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'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
Adam 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?
Adam 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
Adam 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
Adam 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.

Low water at Lake Powell raises questions about boat access at Bullfrog Marina
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted May 26 - 11:51 a.m. | Save Story
As Lake Powell sits near record-low water levels, boaters are wondering whether launching at Bullfrog Marina is still possible.

Kokanee Fishing Heats Up with Hands‑On Training from Local Guides
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted May 11 - 12:42 p.m. | Save Story
Kokanee salmon fishing is booming in Utah, and local guides are making sure anglers have the right tools and knowledge to succeed.

Utah Cutthroat Slam Marks 10 Years of Conservation Through Fishing
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted May 4 - 12:13 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Cutthroat Slam is celebrating its 10‑year anniversary, highlighting a decade of conservation efforts funded by anglers across the state.

Improvements for Wildlife at Neglected "Oasis in the Desert"
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted May 4 - 12:09 p.m. | Save Story
Volunteers gathered at the James Walter Fitzgerald WMA in Tooele County to make improvements to benefit wildlife. Pheasants Forever, Tooele County employees, and the Holliger family planted rose hip and golden currant bushes to feed and provide cover for birds.

Against the Odds: Utah Kids With Disabilities Experience Life-Changing Turkey Hunts
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted April 27 - 11:52 a.m. | Save Story
In Part 2 of the 2026 Kids with Disabilities Adventures turkey hunts, we introduce Krew, Jake, and Deqclin - young hunters who overcame paralysis, cancer, and autism to take part in a spring turkey hunt.

Best Practices for Hunting Turkeys
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted April 27 - 11:35 a.m. | Save Story
We asked turkey hunting expert, Mike Pritchett, to show is his best-practices while turkey hunting. Mike has years of successfully hunting turkeys, and these tips will increase your chances of bagging a bird.

Utah Turkey Hunt an Unforgettable First for Special Needs Kids
Adam Eakle, KSL | Posted April 20 - 2:01 p.m. | Save Story
A spring turkey hunt is an unforgettable milestone as four special-needs kids experienced their first hunt and each harvested a turkey in a single day. Made possible by Kids with Disabilities Adventures, the record‑setting hunt highlights the life‑changing impact of getting kids outdoors.

$3 Per Fish! Bowfishing Utah Lake Carp for Cash
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted March 30 - 11:29 a.m. | Save Story
Here's how you can earn $3 per fish while bowfishing Utah Lake carp! We bowfish aboard mud boats to control carp populations.

Early Kokanee Bite Ignites at Strawberry Reservoir After Record Warm Winter
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted March 24 - 12:02 p.m. | Save Story
Early Kokanee fishing ignites at Strawberry Reservoir. Thanks to warm weather, the ice is gone, boats are launching and the fishing is hot.

15,000 Trout Per Mile: Fly Fishing The Green River | Big Trout, River Health, and Changing Water Flows
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted March 16 - 11:17 a.m. | Save Story
Join us as we fly fish the Green River A Section with Spinner Fall Guides. We catch big browns and rainbow trout, and discuss the river's health.

Devil’s Racetrack in WINTER?! Extreme Off‑Road with Steadman's Recreation and Big Mountain Lodge
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted March 9 - 11:21 a.m. | Save Story
We take you into the rugged heart of the San Rafael Swell to tackle the technical Devil’s Racetrack, in the snow!

Flaming Gorge Giants! Chasing Trophy Lake Trout with BMF Outfitters
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted March 2 - 10:07 a.m. | Save Story
We deep dive into the excitement of chasing some of the biggest lake trout in Flaming Gorge with our guide, TJ Valdez from BMF Outfitters.



