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Utah Chukar Hunting in 2026: Season Forecast, Dates, and Tactics

Utah’s 2026 chukar season opens September 26, and the outlook is encouraging across much of the state. Here’s what DWR is forecasting, where to look for birds, and how I approach steep-country chukar hunting.

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