Huntsville — After obtaining the winning bid at a public auction in November 2021, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources officially took ownership of its newest wildlife management area — the Cinnamon Creek WMA — in June. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was …
Salt Lake City — Due to continuing drought conditions and wildfire concerns, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, in conjunction with the corresponding county sheriff's departments, are temporarily restricting recreational target shooting with a …
Salt Lake City — The general-season buck deer archery hunt and the general spike and any-bull elk archery hunts are the first big game hunts of Utah's fall season, and they all begin Saturday, Aug. 20. If you will be archery hunting this fall, there …
Salt Lake City — Earlier this summer, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources fisheries biologists offered some tips to help minimize impacts to fish while fishing at lakes and reservoirs during a drought. If you are heading to a river or stream instead, here …
SALT LAKE CITY — August is National Shooting Sports Month, making it a great time to hit the shooting range. (Established ranges are also a safer option for wildfire prevention, especially if you’re planning to target shoot with firearms during the current …
SALT LAKE CITY — Law enforcement officers and technicians for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other agencies had a busy 24th of July holiday weekend working to prevent invasive quagga mussels from spreading to Utah's lakes and reservoirs. …
Vernal — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will once again be coordinating with the Ashley National Forest to treat two drainages in the High Uintas in an effort to help restore native Colorado River cutthroat trout. Oweep Creek From 2019 to 2021, …
Details Published: Tuesday, July 19, 2022, 9:11 am Salt Lake City — The daily fishing limit increased to eight fish at the Garden City community pond on Monday to allow anglers to catch and keep more fish before issues with the inlet canal reduce water …
Beaver — If you have ever wanted to see mountain goats in the wild, a great viewing opportunity will take place at the end of July. Tushar Mountains (Beaver County) The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will be hosting a free mountain goat viewing event …
Vernal — As hummingbirds are migrating through Utah this summer, you've most likely witnessed a few eating at a feeder or visiting some other nectaring spot for a midday meal. If you want to see these incredible birds up close, you should consider …
Salt Lake City — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing a fee increase for hunting and fishing licenses and permits — for both residents and non-residents — in an effort to keep up with increasing inflation. The last substantive fee increase …
Salt Lake City — In anticipation of low water levels due to drought conditions and repair work that will require one waterbody to be drained, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources issued emergency changes to Utah's fishing regulations on Thursday. …
Salt Lake City — With summer in full swing, many Utahns are heading to the outdoors for recreation. While you are hiking or camping this year, particularly on Antelope Island, there are some important safety tips you should keep in mind if you encounter a …
Salt Lake City — While many celebrated the nation's independence over the Fourth of July weekend, law enforcement officers and technicians for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources across the state were busy working to keep something else free — …
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources closed the Millville-Providence Wildlife Management Area to overnight camping and target shooting last year after years of ongoing issues, including public safety concerns. After an uptick in violations, conservation …
Dutch John, Daggett County — Summer is a great time for road trips. And if said road trip ends in a unique wildlife-viewing experience? Even better! You can see ospreys in the air and on top of their huge nests at a free Utah Division of Wildlife Resources …
Details Published: Tuesday, June 28, 2022, 9:42 am Salt Lake City — If you didn't draw a buck deer or bull elk permit during the hunt drawing earlier this year — and you're still interested in hunting deer or elk this fall — your last chance to …
Salt Lake City — If you are looking for a unique experience in Utah's outdoors, consider applying for a permit for the chance to hunt greater sage-grouse, sandhill crane, swan or sharp-tailed grouse this fall. The application period for these four Utah …
Salt Lake City — Chronic wasting disease was first detected in mule deer in Utah in 2002 in northeastern Utah, and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources recently confirmed it has now spread to deer in Salt Lake County too. Chronic wasting disease is a …
Salt Lake City — The first case of avian flu in wild birds was confirmed last month in Cache County, and now the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has confirmed the virus has spread to two foxes. As of June 8, 25 wild birds have tested positive for avian …
