The editorial staff at Utah Stories magazine has been covering Moab for six years and we love sharing our knowledge. We guarantee the following itineraries will make your next visit a fantastic one. Jeeps (families) From March 24 to April 1, Jeeps of all grades and conditions will converge on Moab for the annual Easter Jeep Safari. Jeep Safari was started in 1967 by the … [Read more...]
5 Things to do in Utah in March
March Utah Happenings March 10-13—Skinny Tire Festival in Moab. Four days of supported road cycling in the scenic western landscape of Moab, featuring 40-60 mile routes through Dead Horse Point State Park and the Colorado River Corridor. A portion of every registration benefits cancer research and survivorship programs. For more information, visit their website. March … [Read more...]
Human-Scale Design, Native Plants and Paths are the Norm in Moab’s New Suburb
Juxtaposed against Moab’s red rock landscape, the paved path down the urban section of the Mill Creek riparian corridor can feel like Alice’s Wonderland. Following a perennial stream, the verdant parkway meanders across bridges and through underpasses past gems like the Youth Garden Project, the city dog park, Utah State University Moab, and a well-maintained community bike … [Read more...]
Castle Creek Winery Celebrates Grape Picking Season
It’s grape picking season in Moab! Every year at the end of the summer, Moab grapes start to ripen. As the sugar levels, known in the wine-making world as brix, start to rise, the acidity starts to fall. One of the biggest challenges and greatest joys in the growing process is to perfect the sweetness and flavors of the grapes. A brix level of 25 is the perfect balance … [Read more...]
Moab’s Back of Beyond Books Proves that Indie Book Sellers Can Still Make It
“There are two ways to die in the desert,” says Andy Nettell; “thirst and drowning.” He is repeating one of his recent summaries of a favorite book called The Secret Life of Water, by Craig Childs. Nettell is without a doubt a book lover and enthusiast, and his joy of books is contagious. Books are losing ground to electronic media, and independent bookstores are falling by … [Read more...]
Moab Made Artisan Shop Features Local Art and Artisan Goods
The greatest thrills in writing a human-interest story come from the connections and facets that can appear from one single, passionately-written piece. A writer finds a gem in the wilderness, and holds that gem of words and photos up to the light to see that it actually reflects far and wide, and that it’s not only the writer who appreciates this rare find, but others as … [Read more...]
Utah Stories’ April Issue Explores Health and Wellness
The caduceus is the traditional symbol that features two snakes winding around a winged staff. It is often mistakenly used as a symbol of medicine in the U.S. Doctor's offices and hospitals. The caduceus is actually a symbol (with ancient Greek origins) to represent commerce, negotiation and even trickery. The correct Greek symbol for medicine is the Rod of Asclepius —a … [Read more...]
Things To Do in September
September 9-11: Salt Lake City Greek Festival. Come and enjoy the food, dancing, customs and hospitality. Experience the flavors, sights, sounds and learn about the Greek Orthodox faith and the traditions of Greece. Hours are 11am to 11pm Friday and Saturday and 11 am to 8 pm Sunday at 279 S 300 W. Admission is $3 Visit www.saltlakegreekfestival.com/index.php for more … [Read more...]
Road Trippin’
August is a great month to pack up the kids and dogs and go on a staycation or a short road trip. If you don’t want to fight crowds in the more popular destinations like National Parks, try these three road trips, all of which can be enjoyed via car camping or a weekend hotel stay for less than $400. Wyoming Wonders As the least populated state in the union, Wyoming will … [Read more...]
Fun Things to do in July
July 1-31: Fiery Furnace 1/2 Day Hiking Tour Through Arches National Park. Hike through Arches with experienced guides from Tag-A-Long Expeditions, 452 North Main St., Moab. Visit https://www.vacationsmadeeasy.com/MoabUT/activity/FieryFurnace12DayHikingTourThroughArchesNationalPark.cfm for more information and to sign up. July 8: HawkWatch at Millcreek. Presented by HawkWatch … [Read more...]