The changing colors of fall are not limited to the tree tops. It’s the time of year the kokanee salmon turn blood red and the Division of Wildlife Resources are holding a free event to make viewing the salmon a great experience. “The viewing event is a little earlier this year than most years,” says Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer, “but we’re hoping to see really good numbers of kokanee in their bright red, spawning colors. [The kokanee migration] is a great symbol of the changing seasons and an indication that autumn is here.” The salmon spawn in several streams throughout Utah during the fall months after four years of maturing in reservoirs downstream. Sheep Creek is one of the most scenic kokanee runs, says Keiffer. The event is free and will be held this
Saturday, September 10th
from
10am to 3pm
. Biologists will also have spotting scopes on hand to view other wildlife in the area. Sheep Creek is about 6 miles south of Manila. Look for signs posted on the highway to find the event location.
