The Northeastern Regional Advisory Council voted unanimously to approve the proposed 2025–27 hunt table and season‑date revisions after staff presented the changes and answered member questions.

Sam Robertson, Cache Ogden District biologist, presented the revisions and fielded detailed questions about a southeast boundary shift and timing of archery hunts. Staff said the southeast boundary was moved west to follow an existing canal to reduce conflicts with agricultural operations and cattle feeding that occur near the previous line. Robertson explained that archery‑only once‑in‑a‑lifetime bison permits have been scheduled later in the year in part because those dedicated archery seasons were requested by archery organizations; later dates make the dedicated archery opportunity more challenging but reduce incidental harvest and allow distinct archery allocations.

Nut graf: The RAC emphasized minimizing conflicts between hunters and agriculture while preserving dedicated archery opportunities. After discussion, Natasha moved to accept the table and dates as presented; Adam seconded and the motion passed unanimously by raised hands.

Supporting details: Members discussed historical changes to archery dates and tradeoffs between hunter opportunity and harvest efficiency. Staff noted hunters still may apply for any‑legal‑weapon permits to hunt with bows in other seasons but that dedicated archery draws provide exclusive archery opportunity for drawn hunters.

Ending: The approved changes will be used for upcoming seasons; staff will continue monitoring outcomes and consider adjustments through the regular season‑setting process.