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Garfield County and Ruby’s Inn Awarded 2015 Utah Tourism Conference Panguitch – The Utah Tourism Industry Association and the Utah Office of Tourism recently selected Garfield County and Ruby’s Inn as the host venues for the 2015 Utah Tourism Conference. Hundreds of tourism officials from Utah’s 29 counties, along with employees from tourism-related businesses and top state leaders, will experience Garfield County’s famous landscape when they gather for the conference next October. “We are thrilled to be the host and know that our residents will make it an exceptional event,” said Falyn Owens, executive director of the Garfield County Tourism Office. “There’s no better place for Utah to talk tourism than at one of our most iconic national parks.” Having the three-day conference just outside Bryce Canyon National Park is significant, Owens explained, given the success of Utah’s recent “Mighty 5” initiative. The award-winning ad campaign
attracted hundreds of thousands of additional visitors to the state. “Tourism is a great economic force here in Garfield County and for all of Utah,” Garfield County Commissioner Leland Pollock said. “The more we rally behind tourism, the more our communities stand to benefit.” The “Mighty 5” campaign highlighted the importance of Utah’s five national parks, which attract more than 6 million visitors each year, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Interior Department. Overall, tourists spend an annual $7.4 billion in Utah—supporting one out of every 10 jobs. As part of the tourism conference selection process, Garfield County and Ruby’s Inn articulated their ability to host such a large gathering. They explained how the recent success of the Utah Symphony’s summer concert and Tour of Utah cycling race proved the area can accommodate Tourism Conference Cont'd on page 3
PHS Art Night to Feature Steve Fischer PANGUITCH - The Bev- rie, in Big Rapids, Michigan erly Taylor Sorensen Art Pro- where I got my feet wet in the gram will host an evening cel- world of guitar making. On ebrating the arts and featuring the first day of school everyone of Panguitch’s own, Steve thing in my brain clicked and Fischer, a prestigious guitar I knew I had found the perluthier. The performance will fect career. I could combine take place Thursday, October my artistic talents with my 23, at 6:00 p.m. at the PHS love for music. I soaked up Auditorium. Mr. Fischer has everything I could at school been invited to present his ar- and gave all I could to make tistic journey as a part of the the best student project guitars night’s offerings of music and they had ever seen.” Training and making the art from Panguitch elementary, middle and high school right connections led Steve to students. The PHS Orchestra accept a job in Sparta, Wiswill perform for the first time consin at McPherson guitars along with the PHS Choir and where flawless woodworkstudents from grades PES ing, immaculate attention to joints and purling lines felt K-6. Mr. Fischer is a guitar to him like a continuation of maker whose goal is to cre- school similar to graduate ate instruments that allow studies. Steve then spent time the musician to create music designing guitars for PRS in without restriction, to create Stevensville, Maryland where instruments that inspire the musician to create music above and beyond what they thought was possible. He says, “If I have done my job right the guitar will disappear in the hands of the player.” It all began when Steve was a young teenager attending PHS and saw an ad in the back of one of his guitar magazines for a lutherie school. He says, Courtesy of stevefischerguitars.com “I have always loved mak- Musician, guitar maker and ing things and I really en- Panguitch native Steve Fischjoyed playing the guitar, so er will take part in a special a career as a guitar maker performance at Panguitch seemed like the natural High School on Thursday at choice. Several years later 6pm. I attended Bryan GalSteve Fischer loup’s school of LutheCont'd on page 3 REGIONAL Weather forecast for some but not all regions represented in our newspaper coverage area
Thurs. ocT. 23 - wed. OCT. 30 A CHANGE THIS WEEK: Sunny with highs in the low 70s through Saturday, lows in the low 40s, then some possible showers (50% chance) on Sunday with a dip in high temps to the low 50s, and with nighttime temps in high 20s to low 30s. Sunny Monday through Wednesday.
Thursday, October 23, 2014 • Issue # 1071
UAC Council Members Select Pollock as Commissioner of the Year
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Capitol Reef Natural History Association received the 2014 Ward Roylance award from the Entrada Institute. Shown: Shirley Torgerson, Carol Gnade, and Newell Harward.
Annual Fall Gathering Celebrates Wayne County Culture and Heritage
TORREY - The Entrada Institute concluded its 20th year serving Wayne County and a larger southwest community promoting the natural, historical, cultural, and scientific heritage of the Colorado Plateau. The annual well-attended Friendraiser was held at the Cougar Ridge Lodge south of Torrey on October 18th. Over 100 participants
enjoyed an afternoon of activities. The event kicked off with tours of the beautiful Cougar Ridge lodge and grounds. Participants enjoyed beverages and hors d’oeurves prepared by Chef Aaron Torrey of Broken Spur Restaurant. A short video reviewed the year and previewed future organization activities. Photo-
graphs of art, author, music, social science, and science programs from the Saturday Sunset Series were featured along with images from the many Entrada Institute festivals and special events including the Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival, Arts and the Park, Apple Day Patriotic Fall Gathering Cont'd on page 3
The Escalante Canyons Marathon: Fast Becoming a Tradition
MURRAY - Garfield County Commissioner Leland Pollock was chosen by his peers to be recognized as the 2014 County Commissioner/ Council Member of the Year. “We have several Commissioners and Council Members who qualified for this award, said Doug Perry, communications director for the Utah Association of Counties (UAC), the organization that oversees the selection process. “Leland was an obvious choice for the group because of his dedicated service to both Garfield County and the state of Utah.” Pollock is the only recipient from Garfield County to win an award in the past few years. The only other recipients were Wallace Lee, who won Attorney of the Year back in 2004, and Maloy Dodds, who won Commissioner of the Year in 2009. Pollock will be recognized by the Utah Association of Counties and it’s members at the organization’s Annual Convention, November 12-14, in St. George, Utah. Each year, nine elected county officials are selected from each of the elected offices held in county governments across the state, including assessors, auditors, attorneys, clerks, recorders, treasurers, sheriffs and surveyors. Selections are made based on what officials do on behalf of their county and UAC, as well as a vote among peers. ―Utah Association of Counties
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An exuberant runner kicks up her heels along Highway 12's hogsback during last weeks marathon race between Boulder and Escalante. This year 110 entrants finished the 26-mile race. BOULDER/ESCALANTE - A beautiful sunrise on October 11th marked the start of the third annual Escalante Canyons Marathon and 10-Miler races. This year saw the most runners and most expansive geographic representation to date. On top of that, the warm race weather made for the biggest race challenge so far. With over 140 runners registering for the races, we had a total of 110 finishers, compared with 80 finishers last year and 60 finishers in 2012. The Escalante Canyons Marathon depends not only upon the runners and organizers, but on our community volunteers. So let’s start our highlights with heartfelt thanks to those who rose to the occasion by contributing to the pre-race dinner and start/ finish line refreshments, setting up and manning the start
and finish lines and all the aid stations, taking care of timing and awarding medals, cheering along the way and at the finish line, and everyone else who helped so much with this event. We need you all, and we hope you – and others – will continue to participate in this buoyant experience! The 2014 Escalante Canyons Marathon and 10-Miler races were special in several ways … The overall marathon winner from 2012 and 2013 joined us again – and won again! Major congratulations to Gary Krugger, from Flagstaff, AZ, who continues to dominate this difficult marathon. This year, along with participants from 15 states in all regions of the lower 48, we were astonished and pleased to have runners from Germany, the Netherlands, Mexico,
Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow. ―Helen Keller
Canada, and Japan! Of particular note, our participant from Japan is a runner who has pledged to run 1000 marathons in 60 years and over 200 countries as a way to celebrate the splendor of the earth. Hajime Nishi, age 65, had already run 650 marathons when he chose our marathon to add to his total. He selected the Escalante Canyons Marathon due to the course’s reputation for natural beauty. We also had wonderful home-town heroes, including runners with Escalante and Boulder connections: Julie Griffith, the overall women’s winner for the 10-Miler; her twin sister, Jennifer, who came in third among the 10-Miler women; and 10-Milers Cayanna and Stacy Davis of Boulder, Escalante Marathon Cont'd on page 3
GARFIELD CO. - Craig Isom, Executive Director Small Business Development Center will be in available for business owners or potential business owners for individual consultation in Garfield County on Wednesday, October 29. Whether you are thinking of starting a business or a seasoned business owner, you probably could benefit from meeting with Craig Isom from the SBDC in Cedar City. Individual consultations will be about 45 minutes long on whatever topic you would like to discuss. Mr. Isom can advise business owners on many aspects of business management including business plans to funding to specific business practices. Meetings will probably take place in Panguitch at the county building, but the location could change if there are more appointments in other locations of the county. In addition, if you are interested in setting up a website for your business, training and support for websites and marketing plans is also available anytime. For an appointment or additional information, please contact SuzAnne Jorgensen, Extension Educator, Utah State University-Garfield County, (435) 676-1114 or suzannej@ ext.usu.edu ―SuzAnne Jorgensen, Utah State University Garfield County Extension
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Letter to the Editor: I have been entertained over the past weeks reading Rob Williams' political ads and the letters published here supporting his spin on what he is doing for the economy of Wayne County. The fact is Rob is the poster child for Terri Martin of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA) and their quest to restrict more of our access to public lands under the assumption that tourism and recreation 'are driving the economy in the Torrey/Teasdale area. ' What about the full time residents of the County? How does tourism and recreation benefit the rest of us? How will more wilderness restrictions help tourism? Will restrictions hurt or benefit our overall economy? Over the past weeks I have personally interviewed County personnel, Forest Service and BLM employees, local ranchers and members of the Wayne County Travel Council in an attempt to understand what drives the economy of Wayne County and what produces the revenues that support our lifestyle. It is clear that property taxes and fees don't contribute a lot and contributions from the Federal Government in lieu of property taxes on Public Lands are in a steady downward spiral. The total reduction of County Revenues from 2012 to 2013 was $629,476 in a budget of $4,059,005 or approximately 13.4% and it is clear that this decline will continue in the future. What are the real drivers of our economy and how do we enjoy the lifestyle we do? How are tourism/recreation and agriculture related, who supplies the most to the economy and can they exist without each other or do they benefit from each other? Based on information from the County records the Transient Room Tax accounted for $243,249 or 4.25% of $5,724,000 (rounded) spent for overnight lodging in the entire County. The food tax which locals also pay when we use the deli at Royals or visit any of the restaurants in the County contributed $40,788 or 1% of $4,078,800 to the County Budget. Considering that national food suppliers service most of the restaurants in the County the majority of the $4,078,800 goes out of state at the end of the year leaving only the $40,788 and part time seasonal jobs. Oh by the way, 2/3 of the Transient Room Tax and Food Tax are given back to the Wayne County Travel Council to promote tourism and recreation. The $9.8 million in tourism/recreation dollars have a 1.4 multiplier or a total benefit of $13,724,000 (rounded) to the local economy. Based on the 7,392 Forest Service AUM permits the County economy will gain over $11,000,000 from the cattle industry and the 5,492 Sheep permits will produce approximately $1,000,000. (The timber industry will provide less than 1% of what it was in the 80's before Federal timber restrictions went into effect.) The $12,000,000 is a conservative estimate based on receipts from the two auction facilities in the area and national cattle auction networks. Historic standards project that the $12,000,000 has a 2.4 multiplier or $28,800,000 to the economy as the majority of the funds will stay in the community to support full time jobs at local merchants, fuel stations, restaurants, medical and dental clinic, our local grocery store, pay property and sales taxes and support the education of our kids. Rob Williams has met with 'conservation-minded Wayne County residents and wilderness advocates' during his time in office and by SUWA's description the meetings were 'amiable and affirmative'. SUWA suggests that we should all thank Mr. Williams for all his work in supporting the reduction of multiple uses of Public Lands. Actually I don't see how tourism and recreation will increase in any way by restricting multiple uses of the 97% of lands currently controlled by various entities of the Federal and State Governments. By designating 800,000 acres of lands 'deserving wilderness protection' to single use (tourism and recreation) the economy of Torrey/Teasdale and Wayne County in general will be financially impacted in a negative way. Historically tourism/recreation and grazing have existed with few problems. Restricting multiple uses, closing roads and prohibiting the use of any motorized vehicles and horses on 800,000 acres will not only hurt our economy but will reduce the number of people who can actually enjoy the land. It will also be another step by a small minority of elite single use groups in their march to keep the majority users off of the land so they can enjoy what we all should be able to enjoy. It appears to me that a vote for Rob Williams is a blow to our local economy that will negatively affect the lifestyle that we currently enjoy and with his support will not end anytime soon. The quotes in my letter are excerpts from a Terri Martin, SUWA memo dated May 1, 2014 to Friends of Utah's Red Rock. Bob Mascaro, Fremont
October 23, 2014
USU to YOU The Broken Spur Steakhouse would like to thank everyone for their great support this year. We will close for the season on Friday, October 31st. If you haven’t had a chance to come get a great steak this season, or if you would like to come one more time, you still have a few days left. What a better way to celebrate Halloween. We will also offer free ice cream with meal purchase from October 27th thru the 31st. Our motel will remain open through the winter months with food options available to guests for both breakfast and dinner. 955 E. SR-24, Torrey 435-425-3775
Learning a Valuable Lesson
RICHFIELD - This past summer, Wade Allinson, an Emery County law enforcement officer and an authority on historic and prehistoric rock art in the San Rafael Swell, made the climb to a prominent pictograph panel high in the cliffs above Ivie Creek and I-70. The panel can be seen from the highway and portrays a red and white shield, a large snake, human figures, both big and small, and handprints. Allinson found the panel and much more. Between 2013 and 2014, a number of people had left their initials scratched into the rock or etched with charcoal. One person left their entire name which was quickly traced to a Facebook account by a member of the Fish Lake Chapter of the Old Spanish Trail. An investigation by Forest Service Law Enforcement determined that the vandalism had been caused by several church groups from the Wasatch Front. Contacts were made and arrangements were made for members of the groups to meet a Forest Service Law Enforcement Officer and Wade Allinson to clean the charcoal and to wire brush the scratches. It was explained to the teenagers that these images, recorded as a National Register eligible site by archaeologists from Brigham Young University, portrayed the passing of three distinct groups of people separated by a thousand years. The first group was the Fremont people who had inhabited large expanses of Utah between 400 and 1300 A.D. There are several village sites on either side of I-70 near the Ivie Creek Rest Stop. These people were farmers, lived in well-constructed homes called pithouses and made pottery. As they did not have a written language, the villages, artifacts and pictographs are the history of themselves that have been left for us. The second group did not actually write on the cliffs but rather left us a record of the existence of the pictographs. On October 13, 1853 Captain John Gunnison’s railroad survey passed through Ivie Creek Canyon during their examination of the 38th and 39th Parallels. The panel was pointed out to the party by their Ute Indian
guide from the Green River County. The Ute, clearly in awe of the panel, stated that it had been painted in the past, by an American “captain” on his way to Monterey, California. The pictograph was incorporated into his 1855 report to the War Department by Lt. E. G. Beckwith who assumed command of the survey after Gunnison’s death on October 26th. By making this a landmark, it is crystal clear where the Fish Lake Cutoff branched from the Old Spanish Trail. The third party, passing through the canyon in the spring of 1855, was 38 young men called by President Brigham Young to establish a settlement in Spanish Valley (i.e., Moab). Under the leadership of Mission President Alfred N. Billings, a fort was built. In the fall of 1855, friction between the Mormons and Utes grew and unfortunately cumulated with the killing of three missionaries. On September 24 of that year, the Elk Mountain Mission was abandoned. Traces of their passing lay just feet from the Fremont pictograph in Ivie Creek Canyon where some of the young men of the party left their names. Elder Issac M. Behunin’s name is the most prominent inscription. Following the clean-up of the sites, the groups left with an explanation of why rock art, both prehistoric and historic, can be very important to the annals of prehistory, the history of the western expansion of the United States, and can even memorialize the deaths of members of their own church. An educational experience, in lieu of a felony charge under Federal statues, was the recommendation of Officer Allinson and the decision of Forest Service Law Enforcement . The Forest Service reminds all youth leaders that good citizenship is reinforced by their guidance. Please observe all laws when enjoying the great outdoors. The mission of the U.S. Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. ―John Zapell, U.S. Forest Service
Prescribed Fire Planned for Ahlstrom Hollow
PANGUITCH - The Powell Ranger District of the Dixie National Forest is gearing up to start burning in Ahlstrom Hollow, pending favorable weather conditions. The Ahlstrom Hollow burn unit is located on the Paunsagunt plateau, in Garfield County, Utah, approximately 20 miles southeast of Panguitch. The East Fork of the Sevier River lies to the east of the unit, Sunset Cliffs are on the west, Blue Fly Creek is the southern boundary of the Unit, and Highway 12 is on the north side of the unit. Approximately 400 acres are planned for treatment this year. Prescribed Fire Objectives: Reduce surface and ladder fuel loading Raise ponderosa pine canopy heights Create a diversity of understory brush species (with an emphasis on managing for manzanita and bitterbrush) Return ponderosa pine stands to a stocking level more representative of healthy, historic levels in order to ensure long term viability of the stands Reduce pinion and juniper encroachment The project is anticipated to include five to ten days of hand ignition and an additional five to ten days of smoldering, as the fire continues to consume and clean up surface fuel accumulations. ―Joe Harris, Dixie National Forest
WAYNE COUNTY EXTENSION AND GARFIELD COUNTY EXTENSION
Don't Forget a Good Breakfast to Start Your Morning
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by GaeLynn Peterson Utah State University Extension - Wayne County
all is a beautiful time of the mid morning slump, and the year - the breath-taking helps avoid unhealthy snackcolors, the cool crisp air, the ing. Of course you need to satisfaction of crops being har- make sure the breakfast foods vested and shelves lined with are nutritious – not just a donut! produce from gardens and or- You need to include protein, chards. However, Fall also vitamins, minerals, and fiber brings an end to the carefree contained in fruits, vegetables, days of summer – the sleeping eggs, milk etc. There are so in and leisurely mornings that many healthy breakfast ideas kids have hopefully enjoyed. mix it up – omelets, scrambled Back to the frenzied schedule egg sandwiches, oatmeal with of getting kids up, fed, dressed, a variety of fruit toppings, panhomework gathered, and out cakes and waffles with protein the door. Too often, some im- powder added, muffins with portant opportunities get lost smoothies, breakfast casseroles in the frenzy. With a little or- that can be prepared the night ganization, mornings can be a before, the list goes on and on! time not only for ensuring your One secret that was successful kids are nutritionally armed for for me was to give my kids a the day, but there can also an piece of fruit – apples, bananadded bonus of spending some as, a dish of peaches etc. first quality time with your kiddos – while they were still hungry that may not be available dur- – and then give them the main event. Very seldom did they ing the rest of the hectic day. First – let’s discuss the turn down the fruit! A HUGE benefit that I importance of breakfast. Research is abundant that sings have noticed in raising kids is praises to the morning meal. that typically everyone is not As the name “breakfast” im- ready to eat at the same time in plies, this is a break between the morning. This gives me the the evening meal and the noon opportunity to engage in some meal. If your body doesn’t one-on-one time with each receive nourishment at this child as they are eating. It’s time, it goes into a “saving” amazing how kids “open up” mode and the food you finally when they are enjoying some eat is stored for later because good food! Make it a great you body is preparing for an- morning in your home! other fast – this adds to Green Smoothie weight gain. 6-8 ounces yogurt, any flavor Research 1/2 cup milk also sug1/2 fresh or frozen banana gests that 1/2 cup fresh or frozen fruit people who 1 packed cup fresh spinach eat breakfast Blend all ingredients well in a blender. are more Yield: 1 big delicious smoothie productive, have better Surprised to see spinach problem-solving skills, and increased mental clarity. Ad- in this smoothie? Don’t worry, ditional studies indicate that your kids won’t taste it at all nutrients and energy provided and the spinach will give them with breakfast leads to in- the added boost they need to creased concentration, prevents get going in the morning!
Attention Wayne County Veterans: Veterans, your partner and wives of deceased Veterans are invited to a dinner and program in honor of all Veterans on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at 6:00 pm, at the LOA CIVIC CENTER, Loa, Utah. This event is sponsored by Kaitlyn Failner and Breeanna Brown, members of the FCCLA at Wayne High School. Any questions call 435-8362891. An RSVP would be appreciated by calling the same number.
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October 23, 2014 Fall Gathering Cont'd from page 1
and Music Program, Take the Stage: Youth Workshops and Concert, Women’s Redrock Music Festival, Heritage Starfest, and the Harvest Time Scarecrow Festival. The Artist-in-Residence Program and the Wayne Scholarship program were also featured. Finally, the video stressed that the Entrada Institute has had 20 years of impact and is ready for 20 more. During coming years, the nonprofit will continue to support existing programs, while expanding its local community programs including an Interfaith Christmas Celebration and a President’s Day Children’s Program focusing on health and fitness. A new Earth and
Social Science Fellowship will be introduced in coming years. Finally, plans are in the works for enlarging the Entrada Institute’s facilities including a new concert venue. To view the video, go to http://youtu. be/MpPe4MNLF1g. The Ward Roylance award was given to the Capitol Reef Natural History Association. Executive Director Shirley Torgerson and Board Member Newell Harward accepted the award thanking the Entrada Institute and Capitol Reef National Park Superintendent Leah McGinnis. Shirley Torgerson also shared her memories of Ward Roylance. The Harvest Time Scarecrow Awards were given in both business and residential categories. Broken Spur received the business award. Dick and
Lauralee Williams of Fremont received the most votes in the residential category. The evening concluded with an outstanding set of music by talented singer-songwriter Stacey Board. Special thanks to the Entrada Board for hosting the event, Gary and Tamie Bagley for providing a beautiful facility, and all the friends of the Entrada Institute who donated to this important, local nonprofit organization. The Entrada Institute supports a wide range of local activities and we need to your support. If you missed the Friendraiser, you can still donate. Go to http://www.entradainstitute.org/donate/. —The Entrada Institute
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every part of the guitar making process to the last detail was refined. He moved to Maryland to build prototype acoustic guitars and with the support of some very important musicians and his employer PRS, established a production process and trained the crew that would build the guitars. They were an instant success, winning an MIPA award for the
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and Jessie Larsen of Escalante. For the Marathon, we want to honor Jared Platt of Cedar City, who came in fourth overall, and Mirna Deamer and Katie Eckley of Cedar City, who came in second and third women’s overall. Kudos to all our southern Utah participants! In terms of ages in the combined races, Cayanna was our youngest runner at age 13 (10-Miler), and Dallas Smith, of Cookeville, Tennessee, was our senior runner at age 74 (Marathon). This is the biggest age spread we’ve had so far, and their times were impressive! To see the times of all the finishers, go to escalantecanyonsmarathon.com and look for the Results page. We’ve had many race participants let us know they
The Slow Coyote 2013 Occasionally the wind might blow between Fish Creek and Grover. Sometimes a gentle zephyr. Sometimes it’ll knock you over. Just a couple of days ago I was drinking my morning cup, Looking out the back window to see what might be up. Fence Lines The trees were going crazy. When the wind gets strong, they do. by Ray Conrad My little white anemometer was doin’ the boogaloo. Then I seen a little coyote, running downwind, headin’ east. I guessed he had a rabbit spotted for his morning feast. Now, coyotes, and rabbits, too, are noted for their speed, But rollin up the pasture slope come a big fat tumbleweed. It must have been four feet across, racing up that hill, And it passed that little coyote like he was standin’ still. He glanced at it when it went by, and he sat down on his tush. I think he was contemplating being run down by a bush. I’m a good coyote lip-reader, and I seen him say, “ Dag-nabbit! If I can’t even out-sprint a plant, how can I catch a rabbit?”
A message from Dell LeFevre... As a member of the Garfield County Commission I want to show my support for Stan Wood for Wayne County Commission.
Tourism Conference high-profile events. The county plans to welcome conference attendees with an impressive opening reception on the rim of Bryce Canyon. The evening will include an authentic Dutch oven cookout and live entertainment. The overlook location is part of Ruby’s Inn and was the venue for the symphony’s recent picturesque concert. “The opening Dutch oven dinner will be a great way to kick-off a memorable conference,” said Lance Syrett, tourism board member and general manager of Ruby’s Inn. “We’re excited to show the rest of Utah some Garfield County charm.” In addition to providing the lodging and meeting space, Ruby’s Inn will also help conference participants
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Wayne County is facing some big issues: Prairie dogs, Sage grouse, and grazing issues. Most decisions on these issues are not made locally but at higher levels of government. We need someone who will work with these agencies on behalf of Wayne County on these important issues. I worked with Stan Wood during his previous term as a Wayne County Commissioner and when he was a member of the Wayne County School District Board, and feel Stan Wood is the man for the job.
A vote for Stan is a vote for Wayne County. Next year’s Utah Tourism Conference, co-sponsored by the Utah Tourism Industry Association and the Utah Office of Tourism, will be held in Garfield County on October 6-8, 2015. enjoy Bryce Canyon by providing access to many outdoor adventures. The annual conference, which will be held October 6-8 in 2015, is an educational retreat for tourism offices, hotels, restaurants, retail organi-
zations, marketing managers and journalists. The conference will feature multiple exhibits, networking opportunities, and workshops to discuss the latest trends and ideas in travel. —Garfield County Office of Tourism and Ruby's Inn
best acoustic guitar and very positive reviews all over the country and the world. A love of Southern Utah and family drew Steve his wife and two children back to their roots. He has now established Steve Fischer Guitars. In his wood working studio he builds his dream guitars making simple elegance with uncompromising tone. There are no CNC machines or lasers to assist him in his work. Steve markets his exquisite crafts-
manship all over the world making guitars for Ricky Skaggs, Martin Simpson, Tony Mcmanus, and Guitarist Ewan Cowley with Celtic Women. Collin Hay is currently on a solo acoustic guitar tour using Steve Fischer Guitars. For more information on Steve and his amazing wood working studio please visit: stevefischerguitars.com. —Nancy Guymon, Music Director, Garfield School District
plan to compete again next year; this is surpassed only by the loyalty of volunteers to this event, many of whom have contributed for all three years that the races have been run. As the Escalante Canyons Marathon race committee, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who helped make this year’s races a success. We also want to invite anyone who is interested to join us in making next year’s races even better! We’ll be sending out invitations to participate over the next year, but if you want to sign up early, contact Mary Parkin at 617-417-3331 or Brent Cottam at 435-4633131. This is a great occasion that gets better each year. Imagine, someone running from Boulder to Escalante on their own two feet. A few years ago we didn’t know if anyone would want to even try
to do this. Now we know that teenagers to those in their 70s and all ages in between can and have accomplished this feat – we see it as a miracle! ―Mary Parkin
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Wayne County Commissioners Extend an Invitation to All Wayne County Residents How We Grow Matters, Let’s Decide How Wayne County has partnered with the Western Rural Development Center at Utah State University and Southern Utah University to implement ASAP (Area Sector Analysis Program). ASAP utilizes a steering committee of local residents to determine the county’s economic development goals, understand community assets and determine obstacles or liabilities. The ASAP program then has access to the results of hundreds of surveys of a wide range of businesses and industries. These surveys provide understanding of what businesses look for and require when moving or expanding. The ASAP model then matches and provides an opportunity for the county to efficiently target businesses and industries that meet community goals and assets. The governor’s office will be employed in making contact with targeted businesses and industries. To be most effective, the steering committee should represent a cross section of Wayne County residents. Steering committee members commit to attend the 8 ASAP modules. Each module will last about 2 hours. The first meeting will begin on November 19, 2014. Do you want to be one of the 25 county residents that would like to participate in Wayne County’s future, please contact me to sign up and for more details by November 10, 2014. Michelle Coleman, Director Economic Development Phone: (435)-836-1315 michelle@wayne.utah.gov
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Schools & Sports
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October 1st Count October 1st is a date of significant importance for all schools in the State of Utah. The Utah State Office of Education verifies the student enrollment in each district on October 1 to distribute estimated State appropriated funding to each district and charter school. The Utah Legislature distributes money in Weighted Pupil Units (WPU) according to the number of students enrolled on October 1st. The value of the WPU for each stu-
dent for the 2014-2015 school year is $2,972. Funding for each student is also subsidized by additional state, federal, and local tax revenues. According to the web page governing.com, Utah ranks last in the country on “per student” spending behind Idaho, Oklahoma, Arizona, and Mississippi. With funding tied directly to student enrollment, it requires districts to track the enrollments to secure funding to allow the daily
operation of schools to take place. I would like to inform the public, the October 1st student count for the 2014-2015 school year is 926. I have included the student counts by school from 2001, and 2013 as a reference for comparison. Garfield School District enrollment only decreased by four students from last year, but has decreased 123 students since 2001. —Superintendent Ben Dalton
Pumpkin Run Fall Fun!
by Mack Oetting
Cats go to State The Lady Cats finished out the season undefeated with an easy win over Escalante, last week. Tomorrow will be the start of Region 20 tournament and it will be here in Panguitch. The Cats will get a bye in the first game and if all goes well should meet up with the Piute Thunderbirds in the finals. Check for the schedule on when the games are going to be played. Your season passes are not good for region games or for the State tournament. State will be played at UVU next week. The Bob Cats have had a great season, good luck at State!
Over 100 children and parents from throughout Wayne County enby Nathan Platt joyed an afternoon The region cross counand evening of activtry meet was held on the Mt. ities on October 16 Carmel golf course on Ocas part of the Harvest tober 14. The weather was Time Pumpkin Fesperfect and the meet was well tival sponsored by attended. The Bryce Valley the Entrada Institute athletes ran well with two inand coordinated by dividual athletes qualifying for Wayne Athletics Inc. the state meet at Sugar House and Wayne Middle Park. Luke Brannon took 8th School Girl’s Basplace and Ashlee Chynoweth ketball. The Hallowfinished in 10th. The Boys Photos by Annette Lamb een themed activities team ended up in 4th place and held at the Wayne Ready set, go! The Fall Pumpkin Run attracted over 60 kids who got the Girls finished 3rd. It was County Community to run through the hay maze. a great season. Thanks to all Center in Bicknell the athletes for the work they included Feed the Zombie, back to the community center. for another great Entrada Input in and for the support from Candy Walk, Here Fishy After the pumpkin run, chil- stitute sponsored event for parents and the community. Fishy, Monster Spin, and oth- dren selected pumpkins from Wayne County youth. —Annette Lamb er fun games. Many parents the pumpkin patch, then used markers and stickers to decoenjoyed taking photos of their children in front of a beautiful rate their find. Hungry runners gobbled up a hotdog dinner. Halloween mural. The afternoon ended with Next, over 60 children a costume contest featuring participated in a one mile CodeRed CodeRed CodeRed everything from witches and pumpkin run that culminated with a hay maze filled with zombies to a pirate and a merWayne School District cial media platforms you may spooky murals. Teen volun- maid. Winners of the pump- is cooperating with Wayne request. The registration proteers hid in the maze to scare kin run and costume contest County Emergency Services cess is very simple, BUT, IT unsuspecting runners. Partici- received candy jars or flutes to provide rapid, County-wide REQUIRES YOU TO REGpants enjoyed a hayrack ride courtesy of The Flute Shop. emergency and District-wide ISTER YOURSELF AND Thanks message notifications. We are YOUR FAMILY. Register by: to Sherry El- urging all parents of Wayne 1. Access the Wayne lett and her School District to register on County Utah home page art class for the Wayne County “CodeRed” 2. Click on “Emergency painting signs system to provide rapid com- Services” and murals for munication to all parents. This 3. Click on the “CodeRed the activities, system is already in place and icon” in upper right corner of photo center, available for our use. We will that screen. and the hay be able to use the system for 4. Enter information as bale maze. County-wide notification in directed Also, thanks to cases of emergency, but we also Please!!! Help us get evall the volun- have the opportunity to send out eryone in the system so we can teers, parents, school and district messages of have this instant messaging and youth that school closures, possible trans- available now. For questions participated. portation problems, early dis- or help, please call Jeri JohnBe sure to put missal, or notice of professional son, Wayne County Emergency Specialist at 435-836-1319 P r e s i d e n t ’ s development for teachers. These messages will be or cell # 691-0436. She is Day, February 16th, on sent to your home phone, and ready and available to get you your calendar also to your mobile devices connected. using most of the common so- —Wayne County School District
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Notice to Wayne County Parents
WAYNE COUNTY LANDS BILL I’m presently working on a Wayne County Lands Bill or what is sometimes referred to as a Public Lands Initiative (PLI). Some would have you believe it’s something I thought up and started. Actually it was well underway before I became commissioner. In fact, my predecessor was a member of the commission that initiated the process by hiring a consultant to lead the study. Sometime after I was elected, commissioners Jeffery, Fillmore and I decided we could no longer afford to pay the consultant $500 per month and terminated his services. I wanted to see the project continue because I didn’t want the time and money already invested to be wasted and I also believe it has the potential to greatly benefit Wayne County, so I volunteered to take the lead and keep things moving forward. There is strong support for the PLI from Congressmen Bishop and Chaffetz and Governor Herbert. The following letter demonstrates the level of commitment and support Governor Herbert has pledged. Governor Herbert says “The PLI presents the most immediate opportunity to achieve greater local management of key components of our public lands, generate new economic and recreational opportunities ….” I agree. It would be unfortunate if the process were to be derailed by narrow personal interests or for perceived political gain.
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Region Cross Country went as predicted with both of the boys and girls both winning rather handily. The Boys were again led Jonah Schoppe who came in 2nd, a spot he has earned with 4 straight 2nd place finishes, Connor Anderson 3rd, Trenton Stowe 5th, Josiha Sarles 11th, Bostan Englestead 13th Eon Anderson 14th and Janzon Orton 15th. These seven will be the team that will be going to the State meet. The Boys had a great score of only 34 points in their win. Piute was second and Milford third and they will be also going to State. The Lady Cats are looking for fourth State championship in a row scored big at Region 20. For the second year in a row, Whittni Orton took 1st, follow by Catania Holman in 2nd, Dariy Frandsen in 4th, followed by MaKala Orton in 5th, Katlynn Brinkerhauf 12th, and Breanne Birch in 13th. The Ladies
came away with an unbelievable 24 points and they will be really tough to beat at state. Wayne will be the only other girls team to go to State Breanne Mooney who has been part of the schools 3 state victories had a bad leg but gutted it out at region only to fall a little short, she is a tough competitor. The State meet was held yesterday on Wednesday, at Sugar House Park, hopefully you heard the sirens last night. Pat and I are tripping and I am sending this letter from Yakama, Washinton. We hope to be in SLC on Wed. to watch the Cross Country Championships. Sorry about the many missed spelled names and there won't be a FYI column this week. Put on your bucket list, route 1 north out of San Francisco, the Avenue of the Giants and the mighty Redwoods on old route 101. Every child that is in school offers a promise.
October 23, 2014
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Chainsaws and a Lot of Hard Work Help to Restore a Watershed ESCALANTE RIVER peratures, and the ability of the past two years to hire, train, CANYONS - Down in the can- native fish such as the Flannel- and field Conservation Corps yon, the sound of chainsaws mouth sucker, Bluehead sucker, members and private contracechos in the chill morning air, and Roundtail chub to survive. tors to remove invasive RO on and supervisors move among Inevitably the land changes: the both public and private lands. Where removal has taken the Utah Conservation Corps plants, the animals, and even the Come on in to Royal’s on place, the results are notable in to monitor progress and safety- landscape itself. Several counties in Utah short order. -you can’t get complacent with “Already the cottonwood a chainsaw. It’s another day of are actively battling the infor our Russian olive removal along the vader. The Escalante River RO trees, willows and native grassEscalante River and its tributar- removal program is one of the es are breathing freer and growies, and the morning promises most successful in the state. ing. Our sincere thank you for to grow clear and hot. Another From the headwaters of Boul- your help in removing these der Mountain, down thru the invasive trees and allowing perfect day. The Escalante River Wa- slickrock canyons south to Lake everyone who hikes down this way to see the origtershed Partnership Bring your kids age 12 and under in to Royal’s...they must be dressed in inal natural beauty (ERWP) organizes of the canyon,” say woody invasive removal. costume to participate. Candy will be up and down all of the aisles for them Doug and Beverly Last year, ERWP Conto gather. Gather fast, don’t be last! Howland of Calf servation Corps crews Creek Ranch. removed 490 acres of There’s a lot Russian olive on pubmore work to be lic lands. This year, 64 done- several more Corps members and years of active RO leaders are targeting 400 removal, followed more acres for treatment R o y a l ’s F o o d To w n , 1 3 5 S . M a i n S t . , L o a by the need to an- removing trees with nually survey and chainsaws, and chemireturn to sites for cally treating exposed retreatment. But it’s stumps. It’s hard and dea battle being won. manding work, requiring The “old-timers” in hiking and camping in Escalante and Boulthe backcountry. Crews der recall when the work for eight days at a Escalante River and stretch in a backcounits tributaries were try setting--sleeping in clear and open to tents, cooking their own the skies, before meals--then trek out of the sage green Rusthe canyon for a six day sian olive stands break. The work schedWe need a strong, responsible, and experienced County choked the stream ule repeats until the cutbeds. And the reting season ends in early Attorney. One who lives in Wayne County and has the Photos by Bradley Kurtz ally old-timers can November. interests of Wayne County at heart. I am that person. A happy UCC crew member is ready to tackle remember when It’s easy to take some RO. those ‘CCC boys’ Russian olive removal (Civilian Conserpersonally. Day after day, Although IÕm running unopposed, I still need a majority of it’s a battle waged, and ground Powell, hundreds of acres of vation Corps) of the 1930s and voters to vote for me as your County Attorney. taken. There’s a sense of accom- Russian olive have been treated 40s came to the area to work on plishment as crews range further and removed -- nearly 60% of similar projects on the mountain Vote ÒYESÓ on November 4th! and further from the base camp to the known stands. Russian olive and down in the canyons. For reach remaining groves of trees, removal efforts were initially now, today’s Utah Conservation until finally it’s time to relocate spearheaded and led by Es- Corps will continue to fire up the camp closer to the work. Yet calante resident Bill Wolverton their chainsaws each fall mornin the noise, heat, and routine, one beginning around 1995, who as ing and make their way down can lose sight of “the why”. Why a park service ranger waged bat- the canyon, clearing the waterMy name is Sharon Erickson Torgerson. I am on the ballot for the Wayne County remove the Russian olive trees? tle against the species, both indi- shed. vidually and by leading dozens Created in 2009, the EsWhat harm are they doing? Assessor. I am a life-long resident of Wayne County. I live in Bicknell with my The story goes back de- of volunteer crews into the can- calante River Watershed Parthusband Kim and our two children. cades. In the 1930s, the Ameri- yon, clearing more than fifteen nership (ERWP), a coalition can West was suffering a period of miles of Escalante River cor- of private and public agencies, I have a total of nearly 10 years experience working for the Assessor’s / Motor Veof severe dust storms due to ridor of RO. Now, the Escalante groups, and individuals, is helphicle office. I have enjoyed working with Carolyn Moosman, who intends to retire extended drought and improper River Watershed Partnership ing restore the natural condisoon. farming methods. Loosened acts as a support organization tions of the Escalante River and topsoil whipped by heavy for RO removal for public and its watershed. I began my training to be an Assessor in January 2013, and will have completed all winds filled the skies, reaching private land owners in the Esof my educational training to get my Appraisers license by December 31, 2014. The as far east as New York City calante Watershed. Over $1.7M —Escalante River state sets the rules and regulations on appraisal licensing and requires a minimum and Washington, D.C. Federal in funds have been spent during Watershed Partnership of 2000 specific training hours on the job. I have and state agricultural agencies gone out in the field with an auditor from the Utah responded: Congress created the Soil Erosion Service, later State Tax Commission over the past year assessing renamed the Soil Conservation properties in Wayne County, and some in Utah Service, which became today’s County to complete my training. Natural Resources Conservation Service. The Civilian ConI enjoy working with the public and look forward servation Corps began planting to serving as the Wayne County Assessor in the nearly 200 million trees in an future. My door will be open to answer questions effort to break the wind and on how the properties have been assessed and to hold the soil in place. Trees--inanswer any questions you may have. cluding the hardy Russian olive species--were planted from the Thank you for your support. border of Canada to Abilene, Texas. That’s a lot of trees. Sharon E.Torgerson Eventually the drought Conservation crews battling Russian olive in the watershed ended and federal land pro- on many days find themselves working in and out of the waPaid for by Sharon E. Torgerson grams were successful. The ter. Here, a crew member works in Boulder Creek. millions of planted trees took root and secured the soil from wind and water erosion. Better Wayne County Republican Candidates farming methods were implemented and the crisis abated. Stan WoodÑCounty Commission Unfortunately, non-native Dennis BlackburnÑCounty Commission plant species such as Russian Ryan TorgersonÑCounty Clerk/Auditor olives had been introduced to LeEllen McCartneyÑCounty Attorney the fragile riparian areas of the Kurt TaylorÑCounty Sheriff American Southwest, and many Sharon TorgersonÑCounty Assessor of these thrived, out-competing local plants and vegetation. Colleen AllenÑCounty Treasurer Slowly, and then with gathering speed, they began to take over. Think of it as an alien inê We support the “Rule of Law.” vasion. The USDA and state of Utah lists Russian olive (sciê We believe government exits by the consent of the governed. entifically dubbed Elaeagnus ê We believe in private property rights. angustifolia) as an invasive species. When Russian olives ê We demand honesty, integrity, morality, and accountability from public officials. (“affectionately” dubbed RO, for short) move into a creek ê We support a strong National defense. or stream, they don’t just mix ê We recognize that government regulation can be a major impediment to productivity and competition. in with the cottonwoods and willows. They dominate. Heat ê We know that a strong, diversified economy based on a positive work ethic and a well trained and educated tolerant, drought tolerant, flood workforce will help Wayne County compete in the marketplace. tolerant, and with no natural predators, RO chokes out native ê We believe that is the responsibility of the States, as creators of the Federal Government, to keep federal species, and forms impenetrapowers within the limits set by the United States Constitution. ble thickets along stream banks. Productive pasture land can ê We are the party by the people and for the people. We appreciate the productivity of our citizens, affirm the become unusable, with irrigainfinite worth of all individuals, and seek the best possible quality of life for all of Wayne County. tion channels choked and livestock unable to reach needed sources of water. Open steams Vote RepublicanÉ.Your Wayne County Republican Candidates are become tightly enclosed, and Dedicated to Preserving Our Past While Securing Our Future once wide-ranging creek beds become confined and begin to channel deeper and deeper, afPaid for by the Wayne County Republican Party fecting water flow, water tem-
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TORREY - Lanell West Winkel, 75, of Torrey, passed away on October 18, 2014 surrounded by her family. Lanell was born on February 16, 1939 in Los Angeles California to James West and Unell Mixon. She married Thomas Ray Winkel on June 8, 1968 in the Oakland California LDS Temple. Lanell was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints. She is survived by her husband, Thomas; children; Tanya Renee, of Torrey, Thomas John of Martinez, CA, and Thys Hendrik, of Torrey. She is also survived a sister, JoAnn West, of Martinez, CA, and 4 grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Torrey LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call prior to services from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the Manti City Cemetery at 3:30 p.m. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www. maglebymortuary.com
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Sister Caroline Van Dyke TEASDALE - Caroline Van Dyke has been called to serve in the Alabama, Birmingham Mission, Spanish speaking, for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her farewell will be Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 10 a.m. Caroline is the daughter of David and Charlene Van Dyke of Teasdale, Utah.
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Conversations with a Few Area Horse Trainers Man has been inducing horses to carry them since ancient times. It is unclear when man first rode a horse, but it is believed to have occurred as early as 5000 years ago. A Greek named Xenophon (430ca 335 B.C.) wrote the first fully preserved manual on the riding horse. It is entitled "The Art of Horsemanship. " Xenophon differs from other ancient writers on the horse in that he urges his reader to know the horse's "psyche," its mentality. He knew that an animal which had confidence in the understanding and good will of its rider would more effectively respond to the commands of the rider. Xenophon encouraged a mutual respect between man and horse. So the adage, “the more things change, the more they stay the same” is as true today of the techniques used to train a horse as they were in times past. This month our column focuses on three horse trainers in our area. All of them were more than generous with their time, talking at length about their influences, experiences and methods even knowing that there would be only a paragraph or two in the resulting column. Chad Lyman, in Loa, has been training horses since he was 13 years old. His first serious attempt was on a little blue roan mustang that his Uncle Greg (Christensen) had. Knowing no other way, he used the old cowboy method: snubbing the horse to a sturdy post, getting it saddled, letting 'er buck and then mounting up and going. Shortly after this, however, Chad happened to see a video of Craig Cameron who trained horses in a round pen and whose motto was “Let the horse be the teacher.” Watching the way Craig handled his horses opened Chad's mind to a whole new way of thinking, so at 14, he bought panels from Arnold Alvey, built a round pen and hung up his shingle as a horse trainer using the methods this new generation of trainers had developed. His emphasis then and now is on solid ranchwork type horses with good minds and willing dispositions. Over the years Chad has worked with many horses, participated in a number of horse-training clinics, read books and watched videos to see how other people get the results they're after and conscientiously expanded his knowledge of horses, training, and ultimately, people. Just for fun, he has competed in Extreme Horsemanship Challenges in which the communication and trust between horse and rider is essential, and through the organization, Bethany's Gate, he gives clinics using horses and horse communication to teach veterans and others better communication skills. He enjoys starting his own colts and tak-
ing other people's horses for tune-ups or re-hab. West Taylor, of Fremont, is the practitioner of a more unusual method of starting a horse. He moved to his old family home in Fremont five years ago. Shortly after acquiring two BLM mustangs, he felt a calling to connect with horses on a more spiritual level but also with a practical foundation. Influenced by Clinton Anderson's emphasis on the spiritual aspects of horse-training, West has evolved a method for starting colts referred to as the “laydown”. This method has had such remarkable results that he has in the last six months taken it public and is being called on to give clinics demonstrating it. Essentially, over a period of several hours in which the horse has been induced to lie down, West desensitizes it by introducing a wide variety of stimuli in order to show the horse he doesn't need to react. The idea is to provide a safe environment in which the horse can deal with his fears and thus overcome his resistance to new or unusual things. Simultaneously the horse is being touched and petted and encouraged to relate to a person as a safe place to be. West says that working with horses has taught him “....not to over-react. Life will take care of itself if I stay centered and calm” and that most of his work is really with people showing them how to become better, more confident riders. His emphasis is on making good solid trail horses for the primarily recreational rider. He is currently working with a mustang that will compete after 80 days training in the 'Impact of the Horse' show in Heber, November 8. Dave Treanor of Escalante started working with horses as a teenager on his grandparents' ranch in Idaho. All his early training and work was based on the old-time 'rough-and-ready' methods. Later, when he was attending Ranching Vocational School in Southern California, and training competitive reining horses, he met his wife, Erin, who influenced him to consider some alternative ways of doing things. Dave named Tom and Bill Dorrance, Buck Branahan and Brian Newbert, among a number of others, that he watched and studied. Their methods, very similar to those of Chad Lyman's, are based on the idea that horses are intelligent, sensitive, animals keenly tuned into body language and herd dynamics and the best way to train is to use what the horse already has. Working in a round pen, being gentle and confident, teaching a horse to respond to subtle pressure cues, Dave has done remarkable work re-habbing “problem” horses. Today Dave works with all kinds of horses. While
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West Taylor. training the horse to have confidence in itself and in the rider, his focus remains on ranching and stock-work. Dave says, “A horse's first concern is to stay off the menu. The responsibility is ours to learn how to deal with them. Starting colts and fixing issues.....horses make me un- Dave Treanor. derstand people better.” Chad, West and Dave each serve our area with their own distinct brand of horse training methods and clinics. If you have a horse that you think might be aided by their
services, Dave can be contacted at 435-616-3045; Chad can be contacted at 435-491-0377; and West can be contacted at 435-836-2812.
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Bryce Valley Area News by Vicki D. Syrett 679-8687 or vickidiane36@hotmail.com
Not much news this week but enjoy what there is. Please take time to send in or call your news to me. Thanks. Sandy Johnson had the opportunity to help her daughter, Rachael Johnson Sheedy, celebrate earning her MBA! She and all of her daughters were in San Diego. They had fun shopping, shopping, eating and then more shopping!! Sandy said, "I'm a bit surprised there is anything left in the stores there!" Needless to say Sarah's car was packed for their trip home!! What a neat experience this was for the ladies: Esther Rigby,Rebecca Albrecht, Brady Sarah Bradshaw, Rachael Johnson Sheedy and Ruth Carter. And
of course mom Sandy Johnson. Country Music superstar Darrly Worley Live in concert 11/15/14 at World famous Ruby's Inn at the mouth of Beautiful Bryce canyon National park. Tickets are on sale now starting at only $10!!! visit www.rubysinn.com and get your tickets today!!! Well it is that time of year when the goblins, ghosts, and witches take to the streets and try to give you a big scare. They have so much fun and often forget to watch as they cross the streets in their excitement. Please be careful and watch for the trick or treaters on the 31st. There will be a Big Carnaval held at the El-
ementary school so come on out and enjoy the games, eats, and bake sale. Also after many parents have a Trunk or Treat in the parking lot for the kids. Only problem with that is that us older folks don't get very many trick or treaters and that
is so much fun for us to see the kids of all ages dressed up and having a fun night of it. Have a good week, enjoy the beautiful weather, and stay safe. Please send in your news or call me. Thanks VS
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The Wayne & Garfield County INSIDER
October 23, 2014
Wills, Trusts, and More
What is a Personal Representative? A personal representative is the person named in a Will to handle the Will-writer's property after death. It is the name of the person often referred to as an Executor or Administrator. The personal representative is in charge of winding up the deceased person's financial affairs. That means taking care of property, paying bills and taxes, and seeing that assets are transferred to their new rightful owners. If probate court proceedings are required, as they often are, the personal representative must handle them or hire a lawyer to do so. A personal representative doesn't need special financial or legal knowledge. Common sense, conscientiousness and honesty are the main requirements. A personal representative who needs help can hire lawyers, accountants or other experts and pay them from the assets of the estate. The person you choose should be honest, with good organizational skills and the ability to keep track of details Many people select someone who will inherit a substantial amount of their property. This makes sense because such a person is likely to do a conscientious job of managing your affairs after your death. He or she may also have knowledge of where your records are kept and an understanding of why you want your property left as you have directed. Whomever you select, make sure the person is willing to do the job. It is a good idea to discuss the position with the person you've chosen, before you make your Will. When it comes time, a personal representative can accept or decline the responsibility. Someone who agrees to serve can resign at any time. For this reason, many Wills name an alternate personal representative, otherwise a
by Jeffery J. McKenna court can appoint one. The main reason for serving as a personal representative is to honor the deceased person's request, but the personal representative is also entitled to payment. The exact amount is regulated can be affected by factors such as the value of the deceased person's property and what the probate court decides is reasonable. Often, close relatives and friends (especially those who are inheriting part of the estate) don't charge the estate for their services. Your personal representative will usually hire an attorney to assist with the legal documents needed for the estate administration. The personal representative should choose a lawyer that is capable of explaining the estate administration process. A lawyer may charge by the hour ($150-$250 is common), charge a lump sum, or charge a certain percentage of the gross value of the deceased person's estate. The lawyer’s fee is paid from the assets of the estate. The lawyer should relieve the personal representative of the responsibility of
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Attorney Jeff McKenna hiking with his son in Zion National Park
personally handling all the details and should help protect the personal representative from any liabilities associated with serving as personal representative. Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney, McKenna & Olmstead with offices in St. George and Mesquite. He is the former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions or topic you would like addressed in these articles, please contact him at jmckenna@barney-mckenna. com or (435) 628-1711.
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Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, Utah Tuesday, October 14, 2014 Receipts: 2,276. Last Week: 1,967. Last Year: 2,106. Feeder Steers: wts under 750 lbs 3.00-4.00 lower; over 750 lbs steady. Feeder Heifers: mixed but mostly 2.00-3.00 lower; except 550-650 lbs 1.00-2.00 higher. Holstein Steers: to few for comparison. Slaughter Cows: 2.00-3.00 higher, early, later steady. Slaughter Bulls: weak to 1.00 lower on similar kinds. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large Frame 2: 200250 lbs scarce; 250-300 lbs 345.00-372.50; 300-350 lbs 347.50-375.00; 350-400 lbs 297.50-330.00; 400-450 lbs 290.00-317.50; 450-500 lbs 270.00-298.00; 500-550 lbs 250.00-277.50; 550-600 lbs 242.50-267.50; 600-650 lbs 235.00-255.00; 650-700 lbs 230.00-250.00; 700-750 lbs 217.50-237.50; 750-800 lbs 210.00-230.00; 800-850 lbs 215.00-222.00; 850-900 lbs 215.00-221.00; 900-950 lbs 190.00-210.00; 950-1000 lbs 195.00-200.00. Holstein Steers: Large Frame 3: Bull Calves: scarce; 200300 lbs scarce; 300-500 lbs scarce; 500-700 lbs scarce; 700-900 lbs scarce; 900-1100 lbs scarce. Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large Frame 1-2: 200-250 lbs 317.00-335.00; 250-300 lbs 317.50-337.50; 300-350 lbs 302.50-322.50; 350-400 lbs 270.00-295.00; 400-450 lbs 260.00-285.00; 450-500 lbs 242.50-272.50; 500-550 lbs 245.00-262.50; 550-600 lbs 230.00-252.00; 600-650 lbs 222.50-245.00; 650-700 lbs 212.50-230.00; 700-750 lbs 210.00-225.00; 750-800 lbs 210.00-215.00; 800-850 lbs scarce; 850-900 lbs scarce; 900-950 lbs scarce; 950-1000 lbs scarce. Heiferettes: 85.00-153.00. Stock Cows: scarce. Slaughter Cows: Boning 80-90% Lean: 97.00-112.00; Breaking 75-80% Lean: 105.00-119.50, Cutter 85-90% Lean: 87.00-100.50. Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade 1000-1500 lbs pkg 120.00; 1500-1960 lbs 126.50-129.50, high Dressing to 136.00; Yield Grade 2 1000-1500 lbs 73.00-117.00 1500-18900 lbs 122.00-124.50; Feeder Bulls: 750-1815 lbs scarce. Source: USDA-Utah Dept. Of Agriculture Market News, Salt Lake City, UT (435-230-0402.)
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October 23, 2014
LEGAL NOTICES Garfield County General Election and Ballot Information 2014 General Election Information for Tuesday, November 4, 2014
The 2014 General Election is being conducted by mail. All eligible voters will receive their ballot in the mail. If you have not received your ballot by October 14th, please contact the County Clerk’s Office at 435-676-1163, 435-676-1100 or 435-676-1120. Please be aware that on Election Day there will be NO POLLING PLACE in your precinct. You may return your voted ballot by mail. Ballots must be postmarked by the day before the election (by November 3, 2014). OR You may drop off your ballot in person at the County Clerk’s Office, 55 South Main Street Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through election day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014. On Election Day the Clerk’s Office will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Shall Thomas R. Lee be retained in the office of the Justice of the Utah Supreme Court? Voter Registration Deadlines: You may register to vote in person at the County Clerk’s Office until Monday, YeS October 27, 2014. If you have questions or to check your registration status, please call the No Clerk’s Office at 435-676-1163, 435-676-1100 or 435-676-1120. Shall Gregory K. orme be retained in the office of the Judge of the Utah Court of Appeals?
oFFICIAL bALLoT GARFIeLD CoUNTY, UTAH TUeSDAY, NoVembeR 4, 2014
YeS No Shall michele m. Christiansen be retained in the office of the Judge of the Utah Court of Appeals? YeS No
COUNTY CLERK
INSTRUCTIoNS To VoTeRS: To vote for the candidate of your choice, completely darken the OVAL next to the candidate's name. To vote for a person whose name is not on the ballot, darken the OVAL next to "Write-In" and write in the candidate's name on the Write-in line. To vote on a measure, fill in the oval next to your choice. Use ballpoint pen with dark ink (not red). All distinguishing marks or erasures are forbidden and make the ballot void. If you tear, deface, or wrongly mark this ballot, contact the County Clerk's office or Poll Worker. VoTe LIKe THIS: Voting this Straight party Race is optional. It is permissible to vote for candidates of various political parties in this election.
LIbeRTARIAN pARTY
(LIB)
GARFIeLD CoUNTY ReCoRDeR-SURVeYoR
STATe RACeS
ATToRNeY GeNeRAL
(Vote for one)
(Vote for one)
W. ANDReW mCCULLoUGH
STRAIGHT pARTY
LeS bARKeR
(LIB)
GReGoRY G. HANSeN(CON)
SeAN D. ReYeS LeSLIe D. CURTIS
RepUbLICAN pARTY
(REP)
(REP)
JAmeS D. peRKINS (REP) JR.
GARFIeLD CoUNTY TReASUReR
UTAH STATe HoUSe oF RepReSeNTATIVeS DISTRICT 73
GINA peTeRSoN
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GARFIeLD CoUNTY CommISSIoNeR SeAT b UNITeD STATeS HoUSe oF RepReSeNTATIVeS SeCoND CoNGReSSIoNAL DISTRICT (Vote for one)
SHAUN mCCAUSLAND(CON) (IAP) WAYNe L. HILL (REP) CHRIS STeWART (DEM) LUZ RobLeS bILL bARRoN (UNA)
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LANCe JAmeS mILLeR(DEM) DAVID bURNeS TebbS(REP)
GARFIeLD CoUNTY ASSeSSoR (Vote for one)
Joe THompSoN
GARFIeLD CoUNTY ATToRNeY
GARFIeLD SCHooL DISTRICT RepReSeNTATIVe DISTRICT 4 (Vote for one)
KeNNeTH G. pLATT
GARFIeLD SCHooL DISTRICT RepReSeNTATIVe DISTRICT 5 (Vote for one)
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JUDICIAL ReTeNTIoN Shall Christine m. Durham be retained in the office of the (REP) Justice of the Utah Supreme Court? YeS No
(Vote for one)
Shall matthew b Durrant be retained in the office of the (REP) bARRY L. HUNTINGToN Justice of the Utah Supreme GARFIeLD CoUNTY CLeRKCourt?
AUDIToR
(Vote for one) CAmILLe A. mooRe
No Shall J. Frederick Voros, Jr. be retained in the office of the Judge of the Utah Court of Appeals? YeS No Shall Wallace A. Lee be retained in the office of the Judge of the District Court of the Sixth Judicial District? YeS No
mIKe mILeS mARK A. HUNTSmAN
LeLAND F. poLLoCK (REP)
FeDeRAL RACeS
YeS
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UTAH STATe boARD oF eDUCATIoN DISTRICT 14
(REP)
CoUNTY RACeS
DemoCRATIC pARTY
Shall James Z. Davis be retained in the office of the Judge of the Utah Court of Appeals?
(Vote for one)
(IAP)
SCHooL boARD
mICHAeL NoeL
YeS No
(Vote for one)
(Vote for one)
CoNSTITUTIoN pARTY (CON)
(REP)
GARFIeLD CoUNTY SHeRIFF
(DEM) CHARLeS A. SToRmoNT
INDepeNDeNT AmeRICAN(IAP) pARTY
Shall Stephen L. Roth be retained in the office of the Judge of the Utah Court of Appeals?
(REP)
meASUReS SUbmITTeD To THe VoTeRS
CoNSTITUTIoNAL AmeNDmeNT A Shall the Utah Constitution be amended to modify qualifications for members of the State Tax Commission?
FoR AGAINST
CoNSTITUTIoNAL AmeNDmeNT b Shall the Utah Constitution be amended to modify the term of office of a person appointed to fill a vacancy in the office of the Lieutenant Governor? FoR
AGAINST
CoNSTITUTIoNAL AmeNDmeNT C Shall the Utah Constitution be amended to authorize the Lieutenant Governor, State Auditor, and State Treasurer each to appoint legal counsel? FoR
AGAINST
YeS No
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INVITATION FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO BRYCE CANYON AIRPORT GARFIELD COUNTY, UTAH A.I.P. PROJECT NO. 3-49-0041-16-2014 Sealed bids for improvements to the Bryce Canyon Airport, A.I.P. Project No. 3-49-0041-162014, will be received by Garfield County in the County Offices, 55 South Main, Panguitch, Utah 84759 until October 28th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. MDT and then opened and read aloud. The work involved includes the following: SCHEDULE I SNOW REMOVAL EQUIPMENT BUILDING, INCLUDING SITE WORK SCHEDULE II BUILDING INTERIOR FINISHING SCHEDULE III BUILDING UPGRADES SCHEDULE IV APRON AREA LIGHTING For a complete set of Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents all purchases must be made through our website at www.armstrongconsultants.com. A digital copy may be downloaded for $50.00. A hardcopy may be purchased for $100.00 for each set. There will be no refunds. Each bid must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Cashier's Check in an amount not less than five percent of the total bid made payable to Garfield County, or by a Bid Bond in like amount executed by a Surety Company. The Bidder must supply all the information required by the proposal forms and specifications and he/she must bid on all items of every schedule. Garfield County reserves the right to waive any informality in or to reject any or all portions of the various bid items. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days from the opening thereof. A Pre-Bid meeting will be held at the Bryce Canyon Airport on October 21st, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. MDT. All bidders are advised to examine the site to become familiar with all site conditions. The proposed contract is under and subject to Executive Order 11246 of 24 September 1965, as amended and to the equal opportunity clause and the Standard Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Construction Contract Specifications, including the goals and timetables for minority and female participation. A Certification of Nonsegregated Facilities must be submitted prior to the award of the proposed contract, including any subcontracts in excess of $10,000.00. The proposed contract is subject to the provisions of Department of Transportation Regulations 49 CFR Part 26 (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Participation). Minimum wage rates as established by the Secretary of Labor are applicable to all schedules awarded for this project. Any questions regarding this project are to be directed to the office of Armstrong Consultants, Inc., Grand Junction, Colorado, (970) 242-0101, for interpretation. GARFIELD COUNTY, UTAH Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 9, 16 & 23, 2014
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PANGUITCH CITY On October 28, at 7:00 p.m. the Panguitch City Council will hold a meeting at 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, Utah, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing on the issues of: Panguitch City Ordinance NO. 2014-5 An ordinance providing for the establishment of a capital project fund - Panguitch City Swimming Pool. The hearing will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the city conference room, 25 south 200 east, Panguitch Utah 84759. All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard. Dated this 10th day of October 2014. Posted by order of the Panguitch City Council. Draft ordinance NO. 2014-5 is available for review at the Panguitch City Office at 25 South 200 East, Panguitch, Utah between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning October 14, 2014. Published in The Wayne and Garfield County Insider on OCTOBER 16 & 23, 2014
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WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Paraprofessional Wanted Wayne School District has a position for a paraprofessional at Wayne High School. Duties will include helping in the counselor office, adult ed, and other duties as needed. This position will be for 27 hours per week with no benefits. Questions can be answered by Mary Bray at 425-3411. Applications will be accepted until the close of business on Friday, October 31, 2014. Please send applications to Wayne School District, PO Box 127, Bicknell, UT 84715. Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.
Notom Apples Notom Fuji Apples Orchards open October 11. U-Pick $18/bushel. Bring own containers and ladders. For info call Kay Durfey 435 456-9132. 10/23
Panguitch City Part Time Librarian Panguitch City is hiring a part time position as Panguitch City Librarian. This is a part time position with no city benefits. Starting wage will be $9.00 to $12.00/hour. A more detailed job description is available at the city office. Applicants must be willing to become certified through the Utah State Library. Successful applicant will work under the general direction of the head Librarian. Applicants should turn in a detailed resume and workforce job application to the city offices (25 South 200 East P.O. Box 75 Panguitch, Utah 84759) by 5pm on November 5, 2014. It is projected that job will start ASAP. Applicants must be a Panguitch city resident or be willing to locate to Panguitch City immediately upon being hired. Applications are available at the Panguitch city offices and Job service. Panguitch is an equal opportunity employer and Panguitch City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Questions about the job should be directed to Lori Talbot or Kathy Talbot at city office or by calling 435-676-8585.
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WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Ticket Takers Wanted Wayne School District is accepting applications for ticket takers at all Wayne High School activities. Applicants need to be able to count money, fill out forms and know people in the community. The pay will be for $10 per hour and will be for all high school events. Contact Mary Bray at 425-3813 is you have questions. Please send applications to Wayne High School, PO Box 217, Bicknell, UT 84715. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014 at 3:00 P.M. Wayne School District is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. 10/30
SUNGLOW RESTAURANT Cook and Housekeeper The Sunglow Restaurant in Bicknell is looking for a parttime cook and also for part-time houskeeping staff. Stop by for an application. 10/30
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Expand the Family During "Adopt a Shelter Dog Month" SALT LAKE CITY - Utahans are encouraged to consider adding a new member to the family during "Adopt a Shelter Dog Month" in October. Carl Arky, director of communications with the Humane Society of Utah, says adopting a dog from your local animal shelter has benefits over going to a breeder, or a retail pet store. "First of all you're saving a life," says Arky. "If you purchase a pet from a breeder, that just perpetuates a system that produces more animals, and more animals, and more animals and a lot of those animals end up in animal shelters like ours, ultimately." Arky adds, shelter animals are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and usually cost just a fraction of what a purebred could cost if purchased through a breeder. Arky says the Humane Society of Utah has hundreds of dogs, cats, and other animals looking for new homes. He says about 10,000 animals are adopted through the organization each year. —Troy Wilde, Utah News Connection
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Practical Money Matters
Weigh 2015 Medicare Part D Advantage Plan Choices Carefully If you're currently enrolled in Medicare, what you do or don't do over the next few weeks could determine whether you can secure the best, most affordable coverage next year. Here's why: Medicare Part D prescription plans frequently change premiums, drug formularies, deductibles and copayment amounts for specific drugs from year to year. Medicare Advantage plans often make similar changes; plus doctors, hospitals and pharmacies may drop out of their preferred provider networks. Thus, by simply choosing the same options for 2015 without investigating alternatives, you could wind up paying hundreds or thousands of dollars more for similar healthcare services. Medicare's annual election period (a.k.a. open enrollment) to make coverage changes for 2015 runs from October 15, 2014, to December 7, 2014. For most people, this is the best – and sometimes only – opportunity to make coverage changes. (Exceptions are made for people who qualify for a special enrollment period – see "Medicare & You" at www.medicare.gov for details.) If you already have traditional Medicare Parts A and B, you needn't make any changes; however, if you also have Part D, you must either reenroll in your current plan or choose another. During open enrollment you can: • Switch from Medicare Parts A, B and D to Medicare Advantage or vice versa.
by Jason Alderman • Switch from one Advantage plan to another. • Switch from an Advantage plan offering drug coverage to one that doesn't or vice versa. • Join a Part D plan, switch from one plan to another or drop coverage altogether. Current Advantage plan enrollees can also use the Medicare Advantage disenrollment period (January 1, 2015, to February 14, 2015) to switch back to Medicare Parts A, B and D. However they cannot: • Switch from original Medicare to Medicare Advantage. • Switch from one Advantage plan to another. • Switch from one Part D plan to another. When choosing next year's Part D plan: • Carefully review your plan's "Annual Notice of Change" for substantive changes to premiums, deductibles, copayments, covered drugs, participating pharmacies, etc. • Notice whether they've changed copayments/coinsurance for your medications or possibly dropped some altogether. Ask your doctor whether comparable, covered drugs will work; otherwise you could pay much more next year. • Even if your plan hasn't changed substantially, it's still wise to use the Medicare Plan Finder at www. medicare.gov to compare all available plans. You'll be prompted to enter your medications and dosages. The calculator then ranks
plans by "star rating" and overall cost. • Note: The lowest premium may not be your best bet – sometimes plans with higher monthly premiums have a lower overall cost due to their more favorable deductible, copayment and coinsurance amounts. Medicare Advantage plans are HMO- or PPO-type alternatives to Medicare Parts A and B. Most cover drugs and some include extra benefits like vision and dental coverage at additional cost. They usually have lower deductibles and copayments but require you to use the plan's provider network. A few tips: • If your Advantage plan includes drug coverage, you don't need Part D. • Carefully review the "Annual Notice of Change" from your plan for any substantive changes. • Even if your plan hasn't changed substantially, you can use the same Medicare Plan Finder as above to review available plans. As with Part D plans, an Advantage plan with a lower premium might have a higher overall cost, due to various restrictions. Bottom line: Reviewing your Medicare options each year is complicated and timeconsuming. But if you don't and your plans change significantly, it could cost you a bundle next year. Jason Alderman directs Visa's financial education programs. To Follow Jason Alderman on Twitter: www.twitter. com/PracticalMoney.
Plenty of Buck Deer Brought Through Check Stations Rifle buck deer hunt runs through Oct. 26 If you have a Utah rifle buck deer permit, but you haven’t taken a buck yet, don’t give up. Based on the number of deer that were brought through Division of Wildlife Resources check stations during the opening weekend of the hunt, the number of bucks in Utah is similar to, or higher, than it was last fall. The DWR’s five regional wildlife managers are still gathering data from biologists who staffed the check stations, but preliminary findings indicate three things: the number of bucks taken was similar to, or higher, than it was last fall; the number of deer taken included a higher percentage of mature bucks; and the amount of fat the deer had on them— a vital factor in determining whether the remaining deer survive the upcoming winter—was really good. “As far as deer go, Utah is in a good place right now,” says Covy Jones, DWR regional wildlife manager in north-central Utah. “It looks like we might be reaping the benefits of habitat work that the agency and its partners started in Utah years ago.” Jones’ experience was similar to the experience other DWR regional wildlife managers had during the opening weekend. On Oct. 18, the day the hunt opened, Jones assisted biologists at a check station at Nephi. “The hunters we talked with,” he says, “even those who didn’t take a deer, were having a good time. They were seeing bucks and enjoying the weather.” The number of deer that came through the check station was up compared to the number that came through in 2013. On opening day in 2013, 13 deer were checked through the station. On opening day this year, 22 deer were checked. On opening day each year, most of the bucks hunters take are 1-year-old deer, also called yearlings. On open-
ing day this year, less than 50 percent of the bucks that came through the Nephi check station were yearlings. The remainder included 2-year-old deer and three big bucks that were at least 3 years old. On Oct. 19, the second day of the hunt, Jones worked with biologists at a check station outside of Santaquin. He was impressed by the amount of brisket fat he measured on the deer hunters had taken. “If a yearling has four millimeters of brisket fat,” he says, “that’s good. Some of the yearlings we checked at the station on Sunday had 12 millimeters of fat. That’s great for a deer that young. That much fat should help deer in the area make it through a normal winter.” Mangus says unseasonably warm weather over the opening weekend didn't get the deer up and moving for hunters. “But it made for really nice camping weather,” he says. Utah’s general rifle buck deer hunt runs through Oct. 26. All of the permits for the hunt have been taken. In southwestern and south-central Utah, DWR Regional Wildlife Manager Teresa Griffin says plenty of deer were checked at check stations in southwestern and south-central Utah. She says most of the deer had plenty of fat. “Lots of green vegetation is still available for the deer,” she says, “so they’ll be able to put even more fat on before winter hits.” Griffin worked at a check station in Washington County on Oct. 19. She says she checked more mature 4-point deer than young spikes. And while working in the northern part of the region on Oct. 18, she helped check a deer that had a 30-inch antler spread. Taken on the Pine Valley unit (Unit 30), the big buck sported 9 points on one antler beam and 6 points on the other. “We’re working to confirm this,” she says, “but we’ve also received reports
that a buck with a 39-inch antler spread was taken on the Zion unit [Unit 29].” —Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
October 23, 2014