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Learning Antler Shed hunting from Utah Wilderness Resources

From the Utah Division of Wilderness Resources - Want to gather shed antlers in Utah?

Learning Antler Shed hunting from Utah Wilderness Resources
Learning Antler Shed hunting from Utah Wilderness Resources

From NRAblog.com

Late winter and early spring is the worst time of the year for elk, moose and especially deer in Utah.

In the winter, deep snow makes it hard for deer to move and find food. And cold temperatures sap the deers' strength. By the time winter ends, deer are usually the weakest they'll be all year.

Winter is also the time of year when male deer, elk and moose shed their antlers. The animals will be without antlers until spring, when they'll start to grow a new set.

Gathering shed antlers

Gathering antlers that...

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