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Utah's Wildlife Board just made a bold move by combining two any-bull elk seasons and approving a capped multi-season permit—what does this mean for hunters in 2027?

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Board combines two any‑bull elk seasons and approves capped multi‑season permit
After extensive RAC discussion, the board combined the two any‑bull rifle seasons into a single season and approved a reinstated multi‑season any‑bull permit with a cap of 5,000 permits; both motions passed unanimously and the remainder of the mid‑plan review was adopted.
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September 24, 2026 at 12:39 AM
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New rules for disability accommodations aim to protect the integrity of hunting season extensions while ensuring that those who truly need support can still access it.

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Board refines disability‑accommodation rules to protect integrity of season extensions
The board approved rule clarifications that tighten automatic eligibility for season extensions and emphasize permanent disability criteria while retaining staff discretion; public disability‑advocacy groups supported measures intended to preserve program integrity and long‑term access for qualifying hunters.
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September 24, 2026 at 12:40 AM
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Kansas lawmakers are wrestling with the balance between hunting regulations and wildlife conservation, sparking a heated debate about public trust and local access.

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Kansas proposes bill to restrict non-resident hunting permits for wildlife conservation
Kansas moves to limit non-resident hunting permits to enhance local wildlife conservation efforts.
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March 18, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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4/10 Additional problematic changes Climenhaga identifies include reduced draw weight requirements for hunting bows to make them accessible to children, digital licences, hunting cougars for meat, and using leashed dogs to track wounded game.
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March 17, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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President Trump just signed an executive order protecting traditional lead ammunition, claiming it's crucial for hunters and fishers—but what does it really mean for environmental regulations?

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Trump says order protects use of traditional lead ammunition
At a White House event, President Donald J. Trump said he signed an order to protect the use of 'affordable traditional lead ammunition' for hunters and fishers; the remarks did not supply regulatory text or explain interactions with environmental rules.
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September 20, 2026 at 10:28 AM
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Cowlitz County is shaking up wildlife management with new cougar regulations aimed at balancing conservation and hunting practices amidst rising predator populations.

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Wildlife Commission implements new cougar hunting regulations to manage predator populations
Commission enacts updated regulations to address cougar and bear populations based on new data.
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April 26, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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North Dakota lawmakers clash over a controversial bill aimed at changing deer baiting rules during hunting season, raising critical questions about wildlife management and property rights.

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North Dakota Senate debates deer hunting baiting bill with amendments for livestock protection
Legislators discuss limit on deer baiting during hunting season and livestock safety concerns.
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April 12, 2025 at 3:13 AM
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New rules now allow nurse practitioners to certify disability accommodations while implementing stricter verification processes to combat fraud and ensure fair access for all hunters.

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RAC approves tighter verification for disability accommodations, adds nurse practitioner authority
The RAC approved rule changes that add nurse practitioners as authorized signers for disability accommodation forms, require reapplication every five years to confirm permanence, and adjust extension timing; members discussed fraud risk and verification steps.
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September 4, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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Commissioner Rder is calling for the removal of two WDFW leaders, claiming their policies are jeopardizing local hunting and fishing opportunities.

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Commissioner urges Cowlitz County to ask governor to remove two WDFW commissioners
Commissioner Rder criticized Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife leadership and urged the board to join 15 counties in asking the governor to remove commissioners Melanie Roland and Lorna Smith; commissioners agreed to explore drafting a letter and running it by the county legal office.
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August 21, 2026 at 12:42 PM
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Hunting plans are changing as closures impact access and refunds, leaving license holders scrambling for updates on their tags and hunt units.

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Hunting closures, tag refunds and point reinstatements addressed amid closures
Agency staff said some hunt units remain closed, archery hunts proceeded in some areas, and the agency has offered refunds or point reinstatements on a case-by-case basis, typically notifying affected license holders roughly a week before hunts.
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September 18, 2026 at 4:51 AM
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Washington's wildlife subcommittee is considering new rules that could limit game-camera use on public land during hunting seasons—could this change your hunting strategy?

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Commission considers restricting transmitting game cameras on public land during hunting seasons
Staff told commissioners they are exploring rule language to limit game-camera use on public lands during hunting seasons, with potential exemptions for research under special-use permits; the concept is intentionally open-ended and could focus only on transmitting (push) cameras.
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September 18, 2026 at 2:04 AM
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A pneumonia outbreak has devastated a bison herd in Utah, claiming nearly 40% of its members, leading to urgent measures for hunters and hopes for recovery.

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Division says pneumonia killed roughly 40% of a bison herd; board offered hunt‑tag relief
Regional staff reported a pneumonia outbreak that killed an estimated 40% of a herd; the wildlife board has authorized tag‑turning accommodations for affected hunters while the division monitors and considers supplementation options.
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September 4, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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The Southeastern RAC has greenlit key elk plan recommendations, sparking a heated debate on hunting season structures and permit caps that could reshape Utah's wildlife management.

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RAC backs Division’s elk mid‑plan recommendations, debates season structure and permit caps
The Southeastern RAC approved the division’s elk mid‑plan recommendations, including restoring multi‑season tags and retaining separate early/late rifle hunts in the short term; members debated removing permit caps and how House Bill 202 landowner incentives affect quotas.
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September 4, 2026 at 1:49 PM
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The Northern Regional Advisory Council just made a game-changing decision for elk hunters by restoring uncapped multi-season any-bull permits and merging hunting weeks!

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RAC approves elk mid‑plan changes, combines general‑season any‑bull weeks into one
After extended debate and public comment, the Northern RAC accepted the Division's elk mid‑plan recommendations, including restoring an uncapped multi‑season any‑bull permit structure and merging early/late rifle any‑bull weeks into a single season; members flagged crowding concerns and data will be reviewed in a three‑year mid‑plan check.
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August 29, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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Public outcry erupts as critics condemn lethal control measures against wolves, sparking a heated debate on their protection at the Washington Wolf Advisory Group meeting.

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Public commenters condemn lethal control as WAG members debate hunting and classification
During the public comment period, two speakers criticized department lethal control decisions and urged protections for wolves; WAG members debated whether to prioritize classification or monitoring first and agreed to hold initial in‑person discussions in November.
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July 14, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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Ashland County faces a 10% drop in deer harvest and a shift in hunting participation, raising concerns for the upcoming season.

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Ashland County reports 10% deer harvest drop amid hunting season challenges
Deer harvest in Ashland County declines due to fewer antlerless tags and hunting activity.
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March 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Connecticut's House Bill 7231 is set to revolutionize field dog trials and deer hunting with new regulations and tagging fees starting October 2025!

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Connecticut sets new field dog trial regulations effective October 2025
Connecticut authorizes field dog trials with new tagging fees and regulations starting in 2025
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March 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Idaho's proposed House Bill 232 could revolutionize wildlife conservation by auctioning special hunting tags for wolves and big game, but is this the right approach?

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Idaho commission approves special auction tags for wolves and big game hunting
Commission authorizes auction of special wolf and big game tags to fund conservation.
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February 20, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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Wyoming's Game and Fish Commission could soon have the power to limit landowner hunting licenses, addressing the delicate balance between wildlife conservation and hunting opportunities.

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Wyoming committee advances bill letting Game and Fish cap landowner licenses; members add safeguard against zero tags
The Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources Committee advanced Senate File 25, which would let the Game and Fish Commission set limits on landowner licenses in limited‑quota areas. After testimony, the committee adopted an amendment barring the commission from issuing zero landowner licenses if eligible landowners apply.
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February 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Wyoming's Joint Agriculture Committee just advanced a controversial bill that could allow landowners to trade hunting licenses, sparking fierce debate over public access and conservation.

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Committee advances bill to make landowner tags transferable with eligibility limits and a sunset
26LSO0212, a bill to allow transferable landowner hunting licenses and to set eligibility rules, advanced from the Joint Agriculture committee after extensive testimony and multiple amendments. Supporters said transferability would help ranchers cover costs of hosting wildlife; hunting and conservation groups warned about reduced public opportunity
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November 2, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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A contentious bill advancing through Wyoming's committee could reshape hunting rights by allowing transferable landowner licenses, but it faces fierce debate between ranchers and conservationists.

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Committee advances draft to allow transferable landowner hunting licenses with residency and production conditions; 26LSO0212 passes 7-5
The committee advanced 26LSO0212 after extensive public comment and multiple amendments. The draft would permit transferable landowner hunting licenses, limit eligibility to landowners who operate agricultural operations assessed as agricultural in county records and meet a $10,000 gross production threshold, and include a sunset provision; the 7‑5
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October 31, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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Wyoming's Game and Fish Commission is set to gain new authority to limit landowner hunting licenses, sparking heated debates among ranchers and lawmakers about public access and wildlife management.

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Committee approves bill letting Game and Fish cap landowner hunting licenses; bill moves forward 8-4
A committee amended and passed 26LSO0176 to allow the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission to limit the number of landowner hunting licenses in any limited‑quota hunt area. Agency witnesses said the authority would be used sparingly and only after public rulemaking; ranchers and agricultural groups urged minimum protections for landowners. The measure,
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October 31, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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Wyoming's wildlife management is at a crossroads as lawmakers debate a controversial bill that could limit hunting tags for landowners while prioritizing habitat improvement efforts.

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Wyoming Wildlife Officials Discuss Landowner Tag Capping and Habitat Funding Strategy
Wyoming officials advocate for habitat improvements while debating landowner tag capping strategies.
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September 1, 2025 at 8:14 AM
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The Wyoming Legislature's proposed House Bill 45 could change the fate of otters by removing their protected status, igniting a fierce debate between hunters and conservationists.

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Wyoming Legislature removes otters from protected animal status for hunting regulations
Wyoming modifies game regulations by excluding otters from protected animal designation.
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February 21, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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Cowlitz County is tackling the dual threats of elk hoof disease and rising predator populations, sparking crucial conversations on wildlife management and community involvement.

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WSU leads elk hoof disease research and hunter incentive program initiatives
WSU spearheads efforts to manage hoof disease affecting elk populations through hunter involvement.
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April 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM