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Representatives from Conserve Utah Valley interview various scientists and advocates for Utah Lake in an effort to keep the community informed about the lake's current status and proposed restoration projects. Photo by Jared Tamez.

Episodes

  1. 02/16/2023

    One Year Older and Wiser Too

    Carol-Lyn Jardine, Craig Christensen, and Ben Abbott sit down and review the milestones that have occurred over the last year in relation to Utah Lake, including where the island proposal now stands as well as the outcome for Dr. Abbott's lawsuit. They mention the need to turn our attention to the Great Salt Lake because these two bodies of water are connected. For more information, visit gsl.byu.edu

    25 min

  2. 11/14/2022

    Post-Island Utah Lake

    Carol-Lyn Jardine, Ben Abbott, and Katy Knight talk about the future of Utah Lake now that the island proposal has been rejected by the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands.

    15 min

  3. 11/14/2022

    Can I Take Down My Yard Sign?

    Carol-Lyn Jardine, Ben Abbott, and Katy Knight talk about the recent happenings with Utah Lake and when we can expect to take down our "Don't Pave Utah Lake" yard signs. You can thank your legislators by signing a petition at https://conserveutahvalley.org/petition/

    16 min

  4. 06/06/2022

    Smith Family Archeological Preserve: a conversation with Jen Morrison, part 2

    For more information about the Adelbert Doyle Smith Family Archaeological Preserve, visit their Facebook page.

    8 min

  5. 06/02/2022

    Smith Family Archeological Preserve: a conversation with Jen Morrison, part 1

    For more information about the Adelbert Doyle Smith Family Archaeological Preserve, visit their Facebook page.

    10 min

  6. 02/16/2022

    The Legislators are Listening (HB 240)

    Craig Christensen, executive director of Conserve Utah Valley, chats with Carol-Lyn Jardine, also of Conserve Utah Valley, and Dr. Ben Abbott, professor of aquatic ecology at Brigham Young University. They discuss House Bill 240, sponsored by Representative Keven Stratton, and the purpose of this amendment. They encourage citizens to get involved by calling their representative and senator and showing support for this bill. Citizens can also become informed by reading this scientific review of the Lake Restorations Solutions proposal. Stand up, speak up. This episode was recorded on February 15, 2022 and is approximately 7 minutes long.

    7 min

  7. 02/16/2022

    Utah Lake Authority (HB 232)

    Craig Christensen, executive director of Conserve Utah Valley, chats with Carol-Lyn Jardine, also of Conserve Utah Valley, and Dr. Ben Abbott, professor of aquatic ecology at Brigham Young University, about the Utah Lake Authority (HB 232). They discuss what is in the bill and any benefits or concerns that should be considered.  This episode was recorded on February 15, 2022 and is approximately 9 minutes long.

    9 min
  8. Islands on the Lake

    01/31/2022

    Islands on the Lake

    Craig Christensen, executive director for Conserve Utah Valley sits down with Dr. Ben Abbott, an ecosystems ecology professor at Brigham Young University. The briefly discuss the history of the proposal to build islands on Utah Lake and the related legislation. Visit conserveutahvalley.org, sign a petition (dont pave Utah Lake), and write your legislators.

    9 min
  9. A Lake in Recovery

    01/28/2022

    A Lake in Recovery

    Craig Christensen, executive director for Conserve Utah Valley sits down with Dr. Ben Abbott, an ecosystems ecology professor at Brigham Young University. The briefly discuss the history of Utah Lake and various restoration projects that have been completed and are on-going. Craig also mentions ways people can get involved in protecting Utah Lake. Visit conserveutahvalley.org, sign a petition (dont pave Utah Lake), and write your legislators. Dr. Abbott mentioned a website, utahlake.byu.edu There is also a rally at the Utah State Capital on Monday, February 7th at 5PM. Anyone who is interested in participating is welcome to join.

    8 min
  • 9 Episodes

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About

Representatives from Conserve Utah Valley interview various scientists and advocates for Utah Lake in an effort to keep the community informed about the lake's current status and proposed restoration projects. Photo by Jared Tamez.

Information

  • Creator
    Conserve Utah Valley
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Utah Lake Update
  • Show Website
    Utah Lake Update