1+ hour, 39+ min ago  (553+ words) DUTCH JOHN — As hummingbirds are migrating through Utah this summer, most people likely witnessed a few eating at a feeder or enjoying some other source of nectar for a quick meal. Join the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Ashley National…...

1+ week, 1+ hour ago  (579+ words) In Utah, “mountain lion management” means ruthless killing of these big cats of the Americas. Most of the problem is the 86% lay-populated Wildlife Board, whose members make management decisions based on old, discredited notions about predators, rejecting science and counsel…...

1+ week, 1+ hour ago  (146+ words) The Times-Independent Author visit with Heather Hansman: ‘Fierce Country’ Heather Hansman will discuss her new book “Fierce Country: The Untold Story of Three Women Who Ignited America’s Love for the Wild,” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22. “Fierce Country” tells the…...

1+ week, 1+ hour ago  (531+ words) Wednesday, July 8, 2026 The Bureau of Land Management has approved the formal designation of 10 backcountry airstrips in southeastern Utah, placing remote landing sites under federal travel management rules that govern aircraft use on public lands. The decision follows a 2025 request from…...

2+ week, 1+ hour ago  (434+ words) 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, sharp-tailed grouse or tundra swan this fall. The 2026 application period for these four Utah bird…...

2+ week, 1+ hour ago  (490+ words) A little over $3.4 million was allocated to 71 selected habitat restoration projects — several that will benefit mule deer in Utah — at the annual Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Habitat Council funding meeting held in April, according to DWR spokesperson Faith Jolley....

4+ week, 1+ hour ago  (419+ words) A total of 33 wildlife conservation projects across Utah will receive funding through a $5.1 million state conservation program, including several efforts in southeastern Utah focused on bats, birds and rare plants. “Proactive conservation helps keep Utah’s native species healthy,” DWR Wildlife…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (550+ words) As you are out hiking and camping this summer, don’t be surprised if you come across a deer fawn or an elk calf during late May or June. If you do see one, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources requests…...

2+ mon, 2+ day ago  (552+ words) Cougars can be found throughout Utah, usually in the foothill and canyon areas, but also sometimes down in the valleys — especially during the winter months when they follow food-seeking deer to lower elevations. The main prey of cougars is deer,…...

3+ mon, 1+ hour ago  (880+ words) VERNAL — They were going on a bear hunt. It was going to be a big one. It was far from a beautiful day, but they weren’t scared. Clint Sampson, a wildlife biologist for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, called…...