Elevate, Inspire, and Inform the Cedar Valley Community
Discover the wild side of Cedar Valley. From animal sightings and conservation efforts to coexisting with nature in growing neighborhoods, we explore how wildlife and humans share the landscape.
The Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project is a citizen-science initiative dedicated to the conservation of American Kestrels in Eagle Mountain, Utah. It was founded in 2015 and has been highly successful in providing artificial nesting sites for these small falcons. The project has been supported by the community including Cedar Valley Sentinel, EM City, Mayor(s) and…
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As Utah’s trails and canyons fill with hikers, bikers, and nature lovers this spring, another group is also making its seasonal debut — rattlesnakes. With warmer temperatures coaxing these reptiles from their winter dens, outdoor encounters are more likely than ever. While their presence may spark fear, rattlesnakes are not only a vital part of…
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Avian flu, or avian influenza, is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects birds but can sometimes infect humans and other animals. It is caused by influenza A viruses, with strains like H5N1 and H7N9 being particularly concerning due to their potential to cause severe illness. The virus spreads through direct contact with infected…
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DWR, UDOT and other partners complete 5 projects, 2 studies to help wildlife and fish safely migrate across Utah in 2024 SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and Utah Department of Transportation, as well as other partners, are working hard to reduce wildlife/vehicle collisions around the state and to also make…
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The best national parks for stargazing – Canyonlands, Utah, placed third A new study looked at which national parks are the best for stargazing, with Canyonlands National Park, Utah, placed third. The study, conducted by vacation rental site Lake.com, looked at data from the National Park Service’s Night Sky Data Collection Sites to see which national parks…
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Salt Lake City — Utah Department of Natural Resources Executive Director Joel Ferry named Riley Peck as the new director for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, effective Monday, Jan. 13. A resident of Eagle Mountain, Utah County, Peck started working for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources in 2006 as a native aquatics technician….
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Mule deer migration is a critical wildlife issue in Eagle Mountain, Utah, and is impacted by various human activities, including shed antler hunting. The city has been working to protect the mule deer migration route, particularly as development increases through vital wildlife corridors. The Eagle Mountain Wildlife Corridor is a crucial part of the Great…
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The article offers guidance from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources on what to do if you encounter a baby bird. It advises to place featherless birds back in their nests or on branches, leave fledglings alone if they have feathers, avoid feeding them, and not to disturb bird nests with eggs or babies. Additionally,…
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Shon Reed, known as “the kestrel guy” in Eagle Mountain, was honored as Lifetime Wildlife Advocate by the Eagle Mountain Nature and Wildlife Alliance for his decades-long dedication to wildlife preservation. His passion for wildlife education and habitat conservation has not only enriched the local ecosystem but has also inspired a community-wide commitment to environmental…
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Dive into the fascinating world of Utah’s Watershed Restoration Initiative, a powerhouse program dedicated to enhancing and reviving vital ecosystems across the state. In the fiscal year spanning from July 2022 to June 2023, this initiative achieved a remarkable feat, transforming a whopping 148,883 acres of land in Utah, with some impactful projects right in…
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