Nobody is closer to weather than people who rely on it for a living, so when the farmer I worked for several summers ago informed me that the government is manipulating weather, I payed attention. The breadth and depth of weather manipulation conspiracy theory is on par with that of alien encounters, so I went straight to a local source by googling “Utah weather m … [Read more...]
When Worlds Collide—Climbing Through Parenthood
One of the few things I feel I can say with a secure declarative is this: Climbers of all abilities are the most dedicated, spiritual, and philosophical athletes in their "sport." I quotate that word because to any climber, the word "sport" undermines the legitimacy of their life because, well, climbing is their life. Climbing transcends such a trivial attribution—it is an a … [Read more...]
Exploring Utah’s Mountains and the Recreation Opportunities We Enjoy
Rock Climbing, ultra running, ice climbing are a few of the sports we examine in our second annual mountain issue. But as some urbanites or new residents to Utah might wonder, why bother with these sports, which are dangerous and could easily cause injury? I had the privilege to introduce six students from foreign countries all over the world to Utah eight years ago. My wife … [Read more...]
The “U” on the Mountain
The Block U emblazoned on Mount Van Cott, is lit up during home games for football, basketball, and gymnastics. If you see the red and white lights flashing the Utes have won another game or meet. The “U” can be seen from many areas across the valley, east of the University of Utah campus in the Wasatch Mountain Range. University of Utah seniors first painted their gra … [Read more...]
Dog Friendly Hikes
Flag Rock sits just east of Lagoon, along the west-facing bench on the rocky mountainside. It’s an easy hike that leads to amazing views of Davis County, that the whole family can do. Short on time? Hike to Patsy Mine and call it good. The trail has little shade, but if you hike the way I went, you’ll cross Steed Creek—a great place to let the dogs drink and the kids cool off by … [Read more...]
Development Threatens Bonanza Flat
Bonanza Flat has been called the heart of the Wasatch. It is the apex of three different counties; Salt Lake, Wasatch and Summit, and almost touches Utah County. Situated at the top of Guardsman Pass as it drops over to the Wasatch Back, it is 1350 acres of aspen and conifer forest dotted with several alpine lakes including Bloods Lake. Wendy Fisher, Executive Director of Utah … [Read more...]
The Farm Restaurant at Park City Mountain Resort Offers Farm-Fresh, Made From Scratch Cuisine
Winter should always consist of two things: skiing and good, warm food. Coupled together, they're even better. The Farm Restaurant, located at the Canyons Village at the Park City Mountain Resort, does this well. Skiers and snowboarders can literally slide right off the mountain to enjoy plates of farm-fresh, made from scratch cuisine created by Executive Chef Manny … [Read more...]
Utah is the Perfect Place to Beat the February Blues
There is a very sad phenomenon called SAD, an acronym for Seasonal Affective Disorder. This condition causes many people who live in severe climates to suffer a form of seasonal depression in the winter. According to Psychologytoday.com this disorder affects 10 million Americans. From Utah Stories’ internal research we have found that adrenaline junkies, powder pigs and e … [Read more...]
Beat the Winter Blues – Read Utah Stories
February is a month where you can easily get bummed out due to winter doldrums and red air (or just watching too much news). But there is good news and a better choice. You can get rejuvenated by skiing the light-and-dry Utah pow, or the freshies up on Baldy or Great Scott. Run, sled or snow bike up Millcreek or City Creek Canyons. Before you ask your doctor for more … [Read more...]
Catering to Climbers: International Mountain Equipment
Whether someone sought to scale the walls of a local canyon or test their strength and skill on an artificial climbing wall of the nearby climbing gym, or even attempt to summit the world’s highest peaks, if they were in Utah, they likely passed through the doors of International Mountain Equipment (IME). The specialty shop has been catering to the climbing community since 1 … [Read more...]