As in effect on June 1, 2008
Under authority of Section 23-21a-3, this rule provides for the management of Gunnison, Cub, and Hat islands for the protection and perpetuation of the American white pelican, Pelacanus erythrorhynchos, and other avian species.
(1) The following areas are closed to air, water, and land trespass as a conservation measure to protect colonial bird nesting areas:
(a) Gunnison and Cub islands, located in Sections 9, 10, 15 and 16, Township 7 North, Range 9 West, Salt Lake Base and Meridian; and
(b) Hat Island, located in Section 24, Township 4 North, Range 7 West, Salt Lake Base and Meridian.
(2) This closure encompasses all of Gunnison, Cub, and Hat islands and the surrounding waters and beaches of the Great Salt Lake one mile in every direction from the 4200-foot mean sea level elevation shoreline of Gunnison, Cub, and Hat islands.
(3) The provisions of this rule do not apply to division personnel while performing their official duties, or to certified peace officers and emergency personnel acting under their direction when engaged in exigent law enforcement activities or emergency rescue operations.
wildlife, birds, conservation, wildlife management
July 5, 2005
May 5, 2005
23-21a-3
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