Salt Lake City — A year after launching the Utah Roadkill Reporter app, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and Utah Department of Transportation have learned some important things about wildlife migration from the submitted data. The Utah Roadkill …
Salt Lake City — In an effort to enhance fishing and boost native fish populations, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources stocks a variety of fish species throughout Utah every year, and in 2023, over 10 million fish were stocked into waterbodies across …
Salt Lake City — The Utah Cutthroat Slam saw a record number of completions in 2023 and is releasing the newest medallion for anglers who complete the fishing challenge. Courtesy Aaron Smith The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and Utah Trout Unlimited …
Salt Lake City — While some people may not be thinking about hunting or fishing during December, there are still plenty of opportunities to do both this time of year. So why not surprise your friends or family with a Utah fishing or hunting license for …
Vernal — If you've ever watched birds, you know how unique and interesting they can be. Whether you've just started bird-watching or you are an advanced "birder," consider heading outdoors over the next few weeks to help gather important …
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 the Payson area of Utah County, as well. Chronic …
Salt Lake City — During a public meeting Tuesday, the Utah Wildlife Board approved several changes to big game hunting that will go into effect in 2024. Some of the changes affect the weapon technology allowed for various hunts, as well as requiring …
Salt Lake City — Utah's growing population and related urban expansion have increased the number of wildlife encounters across the state in recent years. However, not every encounter or animal sighting needs to be reported to the Utah Division of …
Details Published: Monday, November 27, 2023, 12:00 pm Watch a livestream of the meeting The agenda and meeting materials are available on the public meetings page. Having problems with the video stream? If you are not able to get the live video to work, …
Salt Lake City — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing a few changes to the state's black bear management plan and hunting rules and also some updates to the rules that provide a reward to someone who reports a poacher, as well as a few …
Salt Lake City — Thanksgiving is a time centered around all things turkey. From cute home decor to deliciously prepared main dishes, turkeys are a big focal point of the holiday. If you like the idea of harvesting your own locally sourced turkey — instead …
Hyrum — Another season of bundling up and riding on a sleigh through the middle of hundreds of wild elk is almost here! The winter sleigh rides begin at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Hardware Wildlife Management Area on Dec. 1. Sleigh rides …
Salt Lake City — Utah's Watershed Restoration Initiative works to improve and restore high-priority watersheds and habitats throughout the state. During this past fiscal year — between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023 — a whopping total of 148,883 acres …
Salt Lake City — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other partnering agencies worked hard inspecting and decontaminating boats across the state this year to prevent the spread of invasive quagga mussels. Lake Powell is currently the only Utah …
Salt Lake City — For many years, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources hatcheries used the typical method of attempting to collect eggs from female northern pike in captivity in order to produce and raise tiger muskies, with limited success. DWR biologists …
Hyrum — You can learn about wild turkeys in Utah — and maybe even see some yourself — by visiting the Hardware Wildlife Education Center next month. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources' Hardware Wildlife Education Center is located at the Hardware …
Salt Lake City — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has been listening to hunters' concerns and suggestions, and is proposing a variety of changes to big game hunting that would go into effect in 2024. Some of the recommended changes would affect …
Salt Lake City — While Utahns will gain an extra hour of sleep on Nov. 5 when daylight saving time ends, the time change also means that many people will have evening commutes during lower-visibility hours in the months ahead, which can increase vehicle/ …
Salt Lake City — Many upland game and waterfowl hunts are already underway across Utah. The general-season pheasant and quail hunts open Saturday, Nov. 4. If you are planning to target either of these birds this fall, here is what you should know. Pheasant …
Salt Lake City — Sportsman permits are among Utah's most prized hunting permits, and the time to apply for the 2024 permits is coming up soon. Utahns can begin submitting applications for the 2024 sportsman permits on Oct. 18 at 8 a.m. Utah residents …
