Ice fishing in Utah is a fun and rewarding activity that all ages can enjoy. From the largest of lakes to the smallest of ponds, Utah has a wide variety of fishing opportunities. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler, ice fishing in Utah will leave you with a memorable experience. The most…
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Explore the natural world of Cedar Valley. From gardening tips and local wildlife to weather alerts and seasonal insights, this section connects you to the outdoors and environmental stories that impact our region.
Tragedy in Cedar Fort: Mountain Lion Shot and Killed
According to Scott Root, Conservation Outreach Manager for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR), a Mountain Lion was shot in Cedar Fort, Utah the afternoon of 15 December 2022. The Mountain Line was shot while attacking a Cedar Fort resident’s livestock. The cougar was shot by a Cedar Fort resident when it was discovered…
Read moreResidents Sound Off On Future of Tickville Wash
The City of Eagle Mountain surveyed residents to see how they feel about the Tickville Wash that runs through Eagle Mountain. The survey had respondents between Oct 3rd to Oct 21st, 2022. There were a total of 687 respondents to the survey during that time frame. Cedar Valley Sentinel has requested and received the answers…
Read moreWinter Maintenance Tasks You Shouldn’t Ignore
Getting your home ready for winter is crucial. That’s why we’ve asked pros, and here’s a list of winter maintenance tasks you should focus on.
Read moreEagle Mountain Looking Into Codifying Water-Wise Landscaping
Evan Berrett the Assistant to the City Administrator for Eagle Mountain proposed changes to the Eagle Mountain Code that regulates Required landscaping (17.60.090) to the Planning Commission on July 12th, 2022. The suggested code removes several vegetation requirements and adds requirements for Water-Wise landscaping for parking strips, medians, and public right-of-way areas. The Action Item,…
Read moreBeekeeping in Eagle Mountain, Utah
Beekeeping has become a popular urban and rural hobby. Beekeeping can be a rewarding endeavor. When we moved to Eagle Mountain back in 2013, we started several hives. I was what I would call a Beehaver, because we have a hard time getting our hives to winter over. A beekeeper is someone who can keep…
Read moreRussian 1873 Biological Warfare Hits Eagle Mountain
The Russian Biological warfare on US soil can be dated back to as early as 1873. The warfare was not started intentionally but has now reached epic proportions. If you have read the news lately about happenings in Eagle Mountain you will have noticed the effects of this war that has been happening since 1873….
Read moreTickville Wash – Owl Habitat Destruction Timeline, Photos, and Documentation
In 2021 it came to the attention of some residents that a dry stream bed in Eagle Mountain called the Tickville wash was being modified by developers. This wash is the nesting location of some of Eagle Mountains’ earliest residents. In the cliffs of the wash, there are several Owl nests. Those nests are now…
Read moreOwl Habitat Destroyed, Eagle Mountain City Breaks Promise
EAGLE MOUNTAIN – This is a post from Facebook that was made by one of the Wildlife Champions in Eagle Mountain. Shon Reed started and is the main sponsor for the Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project. A project in Eagle Mountain that has placed Kestrel nesting boxes around the city and he has organized residents to…
Read moreEagle Mountain Looks at Changing Animal Code. Why?
Over the last few months the Animal Code has been on the agendas for the Planning Commission as well as the City Council. The code is being revised to adjust for setback laws as well as to change the number of animals allowed on certain size lots in Eagle Mountain. During the 2/1/2022 City Council…
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