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Five Best Hikes in Utah: Exploring the Majesty of Utah Through Hiking

February 1, 2020 by Paisley Hansen Leave a Comment

The diverse landscape of Utah is unlike any other state in the nation. Unique red rock formations, towering mountain ranges, and stunning lakes and waterfalls dot the landscape of this spectacular state. All of this beauty is a boon for hikers looking to get up close and personal with Mother Nature. Here are five of the best hikes in Utah to consider for your next outdoor … [Read more...]

5 Amazing Places For Hiking And Running With Dogs in Utah

January 13, 2020 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Hiking, running, exploring, hunting, backcountry skiing. It’s difficult to think of any outdoor sports that are not more enjoyable with dogs. After about fourteen years of mostly hiking and running with dogs, we have collectively decided on our favorite spots: Stansbury Island The Wild West still lives in Utah, and it is found on Stansbury Island. Not for the faint of … [Read more...]

The Joy of Hiking with Dogs

July 26, 2017 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

There is no better hiking companion than a dog. My dogs are my personal trainers. If I don’t regularly hike with them they proceed to tag-team beat me into submission. Joey will start with a gentle nudge, he then proceeds to the giant tongue in my face. Friends have described Joey has the “Gene Simmons of Irish Setters” and he isn’t afraid to use his weapon to maximum … [Read more...]

Can Your Dog Smell a Rat? Utah Rat Catching Competition Open to all Dogs

November 1, 2022 by Connie Lewis Leave a Comment

Does your dog have what it takes to be a world-class rat catcher? Journey is a scrappy, alert miniature schnauzer. She approaches the training enclosure with the air of a veteran hunter, and once inside, quickly gets to work. It takes seconds for her to sniff out the first rat. Her handler, Jalynn Davis, knows she’s found her prey, buried in straw and encased in a PVC tube, … [Read more...]

5 Utah Burgers You Must Try

September 8, 2022 by Amiee Maxwell Leave a Comment

Utah has a passion for burgers, and if you’re craving one, there is no shortage of burger joints to choose from. Whether you’re in Salt Lake City, or a tiny Southern Utah town, no matter what type of burger you prefer, you’ll find one you should try on this list:      Capitol Burger’s Mac N Cheese Burger If you check the reviews for Torrey’s Capitol Burger food truck, you’ll … [Read more...]

Botany and Booze and More Salt Lake Foodie News

September 2, 2022 by Ted Scheffler Leave a Comment

Botany + Booze @ Red Butte Garden The good folks at Red Butte Garden invite you (21 and over) to “spend a fun evening in the Garden learning about the plants behind your favorite spirits, distillation processes, and cocktail tasting.” The “class” is called “The Spiritual Side of Botany” and attendees will spend the evening at Red Butte’s Garden Rose House with Red Butte’s … [Read more...]

Riverbed Ranch Utah: A Cult, or Utah’s First and Only Farm Steading Community?

August 27, 2022 by David E. Jensen Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever thought of leaving the rat race for an off-grid life, here’s your chance.  There is an unincorporated community tucked away in northern Juab County, where modern families can trade a life of gridlock, utility bills and grocery shopping for a life of self-reliance and cooperation with like-minded folks in an agrarian desert paradise.  Riverbed Ranch is an … [Read more...]

5 Hidden Utah Outdoor Adventures You Must Experience

August 20, 2022 by Amiee Maxwell Leave a Comment

With timed-entry tickets mandatory at Arches National Park, and permits required for hiking Angels Landing in Zion National Park, there’s no better time to start exploring Utah’s lesser-known mountain ranges and desert landscapes.  Here are five hidden Utah outdoor adventures to get you thinking beyond Utah’s popular and overcrowded trailheads and national parks.   Wander … [Read more...]

May 2022 Activities and Events

May 9, 2022 by Utah Stories Leave a Comment

May 12 Great Salt Lake Bird Festival. Owl lovers are invited to a bird watching party on Antelope Island to look for Great Horned, Barn, Burrowing, Long-eared and Short-eared owls. This is also a great opportunity to see other wildlife in the park. Held from 5pm to 9:30pm, ticket price includes park entry. Registration and more information can be found at here.  May 14 Farm … [Read more...]

Designer Dogs of Utah: Where Do They Come from?

March 13, 2022 by Connie Lewis Leave a Comment

Puppy sales skyrocketed during COVID shutdowns because people who found themselves stuck at home turned to canine companionship. Designer dogs were at the forefront of the adoption frenzy, despite high prices and long wait lists. Designer dogs are bred from two registered pure dog breeds to optimize the best characteristics of each parent. Everything from Cockapoos (Cocker … [Read more...]

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