Forebay Secured: Payson Canyon’s 480-Acre Conservation Victory
In 2001, the city of Payson purchased land at the base of Payson Canyon to protect the watershed, habitat, and for recreational opportunities. The land consisted of 480 acres and became known to locals as Forebay, due to the canal water that runs through the area. This past month, Payson teamed up with the city […]
Payson City Designates Forebay Recreational Areas Conservation Easement
On November 17, Payson City officials voted in favor of a conservation easement, solidifying Forebay Recreation Area as a place where people can experience the great outdoors for generations to come. Forebay Recreation Area is located right at the mouth of Payson Canyon and encompasses 480 acres. The land was initially purchased by the city […]
Winter Reflections: Connection, Service, and Adventure in Utah’s Outdoors
December arrives softly in Utah. Snow settles on the mountains, the air grows crisp, and a quiet calm spreads across the valleys. It is a month that naturally encourages reflection on the year behind us, the people who shaped it, and the moments that mattered most. It is also a season of service when we […]
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation Launches Community Survey to Shape Central Utah’s Future Outdoor Recreation
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) is inviting residents and visitors to help shape the future of outdoor recreation in Central Utah through a new community survey. The survey is part of the state’s first-ever regional recreation planning effort and will bring local community input to guide future investments in trails, parks, open space […]
Finding Clarity in Utah’s Fall Outdoors
October in Utah carries a certain magic. The days are crisp, the air carries a hint of woodsmoke, and the canyons light up in fiery shades of red, gold, and orange. Fall colors change quickly, creating a sense of urgency to get outside before the beauty fades. Answering that call doesn’t just give us a […]
Duck rescued from fishing line at Spring Lake should remind us all to do better
As a former resident of Payson, one of my favorite places to visit was Spring Lake. I love the evergreens that surround the path that borders the lake. Those towering trees that welcome local birds that perch on the branches and nestle within the needles. Spring Lake is a majestic place with a complicated history, […]
Shanna Memmott turns bucket list into destination package, named Tourist Director of the Year Â
Have you ever wanted to find a feather of a bluebird, or swing from a rope into a pond on a hot summer day? Have you ever wanted to hike to the top of a mountain just to say you could? These, among other things, were put on Juab County Tourism Director Shanna Memmott’s bucket […]
Safety Tips for Camping and Fireworks Season
July is a family-favorite month in Utah marked by two big holidays at the beginning and the end. On the fourth, we celebrate our country’s independence, and on the 24th, we honor the pioneers who settled in this great state. While families may choose to enjoy these holidays in different ways, many look forward to […]
Seven great waterfalls to hike to nearby to cool down
As the summer sun heats up Utah’s majestic landscapes, the call for adventure beckons. But who says exploration has to be scorching? We’ve curated a list of 7 waterfall hikes that will keep you cool, invigorated, and surrounded by breathtaking scenery. So, lace up your boots, pack your swimsuit, and get ready to add some […]
Saddling Up with the Hobble Creek Wranglers: A Journey into Cowboy Action Shooting
On the outskirts of Springville, down Hobble Creek Canyon, just off Canyon Road, there’s the sound of gunfire and accompanying smell of gunpowder that fills the air on a crisp Saturday morning. These sounds and smells are also indicative of camaraderie, as they come from members of the Hobble Creek Wranglers who are all decked […]
