Standing outside an abandoned cement factory turned haunted house, I stood in line, waiting to be scared out of my wits. But, I pondered, why would I deliberately scare myself? The Psychology Behind Fear Factory According to Rob Dunfield, one of the founders and COO of Fear Factory, the reason is escape. “It is an adrenaline rush, a release, and an escape from reality. … [Read more...]
Lettering is Better Together— Salt Lake Lettering Club
Salt Lake Lettering Club From casual meetups to large-scale group murals, a group of Salt Lake City lettering enthusiasts is proving that art does not have to be a solitary pursuit. The Salt Lake Lettering Club has about 50 active lettering artists; plus an additional 150 casual members. It was started in 2014 by lettering artist Becca Clason to create a community of … [Read more...]
July fun: family activities & community events in Utah
Family activities in Utah There are plenty of things to do in Utah this July, especially if you've had your fill of fireworks, check out these summer fun activities and community events taking place around the State this month. Moab Free Concert Series July 5, 12, 19, 26—Every Friday night in July at Swanny City Park, 400 N 100 W, Moab from 6–8 pm. Click on the … [Read more...]
Stein Eriksen Lodge Hops on the Hill
Hops on the Hill Located mid-mountain in the heart of Deer Valley, Stein Eriksen Lodge invites guests to enjoy craft brews and gourmet food pairings during this summer’s Hops on the Hill series. Each Tuesday evening, July 9 through August 27 on the Stein Eriksen Lodge deck beginning at 6:00 p.m., guests will enjoy summer suds from Utah’s local craft breweries … [Read more...]
Trek reenacts arrival of first Utah Mormon pioneers
Walking in the footsteps of Utah Mormon pioneers—covered wagons not included On July 22, 1847, after traversing hundreds of difficult miles, a determined group of Mormon pioneers guided the first covered wagons into the Valley of the Great Salt Lake. Pulled by weary oxen, they rolled ponderously down the rocky escarpments of Emigration Canyon to what is now called First … [Read more...]
Running In The Utah Mountains With Dogs In Deep Snow
They nudge and prod me out the door. Joey will escalate his pawing into a smacking until I relent and we get into the car and go. Joey is my four-year-old Irish Setter. Scamps is my three-year-old golden. He is tall, she is small. We humans try to capture nature in photos, painting, and songs. In our attempts to preserve our experiences we diminish their value … [Read more...]