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Trout fishing Boulder Mountain's hidden backcountry lakes

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

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

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

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

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

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

'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

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

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?

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

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

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.
Low water at Lake Powell raises questions about boat access at Bullfrog Marina

Low water at Lake Powell raises questions about boat access at Bullfrog Marina

VideoAdam 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

Kokanee Fishing Heats Up with Hands‑On Training from Local Guides

VideoAdam 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

Utah Cutthroat Slam Marks 10 Years of Conservation Through Fishing

VideoAdam 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"

Improvements for Wildlife at Neglected "Oasis in the Desert"

VideoAdam 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

Against the Odds: Utah Kids With Disabilities Experience Life-Changing Turkey Hunts

VideoAdam 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

Best Practices for Hunting Turkeys

VideoAdam 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

Utah Turkey Hunt an Unforgettable First for Special Needs Kids

VideoAdam 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.