There are many things Ogden is known for; the classic pool scene in The Sandlot, a once derelict downtown turned robust, some of the best hiking and cycling trails in the state and of course skiing. There are other things that you can easily miss. In a new book, Secrets of the Ogden Trails, a collective of authors share stories about the Ogden Trails Network; how the … [Read more...]
Mojave Nomads
A love for rock ‘n’ roll spurred the formation of Mojave Nomads. After attending a concert, lead singer Tyler Harris and guitarist Colter Hill thought, “Why can’t we do that? We love rock ‘n’ roll too!” Drummer Cole Eisenhour had jammed with Colter back in high school and a call out on Twitter for a bassist brought in Bryton Bell. The summer of 2014 saw them writing songs … [Read more...]
Roosters Brewing Celebrates 20 years in Ogden
“We are a big fish in a little pond. We use food, time, and love to make an impact.” ~Kym Buttschardt, Owner, Roosters Brewing Co. If you take a glance into Ogden’s not-so-distant past, 25th Street wasn’t always the desirable location that it is today. Many of the charming little storefronts were boarded-up and run-down, and the street was rife with gang activity. Most … [Read more...]
Ogden’s Historic 25th Street Continues to Evolve
With all the recent praise extolling Ogden’s Historic 25th Street, it’s hard to believe that any of the street’s buildings still remain vacant. However, apart from stalwarts such as Roosters and Wiseguys Comedy Club, many of the buildings have lain dormant for years. One unoccupied building was the former home of the famous Star Noodle Parlor with its iconic neon sign. Built … [Read more...]
Ogden Runband – iPhone Running Armband
Cameron Paul had a great job in corporate America but he had a dark, lurking secret that would cost him his job, several friendships and many other things. Alcohol abuse tends to work out that way; a loss of many things. Cameron turned to running as a means to rehab himself both mentally and physically and in June of 2014 he discovered the Bonneville Shoreline … [Read more...]
Ogden Indoor Sky Diving
The first World Cup of Indoor Skydiving competition was held in November 2014, in, of all places, Austin, Texas. And the winner? Well, the winner was from, of all places, Utah. Ogden to be exact. What does indoor skydiving even mean? Places such as Ogden’s iFLY have been popping up all over the country. Indoor fly tunnels, giant tubes of plexiglas©, metal and concrete … [Read more...]
Roosters Brewery
Steve Kirkland has been craft brewing since practically the beginning of the craft brewing movement. Originally a brewer for Sprecher, a Milwaukee brewery, back in 1987, Steve has been the brewmaster at Roosters in Ogden for the last two decades. Owners Kym and Pete Buttschardt brought him out here back when they first opened the restaurant and he’s been with them ever … [Read more...]
Ogden Made Bags – Handcrafted Locally in Utah
Ogden Made is a brand of locally designed and manufactured bags its makers say will last a lifetime. The line includes messengers, totes, equipment bags, pencil pouches and more. Launched in 2013 with a Kickstarter campaign, the company is an outgrowth of the Gura Gear brand, also based in Ogden. Gura Gear manufactures camera bags and other photo equipment necessities such … [Read more...]
Ogden’s Ben Lomand Hotel
The Last of Utah's Grand Hotels Two behemoths define Ogden’s historic 25th Street. Union Station commands the west end of downtown, while the Ben Lomond Historic Suites and Hotel anchors the eastern end of the street. The grand dame of Utah hotels, the Ben Lomond defines Ogden’s skyline and offers panoramic views from its upper floors. Michael Fenton is fascinated by his … [Read more...]
Ogden’s Junior League
“Promote volunteerism, develop the potential of women, improve the community” it’s the mantra of Junior Leagues internationally and that's exactly what the Ogden chapter is doing. With work ranging from a full-time clinic offering services to under- and un-insured women and children, a dental "adoption" program, a community garden with learning pavilion and demonstration … [Read more...]