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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.
2026 Western Hunting & Conservation Expo Highlights
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Feb. 16 - 11:16 a.m. | Save Story
The 2026 Western Hunting & Conservation Expo at the Salt Palace in downtown Salt Lake City is over, and it brought you must‑see booths
Warm Winter Delay—But the 'Berry Is ON FIRE! First Ice Fishing Trip of the Season
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Feb. 2 - 11:36 a.m. | Save Story
We’re joined by friends from Strawberry Bay Marina for late‑season ice fishing. The ice was safe at Horse Creek and the fishing was hot!
Striper Fishing Frenzy at Lake Powell with Uplake Adventures
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Jan. 27 - 11:16 a.m. | Save Story
Striper fishing frenzy! Uplake Adventures invites us out for a Lake Powell mission when the striper bite is on fire.
The Search for 250-Year-Old Dominguez/Escalante History at Lake Powell
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Jan. 27 - 11:13 a.m. | Save Story
The search for a rare, 250-year-old inscription marking the Dominguez/Escalante Expedition and United States history at Lake Powell.
Ice Fishing Without Ice at Starvation Reservoir | Winter Walleye and Perch
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Jan. 12 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
Winter fishing at Starvation Reservoir is hot, even without ice! So we grabbed our ice fishing gear and hit the water for walleye, perch, and trout.
Winter Kokanee Fishing with the Scheels Pro Staff at Jordanelle Reservoir
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Jan. 5 - 11:25 a.m. | Save Story
We hit the open water with the Scheels Pro Staff and Kokanee Krew Outfitters for winter Kokanee fishing at Jordanelle Reservoir.
Best of 2025 | Our Favorite Stories of the Year
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Dec. 29 - 11:28 a.m. | Save Story
This is the Best of 2025 - an ultimate highlight reel of KSL Outdoors from this year! From hunting elk, driving 4-wheelers, Alaska fishing and more!
Once-In-A-Lifetime Moose Hunt Donated to Teen Battling Cancer
Jared Hargrave, KSL | Posted Dec. 22 - 12:24 p.m. | Save Story
Dylan Smith, a teen battling cancer, was donated a once-in-a-lifetime moose hunt from a total stranger. Watch this inspiring story of generosity.
