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Show May 27, 1 (Slc 976 WILDLIFE REPORT y STATE DIVISION OF WILDUFE RESOURCES -- Its been a long, coldwinter for the throngs of Utah fishermen who have been waiting since last November for this weekends 1976 fishing season waters opener. here. Call the Divisions regional offices for informatioa Well, finally, its The general fishing season opens statewide, Saturday, May 29. The angling will begin at 5 a.m. (Daylight Savings Time) and will keep the hordes busy until 10 p.m. The regular season remains open until November 30. General Conditions Prevailing conditions throughout the state vary from one area to the next; but in general, the prospects for the 1976 opener appear to be favorable for most anglers. The Northern Region re. ports indicate expectations for a good to better opening weekend. Snow pack is above .'normal but still well below last years record depths. That will provide more access than usual for the high lake areas. Northeastern Region fishing prospectscall for somewhat less fishing pressure than last year due to the relative decline in fishing during the 1975 season. Most streams are expected to be high and roily for the opener. Fishing will probably be limited to lakes and control led ss suc-'ce- streams below in lower elevations should be good, however, for for popular forcast of the first try the anglers new season. waters holds many superior recreational opportunities. Fishing is the one most often utilized; and with the general fishing season just the perverbial corner, attention is centered on the many popular fishing sights across the state. Utah In homage to the many enthusiastic fishermen, eagerly waiting for the May 29, 5 a.m. starting time of the 1976 season, heres a look at some of the most popular fishing spots in the state: Northern Region ch pan-siz- Eclio Reservoir will be rainbow good with half-pouif it completes filling tie fore the weekend. Rockport Reservoir(Wan-ship- ) should also produce good Utahs Central Region predicts that the best fishing on the ope ner will once again lie located in the large lakes and reservoirs. Unlike 1975, however, many of the streams in this region will be clear and thus planted with catch-ablfor the big weekend. es The Southern Region fore- sees a good opening weekend, particularly in many of the old favorite fishing spots of the area. Most of the streams in this region will be stocked prior to opening day. Crappie fishing at Lake Powell should be at its best for the long holiday weekend. Fishing in the Southeastern Region will vary widely as' access to many areas is currently hampered by snow and some ice as well. conditions have also delayed stocking in many bodies of water. Lakes and Cold-weath- er fishing if the impoundment finishes filling with water. The general rule will be pound rainbow. one-thi- rd Weber River will probably not be stocked for the opener except in the upper reaches. Conditions below Rockport will depend on whether or net the reservoir is spilling. In Morgan County, the river is high and silty, but not as bad as last year. Willard show is expected crappie action Bay good Central Region Southern Region Reservoir Creek Deer should give shore fishermen and boaters alike some good first weekend fishing. Rainbow trout will be prevalent, but creels will also fill with brown, lake trout, largemouth bass and yellow perch. The water should be just right for the opener. Fisli Lake should give an2 glers good fishing for incli cutthroat trout. A large crowd is expected, but facilities are excellent. River above Deer Creek is high and muddy with debris floating in this swollen stretch and will not be a good bet for opening weekend. Below the reservoir, however, should yield good catches of both brown and rainbow in Provo spite of high Soldier Creek Reservoir has limited camping facilities but is a new reservoir and should produce good fishing for rainbow in the 6 inch category. Strawberry Reservoir will receive its usual large crowd of anxious fishermen, but the snow and ice has cleared and good to excellent fishing is expected with 10 to 14 incli rainbow dominating the creel. Limits have increased to eight this year. Access fees have also increased. will give the entire family a chance to catch some fish and have a fun Catfish weekend together. white bass, largemouth bass and walleye give the lake good variety. Utah 10-1- Minersville Reservoir has good fishing in store this year. Fish planted last year should average over one pound and fish averaging lf two and pounds. ld one-ha- Otter Creek Reservoir looks like one of the best fi shine spots again this year. New facilities are expanded, but parking is still limited. Fish are expected to average one and pounds. one-ha- lf water. 10-1- East Canyon Reservoir should provide good action for the opening weekend with the majority of fish being e rainbow. Some larger fish are expected to show in the creel, however. impound- ment s. (Clirmitcle Page 6 - finally here! season Fishing f i. UTAH $apon Lake Panguitch Lake will no doubt have its usual large crowd and fishing is expected to be Rainbows good to excellent. will dominate the catch. Lake Powell will undoubtedly provide good times for weekenders. long Crappie fishing should be at its best for the Memorial Day crowds. Southeastern Region Joes Valley Reservoir will produce many limits of fish with some up to three-quarte- rs of a pound. E:ectric Lake will have a lower than usual water level and will not, in all probabi- produce for rainbow. lity, Most of the lots of action higher eleva- tion lakes will not be stocked and may be inaccessible. Fresh Fish Many fishermen may be depriving themselves of the sub-per- b flavor of freshly caught fish by failing to maintain the quality of their catch until they get it home. A freshcaught fishhas practically no fish odor -- - the fishy smell becomes more pronounced with the passage of time, especially if the angler doesnt give his catch the proper care. Here are several recommendations to those who catch their own fish: the fish as soon as its taken from the water. If the fish is allowed to flop around until it suffocates, the flesh may be bruised, causing more rapid deterioration. 1. Kill Keep the catch out of the sun in a cool sheltered place or in an iced picnic 2. cooler. 3. Clean the fish as soon as possible and wash the body cavity cleaa Pack the body cavity with ice then cover the fish with more ice. Water from melting ice should be drained often enough to prevent the fish from becoming waterlogged. 4. If no ice is available, wrap the fish in camp moss, ferns, wet newspapers or burlap and keep it out of the sun. 5. 6. Use the fish quickly while it is at the peak of If there is a surquality. plus, scale and wrap the fish and freeze as soon as possible. Fish should generally not, be kept more than three months in a deep, freeze and no more than a week in a freezer atop a refrigerator, especially if it is equipped with a selfdefrosting system. Revised Coordination Act Senator Frank Moss has in- troduced revised amendments to the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act. The purpose of the amendments is to assure that fish and wildlife get adequate consideration during early planning and construction stages of water development projects. It is labeled Amendment No. 1616 to S. 1727. Moss said that S. 1727 was introduced in 1975 at the request of the National Coordinating Committee - Fish and Wildlife in Federal Water Resources Projects. The committee is made up of representatives from federal and state wildlife agencies and national conservation organizations. Moss indicated that the water projects are necessary but that many of the projects are dceloped without adequate input to protect fish and wildlife. Conservationists report that the new amendment would go a long way toward solving the problems to which Moss referred. H R 5224 The Wildlife Institute (WMi, century: Management reports that several western congressmen are apparently trying to restrict the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from obthe administrative taining perogatives needed to adequately manage public land and giving increased powers to special interests. The special interest groups include mining, grazing and other economic interests. The Institute reports that H.R. 5224 would be given what amounts to a free reign to explore and dig up public lands for minerals; that grazing rights would be long term leases with virtually automatic renewal and a mere token fee; and land would be given to more local control, thus, placing management in subject to local economic controls and influence. Interior Secretary Thomas Kleppe recently denounced H. R. 5224 as the hand of man was rarely more deeply expressed than in the lines by Thomas Beddoes, an English poet of the last completely un- acceptable to the Administra-tio- a Wildlife Management Institute reports that both the Administration and conservationists are backing a Senate-passbill. Natures polluted, Theres manin every secret corner of her Doing damnedwicked deeds. Thou art, old world A hoary, atheistic, murdering star. MAKING A GOOD WAY will be the theme B ETTER for the 1976 National Hunting and Fishing Bay observance. The celebration is scheduled for September 25. Planning is currently underway for the national effort. Groups wishing to obtain information about the celebration can write to: National Hunting and Fishing Day, 1075 Post Road, Riverside, Con- necticut 06878. The Fourth International Conference on Bear Research and Management will be held in Kali spell, Montana, Feb1977, according ruary to the Wildlife Management Institute. Those wanting more information or to present papers should contact Clifford J. Martinka, Glacier National Park, West Glacier, Montana 20-2- 3, 59936. ed Notes N Quotes The despair felt by many people as they look upon a world drastically altered by to at the north marina, but bass and walleye action will be slow. Pineview Reservoir will probably not yield good fish- ing although popgear will take a few pound-siz- e All fish. ramps are open. Logan River is very high and muddy and will not be stocked before the opening day. Fishing in pools with bait will some produce browns, cutthroat and holdover rainbow. Northeastern Region Flaming Gorge Reservoir water that has d is a produced excellent fishing in the past. Fishing this spring has been slow for rainbow, but has given up some nice trophy brown and lake trout. There should be a large crowd for Memorial Day weekend. d rainLately, more bow have been showing up in the creelsof shore fishermen. year-roun- pan-size- Order traditional Memorial Day flowers and wreaths. Call or visit for a complete selection. WH M1K4 PUSH rUUXT Tllsddyyuu Payson Floral r i PAYSON Green River should see a large crowd, too. It should produce fair to good fishing. Starvation Reservoir is undergoing an expanded rough fish population which will decrease the success of trou! Same large brown fishing. trout, however, await the experienced angler. Remember that the Straw- berry River is not open until July 15 and closes again after September 15. Use Your Imagination Narrow frontage lot widening to garden plot. Make an offer. a great beautiful loamy soil opportunity! 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