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Learn the Utah Draw

Plain explanations, checked against DWR's 2026 guidebooks, with real numbers from DWR's odds reports.

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How the Utah draw worksBonus points, the 50/50 split and random numbers, with a real hunt.Bonus points vs preference pointsWhich hunts use which, point codes and how to apply for a point only.Nonresident guideFees, licenses and which hunts have nonresident permits.Dedicated Hunter ProgramThree years of general deer on one unit, with odds by unit.CWMU huntsPublic draw permits on private land and the rules that apply.General-season elk permitsOver-the-counter caps, sale dates and seasons.