Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Press Releases

• Published on October 10, 2023 - 18:57 GMT

  DWR to harvest kokanee salmon eggs at Fish Lake for the first time to help increase kokanee populations around Utah

  Cedar City — During October, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources biologists will harvest eggs from spawning kokanee salmon at Fish Lake for the first time, due to lower production at the usual kokanee egg-take sites (Strawberry and Flaming Gorge reservoirs …

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• Published on October 5, 2023 - 19:11 GMT

  Thousands of birds dead after suspected avian botulism outbreak; what waterfowl hunters should know

  Salt Lake City — After a recent suspected avian botulism outbreak killed thousands of birds in northern Utah, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is providing some safety reminders for waterfowl hunters this fall. DWR biologists first discovered dead …

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• Published on October 4, 2023 - 17:21 GMT

  Hunters helping endangered California condors in Utah with ongoing program

  Salt Lake City — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and The Peregrine Fund are once again asking hunters in the Zion hunting unit to stop at check stations where they can demonstrate their efforts to help California condors and enter to win a prize. …

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• Published on October 3, 2023 - 16:13 GMT

  24 waterbodies still under warning advisory for harmful algal blooms; what to know when waterfowl hunting this fall

  Salt Lake City — Many of Utah's general-season waterfowl hunts open on Saturday, Oct. 7, and hunters across the state will be getting out on the water to harvest migrating geese and ducks. While they are prepared with decoys, dogs and ammunition, some …

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• Published on September 28, 2023 - 16:25 GMT

  Idaho, Utah fish and wildlife agencies to provide updates on Bear Lake fishery at public meeting on Oct. 17

  Details Published: Thursday, September 28, 2023, 9:08 am Bear Lake — Fisheries biologists from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will share updates on the Bear Lake fishery, as well as work plans for 2024, at …

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• Published on September 27, 2023 - 17:44 GMT

  See Utah's 'nighttime' wildlife at new exhibit at Hardware Wildlife Education Center

  Hyrum — Did you know many of Utah's wildlife are busy while you're asleep? You can learn why and see amazing photographs and displays of these unique nocturnal animals at an upcoming exhibit at the Hardware Wildlife Education Center. The Utah …

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• Published on September 26, 2023 - 19:55 GMT

  Hunting deer in Utah during rifle season? Visit a DWR check station to get deer tested for chronic wasting disease

  Salt Lake City — It's become a standard part of Utah's any legal weapon (rifle) deer hunt each year: hunters are once again being asked to bring their harvested deer to various stations across the state so Utah Division of Wildlife Resources …

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• Published on September 22, 2023 - 17:15 GMT

  Utah Wildlife Board approves 2 new community fishing ponds, changes to spearfishing

  Salt Lake City — The Utah Wildlife Board approved two new community fishing ponds in Utah, as well as a few changes to other wildlife rules — including those for spearfishing and private fish ponds — during its public meeting Thursday. The board also …

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• Published on September 20, 2023 - 23:37 GMT

  Watch the Sept. 21, 2023 Utah Wildlife Board meeting

  Details Published: Wednesday, September 20, 2023, 5:00 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 …

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• Published on September 20, 2023 - 19:04 GMT

  What hunters should know about the 2023 Utah waterfowl hunts

  Salt Lake City — It's a quiet, still morning as you sit near the edge of a lake in your blind. You hear some birds in the distance and turn your head to see several ducks flying toward you. Your heartbeat quickens, and you slowly raise your shotgun. …

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• Published on September 19, 2023 - 21:07 GMT

  New nursery pond for roundtail chub created in Moab to help increase fish populations

  Salt Lake City — Roundtail chub are a native fish species found only in the Colorado, Green and San Juan rivers and their tributaries. These fish are currently considered a species of greatest conservation need, but due to ongoing efforts, their …

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• Published on September 14, 2023 - 18:27 GMT

  Want to see sandhill cranes? Attend 2 upcoming DWR events

  Vernal — Each fall, bird-watchers travel to western states to see sandhill cranes in the wild, but if you live near a field in the Uintah Basin, you're no stranger to the loud, rattling call of these large migratory birds. If you have never seen or …

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• Published on September 13, 2023 - 17:46 GMT

  Shoot for free at 2 DWR ranges on National Hunting and Fishing Day

  Salt Lake City — Do you have a current Utah hunting, fishing or combination license? If so, you can visit either of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources public shooting ranges on Saturday, Sept. 23 and shoot for free on National Hunting and Fishing Day. …

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• Published on September 5, 2023 - 20:58 GMT

  Nearly 4,300 boats inspected for quagga mussels during Labor Day weekend

  Details Published: Tuesday, September 5, 2023, 12:15 pm Salt Lake City — Law enforcement officers and technicians with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other agencies were hard at work over the holiday weekend, inspecting and decontaminating …

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• Published on August 30, 2023 - 18:32 GMT

  Tips to stay safe when recreating around mountain goats

  Salt Lake City — In light of several recent reports of dogs being gored and killed by mountain goats on Mount Timpanogos, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources wants to remind the public of some important safety tips when recreating around mountain goats …

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• Published on August 25, 2023 - 20:08 GMT

  What hunters should know about the 2023 Utah upland game hunts

  Salt Lake City — If you are wanting to try hunting for the first time or if you are a seasoned hunter looking for a new opportunity, upland game hunting is a great option! The majority of the upland game hunts in Utah are open to anyone with a Utah hunting …

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• Published on August 23, 2023 - 19:17 GMT

  DWR reminding public 'don't ditch a fish' after discovering fish illegally introduced into 4 waterbodies in 2023

  Salt Lake City — After several recent illegal introductions, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is reminding Utahns that it's both harmful and illegal to dump unwanted pet fish into local ponds or to move fish you've caught from one waterbody …

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• Published on August 22, 2023 - 17:14 GMT

  See bats near Mammoth Cave at upcoming DWR viewing event

  Salt Lake City — Utah is home to 18 confirmed bat species, and an upcoming Utah Division of Wildlife Resources event in southern Utah will give you the opportunity to learn more about them and also have the chance to possibly see bats up close. Bats are …

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• Published on August 18, 2023 - 19:40 GMT

  Utah Wildlife Board approves 2024 expo permits

  Details Published: Friday, August 18, 2023, 9:44 am Salt Lake City — During the public meeting Thursday, the Utah Wildlife Board approved a total of 200 expo permits to be offered in 2024. Expo permits are offered once each year through a drawing held at …

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• Published on August 16, 2023 - 22:35 GMT

  Watch the Aug. 17, 2023 Utah Wildlife Board meeting

  Details Published: Wednesday, August 16, 2023, 3:00 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, …

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