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Take the See and Do Challenge THE RULES: 1. The contest runs from June 13, 2017, through Oct. 2, 2017. In order to count an activity or event toward your total, it must have been completed during the contest period.

2. Employees of the Uintah Basin Standard, Vernal Express or its parent company are not eligible to win.

Immediate family members of employees are also ineligible.

3. To win, you must provide documentation that shows you completed each activity on your submitted list.

Acceptable forms of documentation include, but are not limited to, dated receipts that include the date and the name of the venue, dated photographs of yourself at the location and ticket stubs that have a date clearly printed on them.

4. Documentation must prove that you completed each activity between June 1 and Oct. 2. If a question arises about the authenticity of submitted documentation, the publisher and editor of UB Media will determine its validity.

5. All documentation must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 2, 2017. Physical submissions must be delivered to the offices of the Uintah Basin Standard or Vernal Express before this time to be considered.

Online submissions received after 5 p.m. on Oct. 2 will not be counted.

6. None of the prizes can be redeemed for cash.

7. Any ties will be resolved by way of a drawing.

photos to be counted.

2. Via email. Digital photographs may be emailed directly to the See and Do officiators at contest@ubmedia.biz.

Use the number and title of the activity as the subject line of your email. Each picture must be original and must clearly show that you accomplished the activity within the contest period in order to be counted.

3. Via physical submission. Printed and dated photographs, ticket stubs, receipts and other forms of physical documentation may be mailed or submitted in person to the Uintah Basin Standard at 268 S. 200 E. in Roosevelt or to the Vernal Express at 60 E. 100 N. in Vernal. Each form of physical documentation must show that you completed the activity within the contest period in order to be counted. All submissions must be received by Oct. 2 at 5 p.m.

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THIRD PLACE: $250 gift basket from Duchesne County Chamber of Commerce GO-GETTER PRIZE: All competitors who complete 35 activities on the See and Do list will receive four free movie tickets.

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2017 See and Do Checklist ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

1. Paddlefest – June 16-17 2. Outlaw Trail Theater – June 19-July 1, June 21-28 3. Myton Daze – June 23-24 4. KLiC in Your Step Fundraiser – June 23 5. Movies in the Park – June 23 – Aug. 11 6. Ute Tribe Powwow – June 29-30 and July 1-2 7. Tabiona Rodeo – June 30 – July 1 8. Flaming Gorge Freedom Festival – July 2 9. Redmud Run – July 4 10. Neola Fourth of July – July 4 11. Roosevelt Independence Day Concert – July 4 12. Vernal Fourth of July Parade – July 4 13. Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo – July 6-8 14. Cow Country Jr. Rodeo – July 7 15. Dinaland Car Show – July 8 16. Cruise In and Car Show – July 14-15 17. Cow Country Rodeo – July 14-15 18. Altamont Longhorn Days – July 20-22 19. Boy Scout Breakfast – July 24 20. Pioneer Day Parade – July 24 21. UBIC – August 3-5 22. Duchesne County Fair – August 7-12 23. Daggett Days – Sept. 4 24. Starvation Family Fun Day – September 9 25. Instagram It 26. Uintah County Heritage Museum 27. Hit the Pool 28. Take a Class at the Local Library 29. Wall of Bones 30. Horseback riding 31. Echo Drive-In 32. Historical Markers 33. Nine Mile Canyon 34. Fishing 35. Hiking 36. Mountain Biking 37. Golfing 38. Dinosaur Tracks Trail 39. Rafting 40. Fireworks 41. Visit a cemetery 42. Ouray Wildlife Refuge 43. Fantasy Canyon 44. Bowling

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Paddlefest

During Paddlefest, there will be a variety of paddle crafts available for the public to try, including canoeing, rafting, paddle boarding and kayaking. You’ll be able to paddle to the Dinosaur Trackway for tours, take a paddle tour of Red Fleet, and enjoy nightly entertainment and vendor booths.

Paddlefest will be held at Red Fleet State Park on June 16-17. Events will begin at noon on Friday, and run all day Saturday.

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Myton Daze

On June 23 and 24, Myton will host “Myton Daze,” two days of community fun.

Friday evening will feature the Miss Myton pageant and annual talent show, followed by Danny Rose and Melissa Auld in a free community concert.

Activities run all day Saturday, beginning with a suicide prevention walk/run at 7 a.m. The day will include the car show, horseshoe competition, quilt show, bike races, parade and more.

That night, Back Country will perform a free community concert at 9 p.m. followed by a fireworks show

For a complete list of events, visit www.mytoncity.com and click the link for “Myton Daze.”

Experience the best of the Basin’s community theater at the Outlaw Trail Amphitheater at Western Park.

In keeping with tradition, the first show will be a musical.

Outlaw Trail Theater is proud to present the classic “Singin’ in the Rain.” It will run from June 19-July 1.

In addition to the musical, Outlaw Trail Theater will also present a Wild West Melodrama, “Showtime on the Showboat . . . Don’t Throw Garbage in the River!” The melodrama will run on Wednesday nights from June 21-28.

Tickets for both shows are available online at www. outlawtrailtheater.com. Tickets are $11 for adults and $8 for children.

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KLiC In Your Step Fundraiser

Want to help the fight against cancer by supporting a charitable organization whose funds go to help local families?

Then clear your calendar to participate in the annual KLiC In Your Step fundraiser on June 23.

The event is hosted by Keeping Love in Communities, a Basin charity who helps cancer fighters and survivors, as well as their family members, right here in the Basin. All the money KLiC raises stays right here in the Basin to help local families.

This year’s fundraiser will be held at the Duchesne High School football field and will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 23. The evening will feature a chuckwagon dinner, live entertainment, a cornhole tournament, live auction, survivor ceremony, balloon release and raffle for a youth 4-wheeler.

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Movies in the Park

The Uintah Recreation District is providing a great way for the community to get together this summer with their free Movies in the Park.

Everyone is invited to grab their blankets, chairs and treats to come and enjoy a movie under the stars. All movies will be shown in the park adjacent to the Uintah Community Center, and will begin at dusk.

The schedule is as follows: June 23 – Storks, July 14 – Finding Dory, July 28 – Secret Life of Pets and Aug. 11 – Beauty and the Beast or Lego Batman.

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Tabiona Rodeo

Load up the family and head up to Tabiona the weekend before the Fourth of July to enjoy the annual Tabiona Rodeo.

This event will feature barrel racing, bronc and bull riding, and much more. The two-day community celebration also includes a morning parade on July 1 at 10 a.m. and fireworks show that evening.

The rodeo is held each year at the Tabby Valley Centennial Park in Tabiona.

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Flaming Gorge Freedom Festival

The Flaming Gorge area will celebrate our nation’s independence on Saturday, July 2, in Dutch John.

Flaming Gorge Resort’s annual classic car show begins at noon and lasts until 5 p.m. In addition to giving attendees the chance to see plenty of vintage cars, the event also includes fun activities for the entire family.

The annual Freedom Fesitval also features live entertainment, fireworks and fun family activities. For more information, visit www.daggettcounty.org

Ute Tribe Powwow

The annual Ute Tribe Pow Wow runs this year from June 29 to July 2.

The Pow Wow is a weekend of dance, drum

competition, circles of friendship, grand entries and more.

Attending the Pow Wow is a unique experience, and

one that every Uintah Basin resident or visitor should have.

Pow Wow grounds are seven miles east of Roosevelt in Fort Duchesne and will be filled with booths selling authentic crafts, food and other concessions.

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Redmud Run

The annual Red Mud Run is returning to Roosevelt this 4th of July, and it’s going to be bigger, better and filthier than ever.

The run will be held on Tuesday, July 4, at Constitution Park. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m., and the run kicks off at 11 a.m.

Awards will be given to winners, and prizes will be offered to teams and individuals for best dressed costumes and muddiest runners.

Rates for the race vary by age. For full pricing information, and to register for the race, visit www.rooseveltcity. com and follow the link for “Red Mud Run.”

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Neola Fourth of July

Nobody puts on a family celebration quite like the folks in Neola.

Head up north to Neola this Fourth of July to participate in a full day of fun family events as we celebrate Independence Day.

Perhaps the highlight of the day’s celebrations is the annual Neola Parade, which kicks off at 10 a.m. on July 4. Make sure you get there early to park your car and grab a seat along the parade route.

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Independence Day Concert

Kick off your shoes and dance in the grass or bring a chair and soak up the sound at the annual Fourth of July concert in the park on July 4 in Roosevelt.

The Basin Arts Council sponsors the Independence Day Concert each year. They bring in talented performers from around the state to show their talents for the Basin audience.

Best of all, the 4th of July concert is always completely free to the public. This year’s headliner will be the band Linkin Bridge.

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Constitution Park and will be followed by fireworks at dusk.

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Vernal July 4th Parade

Uintah County residents can celebrate Independence Day in style at the annual July 4th Parade in Vernal.

The parade will be held on Tuesday, July 4, at 10 a.m.

This year’s theme is “America the Beautiful.”

Prizes will be given this year for most patriotic, best flag display, little patriot and most unique entries.

For more information, contact the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce at 435-789-1352.

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Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo

The Basin’s favorite rodeo is set to return this July.

This year’s rodeo action is on July 6-8, so be sure to secure your tickets today for one of the premier rodeos in the country. The rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. each night.

Check online at www.vernalrodeo.com for a complete listing of rodeo events.

Tickets are $18 for reserved seating, $15 for general admission, and $6 for children. Tickets can be purchased online at www.vernalrodeo.com. For any questions on ticket sales, or group sales of 10 or more, call 435-828-1584.

We proudly look back and see how far we have come and, with confidence, we look forward to the years ahead.

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Cow Country Jr. Rodeo

Cowgirls and cowboys 17 and under are invited to participate in the Cow Country Junior Rodeo Series in Manila.

This succession of five rodeos is designed so participants can win cash prizes at each rodeo as well as collect points toward an all-around prize, which will be given out following the last rodeo in September.

This summer, the first series of the rodeo kicks off on July 7. The rodeo will run from 1 p.m. till 8 p.m. in Manila.

For more information about the Cow Country Jr. Rodeo, call 307-874-6193.

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Dinaland Car Show

The 16th annual Dinaland Car Show will return to Vernal this summer.

This year’s event will be held on July 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will feature a variety of fun events for the whole family.

In addition the beautiful classic cars on display, attendees can enjoy fire trucks, the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office safety fair, a craft fair, food vendors and a bouncy castle and slides for the kids.

The address for the Dinaland Car Show is 500 N. 900 W. in Vernal. For more visit www.dinalandcarshow.com

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Cruise In and Car Show

Want to take a stroll back in time? Bring your sweethears, rat rods, classics cars, trucks, tuners and motorcycles to enjoy all the fun at this year’s Cruise In and Car Show.

This weekend of events kicks off on Friday, July 14 with the burnout contest at 5 p.m. The contest will be held at Constitution Park, and is always packed, so get there early to make sure you get a good view of the action.

On Saturday, July 15, the public is invited to come out and attend the classic car show, which runs from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. at Constitution Park. There will be music provided

by Rockin Hot Rod productions, along with dozens of classic vehicles to admire and enjoy.

For more information, visit www.uintahbasincar.com

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Cow Country Rodeo

The Cow Country Rodeo has been running in one form or another since the 1930s. Until recently, it had been put on annually by the Daggett Lion’s Club with proceeds benefiting the local community.

Now it is run as a partnership with the Lion’s Club, Daggett County and a host of other local organizations providing staff and assistance to the rodeo. The Rodeo is part of the Rocky Mountain Professional Rodeo Association (RMPRA).

This year’s rodeo will be held on July 14-15 at the Manila fairgrounds. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., with the rodeo action kicking off at 7:30 p.m. on both evenings.

For more information, call 435-277-0709.

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Altamont Longhorn Days

Altamont may be a small community, but they know how to throw a huge celebration. Spend the week leading up to Pioneer Day at Altamont Longhorn Days.

This year, Longhorn Days will run from July 20-22 and will feature a huge variety of events for attendees of all ages to enjoy.

Monday begins with Family Night activities, and throughout the week, visitors can enjoy the baby show, rodeo, patriotic program, parade and much more.

Of course, the celebration will end with a huge fireworks display, followed by dancing at the park.

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Boy Scout Breakfast

There’s only one way to kick off the celebrations on Pioneer Day: by enjoying a pancake breakfast courtesy of the Boy Scouts of America.

This annual event is being sponsored this year by Anadarko, and is open to the public. The scout breakfast always features pancakes, eggs, bacon and sausage in quantities that could feed a small army. The food is plentiful, and it’s delicious.

Talk to your local Boy Scout troop to get your tickets to the annual Pioneer Day breakfast.

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Pioneer Day Parade

The biggest Pioneer Day parade in the Basin will be held in Vernal on July 24.

This year, the parade will kick off at 10 a.m., following

the annual Boy Scout Breakfast. This year’s parade theme is “Love Thy Neighbor.”

Attendees can see floats and performances from a variety of area businesses and organizations. Of course, there will be plenty of candy and other goodies for the kids (and the adults).

For more information, contact Jimmy Justice at 435 828-7867 or Ruth Sand at 801-734-0649.

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UBIC

If you had to pick one single event that screamed summer time in the Uintah Basin, you would probably choose UBIC (The Uintah Basin in Celebration) scheduled for Aug. 3-5.

As always, this year’s celebration promises to be packed with quality entertainment and fun-filled activities.

Many talented local and professional entertainers will also perform each night during the event. Sitting on the grassy hills of Roosevelt’s Constitution Park and listening to live talent makes for a great evening.

A complete listing of activities and times will be printed and sent out with the Uintah Basin Standard before UBIC.

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Duchesne County Fair

There’s magic in the air at this year’s Duchesne County Fair.

The fair will be held from Aug. 7-12 at the fairgrounds in Duchesne City. This annual event brings the whole county together for good food and good fun.

Many favorite events from years past will be returning this year, including arena cross, the baby show, the livestock auction, the demolition derby, the talent show, the rodeo, and much more.

A full schedule of events can be found online at www. duchesnecountyfair.com. Some events require tickets for entry, which can also be purchased online.

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Daggett Days

Daggett County’s annual Labor Day celebration is a party not to be missed!

Join the Flaming Gorge Chamber as they celebrate Labor Day weekend with a parade, kids activities and the evening Parade of Lights and Fireworks display! The celebration will run from Sept. 2-4.

Saturday morning starts with a parade at 10 a.m. followed by activities in the park. The annual boat parade of lights will be held on Flaming Gorge at 8 p.m. that evening, and will be followed by a fireworks display.

Events for the whole family run the remainder of the weekend, and finish on Labor Day morning with the Jr. Rodeo Series Finals starting at 10 a.m. at the rodeo grounds.

Don’t miss this fun weekend!

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Starvation Family Fun Day

The annual Starvation Family Fun Day is the perfect way to bid summer farewell in style.

This year’s Family Fun Day will be held on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 10 a.m. till 3 p.m. Party-goers from around the Uintah Basin gather at the pavilions on the lakeside to participate in games, activities, contests, giveaways and lake activities galore. Everyone is invited to attend this end-of-summer celebration.

Regular Starvation State Park fees apply for attendees.

Family Fun Day is held in conjunction with Utah’s longest running walleye tournament, the Starvation Walleye Classic,

Even if you don’t fish, plan to bring the family and watch as some of the nation’s most talented anglers use their skill to land the elusive walleye. You can be part of the excitement as teams bring in their catches to be weighed and measured.

Additional details and entry forms for the fishing competitions can be found online at www.starvationclassic.com.

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Instagram It!

What’s your favorite summer activity in the Uintah Basin? Show us on Instagram!

Instagram is the best of social networking. It’s an app for your smart phone that allows you to take photos and short videos, add a filter and share them with your friends. The best part? Using Instagram is absolutely free! Just download the program to your phone, create your own username and password, and you’re ready to go!

Take a photo of your favorite thing about summer in the Basin, and post it to Instagram. Use the caption “My Favorite Thing about Summer” and hashtag it #UBseeanddo so that we can find your post.

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Uintah County Heritage Museum

Take a glimpse into the storied past of the Uintah Basin at the Uintah County Heritage Museum, formerly known as the Western Heritage Museum, in Vernal.

The Uintah County Heritage Museum is located at 155 E. Main Street in Vernal. They are open from 9 a.m. till 7:30 p.m.

Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. till 6 p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. on Saturday. They are closed Sundays and holidays.

For more information, visit them online at www. uintahmuseum.org.

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Hit the Pool

Don’t be a fish out of water when it comes to knowing just how wonderful swimming is for your mind, body and soul.

The Duchesne City Pool, 95 N. 100 W., opens at 6 a.m. for a two-hour lap swim. Open swim is Monday through Saturday from 1-5 p.m. Private parties may reserve the pool from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information call 435-738-2536.

The Roosevelt Aquatic Center is in its second summer and features an indoor swimming pool with lap swimming and play areas, as well as an outdoor pool with a variety of children’s play structures. The center features a variety of fitness classes and swimming lessons. Outdoor open swim is held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Monday-Friday, and full facility open swim is held from 1:45-6:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

The Roosevelt Aquatic Center is located at 92 W. Lagoon Street. Pool personnel can be reached at 435-722-4851.

For a complete schedule and pricing, go to www.rooseveltcity. com/170/Aquatic-Center.

There are two pools in Vernal inside the Uintah Community Center - a leisure and a lap pool. Open swim is held from 1-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday, as well as from 6-8 p.m.

Monday-Friday. On holidays, open swim is from 1-4 p.m.

Other scheduled swim times, as well as daily fees, can be found online at www.uintahrecreation.org.

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Take a Class at the Local Library

Learning doesn’t stop when school is out, and the best place to learn something new is your local library. The Duchesne, Roosevelt and Uintah County libraries offer a variety of classes and events running throughout the summer months.

At the Duchesne Branch Library in Duchesne, patrons can participate in Love and Logic and Food Sense classes taught in partnership with USU. Keep up with all the latest from the Duchesne Library by following them on Facebook at www. facebook.com/duchesnelibrary.

The Roosevelt Branch Library offers activities like Lego Club, story time and monthly parties that make reading interactive for people of all ages. You can stay up to date with everything offered at the Roosevelt Library by visiting their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/rooseveltutahlibrary.

The Uintah County Library has a full slate of classes and activities, including robotics camp, essential oils class, zentangle art class, Love and Logic classes and much more. A full schedule of classes and events can be found online at www. uintahlibrary.org.

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Wall of Bones

The Dinosaur National Monument, located just past Jensen in Uintah County, offers a variety of things to do and see, but perhaps the most recognizable is the wall of bones at the Quarry Exhibit Hall.

The Quarry Exhibit Hall is located over the worldfamous Carnegie Dinosaur Quarry. The Quarry Exhibit Hall allows visitors to view the wall of approximately 1,500 dinosaur bones in a refurbished, comfortable space. Exhibits, including an 80-foot long mural, reveal the story of these animals and many others that lived in the Morrison environment during the late Jurassic. There are even several places where you can touch real 149 million year old dinosaur fossils.

To get to the Wall of Bones in the Quarry Exhibit Hall, visitors must first stop at the Quarry Visitor Center, located approximately 1/4-mile away. Depending on the time of year, access will either be by shuttle bus or personal vehicle.

For more information, as well as driving directions, visit www.nps.gov/dino.

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Presently serving over 20,000 memberconsumers in northeastern Utah and western Colorado, Moon Lake Electric is a locally-owned Cooperative, with a history of nearly 80 years of providing dependable and affordable electric service to its membership.

Our well trained workforce of 90 employees and our state of the art electrical system have set a standard of excellence in the electric utility industry.

The “Cooperative Advantage” of Local ownership, Local control, and Member involvement, are hallmarks in today’s business environment.

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Horseback Riding

There are a lot of great ways to enjoy the outdoors during the summer, but one of the best is from the back of a horse. The Uintah Basin offers numerous trails for exploring on horseback.

The Uinta Mountains are host to a plethora of magnificent and breath-taking trails for riders to experience.

According to the Forest Service website, all mountain trails in Duchesne County are open to horses and other pack animals.

You can saddle up for a quick day trip, or spend several days exploring the mountains on horseback. A full list of trails in the Uinta Mountains can be found online at www.fs.usda.gov. Click the dropdown menu for recreation, and follow the link for horse riding and camping.

Dinosaur National Monument also permits horses and pack animals on its many trails. Day use is available without a permit, and horseback travel is permitted on any dirt road open to vehicle traffic, with the exception of the Cub Creek Road to Josie Bassett’s cabin. Animals must be kept 10 feet from the shoulder of any paved roads, unless crossing the road.

Of course, it isn’t necessary to venture into the backcountry to enjoy riding a horse this summer. There are rodeo grounds, trails, and open fields all around the Basin that offer plenty of opportunity to saddle up and enjoy the scenery from the back of a horse.

Echo Drive-In

There is a piece of history in Roosevelt that has been part of the community for more than 60 years. The Echo Drive In sits quietly on Highway 40 for most of the year, devoid of cars and patrons. Except during the summer when its packed nearly every Friday and Saturday night from May through September.

The Echo Drive In was built by Leland Stevenson in 1956 and has been in operation since then. It opens its doors every weekend to welcome patrons from around the Uintah Basin who are looking for a slice of classic Americana.

For movie information, call 435-722-2095 or visit their website at www.rooseveltmovies.com.

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Historical Markers

Did you know that the first log cabin erected by white man in the Uintah Basin was built around 1873? Or that the famed Dominguez-Escalante Expedition explored the area and crossed the Green River back in 1776? Or that the first official school in the area was in Jensen?

You can learn even more about the Uintah Basin’s rich history — and even see important places in person — by visiting some of the 44 historical markers scattered all over the region.

A description of these markers — 27 in Uintah County and 17 in Duchesne County — and their exact locations can be seen by going http://www.uintahbasintah.org/hmarker1.htm.

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Nine Mile Canyon

Some of the most spectacular rock art in Utah is to be found in Nine Mile Canyon northeast of Price. More than 10,000 prehistoric images exist in the canyon that actually runs 40 miles, this remote canyon has been called “the world’s longest art gallery.”

Nine Mile Canyon’s rock art has been featured in National Geographic and many other publications because of its beauty and intensity. Over 1,000 sites have been cataloged to date. Large panels of pictographs and petroglyphs can be found just a few feet from the road. Travelers can wonder at the meaning of the carvings of goats, people, calendars and Indian Gods.

From Myton, travel west 1.6 miles on Highway 40. Exit on the first paved road to your left and go 0.3 miles. You will reach a Backcountry Byway sign and information kiosk; you are on the historic trail headed for Nine Mile Canyon. After leaving the kiosk, travel 1.4 miles to a historic monument.

Take the paved road to the right of the monument. Nine Mile Canyon is 37 miles from the monument. You will enter Nine Mile Canyon at the information guides running mileage of (38.7).

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Fishing

There are many places to go fishing around the Uintah Basin. From major reservoirs to high mountain lakes, every local has a favorite spot.

When it comes to deciding where you want to fish, the possibilities are endless. Consider how much time you have and what kind of fishing you want to do. This region is blessed with well-stocked reservoirs within a half hour of nearly any city, town or hamlet, which makes for a quick trip.

For a lengthier outing, hike or take a pack trip to the mountain lakes in the High Uintas Wilderness Area for a great place to catch trout.

Remember to have a valid fishing license on-hand and check the proclamation before wetting a line.

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Hiking

If you’re looking for adventure you can find on your own two feet, take a hike on one of the many trails in the Uintah Basin.

An easy four-mile route that provides a fine introduction

to the Flaming Gorge area is the Bear Canyon Bootleg Trail. The double track dirt road is well maintained and offers views of Red Canyon and Lake Flaming Gorge from an overlook at the end of the trail. The trail head is just beyond Flaming Gorge Lodge and is clearly marked.

Red Canyon Rim has a two- to nine-mile trail that gives hikers a spectacular view of Red Canyon, a gorge carved over the years by the mighty Green River. The route follows the south side of the canyon rim and offers dramatic color contrast between the red walls of Red Canyon and the lake below.

To find this trail head go to the Red Canyon Visitor Center turnoff about 40 miles from Vernal on U.S. Highway 191 (UT-44). The turnoff is located between milepost 3 and 4 on UT44. The singletrack trail head begins next to the restroom on the right side of the parking lot. The trail is clearly marked by blue diamonds on the trees.

For complete information on day hikes in the Basin area, visit the Forest Service Website at http://www.fs.usda.gov/ recarea/uwcnf/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=8983&actid=50.

The truly adventurous hiker should plan a trip to Kings Peak. At 13,528 feet, this is the highest peak in Utah.

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Mountain Biking

It didn’t come as a surprise to most hardcore Uintah Basin mountain bikers when “Bike” magazine named Vernal the next Moab.

From Roosevelt to Lapoint and Vernal to Jensen, there are trails that give beginners a chance to fall in love with mountain biking and trails that challenge even the most experienced riders.

In the Basin, the primary two-wheeled playground is the McCoy Flats area, about seven miles west of Vernal on U.S. Highway 40. This location offers trails for riders of all fitness and skill levels.

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Golfing

Whether you enjoy swinging clubs or just driving around in the cart, a round of golf is a great way to enjoy the outdoors in the summer. The Basin boasts two great golf courses for anyone looking for a game.

There are plenty of challenges at the 18-hole Dinaland Golf Course in Vernal to keep golfers busy for the entire summer.

Green fees are $13 for nine holes and $23 for 18 holes.

For more information, or to reserve your tee time, call Dinaland at 435-781-1428.

The 18-hole Roosevelt Municipal Golf Course features 7,049 yards of golf from the longest tee for a par of 72. On weekends, adults can enjoy nine holes for $13.50, and 18 holes for $43.75. Youth pay $6.75 for nine holes. Seniors only need $11.50 for nine holes. The course is open from 7 a.m. until dark.

For more information, or to reserve your tee time online, visit www.golfrooseveltcity.com.

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Dinosaur Tracks Trail

The Bureau of Land Management’s Dinosaur Tracks Trail is a unique day hiking experience.

This hike in Red Fleet State Park exposes visitors to a range of desert vegetation and an uncommon example of the area’s rich fossil remnants from the age of dinosaurs. The 1.5 mile trail is marked with brown or yellow markers and wanders moderately up and down through rocky terrain to the shore of Red Fleet Reservoir. The trail ends at the last post (#18).

The trailhead is located at 8750 N. Hwy 191 in Vernal.

The hike is approximately 3 miles out and back.

There are several hundred tracks around this site. If you are visiting the trackway in the spring or early summer, the reservoir may be full, obscuring some tracks.

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Rafting

One of the nation’s premier river rafting destinations is located in your very own backyard. The Green River is appropriately revered by outdoor enthusiasts as a world-class destination for fun.

In the Uintah Basin, most river runners choose to make a day-long trip down Split Mountain. Depending on river levels and the time of year, this 8-mile trip can be intense. Split Mountain Canyon features a series of Class III rapids that can challenge the most athletically inclined, so make sure you’re prepared with life jackets and the necessary expertise.

In a typical year, Split Mountain can be run from April to October.

Dinosaur National Monument also offers numerous rafting opportunities, including day trips and longer trips for more experience rafters. Permits are required for rafting in the monument. Learn more at www.nps.gov/dino.

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Fireworks

Here in the Uintah Basin, we find any reason we can to set off fireworks. With over a half-dozen firework displays scheduled to go off this summer, there is no excuse for not seeing one of these colorful extravaganzas in person.

All summer long, Basin communities have scheduled fireworks shows in conjunction with events like UBIC and the fair.

Of course, you don’t need to attend a city-sponsored show to enjoy fireworks this summer. Individuals can always have their own private fireworks shows from the comfort of their own homes.

Please check with individual city offices for information regarding fireworks ordinances in your area.

Visit a Cemetery

Tucked away in picturesque nooks around the Uintah Basin are at least 40 cemeteries.

The names and maps from 29 of these cemeteries are

now recorded on a web site called namesinstone.com. This site allows for better management of the cemetery records and helps visitors who are looking for family and graves.

A list of area cemeteries and brief descriptions of each

can be found at www.uintahlibrary.org/cemetery.

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Ouray Wildlife Refuge

For centuries, thousands of waterfowl, songbirds and other wildlife have flocked to the Green River to find water in the harsh desert of northeastern Utah. Ouray National Wildlife Refuge and Ouray National Fish Hatchery are aptly located along this life-sustaining river.

A 12-mile self-guided auto tour winds through the refuge giving visitors opportunities to view the wildlife. Mammals in the refuge include porcupine, white-tailed prairie dogs, mule deer, elk and pronghorn.

For more information on the Ouray National Wildlife Refuge, visit www.fws.gov/refuge/ouray/.

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Bowling

Ute Lanes in Fort Duchesne is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and closed on Sunday. The bowling alley is on U.S. Highway 40 across from a very upcoming and busy Ute Plaza. Prices are $4 per game, $2 for shoe rental, and $25 per lane per hour. For more information, visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/utelanes.

A second bowling alley, Duchesne Eagle Lanes, is located in Duchesne. This bowling alley offers open lane times throughout the week, as well as league play. It is also available for parties and group outings with a reservation. For more information, call 435-738-2572.

Fantasy Canyon

Erosion has created some of the most unusual rock formation in the world and deposited them an easy 25-mile drive south of Vernal in what is called Fantasy Canyon. The formation is not really a canyon but is part of a larger area designated as The Devil’s Playground.

Geologists say the unusual shapes were created by uplifted sandstone, siltstone and shale originally deposited from Lake Uinta 38 to 50 million years ago during the Eocene Epoch.

Anyone planning to visit the area should stop past the Vernal field office of the Bureau of Land Management located at 170 S. 500 E. to obtain directions, a map, and conditions of the partially-paved road.

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Diamond Mountain Speedway

The Diamond Mountain Speedway is a 3/8-mile banked dirt oval track located at 6500 E. Brushcreek Road in Vernal.

The track is a great destination for established fans of dirt track racing, as well as those just getting into the sport.

Races are scheduled for the following dates: June 2324, July 28-29, Aug. 11-12 and Sept. 22-23.

For more information about the Diamond Mountain Speedway, visit their website at www. diamondmountainspeedway.com or call 435-790-1458.

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Browns Draw Reservoir

Browns Draw Reservoir is located near Neola. Getting there can be a little tricky if you’ve never been before, but a GPS can help. The coordinates for the lake are 40.427848 (latitude), -110.125269 (longitude).

Browns Draw is one of the Basin’s smaller reservoirs, but it’s a great spot for fishing, swimming, kayaking or simply enjoying a picnic on the shore. Fisherman can expect to find brown trout, rainbow trout and cutthroat trout in the lake.

When water levels are high, there is also a waterfall at Browns Draw. It takes a bit of a hike to get there, but it’s definitely worth the views.

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Strawberry Pinnacles

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Red Canyon Lodge

Discover one of Utah’s hidden treasures, Red Canyon Lodge in Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. The Lodge is surrounded by Flaming Gorge’s incredible scenery, abundant wildlife and a huge variety of outdoor recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, world-class fly fishing and boating. Experience your outdoor adventure Red Canyon Lodge style, and find out why they’re the premier resort in the heart of Flaming Gorge Country!

You’ll be spoiled with handcrafted log cabins, fine dining, on-site recreation and friendly service, all in a beautiful setting of forest and meadows, with a serene private lake as your front yard. Of course, we hope you don’t mind sharing with the locals...the osprey, moose and mule deer that call it home.

For more information, or to make reservations, visit www.redcanyonlodge.com or call 435-889-3759.

The majestic rock formations and the sheer cliffs of the Strawberry Pinnacles look more like they belong in the Grand Canyon than in northeastern Utah.

There are miles of trails winding through the giant rock formations, and the Strawberry River provides excellent fishing.

Steep canyon walls protect an abundance of wildlife.

To reach the Strawberry Pinnacles take U.S. Highway 40 and turn south at the Strawberry Pinnacles turnoff, about three miles east of Fruitland or 21 miles west of Duchesne.

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Moonshine Arch

Stone arches are an iconic piece of the Utah landscape.

Arches National Park is famous around the world, and while you could make the drive to Moab to see these natural wonders, why not visit an arch that’s much closer to home?

Moonshine Arch is located just outside Vernal. After an eight-mile drive down Highway 191, followed by a mile-and-ahalf hike through some scenic landscape, you’ll come upon the splendor of Moonshine Arch.

It can be a little tricky to find the entrance from Highway 191. The road is primitive, rutted and not advised when wet. It’s best taken in a four-wheel-drive vehicle with high clearance.

Cars and SUVS can make part of the trip by road and find a place to park if the road seems too rutted, wet or sandy for safe travel.

Once you reach the general vicinity of the trailhead, you will be directed by metal signs pointing the way. There is parking available at the trailhead, so you can leave your vehicle and take a pleasant hike to the arch. There are a few places of steep elevation, so wear sturdy hiking shoes and pack plenty of water during warmer weather.

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Spelunking

Some of nature’s coolest scenery can only be found under the ground. The Uintah Basin boasts several great caves to explore this summer.

Big Brush Creek Cave is located in the High Uinta Mountains near Vernal. It is the second longest cave in Utah at 4.92 miles and 858 feet deep. This cave is part of larger caving system and is similar to its brother, Little Brush Creek Cave.

There are many passageways that are easy for beginners, but there are also more advanced passages for experienced cavers.

Pole Creek Cave is located about 30 miles north of Roosevelt. The cave is located in Uintah Canyon, and the GPS coordinates for the cave entrance are 40°36´24.28” N, 110°5´12.72” W.

The best time to visit Pole Creek Cave is from AugustOctober, since it experiences a heavy flow of water in the spring and early summer. When it’s dry, Pole Creek Cave is a large horizontal cave approximately 900 feet long that ends at a pool of water which remains year round.

Whiterocks Cave can only be explored with a scheduled appointment. Reservations are made via lottery system, and those who want to visit must contact the Ashley National Forest Office in Vernal to apply..

No matter which cave you’re exploring this summer, it’s important to dress warmly, bring flashlights and extra batteries, and contact the Forest Service first. They can be reached at 435789-1181.

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1915 Chapel House

One of the most beautiful buildings in Myton is being restored to all its former glory.

The old Presbyterian Church, now known as the 1915 Chapel House, is on its way to becoming part of the National Register of Historic Places. Owner Reed Cowan has been hard at work on restoring the old building while preserving the authenticity of its past.

Stop by this beautiful property in Myton and see and living piece of history.

For more information on the property and its journey to the Historic Register, visit them at www.1915chapel.com.

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Camping

It wouldn’t be summer without spending a night or two under the stars.

The Uintah Basin boasts numerous campgrounds in its National Forests and State Parks. While you’re hitting some favorite Basin destinations over the next few months, why pack up a tent or trailer and spend a few days enjoying the great outdoors?

If you’re strapped for time this summer, or if venturing out into the forest isn’t your style, you can always enjoy a backyard campout. Put up a tent if you have one, or just sleep under the stars and enjoy the peaceful summer nights.

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Visit a Veterans Memorial

Communities all around the Basin have memorials to honor our nation’s veterans. Among the most prominent of these is the veterans memorial in Duchesne City. It features bronze statues and large plaques with the names of Uintah Basin veterans who have served in the United States armed forces.

There are many other memorials around the Basin, in ares like Altamont, Fort Duchesne, Vernal and more.

Stop by one of the Basin’s many memorials this summer and pay your respects to those who have served.

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ATV and Off-Roading

Hundreds of miles of OHV and ATV trails are scattered across the Uintah Basin. For specifics, maps are available at U.S. Forest Service offices in Duchesne, Roosevelt, Vernal and Manila. Bureau of Land Management maps are available at the agency’s Vernal office. These maps provide detailed information about routes and elevations of trails in the region.

Riders headed for the hills are cautioned to wear sturdy shoes and make sure vehicles are in good repair. Take food and water, a first aid kit, a flashlight and a jacket for comfort and safety. Utah law and federal regulations require riders to stay on designated trails.

For the history buff, some of the Uintah Basin’s OHV trails even provide riders with a unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of the past. On the Diamond Mountain Plateau and in Brown’s Park, ATV riders can cross the same rugged terrain where Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid wandered years ago.

The following is a list of two of the most popular ATV and OHV trails in the Basin. Both are operated by the Ashley National Forest.

Yellowstone: The Yellowstone ATV trail is located among yellow rock formations at the foot of the Uinta Mountains.

The trail contains 44 miles of rideable country, including two separate loops: the Petty Mountain Loop and the Dry Gulch Loop. Elevation changes from 8,000 feet to 10,400 feet.

To access the trail, drive north from Duchesne on state Road 87 past Talmage. Turn left on county Road 113. Drive north through Mountain Home to the Yellowstone turnoff on the right. The road from there is gravel, with large rocks protruding at points along the way. Proceed to the Yellowstone or Bridge campgrounds.

Outlaw ATV/OHV Trail: The 38-mile long Outlaw trail boasts a handful of different access points and a whole lot of varied terrain.

For a map or directions to the various access points, visit the Vernal district office or call 435-789-1181.

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Build a Bonfire

Treasured memories are often made while gathered around a bonfire on a summer night. Light up your own fire this summer and enjoy this great tradition.

Bonfires are great for warmth while camping, and for cooking over the fire. Roast hot dogs, make s’mores, and enjoy that smoky taste that you can’t find anywhere else.

It’s important to follow safety rules when building a fire, whether it’s in a campground or your own backyard. Keep the size of your fire manageable, and make sure that when you put it out, you extinguish all the embers, not just the red ones. Don’t leave a fire unattended, and don’t walk away from it until all the material is cool.

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Have a Picnic

Pack a cooler full of food and drinks, some firewood and matches, and whatever toys you can think of that – with proper use – might help reduce your children’s endless supply of energy.

The Uintah Basin is full of picnic locations that can provide hours of fun for the whole family.

Don’t come home until the kids are suitably stickyfingered, red-cheeked and ready for naps or bedtime.

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USU Campus

Utah State University keeps campuses in Vernal and Roosevelt. The campus is open to tours and information is available about programs offered there.

Stop by the USU campus this summer in either Vernal or Roosevelt. Learn a little bit about what they have available or just enjoy the atmosphere. For more information, visit uintahbasin.usu.edu

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UBATC Campus

The Uintah Basin Applied Technology College just seems to keep growing. With two campuses in Vernal and Roosevelt, the school provides vocational training for students of all ages.

Visit UBATC this summer to learn about all the classes they have available. Why not sign up for a culinary arts class, or take a photography course, or learn some new business skills?

Even if you’re not interested in classes, there’s plenty to see at UBATC.

For more information, visit www.ubatc.edu.

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Accommodations in Duchesne County Lodging Roosevelt:

Frontier Motel and Grill .........................................(435) 722-2201 75 S. 200 E. Winterton Suites ....................................................(435) 725-1990 1024 W. Hwy 40 www.wintertonsuites.com

Tabiona:

Sagebrush Inn .......................................................(435) 848-5637 Main Street Tabiona

Duchesne:

Winterton Suites ....................................................(435) 725-1990 75 S. 100 W. Duchesne www.wintertonsuites.com Harrison Inn ...........................................................(435) 738-2544 165 S. Center St. Duchesne Studio 6 ..................................................................(435) 738-6666 52 South 500 West Duchesne

Guides and Outfitters Wild Mountain Outfitters .......................................(435) 635-2225 Shawn Labrum www.shawnlabrum.com J/L Ranch Outfitter & Guides, Inc ........................(435) 353-4049 P.O. Box 129 Whiterocks Uintah Gateway Outfitters ....................................(435) 454-3332 www.rockcreekstorebbcom/outfitters Flying J Outfitters, Inc ................ (435) 646-3208,(866) 852-9880

Hunting Preserves Pleasant Valley Hunting Preserve .......................(435) 646-3194 3800 W. 10000 S. Pleasant Valley www.pbhunting.com

R.V. Parks and Camping Roosevelt R.V. Parks:

SET RV Park ...........................................................(435) 200-5252 Behind the Maverik in Ballard City, East of Roosevelt

Duchesne City R.V. Parks:

Retrailia Resort ......................................................(435) 738-2044 Hogan R.V. Park ..........................(435) 823-5556, (435) 738-2004 East Main St.

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Myton R.V. Parks:

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Seasonal R. V. Parks:

Extended Stay Cottages Weekly & Monthly........(435) 823-5456 210 S. 200 E. Myton extendedstaycottages.com

Duchesne:

Strawberry River Bed and Breakfast ....................(801)518-0419 292 E. 400 S. Duchesne

Duchesne County:

Mt. Home Inn & Store ............................................(435) 454-3853 6801 N. 21000 W. Mountain Home www.mountainhomeinnutah.com Pinnacle Lodge Camelot Resort ..........................(801)641-2798 40019 W. Strawberry River Road www.utahcamelotresort.com Falcon’s Ledge .......................................................(435)454-3737 Altamont, Utah www.falconsledge.com The Lodge at Hidden Springs Ranch ..................(435) 454-3737 15000 W. 8000 N. Altamont www.hiddenspringsutah.com Moon Lake Resort ......................(435) 454-3142, (970) 731-9906 P. O. Box 510070 Mountain Home www.moonlakeresort.com L C Ranch ...............................................................(435) 454-3750 14535 W. 4000 N. Altamont www.lcranch.com Tabby Country Cabins ............... (435) 848-5584, (435) 724-0993 Located between Tabiona and Hanna on Hwy 35 at mile marker 41 Reid Ranch ..................................(801) 486-5083, (800)4 68-3274 greid@reidranch.com Six Lakes Fishing and Wildlife Preserve(435) 454-3737, (877) 879-3737 500 N. 12850 W. Altamont Rock Creek Guest Ranch .....................................(435) 454-3332 www.rockcreekguestranch.net Pinn Willies ............................................................(435) 454-3978 HC 3 Box 234, Located 12 miles north of Duchesne on Hwy 87

Warm Springs Retreat .........................................(435) 8733-0094 HC 63 Box 2-B Hanna Defa’s Dude Ranch ................................................(435) 848-5590 16530 N. County Road 7 Hanna

Uintah Basin R.V. Park ..........................................(435) 621-6130 K & M RV Park........................................................(435) 823-0393 Riverview RV Park .................................................(435) 823-2796 Defa’s Dude Ranch ................................................(435) 848-5590 16530 N. County Road 7 Hanna Star View RV Park..................................................(435) 848-5637 Located behind the Sagebrush Inn, Tabiona Fabrizio’s Over the Hill R.V. Park ........................(435) 848-5405 Main Street Hanna www.overthehillrv.com Old Mill Park and Gift Shop ..................................(435) 848-5648 41051 W. Hwy 35 Hanna www.oldmillgiftshop.com Pinnacle Camelot RV Park ....................................(801) 641-2798 40019 W. Strawberry River Road, Strawberry www.utahcamelotresort.com Rock Creek RV Hook-Ups .....................................(435) 454-3332 www.rockcreekguestranch.net. Located up Rock Creek Canyon, Mountain Home Pinn Willies RV Park..............................................(435) 454-3978 Located 12 miles north of Duchesne on Hwy 87 Duchesne Starvation State Park ............................................(435) 738-0584 Starvation Reservoir Duchesne www.stateparks.utah.gov/parks/starvation

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Arby’s .....................................................................(435) 722-1311 169 N. 200 E. Chevron Hot Stuff Pizza ........................................(435) 722-0999 545 E. 200 N. Gandolfo’s ..............................................................(435) 725-0999 120 S. 200 E. Mama Lia’s Pizza ...................................................(435) 722-4400 415 S. Hwy 40 McDonald’s ............................................................(435) 722-5822 621 E. 200 N. Pizza Hut ................................................................(435) 722-4586 996 E. Hwy 40 Rocky’s Place ........................................................(435) 722-2113 693 E. 200 N.

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Subway Sandwiches .............................................(435) 722-0160 220 S. Main Taco Bell .................................................................(435) 722-3116 895 E. 200 N Taco Time ...............................................................(435) 722-2811 670 E. 200 N.

Restaurants Roosevelt:

Frontier Grill ...........................................................(435) 722-3669 65 S. 200 E. Old fashioned home cooking China star ...............................................................(435) 725-8888 737 E. 200 N. Chinese, American and Mexican Cuisine Café Luna ...............................................................(435) 722-4707 23 N. Main. Authentic Mexican food Win On Chinese Buffet..........................................(435) 722-8988 27 W. Hwy 40. All you can eat Chinese Buffet The Blue Jay ..........................................................(435) 725-0789 1305 W. Hwy 40. breakfast all day, great burgers Marion’s Variety .....................................................(435) 722-2143 29 N. 200 E. Old Fashioned Soda Fountain, Lunch and Gifts EL Sombrero ..................................................................................

129 E. Lagoon St. Mexican Cuisine Ute Crossing Grill ..................................................(435) 725-4273 Ute Crossing Intersection on Hwy 40 Ft. Duchesne Hideout Grill ...........................................................(435) 722-1901 1155 Clubhouse Dr.

Duchesne:

Cowan’s Café ........................................................(435) 738-5609 57 E. Main. Duchesne’s Hometown Café El Patio Taqueria....................................................(435) 738-8226 25 E. Main. Mexican Cuisine Iva’s - Pizza,Pasta and Sandwiches.....................(435) 738-8484 540 W. Main.

Subway Sandwiches & Hot Stuff Pizza ...............(435) 738-5700 655 W. Main, Located inside Gateway 66 Wells Club Bar and Grill........................................(435) 738-9693 47 E. Main. Steaks, fish and chips, and adult beverages Pinn Willies ............................................................(435) 454-3978 Located between Duchesne and Altamont. A rustic place, off the beaten path Burger King ............................................................(435) 738-2030 472 West Main St.

Entertainment Movie Theaters

www.rooseveltmovies.com Roosevelt Twin Cinema .......................................(435) 722-2095 35 S. 200 E. Uinta Theater .........................................................(435) 722-2095 41 N. 200 E. Echo Drive-In .........................................................(435) 722-2095 W. Hwy 40

Bowling Alleys

Eagle Lanes ...........................................................(435) 738-2572 139 W. 100 N. Duchesne Ute Lanes and Family Fun Center .......................(435) 722-3241 Ft. Duchesne

Duchesne County Museums The Pope House Myton Memories Museum ......... (435) 722-2711, (435) 823-2711 148 E. Main St. Myton

Gift Shops Marion’s Variety .....................................................(435) 722-2143 29 N. Main Roosevelt Sha-Mar Gifts and Things .....................................(435) 722-1377 Main St. Roosevelt Crazy Daisy Floral .................................................(435) 725-0406 301 S. 200 E. Roosevelt The Pink Lady Gift Shop .......................................(435) 722-6185 250 W. 300 N. Roosevelt. Located in the Uintah Basin Medical Center Old Mill Gift Shop ..................................................(435) 848-5648 41051 W. Hwy 35 Hanna. www.oldmillgiftshop.com Sweet T Floral, Gift & Antique Shop Located in Tabiaona

Myton:

City Park Pizza .......................................................(435) 725-2250 160 E. Main. Take out only or take home and bake yourself The Hideout Steak House .....................................(435) 646-3500 8400 S. Parriette Road Myton Utah

Fruitland, Hanna and Tabiona:

Big G on 40 .............................................................(435)548-2636 45000 W. Hwy 40, Fruitland Hanna Café and Bar ...............................................(435)848-5564 Hwy 35, Hanna. A quaint western diner in a rural location.

Sandstone Bar and Grill ........................................(435)848-5253 42296 W. State Rd. 35, Hanna. More than just pizza!

Sagebrush Inn ........................................................(435)848-5637 Main Street, Tabiona. Local Café

Altamont:

Falcon’s Ledge .......................................................(435)454-3737 Located up Stillwater Canyon (By reservation only).

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Attend a Parade

Enjoy a holiday parade in the Uintah Basin this summer!

There are eight parades scheduled throughout the summer months in communities all across the Basin. The dates are as follows: Myton Daze Parade - June 24, Tabiona Parade, July 1, Neola Parade - July 4, Vernal Fourth of July Parade - July 4, Altamont Longhorn Days Parade - July 22, Vernal Pioneer Day Parade - July 24, UBIC Parade - Aug. 5 and Duchesne County Fair Parade - Aug. 12.

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Pole Creek Sink

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Historic Swett Ranch

Officials from the Ashley National Forest are inviting guests to take a step back in time and get a glimpse of what the world was like before progress changed everything.

The Swett Homestead is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites and was constructed by Oscar Swett in 1909.

It includes two cabins, a five-room house, a meat house, a root cellar, sheds, a granary and a barn.

Swett Ranch is located on the marginal benches of the Uinta Mountains, off Highway 191 and near picturesque Red Canyon and Flaming Gorge Lake. The ranch is maintained by the Forest Service. For more information, call the forest service office at 435-789-1181.

A relatively easy hike in the Uinta Mountains north of Roosevelt will take you to the Pole Creek Sink, a natural drainage sink near an old mine.

To reach the Pole Creek Sink, take SR-121 through Neola to Elk Horn Loop. Turn off at the mouth of Uinta Canyon, and follow the Elk Horn Loop Road for about 3.75 miles to a turnoff on the right. Follow this path down an embankment to the second fork. This is the trailhead, though you can drive further if you’d like a shorter hike.

The hike follows an open mountain road that crosses a stream several times. It’s perfect for beginning hikers and makes an easy summer trek.

Outlaw Trail Amphitheater @ Western Park - 302 E 200 S

OutlawTrailTheater.com 888-240-2080 “Broadway Under the Stars!”

Singin’ In the Rain June 19-20-22-23-24 -26-27-29-30 & July 1: 8 PM SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN Is presented through arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com 421 West 54th Street, New York, New York 10019 tel.: (212) 541-4684 Fax: (212) 397-4684

Showtime On the Showboat June 7-8-9 at the Uintah County Fair & June 21& 28

SHOWTIME ON THE SHOWBOAT Or… Don’t Throw Garbage In the River

BY SHEILA SMOLENSKY AND SHUBERT FENDRICH Produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Inc., Englewood, Colorado

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Mountain Home Store Ice Cream

While you’re on your way to Upper Stillwater Reservoir or Moon Lake, make sure you stop by the Mountain Home Inn and Store for some delicious hard scoop ice cream.

This classic American treat is perfect for a warm summer day. The store offers 12 delicious flavors of Farr’s Premium hard scoop ice cream that can be mixed and matched for your dessert delight.

Along with ice cream, the Mountain Home Inn and Store is also home to a grill that opens every Saturday during the summer, as well as the Fourth of July and Labor Day. Their signature Moon Lake Monster burger is a dining treasure not to be missed.

For more information, visit their webpage at www. mountainhomeinnutah.com.

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Moon Lake Reservoir

It may be a bit chilly for swimmers, but the pristine high mountain waters of Moon Lake Reservoir make it a great destination during the summer months.

Moon Lake is located on the south slope of the High Uinta Mountains. It offers great fishing for anglers of all skills levels, as well as beautiful hiking trails and camping locations nearby.

Finding Moon Lake is easy. Simply travel to Mountain Home and follow the signs for Moon Lake Reservoir. The drive is beautiful, offering a lot of high mountain scenery, and the roads are good for any type of vehicle.

Though it may seem peaceful and serene, rumors say that Moon Lake Campground is the most haunted campground in the state. What do you think? Is there a ghost in the woods?

John Jarvie Historic Ranch

Settled by John Jarvie in 1880, Jarvie Ranch includes a store, post office and ferry. Indians, trappers and outlaws around the region visited the ranch because it was the closest place to stock up on supplies.

Famous outlaws such as Butch Cassidy, the Sundance Kid, Matt Warner and Isom Dart were known to frequent the Jarvie homestead because of its proximity to the Wyoming and Colorado state lines, which made eluding posses relatively easy.

Due to ranger availability, it is always best to call ahead to the Jarvie Ranch (435-885-3307) to arrange a guided tour.

From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the ranch is open seven days a week, and self-guided tours are always available during daylight hours.

To reach Jarvie Ranch, drive north on U.S. Highway 191 from Vernal for 55 miles to the Utah-Wyoming border. Turn east and drive 22 miles on the maintained gravel road.

For more information about the ranch or tour times, call the Vernal BLM Office at 435-781-4400 or Jarvie Ranch at 435885-3307.

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Pick Up Litter

Every summer, thousands of people take to the trails in Dinosaur National Monument, Ashley National Forest or any of the other great outdoor recreation sites in Dinosaurland.

Unfortunately, some of those people leave their trash behind, whether intentionally or accidentally.

Next time you and your family go on a hike, why not bring along a trash bag and collect any garbage you find along the way? Many families make a game of it—seeing which kid can collect the most. It’s a small way everybody can pitch in to keep our land grand.

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Honeycomb Calcite

In a scenic spot off State Route 35 in Hanna, near the base of the Uintah Mountains, is a dust-covered shop called Shamrock Operating Group. Outside the shop sits large stones, white and honey-colored, awaiting their turn at the drill or whatever other tool a sculptor or carver might require of them.

Honeycomb Calcite is a beautiful natural stone found only in Utah. It is valued by artists and builders around the world for its unique structure and color.

Visit Hanna this summer to see this Utah wonder in person.

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Visit a Food Truck

There is a food renaissance happening across the country and it’s found its way to Roosevelt in an unlikely form – food trucks. These moveable and semi-permanent food palaces offer a wide variety of food options to please nearly every pallet and they are usually located in popular and easy to get to places.

In a down economy, where everyone is trying to save a little money, these small operations give culinary entrepreneurs a chance to test their creations without the overhead that comes with a brick and mortar location. It also redefines the idea of eating local and supporting small businesses, a fact that is not going unnoticed.

People are starting to notice the new dining options and it’s not uncommon to see a line at any of the food trucks around the city, especially on a beautiful day. If you’re not in a rush, several of the locations offer covered patios with café tables where you can enjoy your food.

Grab lunch at one of the local food trucks this summer.

40 Years K&K Sanitation Celebrating

K&K Sanitation has been hauling away trash that nobody wants quickly and efficiently for 40 years serving residential, commercial and industrial accounts.

The owners at K&K aren’t satisfied with business as usual, they are always keeping their eyes peeled for better ways to serve their customers. Come by and see them at their facility just a stones throw in front of their transfer station in Ballard.

3615 East Hwy. 40 Ballard • 722-1244

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Flume Trail

Nearly 110 years ago crews worked at the upper end of Dry Fork Canyon to build a road along the gurgling creek to make it easier to transport materials up the canyon to construct a flume.

A two-mile long hiking and interpretive trail has been built along the old wagon route, with markers every 1/10 of a mile. There are parking areas and a restroom at the northern end. The groups’ responsible for the work built two modern metal footbridges to span the creek and connect the trail on both sides.

From Vernal head north on 500 west, then follow the curve to the west as the road becomes U.S. Highway 121.

Turn north on 3500 West and follow this road into Dry Fork Canyon. Turn right onto Dry Fork Settlement Road, then follow it left onto the Red Cloud Loop Road. The first parking area is approximately 1¾ miles north on this road. The second parking area with the restroom is about two miles further on the left side of the road.

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Take a Walk

There has never been a better time to walk around northeastern Utah. The one-mile, paved loop at Constitution Park is a perfect place to start. Then there’s the River Walk in Duchesne, which begins near the Duchesne County Fairgrounds, at the mouth of Indian Canyon and is two miles of recently improved trails. The boardwalk and paved path follow the river, providing fitness buffs with the opportunity to get in touch with nature.

Vernal also boasts several great walking paths at the Freestone Legacy Walking Park, located at 500 N. 800 W. The completely-paved paths meander through a picturesque setting that includes park benches and gazebos. Restrooms are not available here.

Ballard’s walking path is located at the Ballard Serenity Park, just behind the LDS church on U.S. Highway 40. The quarter-mile trail is fully paved.

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Sheep Creek Geological Loop

The Sheep Creek Geological Loop is a beautiful drive in the Flaming Gorge area that provides some of the most dramatic views you’ll find in the Basin.

This route winds through the dramatic geologic formations of the Sheep Creep National Geologic Area. The Uinta Fault, which runs for more than 100 miles along the north slope of the Uinta Mountains, is clearly visible in the extremely twisted rock layers along the upper part of the loop.

The Sheep Creek Geological Loop forces from Highway 44 about five miles south of Manila. It follows the Uinta Fault and then loops back to Highway 44.

Pariette Wetlands

The Pariette Wetlands is a lush oasis surrounded by miles of arid desert that provides a green, marshy home for wildlife. Made up of a perennial stream and 20 man-made ponds, the marsh is richly inhabited by wetlands flora and fauna.

One of the best ways to experience this birder’s paradise is to quietly canoe through the wetlands.

Hunting is permitted in the wetlands with some restrictions. Fishing is also allowed, although there are not many areas to do so.

To arrange for a tour, contact the Vernal BLM district office at 435-781-4400 at least two weeks in advance of your desired tour date.

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McConkie Ranch

Visitors can take a self-guided tour following paths marked by ribbons any day of the year as long as the sun is shining. Both the upper and lower trails are open to visitors.

The upper trail is located at the end of the parking lot by a little stick teepee. A bronze plaque on a large sand stone rock at the head of the trail indicates that the ranch is on the National Historic Registry. The plaque states that the site is known for classic Vernal-style rock art dating from 1000 to 1200 A.D.

To get to the lower trail, follow the road past the parking lot and climb the stairs that go over the fence near the house.

Then follow the trail to the rock ledges.

To reach McConkie Ranch from Roosevelt, take state Road 121 east and turn north on 3500 West. Follow the road for 7 miles to McConkie Ranch and turn right. At that point there are signs pointing to the ranch. Follow the road as it curves right and you will see a parking lot fenced with field fence and antlers.

3340 N Vernal Ave. Vernal, Utah (435) 789-3402

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Starvation Archery Range

Starvation State Park has a nine-station, 3D archery range located just west of the entrance station. Practice your skills with shots ranging from 15 to 60 yards at varying angles and difficulty. All ages are welcome; however, anyone under 18 years needs a parent’s signature on the waiver form.

Cost to use the range is free with paid park fee.

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Buckskin Hills Complex

Outdoor enthusiasts can find a wide array of activities at the 2,200-acre Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex in Uintah County.

For shooters there are several options including 10-bay pistol ranges and five 360-degree shooting bays. The complex has several different competition-style shooting ranges including: pistol silhouette, bulls eye archery, sporting clays, cowboy action, defensive pistol and general sight-in.

For those who prefer vehicles over firearms, there are ATV and dirt bike areas that are open to the public. The complex boasts once the finest circle tracks for stock cars. Several motocross tracks are also available.

The Buckskin Hills ATV training area is located by traveling east on 500 North which is the Brush Creek Road about two miles east of the Uintah County Landfill.

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9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday — Saturday

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Shoot Dinosaurs

Drive around the Uintah Basin with a camera and shoot dinosaurs – realistic and unrealistic – wherever you find them.

Given their popularity in the region, this activity alone could keep you busy all summer.

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Stargazing

One of the perks of living in the Uintah Basin is the unobstructed view of the stars. Because our small cities don’t cause much light pollution, it’s easy to look up and enjoy the light show night after night.

Some of the best stargazing in the world can be done at the Dinosaur National Monument. The monument is one of the darkest places remaining in the United States, which makes it the perfect spot for stargazing. you can see the stars of the Milky Way galaxy with surprising clarity while in the monument.

Of course, you don’t have to visit the monument to see the stars. Simply grab a blanket, head outside, and enjoy a free light show courtesy of the heavens.

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Ute Fire Tower Interpretive Site

The Ute Fire Tower Interpretive Site was the first lookout tower in Utah to be built with above ground living quarters. Today, it is the last such tower still standing in the state.

It was completed in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and in the National Historic Lookout Register.

Over the last 78 years, the Ute Fire Tower has come to symbolize the proud history of wildland firefighting. Today, the tower still serves as an active lookout during the height of the forest fire season.

The tower is staffed on Fridays and Saturdays from June till September. It is open from 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. when a firefighter is not assigned to a fire. Call ahead before you visit to make sure the lookout tower will be staffed.

For more information, or to arrange your visit, call the Ashley National Forest office in Vernal at 435-789-1181.

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Steinaker State Park

The hillsides surrounding this fun water sports destination are full of millions of years of history, which only adds to the mystery and beauty of the state park.

With July water temperatures reaching 70 degrees on average, Steinaker is a local favorite for wakeboarding, swimming and all other water sports. Dogs are allowed.

Nature trails and sandy beaches are also included in the park’s offerings, but the real history of the place lies in the fossils hidden along the banks of the reservoir. The fossils date back to 70 million years ago and are from both the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. With some of the fossils bearing resemblance to modern squid and oyster beds, it supports the theory that this entire area was once covered by a sea.

The park is open year-round and is located seven miles north of Vernal on U.S. Highway 191. During the summer months, operating hours are from 6 a.m. till 10 p.m. daily. A dayuse pass is $8, and $4 for seniors age 62 and older.

Camping options are also available with reservations.

For more information, visit www.stateparks.utah.gov/ parks/steinaker.

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Red Fleet State Park

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Flaming Gorge Reservoir

You name it, Flaming Gorge has it. For the outdoor enthusiast, Flaming Gorge can offer a little bit of everything, including rafting, fishing, hiking, boating, camping, swimming and mountain biking.

The 91-mile reservoir is renowned for its superb trophy and fly fishing. Its waters are home to beautiful rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout, making it one of the finest tail-water fisheries in the world.

And if the seductive scenery doesn’t captivate your heart, the abundant wildlife will. Flaming Gorge is home to moose, Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep and the list goes on.

Scenic drives are an easy way to experience Flaming Gorge’s beauty. Get in your car and take a drive through the designated scenic byways, backways and loop tours that lead to the Gorge. Grab the kids and take your time exploring a selfguided trip of Wildlife Through the Ages and the Sheep Creek Geologic loop tours.

Let the folks at Red Canyon Lodge, where fine dining is available, do the cooking for you, and you may never want to leave.

The reservoir is located about 45 miles north of Vernal on U.S. Highway 191.

For all the latest information about things to do and see at Flaming Gorge, visit www.flaminggorgecountry.com.

Excellent boating, exploring and year-round fishing can all be found 10 miles north of Vernal on U.S. Highway 191 at Red Fleet State Park. The unique name of the park comes from three Navajo sandstone rock formations that jut out into the reservoir like giant ships.

The 750 acres of surface area around the reservoir feature sandy beaches, private coves and dinosaur tracks along the north shore. Three dinosaur trackways (three or more footprints from the same dinosaur) can be found in the park.

Over 200 tracks cover the trackway across from the boat ramp.

In the summer months, the park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Overnight camping is also available, with reservations. Day use fees are $8 per person, $4 for seniors age 62 years and older. Camping fees are $25 per night for full hookups, and $15 per night for dry camps.

To make reservations at Red Fleet State park, call 435789-4432 or visit http://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/red-fleet/.

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Dinosaur National Monument

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Starvation State Park

Located just four miles northwest of Duchesne, the sprawling waters of Starvation Reservoir offer great fishing and boating for hours of fun on the water.

If spending time in the water isn’t your thing, Starvation still offers plenty to do. Find a secluded campsite at one of four primitive and two developed campsites in the park. You can also bring ATVs and other off-road vehicles to take advantage of the many great trails in the area.

Day use fees at the park are $10 per vehicle with up to eight passengers. Developed campsites are between $25-$28 per night. Primitive campsites are between $12-$15 per night.

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Upper Stillwater Reservoir

Most people have driven over a dam or seen one from a distance, but not too many people have had the chance to see one from the most impressive standpoint — at its base, with just the power of strong cement walls separating them from millions of gallons of water.

If you haven’t yet had the opportunity to take a tour of Upper Stillwater Dam and Rock Creek Reservoir, this is just the year to make it happen. Access is on improved-gravel Forest Road 134. From Duchesne, go 22 miles to Mountain Home, then west on the main highway to the reservoir.

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Big Sand Wash

If you’re looking for great fishing, boating or swimming this summer, visit one of Duchesne County’s favorite reservoirs.

Fishermen can expect excellent conditions for catching yellow perch, smallmouth bass and rainbow trout.

To reach Big Sand Wash Reservoir, take SR-87 west from U.S. Highway 40 near Roosevelt. Drive approximately 10 miles to the town of Upalco, turn onto 12000 W. and then follow the signs to the dirt road that leads toward the dam and boat ramp.

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Exercise

Sure, summer is all about relaxation, but don’t forget to take care of your health as well!

There are numerous opportunities to get some exercise this summer. Throughout the summer months, each community hosts triathlons, 5ks, fun runs, walkathons, bike rides and much more. Why not sign up for an athletic event and get moving this summer?

If races aren’t your style, visit a local gym. Gyms across the Basin offer a variety of classes, from weight training to zumba to kickboxing and more.

You can also just round up some friends for a jog or walk around your neighborhood. Get moving, and look after your health this year.

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Josie’s Cabin

Imagine a woman ranchin’, bootleggin’, murderin’, poachin’, cattle rustlin’ and harborin’ outlaws in the Old West.

Meet Josie Bassett, a sweet little old lady who never committed a crime – or at least was never convicted of one.

Rumor has it that Josie led quite the notorious life: a bootlegger during Prohibition known for her apricot brandy; married five times and divorced four times (the death of one husband is still a mystery); a girlfriend of outlaw Butch Cassidy; and charged but never convicted of rustling a rival’s cattle.

Bassett’s homestead was established in 1914 at the end of Cub Creek Road. She started up a small cattle ranch and built the now-famous Josie’s Cabin in 1924. The cabin has been preserved and is now a part of the Dinosaur National Monument.

It’s surrounded by hiking trails that lead into beautiful canyons in almost every direction.

There are two short hiking trails in this area. Both lead to box canyons that Josie used as natural corrals for her pigs and cattle.

The first trail, Box Canyon, is located just above the parking area, and the second trail, Hog Canyon, begins on the path just past the cabin and chicken coop.

For more information about Josie’s Cabin contact Dinosaur National Monument at 435-781-7700.

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Catch a Pageant

It’s an enchanting experience. The lights are bright.

The dresses are beautiful. A new queen is crowned, tears are shed, and everyone claps and cheers. Such is the norm when attending a pageant.

There are many pageants in the Uintah Basin during the summer months. A new Miss Uintah Basin and Miss Duchesne County will be crowned. Queens will compete for the opportunity to preside over the many rodeos. Every queen will need a Little Miss, so junior pageants will also abound.

Grab tickets to a pageant this year. Come out to support the talented and lovely ladies of the Uintah Basin as they vie for the opportunity to represent our communities in the upcoming year.

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Find a Summer Read

When the summer sun is at its fiercest, sometimes there’s nothing better than to curl up with a good book and escape to some far-off place with your favorite character.

The Duchesne County Library in Duchesne is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Duchesne County Library in Roosevelt is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Uintah County Library in Vernal is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Of course, you may not have to visit a library to find something great to read this summer. Why not grab a book that’s been sitting on your shelves, head out into the backyard, and soak up some sun while you enjoy a great read?

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Take a Road Trip

Is there anything more quintessentially summer than taking a road trip? Load up the car with family and friends and enjoy a road trip this summer.

Whether you’re traveling far or just enjoying the scenery close to home, road trips are a great opportunity to spend time with people you love. The Uintah Basin offers a number of scenic byways that give you the chance to see beautiful views from the comfort of your own vehicle. All of these can be done in a few hours, and are located close to home.

Scenic byways in the area include Uintas National Scenic Byway, Red Cloud Scenic Loop, Indian Canyon Scenic Byway and much more.

For a full list of scenic byways and backways in the Uintah Basin, call the Ashley National Forest Vernal Ranger District at 435-789-1181.

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Watch Sports

The baseball diamonds are already hopping. Soon, soccer fields and football fields will fill up with players. Sports are a huge part of summer in the Basin.

Whether you know the players or not, it’s always fun to catch a live game. Bring your own treats, or visit the concessions stands to load up on french fries and hot dogs. Have a snack, root for your favorite team, and enjoy watching the action unfold.

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Have a Barbecue

Food just tastes better when it’s cooked on the grill.

Gather your family and friends together this summer for a backyard barbecue. Whether you’re cooking up meat, veggies, fruit, or a combination of the three, barbecues are a great opportunity to get together and enjoy great food.

If you’re not quite sure what you’re doing, the internet is full of tips and recipes for great barbecue dishes. Try searching barbecue recipes on Pinterest or watching instruction videos on YouTube to learn just how to master the grill.

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Yard Games

You don’t have to leave the house to have fun this summer. There are dozens of games and activities that can be enjoyed right in your own backyard.

Pull out the croquet set for some classy summer fun. Set up a net and enjoy backyard volleyball or badminton.

Horseshoes, Frisbee and cornhole all provide loads of summer fun for kids and adults.

If you’re looking to beat the heat, why not set up a waterslide or pull out the water balloons? A game of catch is a lot more exciting when the balloon might explode and get you wet at any moment.

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There’s one summer dessert that cannot be missed, and that’s a classic s’more. Light up a campfire and roast a marshmallow till it’s the perfect golden brown. Slap it on a graham cracker with a little (or a lot of) chocolate, and enjoy this sweet summer treat.

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Big Springs

Few places in the Uintah Basin offer better fishing and more spectacular scenery and convenient access than Big Springs. This Ute Indian Tribe-operated complex boasts a total of four well-stocked ponds.

The area is open for fishing to non-tribal members from March 31 to Sept. 8 and to tribal members from March 4 through Oct. 24. If you’re headed up to the complex, be sure to stop off at the Ute Plaza Grocery store – located at 7750 E. Highway 40 – for a fishing permit issued by the tribe.

You can access Big Springs by heading up Uintah Canyon. When the road splits, instead of taking the right fork to U-BAR Ranch, continue going straight across a cattle guard.

Continue on the dirt road for approximately one mile.

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Hit a Yard Sale

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.

Such is premise of yard sales, where individuals declutter their homes and lives in order to sell off the excess to others at a discounted rate. Hosting a yard sale can be a great way to make a little extra money, and shopping at yard sales can be a great way to find hidden treasures.

When it comes to yard sales in the Basin, Facebook is your best friend. There are multiple groups in the Uintah Basin where weekend yard sales are listed. Scan these Facebook pages and head out early in the mornings to get the best stuff for a great deal.

Have you found a treasure at a Basin yard sale this summer? Take a picture. We’d love to see it.

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Visit the Park

When you need to get out of the house but don’t want to travel far or spend money, visiting your local park can be a great way to spend a summer’s day.

There are city parks all over the Basin, from Duchesne to Roosevelt, from Ballard to Naples. These parks feature playgrounds, pavilions, sports equipment, grassy fields and much more.

Load up the kids and let them burn off some steam at the park this summer, or gather your friends for a quick picnic lunch. Cities put a lot of work into maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces. Take advantage of that while the weather is nice this year.

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Geocaching

Geocachers all over the world have hidden almost 950,000 caches. Some of those are nearby.

Hundreds of people in the Uintah Basin are involved in geocaching – a sport of sorts that involves using coordinates and a GPS, or global positioning satellite, device to locate unique landmarks, points of interest and even hidden treasures.

Some geocachers prefer to find caches, while others prefer to hide them. The common makings of a cache are a waterproof container, a notebook for people to record their visit, a cache note telling the people that they’ve found a geocache, a description of the site, and the name of the person who placed it.

Some caches contain coins, toys or other items specific to the person hiding them.

Another kind of cache is a virtual cache, which directs searchers to a place where they’ll find information instead of loot.

The information may lead to another cache or may simply teach the finder something they didn’t know about the area – such as the fact that Zions Bank in Vernal is built with bricks that were shipped individually by parcel post because it was cheaper than sending them by wagon.

So, if you’re lounging around with nothing to do, purchase or borrow a GPS unit, visit www.geocaching.com and find out what interesting sites are in our region.

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Sidewalk Chalk Art

If your creative juices are flowing this summer, head outside and paint the town – or at least chalk up the sidewalks.

Buckets of large, multi-colored chalk meant for outdoor use are available at most stores for just a few dollars. And the chalk masterpieces you create can be washed off at the flick of a faucet – a convenient fact to keep in mind if you have young kids who love to create artistic messes.

Consider getting the neighborhood kids (or their parents) together and having a sidewalk chalk artfest, with prizes for the most creative drawings.

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Volunteer

There’s no better feeling than helping others. Volunteer your time this summer in support of a local organization.

Volunteer opportunities abound in the Basin. You can spend time helping out at your local food pantry, visiting the residents of care centers, cleaning up litter around town, assisting with youth sports organizations and so much more.

Religious groups are great resources for volunteer opportunities, as are local hospitals, care centers, rotary clubs and government offices. Give back to your community this summer by volunteering.

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Utah Field House Museum

In her position as curator of education at the Utah Field House of Natural History, Mary Beth Bennis-Bottomly sees a lot of gaping jaws.

“Kids will run in the door and see one of our full-sized body mounts and their eyes just light up,” she said. “The world through the eyes of a child is never dull. They think it’s magical to be able to look at those animals and see how big they are. It’s neat to be a part of that.”

The museum has a handful of full-size dinosaur skeletons or casts, including an allosaurus and a stegosaurus.

In addition to being a great place to view prehistoric critters, the Field House is also a place to touch, feel, and explore. The museum offers a number of hands-on exhibits, like the chance for children to try their hand at paleontology in a giant sandbox. There is also a gastrolith stomach stone, where visitors can pull on the display to reveal what is hidden behind. In the Morrison formation, visitors can also touch real dinosaur bones likes the femur of a large sauropod.

Visitors can also walk around a large sandbar constructed in the middle of the floor and observe a large lighted display that includes a stegosaurus, allosaurus and other dinosaurs in a scene designed to represent their natural habitat.

The museum is open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on MondaySaturday, and closed Sunday. Ticket prices are $7 for adults (age 12 and up) and $3.50 for seniors and children. Chlidren ages five and under get in free.

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Dinosaur National Monument

Dinosaur National Monument has more to offer than most people realize.

Many nature enthusiasts contend that Echo Park is one of the most beautiful places in Dinosaur National Monument — and perhaps in the entire West. Visitors here can expect relative solitude and the sight of vertical canyon walls rising up from still river waters. Ancient rock art in Echo Park testifies to the draw this site had for prehistoric people.

Visitors who want to experience complete solitude should consider Wilderness camping. Trails for the park’s most popular backcountry camping area begins at the Jones Hole Fish Hatchery. Hike-in campgrounds are located approximately two miles and four miles from the hatchery parking lot. You must obtain a free, backcountry permit before camping here.

The Dinosaur National Monument Visitor’s Center and Quarry Exhibit are now housed in brand new buildings. The new Quarry Exhibit Hall provides public access to the 1,500 dinosaur bones found on the cliff face known as the “Wall of Bones.”

Park entrance fees vary by vehicle and length of stay. A complete fee listing can be found by visiting www.nps.gov/dino/ planyourvisit/fees.

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Dry Fork Flag

Up Dry Fork Canyon north of Maeser, motorists will see a glorious sight off to the east – a huge American flag flying from the top of a cliff.

The history of the flag is rich. In 1943, county commissioners approved a lease to turn Merkley Pasture to a recreational park. Chellus Caldwell and his brother Ernest erected the original flagpole in the park. They put it on a high peak. Over time, the park was abandoned and the flag forgotten.

Then in 1999, local boy scouts had an idea to resurrect the flag. They began by putting a small flag on the old flagpole, but it could barely be seen. So the scouts erected a new flagpole nearby, with tools being carried up the peak by hand and the pole itself airlifted in. When work was completed, the 40-foot flag was raised and can be seen to this day.

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