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Show Wednesday, April 3, 1 974 THE PARK pity WILDLIFE REPORT protection, many tortoises were taken for the pet trade, resulting in almost complete decimation of the population in certain areas. Most western states offer similar protection and also prohibit importation and exportation. 1971 AMNESTY FOR TORTOISE OWNERS The Division of Wildlife Resource has issued an offer of amnesty to those people who have a desert tortoise in their possession. The desert tortoise has been protected by state law since May 1971. A1 Heggen, the Divisions research chief, said persons can turn the desert tortoises in to assist in a reestablishment project. Regional offices or conservation officers can verify species and accept the Utah native species. Tortoises will be. accepted April 1 through 30. The reptiles will be stocked in areas from which they have nearly been eliminated in Washington County. Before the Following the amnesty period, enforcement activity will resume in areas of the state where desert tortoise occur, according to Division Law Enforcement Chief John Nagel. cuimoK WALLEYE EGG Page TAKING con- tain fisheries biologists have begun collecting walleye eggs on the Provo River, according to After the eggs are collected they are taken to the Springville Charles Thompson, fisheries manager for the central region. The purpose of the program is to increase the walleye population in Utah Lake. This is the second year that eggs have been collected although fish have been planted in the lake in the past, said Thompson. Biologists plan to collect approximately 300 females for the egg taking process. With 300 females, we should be able to collect our goal of 20 to 30 million said Blaine Utah State University student, Eric Coombs, who is eggs, studying the desert tortoise with Division and Bureau of Land Management funds, proposed the program to restock areas with tortoises now being held as pets. explained that about 100,000 eggs can be taken from each female. We measure the number of eggs collected on a scale," said Dabb. W'e have A learned that a quart of eggs BEGINS Division of Wildlife Resources Dabb, fisheries biologist in the central region. Dabb approximately An I CLOSED I TIL ! 1 A I I yjlk i APRIL i i 3 1 SJ , I ANNUAL 8 ' MAIN Street )f!ARKC i Martinez and I Park City's only THRIFT STORE attempted robbery was thwarted by the Park City Police Department on Tuesday, March 26th. At 1:08 AM, Officers Crowley jtJIII'HIIIIIIOIIIIIillllllUIIIIHIIIillUHIIIIIIintUIIHIIimilUllg 1 the Shoe Fits Steal It Hatchery where they are incubated in large bottles. Dabb said that a 50 percent hatch is expected. They will be returned to Utah Lake as fry. "Last year we put approximately 10 million fry back into the lake," said Thompson. It will take about three years for the fry to show' up in the lake. When they do, we can evaluate the program and the survival rate of the fish. In four or five years they should contribute substantially to the creel . j SIPMM SALE! If 150,000 eggs." 1 1 I ? i Upstairs from Just Rings g MiiniiiiiiiiiniiuiiiiiiioiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiit4 prehended a suspect in the process of removing tennis shoes Wolfes from storeroom, located behind Adolphs Restaurant. suspects car was in Adolphs spotted The parking lot by the two were found on the front seat of the car and in the trunk, which was open. The suspect is presently incarcerated in the Coal ville jail . , 649-959- 2 r Restaurant The very finest in CONTINENTAL CUISINE From our specially prepared Rack of Lamb to succulent Roast Duck, you'll enjoy a rare experience in dining pleasure. Your host, Mr. Adolph Imboden prepares each dish as if you were his only guest. Come and enjoy. Adolph's is a must for every visitor to Park City! NORDICA BOOTS APPEARING NIGHTLY 25 OFF Tom Distad Vocal and Instrumental ivi Magic'' yv WHERE ELSE? NEXT TO THE GONDOLA AT THE RESORT CENTER 649-985- 2 and wine service at your pleasure. Open 6 pm to 10:30 pm daily except Tuesdays Located at the bottom of town, across from the Conoco Station. Mini-bottl- e of- ficers during a ormal patrol. Pilfered shoes NOW IN PROGRESS! on skis, boots & clothing ap- |