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DWR PROPOSES DECREASE IN GENERAL-SEASON DEER, ANTLERLESS PERMITS FOR 2020 HUNTS
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources biologists recommended a decrease in the number of general-season permits for the 2020 deer hunt and are asking for the public's feedback on a variety of big game proposals.
The current mule deer management plan, which was approved by the Utah Wildlife Board in December 2019, has an objective of 18–20 bucks per 100 does on 18 general-season hunting units and an objective of 15–17 bucks per 100 does on the other 11 general-season hunting units. In order to manage toward these objectives, DWR biologists are recommending a total of 80,725 general-season permits for the 2020 deer hunt, a decrease of 9,175 permits from 2019. Nineteen of the 29 general-season hunting units will have decreased permits, with no changes on the other units.
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The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is reminding people to adhere to posted signs after 17 people were cited for trespassing at closed wildlife management areas and waterfowl management areas in northern Utah over the weekend.
Each of the closed wildlife management areas provide critical winter range habitat for mule deer. And each one is clearly marked with signs indicating it is currently closed.
DWR conservation officers issued citations at the following wildlife and waterfowl management areas:
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Don't let dogs chase wildlife
As you practice social distancing in the coming weeks, you can fight cabin fever — and still stay away from other people — by going for a hike or doing some wildlife watching. However, if you are planning to take your dog on any hikes this spring and summer, make sure your pet doesn't chase or harass any wildlife. Read More
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DWR's goal is to keep our staff and the public safe. With the current COVID-19 outbreak, we'll be implementing and following all restrictions and recommendations from state and local health officials at our facilities. Remember, when you're outdoors, you'll still want to follow the recommendations about social distancing and other health and safety precautions found at coronavirus.utah.gov.
Stay healthy, Utah!
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