# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Jun, 2025 at 11:00 am – Sat, 21 Jun, 2025 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Youth and adults: Put your firearm, archery and overall hunting skills and knowledge to the test in this fun, hands-on outdoor challenge!About this EventIt's that time of year again! The Utah Hunting Skills Challenge, previously part of the NRA’s Youth Hunter Education Challenge, will take place June 20 -21, with events at the Lee Kay Public Shooting Range in Salt Lake City, Utah. This fun, hands-on challenge is a great event for beginner to advanced shooters of all ages. If you've completed a hunter education course, you're eligible to participate!Please register by May 30, so we can plan accordingly.ParticipationDue to the amount of equipment and staffing required to put on the event, we will require a minimum of 35 participants. The number of participants will determine how many events are set up. An email will be sent out the week before the event to inform those registered what (if any) changes will take place.Cost$35 per participant. Please register via Eventbrite with a credit card.NOTE: We will accept cash for those registering day of the event. Please bring exact change.As a special incentive, if an adult/alumnus also registers a first-time youth competitor, they can get $10 off their registration! Please contact Troy Anderson at Tanderson3@utah.gov for more information and to receive your $10 off.Schedule of EventsFriday, June 20: Lee Kay Public Shooting RangeCheck in — 11:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.: Come to the Lee Kay Public Shooting Range Main Building to finish your registration.Written Exam — 11:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.: After you finish registration, you will head directly to take the written exam. You will pause to have the opening ceremonies at 3 pm but will have a chance to finish after.Opening Ceremony — 3 p.m.Games & activities — 6:30 p.m.– close: We will start some fun games, and have a chance to hang out and chat. Information will also beprovided for those who want to explore Salt Lake City and the beautiful area.Saturday, June 21: Lee Kay Public Shooting RangeOpening and safety briefing — 8:30 a.m.Event breakouts — 9:15 a.m.: Break into our groups and rotations to finish the rest of the events.Awards ceremony — TBA. When everyone is finished with events, we will have an awards ceremony. The location is to be determined but we will have all the information for you when you show up and complete your registration.Note: Dinner will be provided for participants on Friday night. Lunch will be provided for participants on Saturday. Family members may purchase additional meal tickets for $10 per person.Rules and RegulationsThere will be eight events set up, depending on participation numbers. At each event, participants will bring their specific equipment for that event. If a participant does not have their own equipment, some will be provided for them to use. Find the official rules for specific events and equipment limitations on the YHEC Regional Rules page. Participants are eligible to compete in the NRA National Youth Hunter Education Challenge competition held this year in Betonville, Arkansas.For more information and practice help, visit the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Hunting Skills Challenge resource page.The following events will take place:.22 Long RifleThis event will consist of six stations where five shots will be taken at each station (for a total of 30 shots). Shots will range from 0-75 yards. Each station may use a different shooting position (standing, kneeling, sitting and prone). Stations may use props or shooting scenarios (standing using a post, tripods, shooting from a ground blind, prone using a log, etc.). Targets will be standard rimfire silhouette targets (chicken, turkey, pig and ram).ShotgunThis will be a sporting clays-style competition. Expect clay targets to be thrown from all directions. Most targets will be true doubles but some report pairs (second bird is launched at the sound of the first shot) may be thrown. A total of 30 shots will be taken. The best practice for this would be 5-stand or a walk-through sporting clays course.MuzzleloaderThe muzzleloader event will consist of 10-12 shots. You will shoot at metal silhouette or knockdown style targets. Shot distances will range between 0-75 yards. Each station may use a different shooting position (standing, kneeling, sitting and prone). Stations may use props or shooting scenarios (standing using a post, tripods, shooting from a ground blind, prone using a log, etc.). There will be a possibility for a written exam.ArcheryThe archery event will be a walk through a 3D-style course. Targets will range from 0-40 yards. A total of 30 shots will be scored. Scoring will use the traditional 3D rings and will be scored 10-8-5. Targets will be standard Delta or Reinhart targets. Rangefinders are not allowed.Written ExamThe written exam will consist of 60 questions. All questions will be taken from Utah Hunter Education Student Manual and Utah Hunting Guidebooks. The questions will go over everything from ethics to information on wildlife species. This will not be an open book test so be sure to study. Contact Troy Anderson at Tanderson3@utah.gov for your free copy of The Utah Hunter Education Student Manual.Safety TrailThe safety trail is designed to test the young hunter’s ability to make safe and ethical decisions. It will go over basic safety scenarios and have you react to each of them. You will find anything from crossing a fence or ditch properly to encountering animals in the wild. You may even be tested on judging an animal's distance in yards.OrienteeringOrienteering is the ability to use a map and compass. You will be tested on how well you can use a compass to find waypoints along with how well you read a map to find different landmarks. Traditional and modern technology methods will be used.Wildlife IdentificationWildlife identification is the ability to identify the game animals of North America. You could encounter all sorts of things from scat and tracks to a small piece of fur, skulls or bones. The best way to study is to study The Hunter's Guide, and visit different areas that have taxidermy mounts.DivisionsJunior Division: Under 15. Individuals turning 15 years of age on or before August 15 shall be in the Senior Division classification.Senior Division: Ages 15 to 18 years old.Adult/Alumni Division: Age 19 and above. Open to any adult that would like to compete.PrizesOverall prize eligibility is limited to registrants who observe all safety rules and event regulations.Prizes will be awarded in each of the following categories:Junior DivisionFirst through 5th place in the individual eventsTop five overallSenior DivisionFirst through 5th place in the individual eventsTop five overallAdult/Alumni DivisionFirst through thirdThis event will be held regardless of the weather, please dress accordingly.Event LodgingDiscounted hotels and camping options are available. Please contact Troy Anderson for more information.Event contact:Troy Anderson at Tanderson3@utah.gov or 385 280-5007 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b2d05240-fc8d-11ef-963b-83a7b2519524-rimg-w1200-h432-dc305f79-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189 - **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, workshops, camping - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 35, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Salt Lake City - **state**: UT - **country**: United States - **location**: Lee Kay Public Shooting Range - **lat**: 40.7273805 - **long**: -112.03496849999999 - **full address**: Lee Kay Public Shooting Range, 6000 West 2100 South, Salt Lake City, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/40b6870644e7d7d3ec52d8d8c8d39191d88f2476c5add64953306427350bb2a3-rimg-w1200-h628-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1741487105 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range being held? - **A:** 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range takes place on Fri, 20 Jun, 2025 at 11:00 am to Sat, 21 Jun, 2025 at 04:30 pm at Lee Kay Public Shooting Range, 6000 West 2100 South, Salt Lake City, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range? - **A:** Ticket prices for 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range range from USD 13 to USD 35 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityJunior Youth DivisionUSD 35AvailableSenior Youth DivisionUSD 35AvailableAdult/Alumni DivisionUSD 35AvailableAdditional Meal TicketUSD 13 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range? - **A:** 2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range is organized by Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "2025 Utah Hunting Skills Challenge - Lee Kay Public Shooting Range", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/40b6870644e7d7d3ec52d8d8c8d39191d88f2476c5add64953306427350bb2a3-rimg-w1200-h628-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1741487105", "startDate": "2025-06-20", "endDate": "2025-06-21", "url": "https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Lee Kay Public Shooting Range", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "6000 West 2100 South", "postalCode": "84128", "addressLocality": "Salt Lake City", "addressRegion": "UT", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "40.7273805", "longitude": "-112.03496849999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Youth and adults: Put your firearm, archery and overall hunting skills and knowledge to the test in this fun, hands-on outdoor challenge!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "2025-06-21", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "lowPrice": "12.51", "highPrice": "35.00", "price": "12.51", "url": "https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189", "price": "35.00", "name": "Junior Youth Division" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189", "price": "35.00", "name": "Senior Youth Division" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189", "price": "35.00", "name": "Adult/Alumni Division" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-08", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/salt-lake-city/2025-utah-hunting-skills-challenge-lee-kay-public-shooting-range/100001255033903189", "price": "12.51", "name": "Additional Meal Ticket" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Utah Division of Wildlife Resources", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/utah-division-of-wildlife-resources/22507737", "description": "The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is part of theUtah Department of Natural Resources(DNR). 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