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DWR invites public to compete in the annual Utah Hunting Skills Challenge
15+ hour, 26+ min ago (292+ words) The annual Utah Hunting Skills Challenge is coming up, and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is inviting anyone who has completed Hunter Education to register and compete in the upcoming event. The unique contest " formerly known as the Youth…...
DWR releases recommendations for 2026 big game hunting permits
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (525+ words) Salt Lake City " The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is releasing its proposed big game hunting permit numbers for 2026 and is asking for the public's feedback on the recommendations, as well as on a variety of other proposals. There are…...
Idaho and Utah fish and wildlife agencies to provide Bear Lake fishery updates at public meeting on April 8 - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
1+ week, 6+ day ago (158+ words) Bear Lake " Fisheries staff 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 2026, at an upcoming public meeting. The meeting…...
Going on a hike or trail run with your pet this spring? Keep dogs on a leash so they don’t chase or disturb wildlife - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
3+ week, 1+ day ago (358+ words) Salt Lake City " With warmer temperatures on the horizon, many Utahns may start heading outside more frequently for outdoor recreation. However, if you are planning to take your dog on any hikes, trail runs or camping trips this spring and…...
Want the chance to hunt big game in Utah in 2026? The application period opens March 19 - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
4+ week, 15+ hour ago (360+ words) Salt Lake City " SALT LAKE CITY " If you're interested in the opportunity to harvest your own deer or elk meat this fall, take note of the upcoming application period and apply for a permit before the deadline! The application period…...
Want to try hunting? Take a hunter education class or enroll in Utah’s Trial Hunting Program - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
2+ mon, 14+ hour ago (224+ words) To hunt in Utah, everyone born after Dec. 31, 1965 must complete a state-approved hunter education class or participate in the Trial Hunting Program. Here's what you need to know to enroll in either: Both the in-person and online courses will teach…...
Black bears - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (166+ words) Note: Combined guidebook for black bear, cougar and furbearers Utah's requirements and field regulations for bear and cougar hunting and pursuit are very similar, as are the rules and requirements for trapping furbearers and cougars. To consolidate information for hunters…...
Dedicated Hunter Program - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (104+ words) Greater opportunities to hunt and contribute to Utah's wildlife The Dedicated Hunter Program is a service-based hunting program that allows participants to have more time to hunt deer (general season) each year. This program: Dedicated hunters work on an important…...
Falconry - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (170+ words) Falconry'Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov) Falconry Information regarding falconry and falconry regulations in Utah Review this page for state and federal rules governing falconry in Utah, as well as instructions for applying to be a falconer and requirements for…...
Utah Wildlife Board approves minor changes for bear hunting in 2026, other rule updates - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (.gov)
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (233+ words) Salt Lake City " The Utah Wildlife Board approved a few minor changes for bear hunting in Utah, along with other rule amendments, during a public meeting on Thursday. The first year of the current three-year bear recommendation cycle recently ended....