Outdoor Recreation

In a new study, animals were less likely to flee near popular trails compared to more remote parts of the forest. Researchers are considering several possible explanations for why.

High temperatures and a poor snowpack led to a lackluster winter for nearby ski resorts. But according to experts and trail users, those conditions could have consequences for summer sports, too.

From the mountains to its valleys, Utah’s rivers, lakes, and streams are home to a diverse fish population. Because of that, fishing is a very common sport here.

Author Heather Hansman joins us today to talk about her new book "Fierce Country," the story of three women and their love for the outdoors.

Longtime member and historian of the Wasatch Mountain Club Debra Frank shares its history in her new book "Faint Heart Never Climbed a Mountain."

The Department of the Interior is giving at least 20 trails more signage and marketing. Many could be in the West, including Utah's Bonneville Shoreline Trail.

Traditional methods to see how many people are getting outdoors include trailhead surveys and vehicle counters. However, those don't capture all visitors, especially in less popular areas.

Fixed anchors, which are often permanent bolts hand-drilled into rock walls, have been a subject of debate in recent years. Federal agencies are asking for public comment on their use.

Veterans, and research, say getting outdoors helps their physical and mental health. A new report aims to find ways to expand these opportunities.

Dima Khalifa shares with Amy Nadel the story of her mixed religion upbringing, working in national parks, and coming to find home in Zion.