Dennis Carver is the DNR Internal Audit Director. The refuge provides a Special Blind Area for use by the disabled. WRI completes nearly 100,000 acres of restoration work each year in Utah. CLOSE Kim Wells He hopes to get to Antarctica to complete his travels to all seven continents. Rule R657-9-14. Important: Reporting is required, even if you did not hunt or harvest a swan. In 1999, Lewis joined DNRs internal audit staff and later became the audit manager. 28, 2023, Eastern Box Elder, Northern and Wasatch Front goose areas: Oct. 15Dec. Dennis served for 5 years in the private sector and then for 30 years as a Finance Director prior to his assignment as Audit Director in January 2020. See page 11 or wildlife.utah.gov/waterfowl to learn more about this requirement. Renovation is required to stimulate growth and to remove residual cover where deemed beneficial. Groups of up to four adults or four youth may also apply. Kaelyn Anfinsen has served as the executive assistant for DNR since 2009. For the last decade, Tyler has been a part of WRIs statewide administration staff. Before joining the division, Wilhelmsen worked for the School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration and Utah Division of Forestry. Please do not make any changes to numbers in the Through WRI/DWR column. Many shotguns can hold more than two shells in the magazine, but making these guns legal for waterfowl hunting is easy. "Opportunities are found and taken, to modify or remove reservoir infrastructure, or modify outflow management, to simulate or return natural sediment transport." Actions that this project will address include; If you decide not to hunt swan, you can withdraw your online permit application until 11 p.m. MDT on July 20, 2022. Public Shooting Grounds WMAthe area that lies above and adjacent to the Hull Lake Diversion Dike, known as Duck Lake Salt Creek WMAthe area known as Rest Lake You can obtain maps of the rest areas by visiting Division offices or by visiting wildlife.utah.gov/waterfowl . A shotgun loaded with nontoxic shot is the only firearm you may discharge while hunting waterfowl or coot in any area of the state. He is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers since 1976, having held various officers positions including section chairman, program chairman and scholarship committee chairman. You own the vehicle or have permission from the vehicles owner. Members of the group may not surrender their permits individually unless the surrender occurs because of: Utah Code 23-19-38 and Utah Admin. Approved Habitat Management Plan identifies many of the activities and functions that will be NEPA, Waterfowl Management Areas activities are under categorical exclusions. The primary need comes from the end of March to the end of November. 3.3.1 Develop list of priority reintroduction species and locations Wetlands and adjacent uplands provide needed habitat for over 200 species of vertebrates in Utah. Trees and shrubs have been establishment and are being enhanced by irrigation systems and pesticide control efforts, which requires manpower and diligence. Johnson has a bachelors degree in pre-law from Utah State University and a passion for Utahs public lands and natural resources. New this year: The swan orientation course must be completed each year before you apply for a swan permit. Shipping permits are available from the Division. New this year: You may not construct a new permanent blind on a waterfowl manage- ment area. Three of those refugesBear River, Fish Springs and Ourayare located in Utah, and the following regulations apply to all. Salt Creek and Public Shooting Grounds Waterfowl Management Areas (SCWMA/PSGWMA) are Division of Wildlife Resources managed areas located in Box Elder County, Utah. With the increased pressure from an expanding human population, development of lands, changes in agricultural practices and increased recreational demands it is imperative to maximize the benefits on the areas for wildlife. Reminder: Any fees you submitted with your application are not refundable. The bag limits for the Youth Waterfowl Hunt are as follows: Youth may not hunt the following species during the youth hunt: Shooting hours for all waterfowl, snipe and coots begin 30 minutes before official sunrise. Anyone who is 17 years old or younger on July 31, 2022 may participate in the hunts. Northern Zone dates: Sept. 17, 2022 Youth Waterfowl Hunt) and Oct. 1, 2022Jan. Follow the instructions on the website to obtain a hunter education regis- tration certificate (required) and to register for a course online. An area count is included. Fish and Wildlife Service. Rule R657-9-29, Federal bag and possession limits apply to migratory game bird hunting, regardless of the number of states or provinces you may have hunted in during your trip. You must sign the tag, and it must include your address and Utah hunting license number, the total number and species of birds taken and the date the birds were killed. Redge Johnson was appointed as a DNR Deputy Director in August 2022. This objective and action also pertains to threats from feral and domestic animals. Wetlands have and are continuing to be lost across the country. They breed from late spring through early summer, during which time youll hear males call together in a chorus. If any permits remain after the hunt draw-ing, they will be available beginning Aug. 23, 2022. Bill Boudreau joined the Utah Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in 2013 as the information technology director. Then, attach the tag to the carcass so the tag remains securely fastened and visible. Stannding or flooded standing agricultural crops where grain is inadvertently scattered solely as a result of a hunter entering or exiting a hunting area, placing decoys or retrieving downed birds. Mr. A license is currently not required to catch the frogs, but a fishing license is recommended. The risk from these threats is the loss of a highly functioning wetland and uplands that benefit over 200 species of wildlife. Northern Zone dates: Oct. 1, 2022Jan. The Division administers numerous forestry programs, is responsible for wildfire management on state and private lands, and oversees Utahs state sovereign lands. In addition to your license (and your duck stamp, if required), you must obtain a Migra-tory Game Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP) registration number every season. Habitat Management Plan January 2010 Primary Purpose of PSGWMA: The primary purposes of Public Shooting Groun Each WMA ranges in size from a couple dozen acres to over 50,000 acres. Native to the eastern U.S., bullfrogs now have homes along the Wasatch Front and the Great Salt Lake marshes. Hunting of wildlife is allowed within the boundaries of all state park areas, except those areas and hunts specifically closed by the Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation in Utah Admin. 2.2.4 Contain established populations of invasive/problematic species. Wade was hired in 2013 as DNRs first GIS Director. When you submit your application for either a swan permit or a preference point, you will be charged a nonrefundable application fee. The Division rarely issues refunds for per- mits, licenses or certificates of registration, but there are some exceptions. The building of a temporary blind made of natural material is permitted, but is not allowed prior to the opening day. To change the credit or debit card associated with your application, call 1-800-221-0659 or visit utah-hunt.com. Waterfowl blinds may not be left unattended overnight unless theyre constructed entirely of non-woody, vegetative materials that naturally occur where the blind is located. For WMAs that allow public access, use of these lands, including for camping (where it is allowed) is free of charge. You must have your confirmation number, customer ID and date of birth in order to edit your application. If you need to surrender your permitand your hunting season hasnt startedyou should consider surrendering the permitas soon as possible. 2.2.3 Eradicate established populations of invasive/problematic species. He is an avid fan of the Utah Jazz and the University of Utah and enjoysenjoying traveling throughoutUtahs to take in thescenic beauty. These rules apply statewide, even on opening day. Once youve taken a migratory game bird, several rules apply to the use of the game youve taken. Including leadership roles in marketing and sales for Bivy.com, Goal Zero and Petzl. Several rules apply to the types of shot- guns, crossbows and archery tackle that may be used to take waterfowl in Utah. 50 CFR 20.21 (i) and Utah Admin. Ferrys passion for water policy, land conservation and agriculture will serve him well as he works to manage and protect Utahs natural resources. For a list of counties in the Southern Zone. Utah Code 23-19-11 and Utah Admin. And dont forget: Up to four youth can apply together in a youth-only group. Irrigation of existing trees and shrubs for establishment of woody species has been implemented on five sites. Hunters under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult while hunting. He also represents the State of Utah as a delegate in several national governmental associations including the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission, the Interstate Mining Compact Commission, and the Ground Water Protection Council. In January of 2017, Tyler was selected as DNRs watershed program director. Actions suggested by the WAP to achieve these objectives are 2.1.9 Establish or enhance fuel breaks in locations that are susceptible to large or intense fires. He has spent his career enforcing wildlife laws and cultivating support for wildlife conservation. If you are eligible for a swan permit, you are eligible to apply for a preference point. Todd Adams was appointed deputy director of the Department of Natural Resources in August 2021. Enter or remain on private land when directed not to do so by the owner or a person acting for the owner. 14, 2023, Southern Zone dates: Oct. 15, 2022Jan. Public Shooting Grounds WMA Salt Creek WMA Timpie Springs WMA Topaz WMA Willard Spur WMA Utah waterfowl mercury advisories Waterfowl mercury & consumption advisories: This information is maintained by the Utah Department of Health's Environmental Epidemiology Program. And, if you plan to hunt migratory game birds, you must also obtain a Harvest Information Program (HIP) registration number. For example, using the meat as fertilizer or for trapping bait is not considered a beneficial use.). Permits are awarded in order, based on the hunt choice selected. 50 CFR 20.44 and Utah Admin. Tribe has a Masters Degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Utah. Wade has authored numerous articles on GIS return on investment (ROI) strategies for IT and GIS publications as well as created opportunities and awards for DNRs GIS staff to be recognized for their contributions to DNRs mission. You may not possess or transport live migratory game birds. The number is assigned when you complete hunter education and your blue card is issued. Hunters may enter the refuge two hours before legal sunrise and must exit the refuge by two hours after legal sunset. Perennial and annual food plots were planted on the area to provide increased resources for wildlife and required efforts to prepare the soil, seed annuals and perennials and to create fire breaks to protect against unplanned fires and for prescribed burning. Rule R657-9-10. You may use a boat or motorized aquatic vehicle to hunt waterfowl if you obey the following rules: You may use any of these crafts under power to retrieve dead or crippled birds, but you may not shoot crippled birds from a craft if its motor is still running. If you do harvest a swan, you must tagit, and then have it measured by a Division employee or Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge representative within 72 hours of harvest. Prior to that, she served as a regional engineer at the Utah Lake and Jordan River Regional Office, and as the divisions adjudication program manager. After youve taken the course, you dont have to take it again as long as you follow the mandatory harvest reporting rules. Wildlife Technician Salt Creek and Public Shooting Grounds WMA FY18, Submitted By: In Northern Utah, the best places to find good numbers of birds are the waterfowl management areas that are administered by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. For more information, call the refuge manager at 435-693-3122 or visit go.usa.gov/xHpsz. Heres the difference between the two licenses: It costs less to buy a combination license than it does to buy separate hunting and shing licenses. Observational habitat assessment for recommended actions. No migratory bird preservation facility may prevent any person authorized to enforce this part from entering their facilities at all reason- able hours and inspecting the records and the premises where bird-processing operations are being carried out. Technicians will be responsible for weed control and containment mostly through chemical applications. Live or dead-standing trees and shrubs on WMAs may not be cut or damaged unless the Division gives express, written permission to do so. Keach is a visiting associate professor of geology at Brigham Young University and visiting instructor at the University of Utahs Department of Chemical Engineering. Utahs swan hunt has closed early two years in a row because too many trumpeter swans were killed. An official website of the United States government. A Utah native, Pitt graduated from Utah State University with a degree in International Studies. John Baza was appointed Director of the Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining in May 2005 during the first term of then Governor Jon M. Huntsman. Swan hunting boundary: See a de- tailed map of the boundary online at wildlife.utah.gov/huntplanner. All hunters entering, using or occupying the refuge for waterfowl hunting must abide by all terms and conditions listed on the refuge website. The objective is to maintain, enhance and develop a diverse habitat that provides the necessary elements for the more than 200 wildlife species that use these areas. Millard County: Clear Lake and Topaz Slough, Weber County: Ogden Bay within diked units or as posted, and the portion of the Harold S. Crane Waterfowl Management Area that falls within Weber County. Off-highway vehicles are not permitted on state waterfowl management areas, except in areas that are marked or posted open to their use. Twitter/ Utah Department of Natural Resourcesof, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, National Park Service: Please refrain from licking this psychedelic toad, 'Frogmaggedon' in Florida town after Hurricane Ian, Toxic cane toads successfully invaded and are killing pets and wildlife across Florida and Hawaii. All hunting regulations, including season dates and bag limits, will apply. You must also have a valid hunting or combination license in order to hunt any waterfowl species. First Waterfowl Management Area in the Nation developed to provide free public hunting. When you buy a combination license, you also get a price break compared to buying your hunting and fishing licenses separately. Baza is a registered professional engineer in Utah and holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in petroleum engineering from Stanford University. All group members must surrender their permits, Permit surrenders must occur at least 30 days before the start of the season, An injury or illness that will prevent the individual from hunting Death, Get the head of your harvested swan examined at a Division office, Complete and submit a late harvest survey, Complete the swan orientation course again, Box Elder CountyHarold S. Crane, Locomotive Springs, Public Shooting Grounds and Salt Creek, Davis CountyFarmington Bay, Howard Slough and Ogden Bay, Emery CountyDesert Lake Juab CountyMills Meadow, Millard CountyClear Lake and Topaz Slough, Tooele CountyBlue Lake and Timpie Springs, Utah CountyPowell Slough\Wayne CountyBicknell Bottoms, Weber CountyOgden Bay and Harold S. Crane. If you need assistance, please contact your local Division office or call 801-538-4727. By meeting this objective the public use goal is also met by providing a diversity of wildlife in a quality habitat that provides opportunity for consumptive and non-consumptive use. You can also purchase a license by calling 1-800-221-0659. (For example, if the federal bag limit is 7 ducks, and you take 5 ducks in one state and then travel to another state and hunt the same day, you can take only 2 ducks in the second state. However, you may take snipe on or over these areas. In these areas, the discharge of weapons for the purpose of hunting is prohibited. He also serves as the Executive Director of the Governors Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office. The general swan season is Oct. 1Dec. Miles of ditches require maintenance to ensure dispersion of water into habitats and retention ponds used for irrigation of woody species. July 6: Apply online for a permit or preference point. Clear Lake WMAthe area known as Spring Lake, Desert Lake WMAthe area known as Desert Lake, Farmington Bay WMAthe area that lies in the northwest quarter of Unit 1, Ogden Bay WMAthe area known as North Bachman, Public Shooting Grounds WMAthe area that lies above and adjacent to the Hull Lake Diversion Dike, known as Duck Lake, Salt Creek WMAthe area known as Rest Lake, All of Antelope Island This includes all areas within 600 feet of the upland vegetative line or other clearly defined high water mark, Antelope Island causewayWithin 600 feet of the north and south sides of the center line of the causeway, Browns Park WMAWithin 600 feet of all structures, Farmington Bay WMAWithin 600 feet of the headquarters, within 600 feet of dikes and roads accessible by motorized vehicles, within the area designated as the Learning Center and within the 100- yard buffer around the rest area, Ogden Bay WMAWithin 600 feet of the headquarters area, Gunnison Bend ReservoirBelow the high-water mark of the reservoir and its inflow, upstream to the Southerland Bridge (Millard County), Within the boundaries of all Utah State Parks, except those designated open by appropriate signage (see, Within 1/3 of a mile of the Great Salt Lake Marina, All property within the boundary of the Salt Lake International Airport, All property within the boundaries of federal migratory bird refuges, unless hunting waterfowl is specifically autho- rized by the federal government, Fenced or enclosed in a manner designed to exclude intruders. During her career, she has been involved in surface water modeling, hydrology studies and municipal water demand projections. Bag and possession limits for Wilson's snipe, ducks, mergansers, geese, coots and scaup: The daily bag limit for falconers is 3 birds. 2014 Public Shooting Grounds 7.5 Minute Topo Map [25.0 MB] 2011 Public Shooting Grounds 7.5 Minute Topo Map [13.2 MB] 1972 Public Shooting Grounds 7.5 Minute Topo Map [18.7 MB] 1954 Public Shooting Grounds 7.5 Minute Topo Map [11.9 MB] Note: The most current map is the 2020 Public Shooting Grounds topographic map. Jason Curry was appointed as the director of the Division of Outdoor Recreation in December of 2022. In addition to the fee for the license, youll also be charged a $2 transaction fee for each item you buy. At that time, the trumpeter swan quota was 10 birds. "Fire is excluded from habitats in which potential burns now would be frequent, large, and destructive to soils and native vegetation; the habitats are being actively managed (treated) to reduce components or factors that promote risk of catastrophic fire, such as cheatgrass, excessive conifer encroachment, or unnaturally large stands of mature Gambel oak." The goal for the project is to protect, enhance and maximize the benefits for the wildlife resources and the public that use these WMAs DWR Central Region Habitat Program Manager Mark Farmer and DWR Wildlife Lands Coordinator Chelsea Duke talk about the Division-owned Wildlife Management Areas what they are, the purpose of these lands and the activities that are allowed there. You must also have a Utah hunting, combination or three-day nonresident small-game license, and a HIP registration number. Approximately four to six weeks after you complete the course, you will receive your blue card by mail. The area of confinement must substantially reduce the sound of the tame or captive birds calls. Youll be notified of the drawing results by email on or before Aug. 5, 2022. This position allowed for the maintenance of existing habitat and the enhancement and development of additional habitat for these WMA's. You cannot, however, apply for both a permit and a preference point in the same season. Salt Creek WMA, Public Shooting . Southern Zone dates: Oct. 1, 2022 (for Youth Waterfowl Hunt) and Oct. 15, 2022Jan. Permission must include all of the following details: You may not post private property you do not own or legally control or land that is open to the public as provided by Utah Code 23-21-4. To obtain a Utah HIP number, just visit wildlife.utah.gov/uthip from any computer, smartphone or tablet and complete a few brief questions. Weed control efforts are required to meet an obligation to the county and adjacent landowners for control of noxious weeds that occur throughout the area. 50 CFDR 20.21 (g) and Utah Admin. The plan is to continue enhancing decadent acreage annually through plantings of perennial grass, forb and shrub species. Wetland conditions and functions decline over time as they approach late natural successional stages. Both resi-dents and nonresidents may apply. 50 CFR 20.32 and Utah Admin. Soil or rock, above or below the waters surface, may not be excavated on a WMA unless the Division gives express, written permission to do so. Reminder: If you are eligible for a refund, you must submit all required forms and accompanying paperwork within 90 days of the season ending in order to qualify for a full refund. Try searching or use the main menu to navigate to a page. He is an avid cyclist and also enjoys camping in Utahs beautiful wilderness. More than 500 refuges across the nation and the U.S. territories are included in the U.S. He maintains an aggressive perspective and interest in the role modern technology plays in advancing industry efficiency and is an FAA certified remote drone pilot. You may, however, use electronically amplified calls or sounds during the spring hunts for light geese in the Eastern Box Elder, Southern and Northern goose areas after Feb. 1, 2023, and the Wasatch Front goose area after Feb. 16, 2023. Johnson also worked at the Utah DNR and The Nature Conservancy as a land and water acquisitions specialist. Additional funding comes from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses and permits, which is why hunting and angling are the primary recreational activities allowed on these lands. Additional demands and responsibilities placed on the Manager (Assistant Regional Wildlife Manager and Invasive Weed Project Leader) required more help from technician time to counter off site work requirements and facilitate WMA management activities. If you give birds to someone at any location, you must tag the birds. Utah Waterfowl Slam He graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelors degree in economics. The course also covers the rules and regulations related to swan hunting. Joel Ferry was appointed DNR executive director in June 2022 by Gov. A muzzleloading firearm is considered loaded when it is capped or primed and has a powder charge and ball or shot in the barrel or cylinders. She started with the Division in 2011 as a paralegal, focusing on complex legal issues. You cannot take migratory game birds from any type of low-floating device that al- lows you to be concealed beneath the surface of the water. Important: If some of your group members surrender their permits less than 30 days from the season opener, all group mem- bers will lose all of their preference points. More details about this requirement are in the column to the right. Rule R657-9-16. 15, 2023, Wasatch Front goose area: Sept. 17, 2022 (for Youth Waterfowl Hunt), Oct. 18, 2022 and Nov. 10, 2022Feb. While hunting waterfowl in Utah, there are several requirements you must keep in mind to protect yourself and the resource. For most WMAs, their primary purpose is to provide a winter range for wildlife an area with food and shelter to help the animals survive the winter months. While hunting with any weapon, a person age 13 or younger must be accompanied by his or her parent, legal guardian or other responsible person who is 21 years of age or older and who has been approved by the par-ent or guardian. In order to maintain, and rehabilitate these upland habitats, renovation and reseeding is necessary in order to minimize the impacts of drought. Ogden Bay Waterfowl Management Areawest of Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3. The fee for a swan permit is $15 for residents and $17 for nonresidents. Welcome to the Utah Public Notice Website: Your central source for all public notice information in Utah . 2.2.5 Conduct mechanical control of invasive/problematic species. The following is specific information and regulations for each of the federal refuges in Utah: For more information call the ref- uge manager at 435-723-5887 or visit go.usa.gov/chxDH. Weed control and altering successional progression are accomplished through renovation techniques that are used. The technician time would provide for opportunity to enhance, maintain and develop habitat that would be beneficial for the wildlife resources that use these areas and create habitat for potential wildlife that could use a more diversified habitat. You must possess a valid hunting license or a combination license to hunt upland game in Utah. Of this 22.68 square miles(116.95 percent) is public lands. Tribe served the state of Utah in a variety of Human Resources positions and agencies since 1993, most recently as the Human Resources Manager for the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Prohibited activities include wood cutting and gathering, littering, disturbing or removing plants or natural objects, and removing artifacts of antiquity. Davis County: Howard Slough, Ogden Bay and Farmington Bay within diked units or as posted. In return, Utah could continue to allow hunting for tundra swans. Therefore, allow enough room between the closed area boundary and where youre hunting to retrieve your birds. Justin (J) Shirley was appointed as the Director of the Division of Wildlife Resources in August 2021. He started working for the DWR in 2002 as a conservation officer. The West Bear River Bay Access Area is located on east Promontory and is a public access to the Bear River Bay. The refuge will be open for the youth waterfowl hunt on Oct. 1, 2022. Previously, Johnson was the director of strategic initiatives at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food. Use the "Show/Hide columns" button on the right to choose which columns to display. Because WMAs are primarily intended to provide food and habitat for wildlife and are not established as multi-use public lands, they are not well suited for many other forms of outdoor recreation, including off-roading, mountain biking, etc. 2.3.6 Restore aquatic habitat complexity He is a 5th generation farmer who operates a ranch, farm, feedlot and hunting properties in Corinne. Rock and soil material may not be trans- ported to a WMA to construct a blind. The Division is also responsible for supporting the outdoor industry businesses and partners to ensure a healthy outdoor recreation economy. Public Shooting Grounds Waterfowl Management Area is a cultural feature (park) in Box Elder County. Among those accommodations are special-use blinds for disabled or wheelchair-bound hunters. They are also involved with planting of shrub rows and perennial plants that will help provide cover for wildlife species and protection against predation. It is managed by UDWR. This is just a reminder that completion reports are due August 31st. In this role, he leads the administration of all outdoor recreation grant programs in the state. The cooperative projects with BLM and DWR that are managed through this project are Blue Springs WMA, adjacent to Public Shooting Grounds and Salt Wells WMA. In addition, nontoxic shot is the only ammunition you may have in your possession while on federal refuges, the Scott M. Matheson Wetlands Preserve, the Utah Lake Wetland Preserve, Willard Spur WMA and the following waterfowl management areas: You may not discharge a firearm, crossbow or archery tackle on any of the areas listed above at any time of the year, except during the open waterfowl hunting seasons or as authorized by the Division. Most of the ponds and marshes along the Wasatch Front in Utah contain bullfrogs. In addition to the rules above, the Great Salt Lake Marina and posted areas adjacent to the marina are closed to hunting. your application will be considered. All hunters entering, using or occupying the refuge for waterfowl hunting must abide by all terms and conditions listed on the refuge website. You are guilty of a class B misdemeanor if you violate any provision described in this section. He has also served as the divisions legislative liaison from 2009-2019. Actions that this project will address include; Fish and Wildlife Services National Wildlife Refuge System. He enjoys camping, ice fishing, riding off-highway vehicles and exploring Utahs beautiful wilderness.

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