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There will be exciting opportunities to see and photograph wildlife in Utah during the next few weeks. Our Division of Wildlife Resources reports that large herds of mule deer can be seen from roadways in some areas. The DWR has published this article giving viewing tips. Beautiful, white snow geese migrate through Utah during late winter and thousands of the birds stop in marshes and fields near the Delta. Watching the birds has become a popular activity - the community hosts and annual "Snow Goose Festival" to educate people about the birds, provide coordinated viewing opportunities and other activities. DWR biologists participate and offer educational activities and help with viewing. See this article for more information.
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Saturday, 04 February 2012 05:09
Public Meetings Scheduled To Get Public Comment On Utah's Deer HuntWritten by Dave WebbUtah's DWR has scheduled public meetings to get input from the public on ways to improve deer hunting. See the DWR blog for specifics on the discussion.
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Wednesday, 25 January 2012 02:57
Public Can Participate In New Provo River Dewatering WorkshopWritten by Dave WebbThe public still has an opportunity to participate in the debate over whether to close a 1.5 mile section of the Provo River above Utah Lake. Provo City provided the information below:
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The Provo Harald has this editorial about plans to dewater 1.5 miles of the Provo River just above Utah Lake. Here's a quote from the editorial: If it takes closing a river and negatively affecting a large number of people to possibly -- possibly -- save the sucker, then it may be time to let the fish sink or swim on its own. Either that or hurry up and probe its body for the elixir of immortality.
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Saturday, 14 January 2012 21:57
Bald eagles draw a crowd at Utah’s Farmington BayWritten by Dave WebbEvery winter dozens of bald eagles congregate at Farmington Bay, Willard Bay, at spots along the Weber River and in other areas through Utah. They are easy to see and fun to watch. People can often get great photos of the birds as they come in to roost every afternoon.
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Friday, 13 January 2012 17:31
Hundreds Protest Plan To Dewater Provo River Above Utah LakeWritten by Dave WebbOfficials have provided details about 5 options being considered to completely close a 1.5 mile stretchy of the Provo River above Utah Lake.
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Friday, 13 January 2012 02:37
Have Fun in the Sun at St George Winter Bird FestivalWritten by Dave WebbThe St George Winter Bird Festival runs Jan. 26 - 28. It provides an outstanding opportunity to learn about birds and see a large number of species while enjoying St George's winter sunshine. The Festival provided the news release below.
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Thursday, 12 January 2012 02:51
Part Of Provo River Above Utah Lake May Be DewateredWritten by Dave WebbJune sucker recovery program officials are exploring ways to improve habitat for the endangered fish, and are considering removing water from a section of the Provo River just above Utah Lake.
Details of the various proposals have not been released but some information about the dewatering has leaked out. People have found out about that aspect of the proposal and are protesting against any dewatering of the river.
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Wednesday, 11 January 2012 05:18
Fishermen Needed For Flaming Gorge Burbot BashWritten by AdministratorThe second annual Flaming Gorge Burbot Bash runs January 25–28, 2012. The event is endorsed by Utah and Wyoming state wildlife agencies, Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area, area community leaders and chambers of commerce. If you would like to learn to catch burbot at The Gorge, you will find excellent information during bash. Burbot were illegally introduced into the water and are damaging the fishery. Wildlife biologists hope people will catch and remove all of burbot possible. See this DWR article for information.
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Utah's Division of Wildlife Resources has published 3 great articles with tips on ice fishing. Here are links: The articles contain specific information which will really help beginning ice fishermen. |
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