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The new hatchery is owned and operated by
the Utah Division Of Wildlife Resources, and was constructed in May of
2002. It's responsible for the production of over 120,000 pounds
of fish. This hatchery produces Rainbow, Cutthroat Trout and Kokanee Salmon. Once these fish mature they are stocked in central
Utah waters, Strawberry Reservoir and Bear Lake.
It was truly fascinating to see the
thousands and thousands of fish swimming in each tank. The tanks
are separated by size, the largest fish were located in the furthest row
from the visitors center. This is a great location to bring the whole
family as it provides a opportunity to view some of Utah's fish species
close up and a sense of the work that must go into stocking Utah's lakes
and streams.
Directions to
the Hatchery:
From Salt Lake
City take I-15 South to Nephi Utah. At Nephi take exit 225 to
Manti/Ephraim. Travel on Highway 132 to Fountain Green and watch for the
signs.
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