The Flowing West highlights the vital ecosystems of rivers and the wildlife that inhabit them. Learn about conservation efforts and the importance of these natural resources.
Reading the Wall of Bones at Carnegie Quarry I. Discovery: The Man Who Followed the Bones On a bright August morning in 1909, a Carnegie Museum paleontologist named Earl Douglass crouched beside a sandstone ledge in the dry hills of northeastern Utah and traced his fingers along eight enormous vertebrae protruding from the rock. They…
Welcome to the San Rafael Swell. Whether you’re a Fossil Buff, a Geo Buff , a History Buff, or just someone looking to escape into a striking desert landscape, “The Swell” is a playground of epic proportions. Here is your guide to exploring one of Utah’s most spectacular hidden gems. What Exactly is the San…
Explore the rich history of The Storied West. Each article reveals the tales that shaped our past.
Experience the beauty of art and photography in The Painted West. Celebrate creativity inspired by nature.
An Elevation-Driven Ecosystem What makes the Paunsaugunt ecosystem special is that it functions as a “sky island.” Because the plateau rises between 7,000 and over 9,000 feet above sea level, it captures significantly more precipitation (primarily snow) and maintains much cooler temperatures than the arid valleys surrounding it. This dramatic change in elevation creates distinct,…
Foot Prints at Red Fleet State Park Nestled in the high desert of northeastern Utah, Red Fleet State Park is often called a “land before time.” While the turquoise waters of the reservoir are a major draw for boaters and swimmers, the real stars of the park are frozen in the deep red Navajo Sandstone:…