Hands-On Habitat (Wildlife Habitat Authorization)

In 1995, the Utah Legislature made a long-term commitment to fish and wildlife conservation with the passage of legislation establishing a habitat conservation program for Utah. The bill established a separate account within the Division of Wildlife Resources and directed the Division to use the funds to enhance fish and wildlife habitat and improve public access for hunting and fishing. Also, the legislation created the Habitat Council and charged it with the responsibility to provide guidance to the Division in the use of Wildlife Habitat Account funds. The council is comprised of four DWR program administrators and four citizen representatives, and it meets regularly to review project proposals. A portion of the revenue received from the sale of each license, permit, stamp and certificate of registration is placed directly into the Wildlife Habitat Account. 

Key Provisions:

This program is an opportunity and commitment to enhance fish and wildlife habitat, and access to it, for present and future generations. Any landowner, individual or agency in Utah can apply for funds to improve wildlife and fishery habitat. 

How to Apply: To apply for Wildlife Habitat Authorization funds contact the Habitat manager at your DWR regional office:

• Steve Brayton, Northeastern Region, Vernal, (435) 781-5358
• Pam Kramer, Northern Region, Ogden, (801) 476-2775
• Doug Sakaguchi, Central Region, Springville, (801) 491-5654
• Bruce Bonebrake, Southern Region, Cedar City, (435) 865-6111
• Chris Colt, Southeastern Region, Price, (435) 636-0279

  Last Modified:  12/20/2005

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