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Wednesday, 29 April 2009 16:41 |
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Dear Members and Visitors of the BOU Website,
Due to some questions and comments posted on the new forum, we feel it necessary to address an important issue. It seems that many are confusing BOU with other existing organizations, namely Utah Bowmen's Association (UBA). While we strive to work collectively with all organizations that have similar goals and objectives, we feel that it is imperative that those visiting our website understand that we are 2 separate organizations. And we feel that it is important that hunters in Utah have a choice of organizations that they will support and use to voice their hunting opinions.
As stated Previously; Bowhunters of Utah (BOU) is dedicated to promoting bowhunting opportunities throughout this great state. Furthermore, Bowhunters of Utah believes that bowhunters are underutilized as a tool in sound biological management.
Bowhunting can and should play a more important role in the overall big game and once in-a-lifetime hunt management. Through education, service projects, and involvement in our Regional Advisory Councils, Bowhunters of Utah will work to help educate decision makers to this end.
As long as their objectives and goals coincide with BOU, we will continue to work together with UBA and all other organizations to better the situation in Utah for bowhunters and for wildlife. These are our core beliefs. A strong united front is vital to the sustained and improved bowhunting here in Utah. With your help, we can and will provide a sound and positive hunting situation for our posterity. We look forward to working with you to achieve these goals. Thank you for your time and support and good luck this hunting season.
Sincerely,
Bowhunters Of Utah (BOU) |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 04 August 2009 12:37 |
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Tuesday, 14 April 2009 21:22 |
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In
the spring of 2006 a small group of dedicated bowhunters met to discuss some
serious issues with the wildlife decision making process in Utah. Many of us
had worked with other groups and organizations in an effort to bring bowhunting
to the forefront, with little to no effect. After several in-depth meetings; it
was decided that a new organization focusing solely on bowhunting and
bowhunter’s interests was needed to address the concerns of our sport in
the state of Utah.
We all chipped in and hired a
lawyer to begin the process to set up a 501-(c)3 organization that would stand
for our two guiding principals. Is it good for bowhunting and is it good for
wildlife. By-laws were drafted and approved, organizational decisions
were made to enable members to become informed and involved and by July,
Bowhunters of Utah was a legal registered entity. From that time forward we have
learned how to work in the RAC system, welcomed any help from other groups that
share our values and principles and have extended a hand to bowhunters from
across the state of Utah in a unifying effort to accomplish our mission.
In each year of our existence our membership numbers have doubled, our
influence has increased and our resolve has held strong. We have
successfully defended our bowhunting opportunity in each year of our
existence. We have become recognized by the Utah DWR as a major
contributor towards input for wildlife decisions. We take our
responsibilities seriously and have networked with many other groups in the
effort to fulfill our mission. Simply put, we have moved forward with a
keen resolve to bring about positive change for bowhunters and bowhunting in
Utah. Bowhunters of Utah is a collection
of passionate bowhunters seeking to provide a voice that will defend
bowhunting, stand up for sound biological wildlife management, and further
promote the use of bowhunting in wildlife management in Utah. We invite
you to leave your mark on our history by becoming an active member of BOU and
serving on one or more of the various committees and leadership positions of our
(all bowhunters in Utah) organization. Together we can address the
concerns of today and lay the foundations of a bright tomorrow.
Shaun Graves
President
Bowhunters of
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Wednesday, 25 March 2009 11:49 |
Fellow bowhunters, Utah has a proud historical bow hunting heritage.
The first “official” bow hunt in Utah was held in 1941. According to
the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, 61 archers participated in
that first-ever hunt.
During the 70s and 80s, the two-buck season brought numerous people
to the bowhunt. Later, the ‘choose your weapon’ season decreased the
amount of participants in the bowhunt. Now, there are 16,000 general
archery season deer hunters, 158 limited entry archery season deer
hunters, 9,000 general archery season elk hunters, 386 limited entry
archery season elk hunters and 95 limited entry archery season antelope
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 22 April 2009 21:02 |
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Thursday, 19 March 2009 10:03 |
Reasons to Join Bowhunters Of Utah (BOU)
- BOU is the uniting force for Bowhunters in the state of Utah.
- Gives you a strong voice effecting bowhunting opportunities in Utah.
- BOU’s only focus is Bowhunting. Our mission is clear. Our passion is deep.
- Members receive communications through e-mail about BOU events, DWR negotiations, and other pertinent bowhunting information.
- Personal one on one contact with BOU reps from your community provides you a chance to impact policy and effect change. Your opinion matters.
- A BOU quarterly newsletter, and the BOU website offer tips designed to help you be a better bowhunter.
- BOU activities enable you to meet and network with other passionate Bowhunters.
- BOU provides representation on DWR action committees and is deeply concerned about and committed to promote sound wildlife management practices.
- BOU is a 501-3c (non-profit) organization where part of your membership dues go towards conservation/wildlife enhancement projects. We give back to the resource.
- BOU has the infrastructure that allows Bowhunters to influence policy for their individual areas and the support necessary to get the changes made through the statewide RAC system.
- Wildlife and Bowhunting in Utah need you, your passion, and your abilities. BOU is the vehicle to use to contribute and make that difference. We invite you to get on board with us today!
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