There’s a hunting opportunity still open that’s entering its prime hunting time. Utah’s forest grouse hunt ends December 31st and as the hunt enters its final month, DWR upland game coordinator Jason Robinson says that reports he’s received, plus what he has seen while hunting forest grouse this year, indicates the number of grouse in Utah is slightly above average this fall. “Dusky grouse are found higher in elevation,” shares Robinson. “It appears their numbers are average to slightly above average.” December can be the best month to hunt forest grouse in Utah. While hunting forest grouse, it’s not unusual to be in elevations higher than 7,000 feet. Make sure your boots have good traction, wear warm clothes and take plenty of water. For more information, visit
www.wildlife.utah.gov
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