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Nothing says summertime quite like venturing out into the great outdoors and taking in the beauties of nature. But if the sweltering summer heat is keeping you inside, Utah s high Uintas in the northeast corner of the state offers a cool retreat.
If you haven t made your way to the Uintas, you re missing out on one of the best outdoor playgrounds in the state and possibly the country. Lonely Planet calls it a mini Yellowstone that hasn t been discovered. Its scenic mountain views, starry skies, and abundant lakes and trails make this a prime destination for visitors of all ages. Lonely Planet also suggests packing your rain gear and warm clothing. Even in the summer months, rain and snow are common.
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Utah Division of Wildlife Resources shows a plane dropping thousands of fish into a lake to help the fish population!
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State wildlife officials have announced two new record fishes caught in Utah waters.
Officials with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources said both fishes were caught in southwestern Utah.
The record wiper fish was caught on May 23, 2021 at Newcastle Reservoir in Iron County by fisherman Trevor Cooper. The record was for catch and keep fish.
The fish measured 29 1/4 inches long with a 23 5/8-inch girth. It weighed in at 15 pounds, 4 ounces.
According to DWR, the previous record weighed 11 pounds and was caught at the same place.
A cross between striped bass and white bass, the wiper was introduced into Utah waters in the early 1990s.