Kidney disease determined as cause of fish mortality on Salt River
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has determined that Proliferative Kidney Disease (PKD) is causing the Mountain Whitefish die-off in Star Valley’s Salt River. PKD is triggered by a microscopic parasite called Tetracapsuloides bryosalmonae. After conducting specialized laboratory tests…
Game & Fish continues investigation into cause of fish mortality in Star Valley
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department continues its investigation of what they are calling “widespread fish mortality” along the Salt River in Star Valley. Based on observations from biologists and reports from anglers, mortalities are occurring throughout the length…
Restoring the Salt River at Clark’s Barn
A major fishery restoration project is underway on the Salt River northwest of Afton, an area known to Star Valley residents as Clark’s Barn. Funded through donations, Trout Unlimited is coordinating an extensive project that will restore the river channels,…
SVI Radio Interview: Tanner Belknap – Star Valley Trout Unlimited Clark’s Barn Project
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Wyoming Game and Fish Department investigating fish mortality event on Salt River
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is currently investigating a widespread fish mortality along the Salt River in Star Valley. Based on observations from biologists and reports from anglers, mortalities are occurring throughout the length of the river between the…
Two-vehicle accident near river turnoff results in minor injuries
A two vehicle accident took place on Hwy 238 near the Auburn turnoff from US 89 on Tuesday afternoon. The collision took place approximately a half-mile from US 89 at approximately 4:45 p.m. According to information provided by the Wyoming…
SVI Radio Interview: Tanner Belknap, Star Valley Trout Unlimited
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Local business hosts Salt River cleanup
Star Valley Raft and Paddle’s 2nd Annual Salt River Fall Clean-up drew nearly 20 volunteers to assist in cleaning up the banks and waterway of the Salt River last Saturday. Organizers hoped to celebrate National Public Lands Day by…
Game and Fish to begin Alpine Wetlands restoration project this fall
JACKSON — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department will conduct maintenance and updates at the Alpine Wetlands Public Access Area this fall in collaboration with Ducks Unlimited, Bureau of Reclamation and Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The Alpine Wetlands PAA is 2…
Area law enforcement apprehend man after multi-hour search
Authorities apprehended a man after a multi-hour search when he allegedly decided to flee the scene following a two-vehicle collision in the narrows on Monday. Officials and first-responders arrived near the Auburn junction of US 89 near the narrows…