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Show aT Re ign Channam “Heber Valley.. For many, that means getting out to their favorite haunts, whether it’s The Courier’s 1st Annual Spring Rec. Guide to Wasatch County t’s that time of year when bliss- the best river’s in Utah to fish,” Says Dean Childs, owner of Wasatch Custom Angling Products and a frequent fisherman on the Provo River. fully warm days are followed by a half-foot of snow. While spring usually comes a little later to Brown mountain places like the\ Heber Valley, it’s still time to think about some ways to get out and enjoy t weather. With the _ upcoming ‘Olympics, Wasatch County is becoming known as a winter wonderland. We take a predominate fish although a few rainbow trout are likely to be caught as well. Childs uses midges and mayflies to fish (catch and release) this area. “The fishing this time of the year is great because there is less pressure from rather than diving into the chilly, rushing waters, perhaps a day of quiet bird watchingi is for you. Paul _Grindrod.. horseback ridAnd for “Also, Golden Eagles, Prairie Falcons, Osprey’ s and there i iS a pOssibility of viewing a Peregrine Falcon or two,” Grindrod added. Visitation to the migration monitoring area is welcomed and encouraged. Hawk watch also offers field. trips open to the public. For more information about HawkWatch you can call 484-6808 or log onto their Web site at www.hawkwatch.org. Hittin’ the Trails But-for the beginner looking to give it a try or the family on vacation in Wasatch County, The Homestead Resort also offers their own riding program. Beginning in May, riders of all ages can go on 1 or 2 hour guided rides through Wasatch Mountain State Park. The “easy” trail will offer the novice a hands-on lesson on handling a horse as well as spectacular mountain views. “We usually get people on vacation,” Richardson said, “but we get a _ few local people.” -hour ric shears tsincarainatrts tienen inti ttaaai inact ing and backyard barbecuing. the If you prefer observing nature look at four of the most basic below: fishing, bircé watching, are other fisherman and the trout are very active due to the cold water.” But the area still offers a wide range of fair weather activities. trout seen. Sweninson’s Hawks should show up pretty soon and later in the season you will see Sharp-Shinned Hawks, and Cooper’s Hawks,” Grindrod said. te Dutch Canyon, Daniels Canyon or around Strawberry. “There’s a lot of trails you can go on around here if you own your own horses,” says Katie Richardson, who works in The Homestead Resort’s activities center. “You can basically go anywhere.” recipesSirs | iba fe ae and bar . becuing. For anyone who is new to 1D agies, dild \ the art of outdoor grilling, or who _ Tal Hawks, are fre has tried it with mixed success, the quently site offers some basic tips. ek include: ol hours Baers you Sook 6on i Make sure the meat is me . pote genet ct seasoned. Use a store bought marinade orae 8ueeon you |