The Division of Wildlife Resources says October is a hot time for fishing and has named a Uintah Basin reservoir as the place to be. Big Sandwash Reservoir is located north of Roosevelt and offers rainbow trout and yellow perch, two types of fish that are easier to fish. The waterbody also has smallmouth bass there for the catching. “Big Sandwash has a variety of fish species that can provide a good experience for a beginner, while a more experienced angler can stand right next to them and target a more challenging species,” shares Randy Oplinger, DWR sportfish coordinator. “Fishing is a great way to get your kids outdoors so you can all spend time together. It teaches your kids patience and also instills that love of spending time in nature. Your children will learn problem-solving skills while figuring out how to get a fish to bite, and they’ll become more self-sufficient as they learn to catch their own food.” Visit wildlife.utah.gov for more from the DWR.
