While it is now too late to register your Fishing With The Fox tags on Eventbrite, it’s not too late to get the physical tags turned in ahead of the giant prize drawing. As of Friday, there were 236 tags registered in Eventbrite and 179 of those also turned in the tags to the Division of Wildlife Resources office in Vernal to be entered into the drawing.
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Fisheries Biologist Provides Update on Several Lakes in Northeastern Utah
Fisheries Biologist Natalie Boren has provided an update on several lakes in Northeastern Utah. Pelican Lake is currently 1 foot away from the conservation pool. There are still reports of good fishing, particularly for bass. Red Fleet’s water levels continue to drop and it is projected it will end the water year around 5000 to 6000 acre feet, down from a total volume of 26000 acre feet.
Vernal Downtown Plan Advancing
Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion has good news: The downtown Vernal revitalization plan is advancing. “The planning process has brought excitement into the downtown, events and support for our businesses,” shares Bennion. “The concept designs were based on the principles heard from the community.”
Vernal Downtown Revitalization Concepts Presented
Imagine downtown Vernal with more opportunities to linger longer away from the noise of Highway 40 after enjoying dinner and a show. Those working on the downtown revitalization project presented many concepts during the Vernal Chamber luncheon this week that could transform downtown Vernal.
Reservoir Reopened in Rio Blanco County After Unexplained Event
Kenney Reservoir located near Rangely, Colorado in Rio Blanco County has been reopened after an investigation concluded it was safe to do so.
Algae Blooms Identified on Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Algae Blooms have been identified at Buckboard Marina and Firehole Beach on Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Do not swim in or come into contact with green water, floating scums or clumps. Do not ingest water from a bloom. Boiling, filters and other treatments will not make the water safe.
Vernal Theatre: Live Named Vernal Chamber Business of the Month
Vernal Theatre: Live brings joy in a variety of ways to thousands within the community so it is no surprise that the Vernal Chamber decided to recognize them this month as the Business of the Month.
Duchesne County Back to High Transmission Index Level (7/29-8/4)
As of July 29th, Duchesne County is back at the High COVID-19 Transmission Index Level while Uintah County stayed at the High Level and Daggett County stayed at the Low Level.
Do Your Part to Prevent Human Caused Fires
Ashley National Forest is asking for help and it is certainly something that all can do. “Please help us protect those places that are special to you by preventing human-caused fires this Fall,” shares their message. “Please know the current fire restrictions before heading out to enjoy the lands managed by the Ashley National Forest.”
Vernal Makes List Of Coolest Small Towns
Travel publications are once again showing love to the Uintah Basin and its charms for locals and tourists alike. The Matador Network listed Vernal as number 15 on a top 25 Coolest Towns in America to Visit in 2021. The highlight praised Vernal as a “basecamp for climbers, river rats, mountain bikers, and backcountry hounds.”