Utah Hunting and Fishing - Hunting & Fishing licenses

The official application for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is Utah Hunting and Fishing. This handy app allows you to conveniently organize your hunting and fishing licenses on your mobile device, utilize a digital permit to e-tag your harvest, identify various species, access your education certificates easily, check your hunt-drawing details, and much more. It’s an essential tool for anyone engaged in hunting or fishing activities in Utah!

Key Features:

- Download your licenses - Keep all of your family's fishing, hunting, or combined licenses right on your phone!

- E-tag your harvest (new) - Use the digital permit stored on your device to tag any harvested animal. (Note: E-tagging isn't currently available for every type of permit.)

- Store and manage education certificates (new) - Retain the certificates from any educational or orientation courses you have completed, such as Hunter Education, antler-gathering ethics course, archery ethics course, mussel-aware boater course, and others.

- Receive in-app notifications (new) - Get alerts within the app when any license, permit, or certificate you hold is nearing its expiration date.

- View hunt unit boundaries - Download your hunting permit onto the app and view the corresponding hunt boundary for that specific unit.

- Learn about upcoming events - Stay informed about wildlife-viewing events, the dates for hunting seasons, drawing application deadlines, and public meetings.

- See shooting hours - Check the legal hunting hours for any selected date on the calendar.

- Identify fish species - Access detailed illustrations and descriptions of various fish species found in Utah.

- Identify upland game and waterfowl species - See comprehensive illustrations and descriptions of upland game and waterfowl species in Utah.

- The app also features convenient links for you to:

- - Purchase a license

- - Review your hunt drawing history and results

- - View Utah's hunting and fishing regulations

- - Report any poaching activities

- - Locate Walk-in Access areas

More exciting features will be added soon!

Utah Hunting & Fishing App: The Essential Digital Companion for the Modern Outdoorsman

As an avid angler and hunter who has long struggled with the clutter of paper licenses and the anxiety of potentially misplacing a harvest tag in the field, the official Utah Hunting and Fishing app has fundamentally streamlined my outdoor experience. This is far more than a simple digital wallet; it is an integrated tool that enhances both preparation and compliance. The ability to carry all necessary documentation—from my hunting license to my Hunter Education certificate—directly on my phone provides immense peace of mind. The e-tagging feature, while not yet universal, is a game-changer for supported species. 

The process is intuitive: after a successful harvest, I can quickly tag the species, input the required details, and have a digital record that is secure and instantly validated, eliminating the worry of a rain-soaked or lost paper tag. The species identification guides are another standout, offering clear illustrations and descriptions that are invaluable for quick confirmation in the field, especially for differentiating between similar fish or waterfowl. Perhaps the most underrated feature is the in-app notification system, which proactively alerts me to upcoming permit expirations and application deadlines, ensuring I never miss a critical date. Having unit boundaries and legal shooting hours available offline is crucial for hunting in remote areas with unreliable service, making this app a reliable partner deep in the backcountry.

FAQs:

How does the e-tag feature work in areas with no cellular service?

The app is designed for offline use. Once your license is downloaded, you can e-tag a harvest without a signal. The app stores the data locally and will sync automatically once your device reconnects to a network.

Are the digital licenses and e-tags recognized by all law enforcement officers in Utah?

Yes, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has authorized the use of digital licenses and e-tags. Officers can verify their validity directly through the app.

Can I use this app for all permit types, like big game?

E-tagging is being rolled out progressively. While it is available for many permits, it is crucial to check the app and the UDWR website for the current list of supported species and permit types before your hunt.