Upcoming events
Here's a list of all upcoming events that require registration. For a complete list of past and future DWR events, see the Utah wildlife calendar.
May–August
2023 Fishing with the Fox Contest
Vernal, UT — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources | May 22 – Aug. 6 |
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Join us for the 13th annual Fishing with the Fox tagged fishing contest in partnership with Vernal's The Fox 98.5 FM radio station. More...The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, in partnership with Vernal's The Fox 98.5 FM radio station, holds this annual family-friendly fishing contest to encourage anglers — local and far — to fish at designated Uintah Basin waterbodies. This year, we have limited it to two locations due to changing environmental conditions. Grab your fishing tackle, make sure to bring along your valid Utah fishing or combination license (for anglers aged 12 and older) and get outside for a fun day on the water. You could catch one of the hundreds of tagged rainbow trout stocked in the Uintah Basin! Where to catch tagged contest fishFish at either of the lakes stocked in 2023 with tagged fish:
What to do if you catch a tagged fishThis year, the trout are tagged with a red tag that says '2023 DWR WIN' with a corresponding number from 001-550.
How to register your tagAll tags registered by midnight on Aug. 6 are automatically entered for the 'Alive After Five' grand finale prize drawing! The prize drawing will occur on Thursday, August 10, 2023, from 6-8 p.m. at the Uintah County Library park (204 E. 100 North, Vernal). You must be present to win OR register an alternative person to represent you at the grand prize drawing.
The deadline to register your tag is August 6, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.Prizes and awardsJoin us Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023 from 6–8 p.m. for the prize drawing! All tags registered are automatically entered for the 'Alive After Five' grand finale prize drawing! The prize drawing will occur on Thursday, August 10, 2023, from 6-8 p.m. at the Uintah County Library park (204 E. 100 North, Vernal). You must be present to win OR register an alternative person to represent you at the grand prize drawing. Even if you don't catch a tagged fish, going fishing at one of the two designated locations will get you a stamp in the 2023 Uintah County Dinosaurland Passport to Summer! All state fishing rules and regulations applyReminder: Utah fishing rules and regulations apply throughout the contest.
Thank you to participating sponsors
Please watch your email and follow the DWR on social media for the latest updates. Directions to participating waterbodies: Starvation Reservoir: From Duchesne, take U.S. Highway 40 west for 0.25 miles. Turn north (right) onto UT-311 north and travel four miles into Fred Hayes Park at Starvation to enter the park to fish. Note: All state park fees will apply. You may also fish at several locations along the west side of the reservoir. Steinaker Reservoir: From Vernal, take U.S. Highway 191 north for 7 miles. Turn left into Steinaker State Park to enter into the park to fish. Note: All state park fees will apply. You may also fish at several locations along the east side of the reservoir. Contact usFor more information about this event, please contact the DWR event organizers: Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Tonya Kieffer-Selby at 801-995-2972 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeMonday, May 22 AddressUtah Division of Wildlife Resources |
June
Badges and Bobbers 2023
Fort Duchesne, UT — Little Montes Creek Reservoir | June 1 |
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Come spend the morning fishing with local law enforcement officers at our fourth annual Badges and Bobbers event in the Uintah Basin. More...The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies to host the fourth annual Badges and Bobbers fishing event at Little Montes Creek Reservoir in the Montes Creek Wildlife Management Area. For this limited-registration event, Uintah Basin youths fish with local law enforcement officers, and kids can practice their angling skills in preparation for a summer of fun in Utah's outdoors! What to expect
Please keep in mind
We ask that participants be courteous of the surrounding private properties near the reservoir and only park in designated areas. Event contacts: Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Tonya Kieffer-Selby at 801-995-2972 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeThursday, June 1 AddressLittle Montes Creek Reservoir |
Badges and Bobbers 2023
Fort Duchesne, UT — Little Montes Creek Reservoir | June 1 |
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Come spend the morning fishing with local law enforcement officers at our fourth annual Badges and Bobbers event in the Uintah Basin. More...The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies to host the fourth annual Badges and Bobbers fishing event at Little Montes Creek Reservoir in the Montes Creek Wildlife Management Area. For this limited-registration event, Uintah Basin youths fish with local law enforcement officers, and kids can practice their angling skills in preparation for a summer of fun in Utah's outdoors! What to expect
Please keep in mind
We ask that participants be courteous of the surrounding private properties near the reservoir and only park in designated areas. Event contacts: Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Tonya Kieffer-Selby at 801-995-2972 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeThursday, June 1 AddressLittle Montes Creek Reservoir |
Badges and Bobbers 2023
Fort Duchesne, UT — Little Montes Creek Reservoir | June 1 |
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Come spend the morning fishing with local law enforcement officers at our fourth annual Badges and Bobbers event in the Uintah Basin. More...The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies to host the fourth annual Badges and Bobbers fishing event at Little Montes Creek Reservoir in the Montes Creek Wildlife Management Area. For this limited-registration event, Uintah Basin youths fish with local law enforcement officers, and kids can practice their angling skills in preparation for a summer of fun in Utah's outdoors! What to expect
Please keep in mind
We ask that participants be courteous of the surrounding private properties near the reservoir and only park in designated areas. Event contacts: Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Tonya Kieffer-Selby at 801-995-2972 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeThursday, June 1 AddressLittle Montes Creek Reservoir |
Youth Fishing Tournament — East Canyon State Park
Morgan, UT — East Canyon State Park | June 3 |
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Get the kids outdoors and fishing! Our youth fishing tournament at East Canyon Reservoir offers fun, fishing and prizes. More...The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and East Canyon State Park are hosting the fifth annual Youth Fishing Tournament on Saturday, June 3, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This youth fishing tournament is organized into three age brackets: 5-9 years old, 10-14 years old and 15-17 years old. This event is an avenue for youth to have fun fishing and we encourage all skill levels. Even if your kids have never fished before, everyone is welcome to participate! Note: This tournament was initially scheduled for April 29, but due to heavy ice conditions at the reservoir has been rescheduled for June 3, 2023. Prize categories include:
Registration:
Rules:
Join us at the pavilions in the day-use beach area shortly after 2 p.m. for announcement of the results and prizes.Event Contact: Date & timeSaturday, June 3 AddressEast Canyon State Park |
Eccles Wildlife Education Center — Wildlife Photography Contest
Farmington, UT — George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center | June 3 |
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Are you a wildlife photographer? The Eccles Wildlife Education Center photography contest is a great opportunity to showcase your photos! More...The Eccles Wildlife Education Center is excited to host a photography competition and exhibit in celebration of the beautiful Farmington Bay wetlands and Utah's native wildlife. This contest and exhibit will provide wildlife photographers a place to showcase their skills and display their images in our auditorium. We hope this inaugural photography contest will be the first in what will become an annual event! The photo(s) you enter must be turned in by 4:30 p.m., June 3, 2023 at EWEC. The photography exhibit will be open to the general public for viewing Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. What kind of photos are eligible for the contest? The photography contest features seven types of wildlife or wildlife-related activity commonly found in or near Farmington Bay. For each category, the winning photographs will be displayed in the EWEC auditorium during the June 9–10 wildlife photography exhibit. Categories include
Contest rules and photo submission requirements
Judging for the photography contest — including general voting for the "public's choice" awards in each category — will take place on June 9, 2023 during the center's open hours. If you have family and friends who would like to come to the exhibit, they can find out more about the event and register here: EWEC Photography Exhibit Other contest details
Questions about this contest or the exhibit? Contact Hayley Pace at 385-515-6447 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeSaturday, June 3 AddressGeorge S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center |
Wildlife Seminar — Living With Wildlife in Urban Communities
Farmington, UT — Eccles Wildlife Education Center | June 3 |
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Become wild aware! Learn more about living with wildlife in urban areas at this fun and informative seminar. More...Join the Utah Division of Wildlife and Wild Aware Utah for a wildlife seminar all about living with wildlife in urban communities! What to expect:
The seminar will take place at the Eccles Wildlife Education Center in beautiful Farmington Bay. Event Contact: Hayley Pace at 385-515-6447 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Date & timeSaturday, June 3 AddressEccles Wildlife Education Center |
Women's Introductory Archery Clinic
Cedar City, UT — Diamond Z Arena | June 8 |
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This free, hands-on introduction to archery clinic is geared toward women and girls (ages 12+) who want to learn how to shoot a bow. More...Are you interested in learning about archery, but are not sure how to get started? We are hosting a free, hands-on introduction to archery clinic just for women and girls ages 12 and older! Our instructors will guide you through this fun and information-packed clinic where you will:
What to expect:
Only a limited number of spots are available, and you must pre-register to attend. Sign up today! Event contact Johnny Neil at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 435-868-8756 Date & timeThursday, June 8 AddressDiamond Z Arena |
Eccles Wildlife Education Center — Wildlife Photography Exhibit
Farmington, UT — George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center | June 9 |
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Do you enjoy wildlife photography? Attend the EWEC photography exhibit and see local photography of native Utah wildlife! More...The Eccles Wildlife Education Center is excited to host a photography competition and exhibit celebrating the beautiful Farmington Bay wetlands and Utah's native wildlife. This exhibit will provide wildlife photographers a place to showcase their skills and display their images in our auditorium. We hope this inaugural photography contest and exhibit will be the first in what will become an annual event! The photography exhibit will be open to the general public for viewing Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Wildlife photography contest categories include:
Want to enter your photos in the competition? If you are a photographer who would like to enter the contest, find out more about the competition rules and submission guidelines at the EWEC Wildlife Photography Contest Eventbrite Note: All photo submissions must be turned in by 4:30 p.m., June 3, 2023 at EWEC. Questions about this contest or the exhibit? Contact Hayley Pace at 385-515-6447 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeFriday, June 9 AddressGeorge S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center |
.22 Wild Bunch Shoot — Vernal
Vernal, UT — Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex | June 9 |
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Come be part of our inaugural men’s shooting competition — the .22 Wild Bunch Shoot — on June 9 at Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex! More...Get ready for our inaugural men's shooting competition — the .22 Wild Bunch Shoot — on June 9 in Vernal! Join us from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the rifle shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at the Uintah Conference Center in Vernal at 7:45 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give men of all ages and shooting skills levels a fun environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes. Age classes and prizes
What to expect
What to bring with you
Competition rules
We highly recommend that participants pre-register here before the event, although you may register the day of the event prior to 4 p.m. If you have any questions about the event please contact Anthony Christianson, DWR Regional Wildlife Recreation Program Specialist: 435-828-0008 Tonya Kieffer-Selby, DWR Outreach Manager: 801-995-2972 Date & timeFriday, June 9 AddressBuckskin Hills Shooting Complex |
.22 Wild Bunch Shoot — Vernal
Vernal, UT — Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex | June 9 |
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Come be part of our inaugural men’s shooting competition — the .22 Wild Bunch Shoot — on June 9 at Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex! More...Get ready for our inaugural men's shooting competition — the .22 Wild Bunch Shoot — on June 9 in Vernal! Join us from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the rifle shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at the Uintah Conference Center in Vernal at 7:45 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give men of all ages and shooting skills levels a fun environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes. Age classes and prizes
What to expect
What to bring with you
Competition rules
We highly recommend that participants pre-register here before the event, although you may register the day of the event prior to 4 p.m. If you have any questions about the event please contact Anthony Christianson, DWR Regional Wildlife Recreation Program Specialist: 435-828-0008 Tonya Kieffer-Selby, DWR Outreach Manager: 801-995-2972 Date & timeFriday, June 9 AddressBuckskin Hills Shooting Complex |
.22 Wild Bunch Shoot — Vernal
Vernal, UT — Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex | June 9 |
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Come be part of our inaugural men’s shooting competition — the .22 Wild Bunch Shoot — on June 9 at Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex! More...Get ready for our inaugural men's shooting competition — the .22 Wild Bunch Shoot — on June 9 in Vernal! Join us from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the rifle shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at the Uintah Conference Center in Vernal at 7:45 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give men of all ages and shooting skills levels a fun environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes. Age classes and prizes
What to expect
What to bring with you
Competition rules
We highly recommend that participants pre-register here before the event, although you may register the day of the event prior to 4 p.m. If you have any questions about the event please contact Anthony Christianson, DWR Regional Wildlife Recreation Program Specialist: 435-828-0008 Tonya Kieffer-Selby, DWR Outreach Manager: 801-995-2972 Date & timeFriday, June 9 AddressBuckskin Hills Shooting Complex |
34th Annual .22 Josie Shoot — Vernal
Vernal, UT — Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex | June 10 |
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Be part of an annual ladies' shooting tradition and join us June 10 for the 34th annual .22 Josie Shoot at Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex! More...It's time to get ready for the 34th annual .22 Josie Shoot in Vernal! Join us June 10 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the target shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. at the Uintah Conference Center. Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give women of all ages and shooting ability levels a fun, comfortable environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes. Age classes and prizes
What to expect
What to bring with you
Competition rules
We highly recommend that participants pre-register here before the event to reserve a shooting time, although you may register the day of the event prior to 10 a.m. Event contacts Tonya Kieffer-Selby, DWR Outreach Manager: 801-995-2972 Anthony Christianson, DWR Regional Wildlife Recreation Program Specialist: 435-828-0008 Date & timeSaturday, June 10 AddressBuckskin Hills Shooting Complex |
34th Annual .22 Josie Shoot — Vernal
Vernal, UT — Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex | June 10 |
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Be part of an annual ladies' shooting tradition and join us June 10 for the 34th annual .22 Josie Shoot at Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex! More...It's time to get ready for the 34th annual .22 Josie Shoot in Vernal! Join us June 10 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the target shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. at the Uintah Conference Center. Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give women of all ages and shooting ability levels a fun, comfortable environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes. Age classes and prizes
What to expect
What to bring with you
Competition rules
We highly recommend that participants pre-register here before the event to reserve a shooting time, although you may register the day of the event prior to 10 a.m. Event contacts Tonya Kieffer-Selby, DWR Outreach Manager: 801-995-2972 Anthony Christianson, DWR Regional Wildlife Recreation Program Specialist: 435-828-0008 Date & timeSaturday, June 10 AddressBuckskin Hills Shooting Complex |
Eccles Wildlife Education Center — Wildlife Photography Exhibit
Farmington, UT — George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center | June 10 |
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Do you enjoy wildlife photography? Attend the EWEC photography exhibit and see local photography of native Utah wildlife! More...The Eccles Wildlife Education Center is excited to host a photography competition and exhibit celebrating the beautiful Farmington Bay wetlands and Utah's native wildlife. This exhibit will provide wildlife photographers a place to showcase their skills and display their images in our auditorium. We hope this inaugural photography contest and exhibit will be the first in what will become an annual event! The photography exhibit will be open to the general public for viewing Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Wildlife photography contest categories include:
Want to enter your photos in the competition? If you are a photographer who would like to enter the contest, find out more about the competition rules and submission guidelines at the EWEC Wildlife Photography Contest Eventbrite Note: All photo submissions must be turned in by 4:30 p.m., June 3, 2023 at EWEC. Questions about this contest or the exhibit? Contact Hayley Pace at 385-515-6447 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Date & timeSaturday, June 10 AddressGeorge S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Wildlife Education Center |
34th Annual .22 Josie Shoot — Vernal
Vernal, UT — Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex | June 10 |
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Be part of an annual ladies' shooting tradition and join us June 10 for the 34th annual .22 Josie Shoot at Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex! More...It's time to get ready for the 34th annual .22 Josie Shoot in Vernal! Join us June 10 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the target shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. at the Uintah Conference Center. Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give women of all ages and shooting ability levels a fun, comfortable environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes. Age classes and prizes
What to expect
What to bring with you
Competition rules
We highly recommend that participants pre-register here before the event to reserve a shooting time, although you may register the day of the event prior to 10 a.m. Event contacts Tonya Kieffer-Selby, DWR Outreach Manager: 801-995-2972 Anthony Christianson, DWR Regional Wildlife Recreation Program Specialist: 435-828-0008 Date & timeSaturday, June 10 AddressBuckskin Hills Shooting Complex |