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Show WEEKLY REFLEX-D- VIS NEWS JOURNAL. MARCH 4. 1979 A ' $ " Kliew roQ The Manti Mountain grudgingly gave up over 100 of her majestic elk to an effort which will establish a new herd in a po- tentially productive and previously unused piece of winter range. But the mountains let go only after a week of hard work by Utah Division of Wildlife Resources personnel, eight hours of helicopter roundup efforts and untotaled man hours. FOLLOWING careful observations and planning, management agencies M. Georgia Motta, Layton, left, and Mrs. Betty Kasting, volunteers at St. Roy, Benedicts Hospital, compile names of prospective donors to help sponsor Hi Fever FOLLIES Follies. Proceeds from Hi Fever Follies, a musical variety show to be staged in September by St. Benedicts receive We are finding people enthusiastic about helping us, said Mrs. Rudd, pointing out the communitys desire to have the Radiation Therapy Center for treatment of cancer. She said volunteers going out asking for donations have been oriented concerning the need for the center. STUDIES SHOW there are approximately 300 Northern Utah residents needing radiation therapy. Currently these patients, many of them critically ill, are forced to make frequent trips to Salt Lake City, or when too ill to travel, must forego treatment or obtain housing in Salt Lake Hospital volunteers, will go to the new Radiation Therapy Center for treatment of cancer. VOLUNTEERS are now seeking sponsors for the show which is scheduled for Sept. 16, 17, and 18, according to Mrs. Marian Adams, president of the volunteer auxiliary. She said proceeds this year will go toward the new Radiation Therapy Center to be constructed as part of the new St. Benedicts Hospital at 5300 South 500 East. COST OF construction and radiation equipment for the center is estimated at $710,000. It will be the first er cancer treatment City. center between Salt Lake City and Pocatello, Ida. VOLUNTEERS ARE now canvassing local firms and' industries for sponsors for the show. Donations will go into a Follies Fund to bring a professional director from Cargill Production, Inc., New York City, along with script, costumes and music. Date for to introduce the a kick-of- f director will be announced later by Mrs. Marilyn Crim and Mrs. Gloria Johnson, cochairwomen of the Follies. A goal of $10,000 in donations to sponsor the show has been set, according to Mrs. Joan Rudd and Mrs. Phyllis Macdonald, for advertising. Volunteers are being aided by the Volunteer Program Committee of the complimentary tickets to the Follies. . The Radiation Advisory Committee of the Weber Basin Health Planning Council in an earlier study stated that, The distance not only places a hardship on those patients forced to travel, but it also jeopardizes the close n relationship so necessary when treating cancer patients. THE STUDY concludes that Northern Utah cancer patients and physicians would be best served by a radiation therapy facility in the area. Because of the great need, St. Benedicts made application to construct the facility as a 3600 square foot addition to the new hospital. The cost is estimated at $385,000 for construction, with an addipatient-physicia- tional $325,000 needed for sophisticated radiation equipment. APPROVAL FOR the center has been received from the Weber Basin Health Planning Council and the Utah State Comprehensive Health Planning agency. The center is scheduled for completion in the fall when the new St. Benedicts Hospital receives its first patients. hospitals Advisory Board, who have helped set up canvassing procedures. con- cerned about the animal populations and range conditions of the area, determined that the elk herd on Horn Mountain, one of Utahs largest and most popular, was becoming too large for the area to support properly. At the same time, some 60 miles to the north, a winter range well capable of maintaining a significant elk herd was not being utilized by livestock nor by wildlife to any desirable degree. The decision was made to transplant a part of the Horn Mountain herd. The decision was based on the Divisions philosophy of maximizing the resources and expanding them where possible, as well as the statewide effort to conserve all public resources while maintaining their usability. THE PUBLIC was given the opportunity to present their feelings on the project at regularly scheduled Wildlife Board meetings. The idea was favorably accepted almost without exception. Anyone who has ever hunted elk can tell you that the elks habits do not include an overabundance of cooperation, at least not with the human species of the animal kingdom. That being the case, and with due consideration given for the animals strength and native instincts, the Division, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service, prepared a circular trap with a winged corridor on the south Horn at the head of the North Dragon. THE TRAP CONSISTED of a fenced circle approximately 50 feet in diameter, formed by wooden planks eight feet high and held in place by wire and heavy support poles. The holding pen, on one side, narrowed into a shoot which allowed the men to restrain the animals while they were marked, tagged and biological information gathered. The shoot led to a metal loading ramp and transport truck, which was covered with canvas to prevent the elk from seeing out and thus attempting to escape. The corridor leading to the corral was made of wire fencing and shaped like a It was designed to lead the animals gradually into the trap where, after they entered, the large wooden slat gate was closed and secured. V. . SPONSORS WILL be acknowledged in ads in the media. They will also have their names on display in the hospital cafeteria and will THE CONSTRUCTION of the trap required approximately 29l2 man-day- s in the execution and 37 working man-day- s of the roundup. The project cost about $6,450, including slightly more than $900 for the two helicopters involved with herding the elk from the mountain top into the trap. Flying to the south and east of the trap location, the choppers attempted their first roundup, gathering animals together. It was unusual the way the first group splintered away in small groups as they were pushed toward the trap, said Jim Bates, Southeastern Region Game Manager and project leader. Bates continued, By the time we got the group near the trap sight, there we so few animals left together that it wasnt worth pushing them in. The group landed and discussed strategy. 200-pl- ON THE SECOND effort of the day, prevailing weather conditions- -a cloudless sky and very little snow-we- re just right for taking pictures but not good for herding elk. But in spite of the disadvantage to the pilots and Division efforts, a second group of almost 200 animals was located about five miles north of the trap sight. With more difficulty than is usually experienced when good snow cover is on the ground, the chopper pilots managed to herd the group off the cap, down the side of the mountain, across the foothills, keeping them out of the small drainages leading back to the higher ground they prefer, and eventually into the trap. Clay Jensen, instructor in small COMMENTING on the drive. Bates said, We accomplished our objectives and, all in all, it went better than I expected. There was no snow and you cant control elk under those conditions. He further stated that the pilots had done a good job. One hundred and nine elk, mostly calves and yearlings, were eventually trapped, tagged, marked with identifying collars (a few with radio transmitters for future research work) and released in the new herd location. The animals were released in Willow Creek where they will be able to utilize the winter range between Price Canyon and Willow Creek. Also, he has had some out- standing 10 million teachers and members of state and local conservation groups are expected to take part in the MORE THAN students, drainage ditches until wetlands cover just a fraction of the area they once occupied. nationwide observance from March 14 through 20, according to Thomas L. week-lon- g advanced techniques next quarter including forging metal and raising. LOOKING There are about 20 varieties of wetlands, including marshes, swamps, river del- Kimball, executive vice president of the National tas, Wildlife Federation, the 3.5 million-membconservation education organization that sponsors the event each year with its state affiliates. estuaries, prairie potholes, lakes, streams, river er bottomlands and farm ponds, Kimball pointed out. Nearly every part of the country has wetlands of one kind or another. Wetlands are a priceless and irreplaceable part of our national heritage, said Kimball. They are important not only to wildlife but to man. They support a vast range of plants and wildlife, they aid in the natural purification of our water supplies, they provide unique scenic and recreational areas and a good part of our food supply. ALTHOUGH THE definition of wetlands has varied over the years, the U. S. Soil Con- servation Service once estimated the original natural wetlands of the 48 mainland states at 127 million acres. Another federal agency, the Fish and Wildlife Service, estimated in 1956 that at least 45 million, or more than 35 percent, of these acres had been drained, filled or otherwise destroyed. "THE PROBLEM with our wetlands, Kimball is that some tinued, con- week-Mond- cellent. IT MEANS their reproduction rate is stabilizing the herd. John also indicated the reasoning behind transplanting mostly calves and younger animals was that these age groups have a better tendency to remain in the area in which they were released. That will help insure the total success of the project, he said. Computerized Income Tax Service Coupon worth $5 on Income tax March 10, 1976-- Home Appointments Monday-Saturd- prepasatlon--Explre- s habitat has been a major factor in lengthening out lists of threatened and endangered species, said Kimball. We must preserve what is left and manage these precious areas in a responsible way. Everyone has a stake in saving our wetlands and that is why we chose this years theme. ON THE positive side, noted that about will be Fauves Matisse and the and Impres- sionists. Students who have taken Tony Rasmussens Beginning Painting class may be interested in seeing these films since the Impressionists used pointillism, a technique similar to the study in pointillism assigned to the beginning painting students. Past Chairmen, Department of Art, University of Utah, which just The exhibit of ended at the Center, was one' of the most popular ever THE OPENING reception for the next exhibit, the Davis County Competition Show, will be on Sunday, March 7, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Center. The public is invited. The Davis County Competition Show will run through April 18. SPRING QUARTER art classes will be starting the week of March 22. is now being accepted. Class schedules will be sent on request. n Kens V : ESTAURANT 166 South Fort Lane Shopping Center UVV Sal-- ,, Open 7 A.M. to 10 P.9L, Monday thru Sundays I A.M. to 3 P.M. Dinner No. 2 Denim continues its popularity. The cut, accessories and construction of the garment makes it appropriate for that certain . Chow Mein Fried Rice Fried Shrimp 4- - jU La Reg. $3.00 occasion. Customer sati sfeefton is first with us . .. 0 Because You Our Customers Have Asked For It We Are I I ATURDAV The Utah affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation is the Utah Wildlife and Outdoor Federation. Recreation and display Program materials are available I I I Yes--0- ur SAM YOUNG SAYS... WeaOlSBMafliOlFr Cratnlj businessamal we will WOr-- k very hard to give SERVICE AKD PARTS DEPARTMENTS Are open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EVERY SATURDAY yoube best possible DECEIVING They look like such a happily married couple, John. "You cant go by looks, dear. They probably say the same about us. to be dealer n.itheservice area'.' I ii $5 COUPON- from his Fireplace. HE BUILT A STOVEI Now someone else has done something!! It LOWER PRICE .- -a- Was 289.95 Contact Dean K. NOW $1I QQ95 Johnson-376-44- 41 99 65 King Street, Layton, after 5 p.m. p 1 They built a FIREPLACE FURNACEI Easy to Install 394-827- 485-212- i i0 years ago, Benjamin Franklin did something when he could not get enough heat INSTALL A 453 West 500 S., Bountiful 1 2 SLC Ogden i FIREPLACE OWNERS Heat Mlzer FIREPLACE FURNACEI ay I I I I I I I I I I I service, H's ourgosi Two hundred gets more heat from a fireplace while saving energy and money!! When are you going to do something?? Now?? Help 0 I preserve wildlife habitat, the key to wildlife survival. 777-642- I I I That first observance emphasized the need to 825-50- A Chinese Combination Fashion also sponsored by the through local organizations or through the Utah Federation. Interested parties should contact David H. Wallace, President, 1073 North 450 West Sunset, Utah 84015, or call at 5 (home) or (work). - Layton National Wildlife Federation. 22 The 1976 campaign to save ART FILMS scheduled for Wednesday, March 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Davis Complex, presented. Over 800 people visited the gallery during the show, including groups of art students from Weber State College, Brigham Young University, Viewmont, Bountiful and Woods Cross High schools. Many visitors returned two and three times. Mr. Rasmussen, director of the Center, said of the show, There is a great deal of planning and effort involved in presenting the exhibits at the Center. It is very gratifying to us when the community supports our efforts by attending the exhibits. TRY OUR DELICIOUS D. Kim-ba- ll million acres of wetlands are now being preserved by the federal and state governments the near future, since Clay Jensen will be moving to Berkeley in the fall to attend the University of California at and Berkeley pursue graduate studies in sculpture. ALSO, THE Center maintains an open studio policy for the jewelry making studio: students are welcome to come The transplant was part of the Divisions efforts to produce more opportunities for Utah sportsmen while conserving and utilizing the states resources at maximum levels. start a Revolution to get more fireplace heat. 292-57- 12 ........ The steady loss of wetlands ays in on their own time, whenever the office is open, to use the tools and equipment. The Center invites those interested in small metals and jewelry making to take advantage of the unique talents of this young man in BREAK SEE... TMflW! 9 of its marshland, according to an Protection Environmental and estimate; Agency Louisiana is losing 16.5 square miles of marshland per year. but way, he observed, much more needs to be done. UACATlOn TO HAWAII 9-- thirds We are making some head- WIN A With Your TAX lost two and private organizations. 5 COUPON 1938, CALIFORNIA HAS already to The summer session will be condensed in time, but will meet twice a and Saturdays. Clays excited about the possibilities for summer quarter, noting there should be a very good atmosphere for working-t- he art Center will be quite active and there is the possibility of working outside. Roosevelt proclaimed the first National Wildlife Week in forever. forward summer quarter, Clays class will be in jewelry-makin- g available for University of Utah credit for non-da- y students and teacher recertification. Rodney John, Division of Wildlife Resources Big Game Supervisor, indicated that the Hom Mountain herd was doing very well. The data collected from the transplanted animals showed a calf to cow ratio of 68 calves per 100 cows. Thats ex- PRESIDENT Franklin this students quarter. Under Clays direction, some new equipment, new tools and a new anvil. Some of the advanced students are going to try more THERE IS GOOD quality winter range there and at present, it is not being used at all, Bates said. The transplant will utilize that range and will also establish a new elk herd. wetlands in an encore of an earlier observance, for in 1955 the poster theme was Save Americas Wetlands. Twenty years later conservationists are still struggling to save these priceless natural areas. jewelry CLAY IS enthusiastic about the way things are going at the Center. He feels it has been a very interesting quarter. The class is increasing in popularity and Clay has had a very good enrollment. -- pending another land inventory, there are no precise figures on what has happened to the remaining 82 million acres. But it seems safe to assume after 23 more years of intensive development, particularly in coastal areas, that more than half of the original wetland area has been lost metals: making, will be starting his third quarter on the Bountiful Art Center staff. What the gentlemen in Congress appear to need is exercise in reducing. Times-Stars, Cincinnati. developers regard them as wastelands, to be drained or filled and improved with buildings. We have bulldozed them and scarred them with Clay Jensen, jewelry instructor at the Bountiful Art Center works on one of his projects. JEWELRY MAKING THEY DO Save Our Wetlands will be the theme for the 39th annual National Wildlife Week. 4 lister Chsrcs Butk hnerictrd CHEVROLET 646 North Main St., Layton Phone 376-123- 4 or 825-224- 8 i |
