Rich County 4-H Trailblazer Group

 Every Wednesday night a group of 12-18 kids ranging in ages from 8-18 gather and are instructed, by Milie Bradshaw, their 4-H leader; on proper feeding, showing and fitting techniques for their goats.   The Trailblazers have learned how to halter break their goats, how to brace them and how to make them prance while walking in the show ring.  

They would like to invite everyone to come to this year's Rich County Fair and watch what they have learned. 

They are also looking for sponsorships.  If you are interested in sponsoring them contact the Rich County Extension Office at  (435) 793-2435

Calling all Quilters

 We do simple tie quilts for the Humanitarian Center every Tuesday from 1-3 above the library. Perfection is not our game so come if you like comaraderie even if you are a perfect quilter!

Garden City Library Book

 The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

Bear Lake Special Service District is hiring

 

Garden City Fire District Annual 24th of July Pioneer Day Picnic 6 PM

Garden City Fire District Board Meeting, July 15th, 2024 - 6:30PM

Leonard O’Reilly, Reporter

Rich Civic Times         

5 board members in attendance.

Firecheif Wahlberg was not in attendance and no serious discussions were held. 

The responses for the month were:

1 - Structure Fire

1 - Propane leak with evacuations

1 - Propane leak (simple)

2 - Wildfires

4 - Fireworks - standby/assist

8 - Fireworks violations

2 - Agency assists

19- Medicals

8 - Short term rentals inspections

4 - Business inspections

2 - Fire suppression systems inspections

Mike Wahlberg

It's time again for the Garden City Fire District annual 24th of July Pioneer Day picnic!  This will be held at the Garden City Heritage Park at 6 pm on July 24th. Free hotdogs and burgers.  There will be water fights for the kids, fire apparatus and good friends.

All are invited, residents and visitors alike.

See you all there!

Drowning at Bear Lake

 BY KENNEDY CAMARENA

Digital Content Producer

 A 13-year-old girl from Pocatello has died after she was reported missing at Bear Lake on Saturday.

The girl was reported missing to the local authorities at 5:56 p.m. on the east shore of the lake, according to the Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office. 

“Marine Deputies and boats were in the area within minutes and began searching,” Susan Bingham with the BLCSO said.

The girl was found and brought to medical personnel where her death was announced at 9 p.m. 

“The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office extends our deepest sympathy to the family. And a heartfelt thanks to all first responders and the public who worked to try and locate the young lady,” Bingham said. “Tragically this incident emphasizes the importance of life jackets while engaging in water activities.”

Bear Lake State Parks Update

 Bear Lake State Park is currently under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. No open fires are allowed except within established campfire facilities in our improved campgrounds and picnic areas.

Water Temperature

@ 72.1 degrees as measured in the Bear Lake State Park Marina. There is usually a 1 – 2 degree difference from inside the marina to the lake proper. 

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Water Level (Lake Elevation)

Current elevation: @ 5919.70′.
Full elevation: 5923.65′.