Outdoors & Adventure
Shara Park and Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
Utahns experiencing close encounters of the rattlesnake kind
As you make plans to head to the great outdoors this holiday weekend, you may want to heed the warning about rattlesnakes.1 month ago
JOHN FLESHER AP Environmental Writer
Federal agencies reverse Trump limits on habitat protection in Endangered Species Act
The Biden administration is dropping a rule adopted under former President Donald Trump that limited which lands and waters could be designated as critical habitat for imperiled animals and plants.2 months ago
Larry D. Curtis
Fire, wind and heat warnings issued for much of Utah
At temperatures jumped significantly from Wednesday to Thursday, much of the state is under warnings for high wind, excessive heat and high fire danger.2 months ago
Larry D. Curtis
KSL’s Chopper 5 and photojournalist document Utah’s unique beauty
Utah's unique geography, that includes mountains, deserts, lakes and snow, bring visitors from around the world. KSL photojournalist Meghan Thackrey is part of a team that documents news on KSL TV's Chopper 5, giving her some pretty unique landscapes and geographic features to record.2 months ago
Shara Park, KSL TV
Is there an explanation for recent rockfalls in Utah?
A hiker is in the hospital after a rock the size of a tennis ball hit her on the Timpanogos Cave Trail. It happened around 7:15 a.m. Thursday, according to Sgt. Spencer Cannon of Utah County Sheriff's Office. Cannon said the rock knocked the 65-year-old woman unconscious and caused bleeding from her head.2 months ago
Associated Press
Janitor confines cougar in empty California classroom
Authorities say a quick-thinking custodian safely confined a mountain lion in an empty classroom after it entered a Northern California high school.2 months ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV
‘Play it safe:’ Father of drowning victim warns people headed to the water this weekend
If you plan on taking your boat out this Memorial Day weekend, be careful.2 months ago
Mike Anderson and Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
With Bear Lake beaches reaching capacity, Idaho now takes reservations
Crowds in both Idaho and Utah are working on ways to accommodate big Bear Lake crowds that have grown tremendously in recent years.3 months ago
Shara Park
‘I wasn’t prepared to be in the snow’: 2022 Utah Hiker rescues slightly ahead of last year
As the spring temperatures warm in Utah and people head to the mountains for a picnic or hiking, Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue team is warning of dangerous conditions and urging visitors to be prepared.3 months ago
Cary Schwanitz
Watch a live stream of kestrel chick at Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
Need a nature break while you’re sitting in your office chair? The Nature Conservancy has set up a live camera in a nest box to watch a newly hatched kestrel at Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve.3 months ago
SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
Earth Day: Humanity proves it can clean up messes, repair damage
As bad as the environment seems with climate change and other pollution, scientists say humanity has also done a pretty good job of cleaning up past messes. More than 25 experts shared their favorite ecological success stories for Earth Day. The overwhelming No. 1 success story is the healing of Earth’s ozone hole. Experts credit […]4 months ago
Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
DWR reminds citizens that trespassing on protected lands harms Utah’s animals
Trespassers, including hikers and bikers, are encroaching on critical Utah wildlife protection areas during the most critical time of year for the animals, according to Utah's Division of Wildlife Resources.4 months ago
Karah Brackin, KSL TV
Utah woman fishing for world championship in Norway
A Utah woman is putting in extra hours in the water as she prepares for her next fly-casting competition.4 months ago
Larry D. Curtis
SL County Council votes unanimously to ban mining in area canyons, including Parleys
An attempt to open a quarry in Parley Canyon resulted in a Salt Lake County Council unanimous vote to ban mining in in area canyons and foothills. The quarry was opposed in writing by hundreds of citizens and the council's decision was praised by Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson.4 months ago
Cary Schwanitz
High river flow forces closure of Narrows at Zion Canyon
Rangers at Zion National Park closed the Narrows Sunday because of a dangerous high river flow.4 months ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV
Park City parade honors city’s Olympians, present and past
It's still a little early for parade season. But in a town known for its champions, there could be a parade almost every day.4 months ago
Cary J. Schwanitz, KSL TV
Zion National Park temporarily closes cliff climbing routes because of nesting peregrine falcons
Managers at Zion National Park closed off some climbing routes Tuesday because it marked the beginning of the nesting season for peregrine falcons.5 months ago
Cary J. Schwanitz, KSL TV
Drought will delay mussel decontamination, limit access to ramps at Lake Powell this year
Water managers expected the drought to get worse this year as the snowpack has been disappointing again and reservoir levels remained at or set record low levels.5 months ago
Cary J. Schwanitz, KSL TV
Hunting license fraud problem for DWR
Conservation officers with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources have investigated 95 cases of hunters who fraudulently obtained hunting licenses since 2017.6 months ago
Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
Once virtually extinct condor species spotted by hiker on Zion’s Angels Landing hiking trail
The California condor once had only 22 of its species left in the world so when a hiker navigated the Angels Landing trail in Zion National Park this week and spotted a recent hatching, it was a joyful sighting for more than camera man Shane Wayment.7 months ago
Cary J. Schwanitz, KSL TV
Permits required to hike Angels Landing in Zion National Park starting in April 2022
The new year will bring a new permit requirement for hikers who visit Angels Landing at Zion National Park.8 months ago
John Hollenhorst, KSL TV
Love, Hope, Worry & Fear As Lake Powell Water Levels Drop
Normally at this time of year, Lake Powell's water level would have risen substantially due to spring runoff, but not this year. It continued to drop through the month of May.1 year ago
Dan Spindle, KSL TV
Staying Safe In Utah’s Great Outdoors
It's a cause for celebration and a huge cause for concern if you ask those who take care of our public lands.1 year ago
