A local wildlife enthusiast is spreading the word on the launch of the Division of Wildlife Resources’ new Utah Birding Slam. “Utah has a very active bird-watching community, and birders thrive on competitions and seeking out new species and places to go,” shares DWR Northeastern Region Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby. “I have been a birder since I was 9 years old and am hopeful that this new initiative will get more people engaged in bird-watching and help them gain a new appreciation for these remarkable species. This birding slam was originally conceived by Billy Fenimore, a well-known person in Utah’s birding community and a former DWR employee, so this competition helps carry on his visionary birding legacy.” The birding slam categories include the Beginner Slam, Backyard Slam, County Slam, Wetland Slam, Ultimate Slam, and High-elevation Slam. Get registered for your Slam of choice at https://wildlife.utah.gov.
