The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officially approved the new Utah Wildlife Action Plan this month, which allows options and provides funding to address threats to native species before they end up on the Endangered Species list. “By preventing federal listings under the Endangered Species Act, we can keep wildlife management at the state level, which ultimately saves resources and taxpayer dollars,” shares DWR Utah Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator Scott Gibson. “It also provides stability for businesses within the state and maintains the world-class opportunities afforded to our hunters, anglers and wildlife enthusiasts. The plan identifies the need for funding (and matching funding) for native species projects and provides a framework for how to best use our resources for the species most in need.” The plan identifies species and projects across the state, including in the Uintah Basin. If interested in volunteering, visit sagelandcollaborative.org.
