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Show L Inside OUTDOORS EDITOR: NOEL NASH Fishing report, C4 CI THE DAILY HERALD (www.HarkTheHerald.com) 0 MAY 16, 2002 THURSDAY, ?ftmW Lt3?dsdd Don Allphin Utah Lake often proves dangerous Utah boasts unparalled climbing opportunities : o By JOHN BEST Herald Correspondent The insight of author J.R.R. Tolkien, who said, "Not all who wander are The recent boating accilost," becomes a motto for dent that claimed the life of rock climbers in Utah, who believe their wanderings up one person and threatened lives two of others steep, jagged ledges and the over large, challenging should stand as a stark boulders are all a part of reminder of the importance of boating safety on Utah finding who they really are The sport of rock climb Lake. I Dennis Harris, ing is reaching new heights across Utah and the world Spokesman for the Utah adventure seekers are as Sheriffs County department talked with me finding that dangling from cliffs 100 feet high offers about some of the many g some unique and to inherent this dangers rewards. unpredictable body of to local According water. climbers, the sport is an "People assume that adrenalin rush, a thrill, a because the lake is so shallowthat they can take way to overcome fears, a r physical challenge, great chances with exercise, a way to relax and The facts are equipment. enjoy nature and a way to that because the lake is discover who you are. even becomes it shallow, Climbers in central Utah more dangerous than if it are the envy of climbers more had depth, Harris around the world. That's said. - Some people believe that because of the variety of excellent opportunities that Cne bottom of Utah Lake is can transport a climber from a flat bowl, with most, if busy downtown to the soliriot all, of the lake maintude of a towering quartzite relative same the taining rock ledge in a stunning depth. Anglers and pleasall in less canyon setting ure boaters that have used than 10 minutes. The opporthe lake for years know this is simply not true. Like tunity to explore the vertical world from boulders the size most other lakes, there are and contours to the humps See CLIMBING, C2 bottom. the " "There are spots in take that appear to be cfeep but are actually very shallow," continued Harris. "In a wind, these areas become extremely dangerous because if a craft were to get stuck in the mud or have anchor problems and turn the By JOHN BEST wrong direction, the Herald Correspondent waves could swamp the boat in no time at all." UTAH LAKE Utah's Harris recommends boat being certain your craft is only show begins this weekend before headat Utah Lake State Park, ing out of the harbor. Safety equipment such as offering anyone interested a life jackets, proper great opportunity to not only see, but to test new anchors, throw rings, fire a boating options oars, extinguisher, and even a cell phone are Sponsored by Utah State Parks, the Coast Guard Auxmusts. , "Be sure you don't put iliary and nearly 20 boat and marine product dealers, in the boat iiore weight this boat show offers a great than it is rated for," Harvariety of displays for boatris warned. "Each year ing enthusiasts. The second drown because people annual show begins Friday their boats are overfrom noon-- 8 p.m. It continloaded and they haven't ues Saturday from 10 a.m.-- 8 taken proper safety preand concludes on Sun p.m. the time cautions. By JOHN BtSTThe Daily Herald Hold on tight: Josh Lock of Breckinridge, Colo., at left, climbs up a sheer cliff in Rock Canyon, one of 300 possible climbs in the heart-poundin- Above, Jared Badger of Springville, in his first year of rock climbing, tackles Devil's Kitchen in Rock Canyon. "It's natural to want to climb rock in Utah," Badger said. Utah Lake to host annual boat show sea-wort- first-han- d. paradise. rock-climbin- g sub-pa- day from noon-- 6 p.m. The entrance fee is only the cost of admission to the park, which is $7 per car. "This year's show is also a launch for Safe Boating Week, which has been declared by proclamation by Governor Mike Leavitt," said Ted Wooley, boating coordinator for the Division of State Parks. "In conjunction with Safe Boating Week, the Coast Guard Auxiliary will be conducting boating safety ramp checks at no charge at Utah Lake State Park during the boat show. The Coast Guard and Utah State Parks will both have booths at the show See BOATING, C2 " ' mm. - I. ii ill "in 6 . rt?i? . .... JOHN BESTThe Daily Herald On the water: One of the many boating pleasures is enjoying the scenic beauty of geological wonders that are accessible in Utah only to boaters. Utah Lake State Park will host an boat show this weekend. they realize the problem, it's too late." DON'S SOAPBOX: Why is it that Utah Lake doesn't have warning buoys )r markers posted around Bird Island? Even when the island is visible, wave action obscures many of the most dangerous reefs. With the huge number of boats using the lake today, how can State Park officials sleep at night knowing of this threat to boating J Safety? Excuses for lack of action range from not having enough money in fiie budget, to the fear of vandalism of such markers or beacons by gverzealous anglers wanting to protect their secret oney holes. The managers of Utah Lake should be embarrassed to use either of these excuses for allowing Qus threat to go Unchecked. And the public should not allow officials to ignore the problem any longer. You can reach Don All- phin at donbasswest.com or 377-711- QUICKSH0TS NEWS & NOTES BIRD WATCHERS: Great Salt Lake Audubon invites bird watchers to its 20th annual Basin and Range weekend seminars, scheduled June 1-This seminar series brings together students of nature, professionals and the general public for field studies in the Great Basin at the U.S. Forest Service Campground at Oak Creek Canyon in central Utah. Formal classes will be held all day Saturday and Sunday morning. Participants will have an opportunity to understand the unique basin and range ecology that sustains much of the West. Relationanimals, ships among plant humans and the physical characteristics of mountains, deserts, and ancient seas will be highlighted. life, Participants may accompany classes in instructors for three-hou- r of sessions three the (two Satany urday, one Sunday). A potluck dinner is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, followed by an informal This activity is designed to promote camaraderie and the exchange of ideas among participants as well as the faculty. Level of instruction is suitable for anyone with sincere interest in learning more about our environment. All persons attending will be expected to participate fully in the seminars. Parents are required to supervise their children, with all participants being at least 6 years of age. Tuition for the seminar is $25, $15 for senior citizens over 65. Children under 13 may attend free with a parent's supervision. Registration deadline is May 27. Class choices are honored on a first-com- e, first-serve- d basis. For additional questions or to register, call Keith Johnson at (801) 467-649- ISLAND GETAWAY: Antelope Island State Park visitor center is now open from 10 a.m.-- 6 p.m. with the bookstore open until 5:30 p.m. To reach Antelope Island State to exit 335 (SyraPark, take cuse- Freeport Center) and travel west on Antelope Drive to the entrance station. Park fees are $8 per vehicle or $5 For more for bicyclists and walk-ininformation, please contact Antelope Island State Park at (801) s. 773-294- WILDLIFE ISSUES: Hunters and wildlife enthusiasts are encouraged to discuss several wildlife issues on 6:30 p.m. May 28, beginning at in Springville Junior High School, located at 165 S. 700 East in Springville. Several proposals discussed could be in effect through the 2004 hunting seasons as the Division of Wildlife Resources expects Utah to establish a three-yea- r Proclamation. Upland Game the meetings, the public will hear presentations about the proposals and may ask questions and provide its input and suggestions. RAC citizen representatives will take the public input received to the Utah Wildlife Board when it meets June 11 in Vernal to approve At Utah's next Upland Game Proclamation. Two sandhill crane hunting propos als will be presented by the DWR. One proposal would continue hunting in the three northern Utah counBox Elder, Cache and Rich ties where hunting is currently allowed. A second proposal would add a fourth area in the Uintah Basin. In either case, not more than 110 permits would be offered. For more information, call the nearest DWR office, or the division's Salt Lake City office at (801) 5384700. OUT ON THE WEB Rock climbing moves and tips http:chvc2.netfirms.comclimb. htm Bouldering site http:www.freehueco.com NEXT WEEK Only two of the five women who reached the peak of the world's second-talles- t mountain lived to tell about it, and both died on climbs soon after. American Christine Boskoff plans to become the third. |