Provo City announces a temporary closure of a portion of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail for cleanup, starting October 8th, urging public to respect barriers.

Utah state parks, despite potential federal shutdowns, commit to staying open and fully staffed, ensuring visitors can enjoy the state's natural sites while emphasizing sustainable and responsible tourism practices.

Utah's DWR invites birdwatchers to view sandhill cranes during their migration in the Uintah Basin. Events are free but require registration, with self-driven tours starting from Jensen Nature Park and a commuter lot off Highway 40.

Utah State Parks offer a variety of fall activities, including geology hikes, ghost tours, stargazing events, and the Annual Bison Roundup, catering to diverse interests and budgets.

Cherry Hill Elementary in Orem switched to remote learning due to a bat infestation, with wildlife specialists and the school district addressing the situation.

The Hardware Wildlife Education Center in Utah is hosting a free "Night Life" exhibit this October to showcase nocturnal animals, featuring photographs, trivia, and activities.

Utah hunters are encouraged to have their deer tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD) at local check stations, as part of ongoing monitoring by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

A bear that wandered near a Moab school and through yards was safely captured and released into the Abajo Mountains.

Utah waterfowl hunting season opens, with license and HIP number requirements outlined by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

Utah's waterfowl hunting season comes with a warning about toxic algal blooms affecting 21 waterbodies, urging hunters to keep pets away from the water.

Blackridge Reservoir in Herriman is closed due to harmful algae blooms, with no timeline for when activities like swimming will be safe again. Other Utah locations are also affected.

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has launched a bird-watching competition, the Utah Birding Slam, to engage birders of all levels and support wildlife conservation.

Utah inspected over 11,000 boats for invasive species during Labor Day weekend, with 25 requiring decontamination at Lake Powell alone. The state emphasizes the importance of public compliance to protect ecosystems and infrastructure.