Hunting 101

• Get Hunter’s Safety – If you were born after December 31, 1965 it is required to obtain any hunting license  https://wildlife.utah.gov/hunting/hunter-education.html
• Choose your hunt i.e., Big Game or Small Game
• Choose your weapon – Rifle, Bow, Muzzle loader, or Shotgun
• Practice at range to sight in and establish proficiency
• Refer to appropriate proclamations on Utah DWR site for proper application and hunt dates – Then apply before the deadlines https://wildlife.utah.gov/hunting/hunting-regulation.html 
• Wait for draw results and prepare for hunt dates
• Pick an area that is legal for you hunt and boundaries – Be sure it is on public land BLM or Forest Service
• Private land often is better hunting, but comes with a cost paid to the landowner – Prior arrangements must be made
• Plan some scouting excursions to your chosen area to familiarize yourself and hopefully spot game
• Wait for opening morning and good luck

Basic Equipment

• Hunting Rifle Big Game – Best Starter is either .270 Win or 30-06
• Scope – Start with basic variable power 
• 12-gauge pump shotgun – Upland, Waterfowl, and Small Game
• Good sharp buck knife
• Field Dressing Kit – Rubber gloves and Game Bags
• Waterproof hunting boots
• Warm hunting clothes – Camo preferred, but not necessary
• Good all-weather jacket
• Hunting backpack – For extra gear, food and water
• Light gloves – Good for navigating brush and trees
• Binoculars – 10x42 Recommended
• Hunter Orange – Must have vest and hat
• Rangefinder – Optional, but necessary for long range shots 300+ yards
• Spotting Scope – Optional 
• Sidearm – Optional extra protection and grouse gun

Best Hunting and Field Dressing Techniques

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