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Show November 23. 1999- - Pace 13 Basin LIFE Uintah Basin Standard Near Myton 'i. Youth leave the big city 4 " a- t ' - w ''. ... i to go hunting for pheasant By Alda Rachel e Sixty-fou- r youth from Roosevelt, Vernal, Price, Salt Lake City, and some other central Utah towns had the Mallard Springs Wildlife Management Area (WMA) near Myton all to themselves as they took part in a special youth-onl- y pheasant hunt, Saturday, November 13, which was sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Hunts were also held at Willard Bay WMA south ofW'illard Bay Res- ervoir, James Walter Fitzgerald WMA, north of Vernon, Utah; Pahvant WMA near Fillmore. "Mallard Springs WMA, which is about 1 2 miles southeast of Myton, was closed to other hunters. One hundred plieasants were released in the early morning hours. Originally there was only room for 50 hunters, but we had extra and didn't want to turn anyone away," said Boyd Blackwell of DWR biolo- gist. Two sessions with one at 8 a m. 1 p.m. were held. and the other at Youth hunters were allowed to go out and shoot pheasants. "Most everyone got shots off. There was a lot of shooti: ing. Less than half rtf' the birds were brought out. The best thing was seeing kids leaving with big smiles on their faces while enjoying the exf of hunting pheasants commented. DWR scheduled the special hunt in order for the youth to have an experience in hunting upland game wildlife with many not usually having such an opportunity. "The best thing was it gave sons and daughters a chance to go out hunting with their dads or moms, he said. It wasn't just fatherfoons as it was also motherfams, father daughters, motheidaughters combinations as well. In order to take part in the special hunt, a youth had to be 12 to 15 years old and a recent Hunter Education course graduate. They also had to write a one paragraph essay on: "I want to continue the Utah upland game hunting tradition be-- cause... or, "1 would like to start my own upland game hunting tradition because... Blackwell saw some of the essays, and a number told how their fathers hunted pheasant with their fathers, and how the youth wanted to do tiie same with their fathers and then with their children. They also wanted to protect the tradi- tions of hunting. Many of the youth brought their dogs with them, who helped them flush out the birds and then re- trieved the pheasant. They also made a day of it all by bringing along n lunch complete with soda pop. Each youth was allowed to harvest two pheasants from a number of birds released on the WMA prior ; I to the hunts. Youth were required to bring: lie valid Utah small gams or com- bination license; 2)their own legal shotgun and shells, 3)a knife or game shears to field dress harvested game birds, 4)appropriate hunting doming, and 5)a brimmed orange cap or orange clothing for hunter, guard- ian, etc. Each youth had to be ac- companied by someone 21 yean of age or older. Despite the fact that pheasant populations have declined drastically over the past 30 years, Utah's most popular game bird hunt is still for the wily ringnecke. 35,000 to 40,000 hunters are afield every year for the annual pheasant hunt. BIRD HUNTING Tyler Luonbcc takes part in a father and son pheasant hunt outing near the Myton area recently. Escaping the city is possible with new computer technology can be found, features, what type of prison they produce and how livestock may be affected, as well as treatment and comments. Each plant haa a detailed drawing defining the entire plant including stalk, root, leaf shape and seed. While searching for a publisher, a friend suggested that Shirley in ether words, hire out the printing of the book and work to distribute it herself. After rrstarch-in- g the process of Shirley liked the idea well enough to try it Thus for nearly 1,000 copies of the Field Guide have been " ' sold. "It was a gap that needed filling. There are so many foot animals, or they get sick and abort. Its sort of a labor of love and makes us feel mors secure," Shirley expressed. Bill and Shirley eryoy sharing their llama with others. Friends s often accompany them on and they do lot ofvriunteer stuff," such as taking their park llamas on a cancer wellness hike aptly called "Survivors at the Summit." The couple have a history of volunteerism; in foct, that is how they found their wav to Utah. Bill from Wisconsin and Shirley from the Bay area in northern California they both joined VISTA, a national volunteer organization. Shirley was working among migrant laborers, and Bill was helpkids learn how to ski ing inner-cit- y at Alta in an effort to identify k high school dropouts. Though they hardly knew each other, both liked what Utah had to offer and stayed. Years later they rediscovered each ocher and formed a friendship. Today they are companions of heart and mind. This partnership and enjoyment of sharing the desert with othen led to a second business opportunity. that of a commercial parking buri-Rosebud Llaness, under the mas, Utah. Allowing people who or just can't carry a backpack donT want to carry one to explore the desert that brought Shirley and Bill to the area in the first place. .. self-puMi- Shirley explained. Bill and Shirley often talked about how good life could be if they Shirley Weathen and Bill Walsh dreaded Sunday afternoons. They actually lived in the Uintah Basin. "We thought about it. But it was wouldn't even think about thorn or it would spoil their weekend in the the matter of trying to earn a living Uintah Basin where they would,, if we moved to the Basin. Walsh come to fish, hike, bicycle and cross-- " laid. Then, in 1993 a piece of property country ski. Because Sunday afterbecome available that seised their noons they bad to pack up their gear hearts and subsequently brought and head back to Salt Lake. about a solid commitment to tiieir An Evolutionary Process It is so peaceful here, we found future. In 1996 the couple moved into their country home as permaourselves coming out more and more nent residents. until it was nearly every weekend," By Cheryl Mecham FOR THE DOGS-- A dog does his job of retrieving a bird shot by a hunter. ' Sub for Santa Sub for Santa applications in Duchesne can be (ricked up at Kohls, AIs, First Security, Zions, and Helen and Clint Parks (Parks Repair) 738-53- 1 1. Trees for Charity This Friday and Saturday there will be a display ofthe Trees for Charity and holiday items from 10 a.m. 5 p.m. at Western Park in Vernal. Santa will be there Friday, 10 a.m. 12 noon and 3 pm., and Saturday from 12 noon 3 pjn. A charity auction will be held Friday, Nov. 26 at 7 pjn. There is no cost to attend these events. Call for more -- -- 1-- 789-135- 2 CPR Instructor Course The American Heart Association CPR Instructor course will be held Tuesday, Nov. 30, 5 9 p.m. at the Uintah Basin Applied Technology ext 307. Center, Roosevelt. Call Randy fo reserve your seat, 722-46- 91 Utah Field House Remodeling The Utah Field House is raising funds to help remodel and expand their services and facilities in downtown Vernal. Ifyou would like to give a g contribution tothe campaign you can send it to the Friends of the Utah Field House of Natural History, 235 E. (non-profi- Main St Vernal fond-raisin- t) UT 84078. Dinosaur Gardens Join us at a holiday light ing ceremony at the Dinosaur Gardens on Friday, Nov. 26, 6 p.m., at the Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum, 235 E. Main. Santa will be there from 46 p.m. UBIC Date Change UBIC has moved back to its original date, the first full weekend of August. August 5. Altamont Christmas Fair A Christmas Fair will be held Saturday, Dec. 4 from 9 a m. 4 p.m. at the Altamont Elementary gym. There are still booths available. Contact 9 There will be Santa and entertainment or 454-327- 454-374- 0. Elderly In-Ho- me The Uintah County Area Services Auditions for the Basin Arts Council production of Tbs Tal of Sir Brenowaite" by local playwright Mark Mitchell have been scheduled for two consecutive nights, Tuesday, Nov. 30. and Wednesday, Dec. 1, from 6:30 until 9 p.m. at the Union High auditorium in Roosevelt Casting will be completed and rehearsals by will begin soon after the Christmas holidays for the spring production. Dr. Mitchell is the author of five published childrens books; The Tale of Sir Brenowaite is his first play. Like his books, the play is set in medieval times and follows the Sir adventures of n knight-her- o, Brenowaite. The play include generous use of music to help the story along, provided primarily by a minstrel who narrates the tale, along with a children a chorus and tonga by several other characters. Hie large cast includes roles for all ages; only a few parts require ringing. All positions do require a serious commitment. Every effort wiU be made to bo flexible and mas efficient use of time. But prospective cast members should realise that any such undertaking demands a considerable amount of tune. Both Dr. Mitchell, who will direct, and the Arts Council encourage individuals from many different segments of the Uintah Basin coromu- nity to participate in the production. ed "have a lot of fun in the process. Auditions for both actors and singers for "The Tale of Sir Brenowaite" will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 30 and Dn. 1. Those interested in singing parts should prepare a brief song to perform. Call backs, if requi red. will be scheduled for the following week. In addition to those wishing to audition for acting roles and or the children's chorus . anyone in terested in joining the technical or business staff, or helping in any other way. is encouraged to stop by during audition hows to learn more about the play and fill out a hrief application form. For further information contact Basin Arts Council president ur Dr Mare Lyn Eckels at Mitchell at hie office, "The Tale of Sir Brenowaite" will be performed in Mairh 2000. Proceeds from ticket sales will help to support a Basin Arts Council children's theatre workshop scheduled for next summer. 722-371- 4 722-613- success. ' Shiriey sad Bdl formed their ow n consulting business called Walsh and Weathen Research and Nicy Studies. Both had worked as consultants for a nonprofit organisation in Salt Lake City Bill in the health field and Shirley in public benefit programs, performing research concerning public policy week. "On or the other of us baa been working the entire time, Shirley reported, noting that meet of their research is done through the Internet, and without the technolthe Uintah Basin, they could not have left Salt Lake. ogy available in They have also held focus groups to record people's ideas and thoughts on different subjects. When the couple moved to Strawberry Pinnacle Valley in Ftuitland, they brought along two friends: female pack llamas which the couple had berfoi in the city, but went whenever with them on day-hikpossible. ai Starting a New Business While out on the trail Bill and Shirley were aware that their wellloved llamas could get skk or even die from noxious plants. Shirley was checking out books by the dozens from the library to learn as much as she could about the native species of plants in the West, but found the information here and there. "I couldn't take all the books with me on the trail. I called people. There wasn't one book. It hadn't been done." Shirley said. After giving it some thought, Shirley decided to write the book herself. The "Field Guide to Plants Poisonous to Livestock ofthe western U.S. took the better pert of two years to complete. The Field Guide beta common names of plants, repons where they g. day-hike- at-ns- E - "The number of permanent people (in western Duchesne County) is growing, Shirley save, adding that she and Bill enjoy Am peaceful surroundings of Fruitiand. their nice neighbor, and cant think of returning to the city, other than for a visit now and then. Utah gets $221,700 award for using seat belts Agency on Aging administrate government resources which may allow qualified senior citizens to receive services in their own homes. Seniors may also qualify for assistance with day-carservices. For thoee eligible pfrase call and refer them to the Area Agency on Aging, e 789-216- 9. The Tale of Sir Brenowaite Auditions for Basin Arts Councils spring production of "The Tale of Sir Brenowaite by local playwright Dr. Mark Mitchell have been scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 30, and Wednesday, Dec. 1 , from 6:30 until 9 pjn. at the Union High auditorium. Utah Quality Growth Meeting A representative from the Utah Quality Growth Oommisaioa will visit Duchesne Gminty on Nov. 29 at 5 p.m. at the Duchesne County Administrative Building, Commission Chambers, to understand and clarify the role qf state government in growth related Issues. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. or Auditions scheduled for the Tale of Sir Brenowaite "It was an evolutionary process; we looked into what it would take to start our own business and thought wed give it a try " Shirley said, noting that many things have fsliea into place" that contributed to their Utah get 3221.700 award for number or drivers using seat belts Utah haa so many drivers who use seat belts, the state haa been awarded $221,700 from the UA Department ofTrane porta tion. The award is equal tothe amount of money saved in medical cars as a result ofincreasod scat-be- lt use and the related drop in motor vehicle injuries, according to the Utah Department of Public Safety. Motor vehicle injuries cost the nation more than $150 billion annually, according to the department. Utah teat-berate haa naen from the national average of 65 percent to 67 percent in the past two year. Gov. Mike Leavitt said the award money will be pul toward highway safety program. lt Reprinted uith permitsiom of the Salt Lake IVifow. GENTLE FOLK-ForSalt lake City (tridents Shirley Weathers and Bill Walsh halt made the Strawberry Pinnacle Valley ihcir home which they share w :th 1 3 llama, a dog and each oilier. They a their life t so good, they'll never go hack to the city. mer |