Why fall is one of the best times to trout fish at Strawberry Reservoir

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Expert tips to help you make the most of a fall fishing trip to Strawberry Reservoir.

Two brothers honor their father's legacy on a special Utah elk hunt

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 20 - 12:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

After losing their father to pancreatic cancer, Cade and Cash Hansen were given a rare opportunity to hunt trophy bull elk in Central Utah. What followed was more than a successful hunt. It became a tribute to a beloved veteran, firefighter and father whose legacy continues to guide his family and community.

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Beyond the catch: why this Alaska fishing trip is perfect for the whole family

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

What started as a fishing trip quickly turned into one of the ultimate Alaska adventures. In this episode, we return to Alaskan Anglers Inn in Gustavus, Alaska, where the fishing is every bit as spectacular as the scenery.

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Why Alaskan Anglers Inn Should Be on Every Utah Angler's Bucket List

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 28 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

In this episode, we fish Alaska from Alaskan Anglers Inn in search of giant halibut, silver salmon, yelloweye and rockfish with the help of experienced guides.

Utah community helps teen with Down syndrome achieve her dream bear hunt

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 8 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah community united to help 17-year-old Izzy Jackson, whose generosity toward local veterans inspired a donated bear tag and the hunt of a lifetime.

Catching native trout: why fly-fishers love the North Slope of the Uinta Mountains

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In this episode of KSL Outdoors, Adam Eakle joins a group of current and former Salt Lake City television news videographers for a fishing trip filled with friendship, storytelling and plenty of trout-catching in the Uinta Mountains.

Why do Utah teens keep spending summers working at this Alaska fishing lodge?

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 11 - 12:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Adam Eakle travels to Alaska to visit his son Ethan, who is spending the summer working as a dockhand at the Utah-owned fishing lodge. Along the way, Adam meets other teens from Utah who have traded ordinary summer jobs for an unforgettable experience in Alaska's wilderness.

Trout fishing Boulder Mountain's hidden backcountry lakes

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 4 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

We enjoy backcountry fishing adventure to several remote Boulder Mountain lakes. While we won't reveal the exact locations, finding and exploring these hidden waters is part of what makes Boulder Mountain so special.

Fishing Pineview Reservoir before the drawdown: What anglers need to know

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pineview Reservoir is being drawn down to 2%.The project has anglers across Utah asking a critical question: What will happen to the fishery?

Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge brings international competitors to Utah

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 9:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge came to Hobble Creek Canyon in Utah County. It's one of the premiere airgun competitions in the world.

Why Strawberry Reservoir is producing some of the biggest rainbow trout in a decade

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted July 14 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Anglers are reporting exceptional rainbow trout fishing at Strawberry Reservoir this year. We hit the water to see it firsthand and spoke with Utah DWR biologist Alan Ward about the factors driving the fishery's success.

Giant bluegill at Mantua Reservoir provide fishing fun for anglers and kids

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated June 30 - 10:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

Bluegill fishing at Manuta Reservoir is great for families, and we prove it by taking kids who end up outfishing the "expert" adults!

From Helicopter to 1,000-Foot Rappel: Up Lake Adventures Pushes Limits at Lake Powell

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated June 23 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

We combine multiple extreme adventures into a one-day, continuous journey with a helicopter flight, UTV Ride and a 1,000-foot cliff rappel.

'This is pretty significant': 480-acre conservation easement secured at base of Payson Canyon

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted June 20 - 12:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 480-acre conservation easement was secured at the base of Payson county, in a partnership between neighboring cities Payson and Lehi. Local outdoor recreationists have been working on preserving the area for decades and call it a "significant" milestone for future generations.

Southern Utah rock climbing community gathers support after losing one of their own to suicide

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted June 11 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

The southern Utah rock climbing community is mourning the loss of fellow rock climber, Dan Smith, 24, who died by suicide. A friend started a GoFundMe to help Smith's wife.

Catching Kokanee at Jordanelle State Park with Mama Hog Fishing Rods

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 11:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

Adam Eakle is joined by Aaron Goettsche of Mama Hog Fishing Rods to put specialized kokanee gear to the test.

Fly fishing Lees Ferry without a guide: Can we catch anything?

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted June 1 - 12:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Is hiring a guide truly essential at Lees Ferry, or can determined anglers find success on their own? This trip puts that question to the test on one of the Colorado River's most iconic sections.

Kayak Horseshoe Bend: A better way to experience an iconic landmark

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted June 1 - 12:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

We travel to Lees Ferry, just below Glen Canyon Dam, to experience Horseshoe Bend by kayak. Partnering with a local outfitter, Kayak Horseshoe Bend, we launch upstream by boat before being dropped off to enjoy a scenic, self-paced float back downriver.

Fishing Lake Powell at record lows: we find success despite historic water conditions

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted May 26 - 11:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

As water levels at Lake Powell continue to sit at historic lows, anglers are facing a dramatically different landscape heading into the summer season.