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See bald eagles, Feb. 12, 2011

The Division of Wildlife Resources will hold its annual Utah Bald Eagle Day on Feb. 12, 2011. You'll have a chance not only to see bald eagles, but to learn more about them.

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It's time to apply for a bear permit

You can apply for a bear hunting or a bear pursuit permit starting Feb. 3 at wildlife.utah.gov. Online applications must be received no later than 11 p.m. on Feb. 23.

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Don't put your shotgun away yet

Utah's cottontail rabbit and snowshoe hare seasons—the longest hunting seasons in Utah—run until Feb. 28.

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Ice fishing: Tips for finding success

Wondering how you can find success ice fishing? Putting your bait or lure at the depth the fish are—and then not moving it much—are the keys to catching fish through the ice. And using some simple devices that will help you know when you have a fish on the end of your line is a big help too.

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Apply for a big game hunting permit

Starting Feb. 1, you can apply for a permit to hunt big game animals in 2011.

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2011 shed antler gathering course

If you want to gather shed antlers in Utah between Feb. 1 and April 15, 2011, you must complete the DWR's free, online Antler Gathering Ethics course.

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Winter Bird Festival, Jan. 27–30

See more than 100 species of birds in southern Utah's red rock country at the St. George Winter Bird Festival, Jan. 27–30, 2011.

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Utah Wildlife Board openings

The group that has the final say about hunting, fishing and how wildlife are managed in Utah has two openings it needs to fill.

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Ice fishing: The basic equipment

Catching fish through the ice doesn't require a lot of fancy equipment. A short fishing rod and reel, a package of worms and a few hooks are about all you need.

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$10,000 in prizes at the Burbot Bash

Two state wildlife agencies and three chambers of commerce have teamed up to fight a finned invader in Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Their goal is to put some severe fishing pressure on burbot. To reach that goal, they've enhanced an annual event called the Burbot Bash.

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Bird feeding helps wildlife

Finding food in the winter can be a tough prospect for Utah's wild birds. And that's where you come in. Unlike deer—which artificial feeding can actually harm—feeding stations can play a pivotal role in helping wild birds survive.

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