Show 8 The Sua'News Wednesday 4UW 7 I V Oct 21 1992 3 Pheasant & quail hunts will open October 31 statewide October 31 ushers in Saturday and the season opener Halloween for the 1992 pheasant and quail hunts Thanks to a mild winter and favorable conditions during the nesting season pheasant populations are up this year and hunters are given a better chance for success this 25 year over last year Utah’s DWR Upland Game Wildlife Program coordinator Jay Roberson says both pheasant and quail Representtatives of the Learning Disabilities Association of Utah watch as Governor Norman Bangerter signs a proclamation declaring October as Learning Disabilties Month From left: Lynda Hansen director Greggor Hansen Crescent View middle school 7th grader Governor Bangerter and Jennie Gibson president of the organization Permission cards must be used by hunters on private iands The state’s largest general farmis urging hunters to ing organization respect private property rights as they go to the fields in the annual deer and pheasant hunts Ken Ashby Delta president of the Utah Farm Bureau Federation says farmers and ranchers need to help control rising big game populations in Utah which compete with livestock for range forage or destroy He said that crops in the fields many farmers and ranchers refused to open their lands to hunting in the past due to the property damage to both personal property and livestock that often occurred when hunters came on their lands Ashby says more Utah farmers and ranchers are now prepared to open their private lands to hunting for both big game and pheasants thanks to renewed efforts by state wildlife management organizations and sportsmen to reduce “In recent years conflicts great efforts have been undertaken to cooperatively develop acceptable programs which allow private to open their property to hunting with the right to take action when abuses of private property occurs” he said The programs Ashby refers to are the private land posting and hunter permission card laws passed by the and 1991 Utah State Legislature adopted by the Utah Division of This provides Wildlife Resources landowners a t way to better identify land posted closed which reduces hunter trespass problems and identificaThe permission tion card allows land owners to have in their possession hard evidence of the hunters who have permission to hunt on their lands If hunters are found without a permission card the landowner can legally call law en forcement officials and charge the hunters with trespassing “Since these laws went into effect we have seen a decrease in the number of conflicts between landowners and hunters” Ashby said Posting signs and permission cards are available from your local Division of Wildlife Resources Conservation Officer” “We find that landowners arc more than happy to give hunting permission when they can be sure their buildings and machinery will not be shot up or their livestock shot at or driven around” Ashby noted Hunters are urged to close gates if they open them or leave gates open if that’s the way they find them “Respect crops livestock and oilier personal property and I’m sure you’ll be welcome on private property at hunting time” he concluded Utah Wildlife Board reconsjder Emery County Commission voted to appeal the Utah Wildlife Board’s recent decision to eliminate the spring bear hunt At the same time the commission assured sportsmen stockmen and outfitters that it will do c’l it can to persuade the board that the spring hunt is necessary Brad Johnson (R) Representative said he believes there is a movement in the “environmental community” to try to eliminate the lifestyles of hunter and ranchers He said one way to eliminate that lifestyle is to eliminate predator control Johnsonaddcd Ihat3500to4000 cougars in Utah consume about one deer a week which adds up to over 100000 deer lost to cougars per year “For man to exist and enjoy life we have to control predators” he said “We have to stand up and be counted on this issue” he added and offered his support as a state legislator Johnson suggested that a possible remedy for the situation would be to Waterfowl hunt for this area begins November 6 The state has again been divided into hunting zones for the waterfowl season to allow for maximum hunting oportunity Northern Utah’s Zone One waterfowl hunters are hunting now 30 Zone one through November includes ail of Box Elder Cache Davis Rich Salt lake Morgan Summit Utah Wasatch Weber and the part of Tooele county north of Zone Two hunters hunt will be6 and run through gin November January3 This zone covers all areas of Utah not listed above The daily bag limit is four ducks including no more than three mallards but only one female mallard no more than two redheads or two or one of each and no canvasbacks more than one pintail The possession limit is twice the daily bag limit The daily bag lmit for geese is five birds no more than two of which be dark geese (Canada may whitefronted or brant) and no more than three of which may be white The geese (snow blue or Ross) possession limit is six geese no more than four of which may be dark geese Waterfowl proclamations containing all hunting reguations and legal shooting hours arc available at all DWR offices and wherever licenses are sold bear hunt make changes on the Wildlife Board we have the board back they’ll make some decisions for us” he said The board includes five members from five geographical loca- “If tions in Utah who voted to discontinue the spring bear hunt The terms of the members expire at the first of the year A stockman from Green River Cory Gentry said he has had a number of problems with bear on his farming and ranching operation A Division of Wildlife Resources animal damage control expert presented statistics of the number of domestic animals killed by predators over the last two years in the He said dozens of sheep and area lambs were reported killed by coyote mountain lion and black bear and at least two head of cattle in recent months Other citizens said that the spring bear hunt is necessary to control the bear before the sheep and cattle are placed on the mountain for summer grazing State Rep of Ray Neilsen Fairview recommended that the commission consider appealing the decision of the board The Commissioners voted in favor of writing an appeal seeking to have the Wildlife Board reconvene and reconsider its earlier decision on the hunt hunting should be better in most areas with a slight improvement in Sevier Carbon Millard Sanpete Juab Tooele and Uintah Counties Most upland game hunters will still hunt pheasants even though numbers have declined Hunter has remained strong participation “We expect about 40000 hunters afield and about 73 birds per hunter” said Roberson Hunter are reminded that in addition to their 1992 small game or combination hunting license they must also purchase and possess while hunting a $5 upland game habitat All persons 16 years of age stamp or older hunting pheasant quail sage forest grouse cottontail grouse snowshoe chukar Hungarian partridge and morning dove are required to have this stamp Money from the $5 stamp will be used to develop habitat buy land purchase public access to private lands transplant upland game and control predators Nearly 75 of funds raised from the stamp will be spent on pheasants Hunters do not threaten pheasant populations despite their large num- - For spring color - plant bulbs now For a yard full of color next spring bulbs now Nurseries have new shipments of receiving tulips daffodils hyacinths crocuses and other spring (lowering bulbs The bul bs most go i n to the groun d now in order to develop roots to ensure adequate healthy spring growth The small developing flower deep within each bulb also needs the winter cooling to guarantee full spring flower glory Select the right bulbs to suit your needs and growing conditions Bulbs such as hyacinths grape hyacinths some narcissus provide fragrance In time these bulbs provide a carpet like effect Glacier lilies camas lilies grape hyacinths and star of bethlchcm will tolerate moist soils plant been If you want to naturalize rather than plant in formal rows scatter the bulbs and plant them where they Use tulips and daffodils for fall Choose striking color combinations bulbs that are full in appearance and firm to the touch Plant the smaller bulbs to the front of your bed about 4 to 5 inches deep Larger bulbs should be spaced about 4 to 8 inches apart and be six to 8 inches deep To enrich and loosen heavy soils plan to incorporate peat moss pine park or compost If frost damage is a concern wait until the ground begins to freeze before applying a mulch for protection This covering will maintain a relatively even temperature throughout the winter months in the soil surrounding the bulbs Error of the week? Error of the Week In this week’s a State Job Service correspondence Report covering unemployment and financial growth in Central Utah was explaining a new business in The report noted Sanpete County the following: “South Sanpete Pack is a butcher shop featuring fresh cut meat cutand customer ting and wrapping slaughter" It would be interesting to note how many customers have been slaughtered to date!!! bers in the field each season Research has shown that pheasants suffer a 70 percent annual mortality rate due primarily to exposure and predation whether or not hunting is allowed The average lifespan is measured in months regardless of whether hunting removes some of these game birds this Basically means that brood stock saved from hunting does not survive to breed unless weather conditions are favorable and food and cover arc adequate Since one male pheasant will successfully mate with several hens there is no reason to save more males from the hunter’s bag So theoretiseason cally Utah could have a without harming pheasant population numbers Plenty of roosters would be left to breed the following year The best hunting will be in agricultural areas which comjust 22 of Utah’s total land Favored foods include waste grains weed seeds and green vegetation You must have a signed permission form with you if you are huntRemember ing on private property ask first You can also support the improvement of game and habitat by buying a specially commissioned upland game prints This print is of a beautiful male ring necked pheasant in winter by local artist Jim Morgan Contact your local art dealer or the 1101 Hadley Companies Publishers Hampshire Ave South BloomingPrints start at ton MN $150 and make wonderful Christmas wedding or birthday gifts prise areas Fishlake Forest officials say welcome — but The fire danger remains very high on regional forests according to the Fishlake Forest Service They urge that hunters do the following: Use extreme caution with campfire and warming fires Mornings are cool and the tendency is to get a fire going at camp to get warmed up That’s fine but don’t leave the fire - and put it dead out unattended before you leave Be sure the fires are not located near grass of trees that could spread the fire There can be strong winds at higher elevations that can make a fire spread very rapidly Snow and rain are likely at this time of year Use caution Many of the mountain roads in the area can become very slick and dangerous after even small amounts of precipitation Listen to weather forecasts and go prepared in case you become stuck or have an accident Keep a basic survival kit in your vehicle including blankets flares survival food a flashlight and first aid supplies It’s better to be safe than sorry Get maps of the area you’re going to hunt These are available at forest Of parservice and BLM offices ticular interest are travel maps showand motorcycle ing where ATV fourwheel drive use is restricted to Horse users are encouraged get the jump on a new state law that will require use of only certified ‘weed free’ hay in national forest camps beginning next year The use of weed free hay will help keep the backcountry in its natural state Weeds can have a significant impact on future forage available for livestock as well as big game Litter can also be a problem Pack out what you pack in - plus a little more Keep our forests and rangelands clean and litter free Show respect for private lands and populated areas Campgrounds and summer homes areas are closed to discharge of firearms Be sure to wear the required amount of hunter orange - it saves lives Does your child exhibit any of these symptoms: “He’s failing reading but making A’$ in math I know he could do better in reading if he’d only try” ' I hope she’ll “She’s so clumsy! outgrow it” I can’t “He’s always moving make him sit still” “She just doesn’t pay attention Never follows directions” “He doesn’t seem to have any friends” These are remarks that are often made about children with learning disabilities A learning disability is a permanent disorder which affects the manner in which individuals with normal or above average intelligence take in retain and express information disabilities should be Learning considered a possible cause if a child has trouble thinking clearly writing legibly spelling accurately learning to read or do math follow directions remember facts putting things in sequence orcopying forms Other indications might be a child who is often confused clumsy impulsive or disoriented and who hyperactive becomes frustrated and rebellious depressed withdrawn or aggressive Many of these children will be failures in school unless their disabilities are discovered early and diagnosed properly Then the children can receive assistance in educational medical psychological and social services to develop their strengths and potential Adults with learning disabilities frequently have difficulty in one or more of the following: reading com- - m common They all have learning disabilities It is estimated that 8 million Americans have learning disabilities AssoThe Learning Disabilities ciation of America is a support group for parents teachers professionals with learning disand individuals abilities For more than 25 years the has provided informaorganization tion about learning disabilities and have supported research early detection legislation advocacy educational innovation and career opportunities to improve the lives of children and adults with learning disabilities Disabilities Learning During Month LDA urges parents schools and communities to get information about learning disabilities and get involved with local and state organiIn Utah call the LDA Ofzations fice or write them at PO 12 Box 112 SLCUT 841 Remaining hunts for '92 prehension spelling written expression math computation and probLess frequent but no lem solving less troublesome are problems in skills time manageorganizational ment and social skills These adults may also have problems understanding written or spoken instructions visual information or interpreting with proper expressing thoughts words What do Bruce Jenner Cher Jackie Stewart and Albert Einstein Delicious - Hot - Mouth Watering - Cheesy - Pizza MAMA BUTCH'S PIZZA 10 North Main - Gunnison 528-379- 2 |