Scotties Bowl is a classic descent in Little Cottonwood Canyon, just on the west side of Snowbird’s resort boundary. Access to Scotties is very easy from the ‘Bird when backcountry gates along the Tiger Tail run are open. On those days, Scotties is best avoided if you’re looking for solitude as it gets tracked out…
Author: Jared Hargrave
Speak your mind at the Wasatch Canyons Tomorrow open house
After years of evaluation and two rounds of public meetings, over five thousand Utah residents have voiced their opinions about what should be contained in the new master plan being drafted by Wasatch Canyons Tomorrow. The final stages are fast approaching and any decision made will change the way we recreate in the Wasatch Mountains…
Winners of 2010 Subaru Freeskiing World Championships at Snowbird
Here are the top 3 winners for both mens and womens divisions at the 2010 Subaru Freeskiing World Championships, which took place at Snowbird: Women: 1. Angel Collinson – Total score: 104.23 2. Crystal Wright – Total score: 103.17 3. Emily Teague – Total scrore: 96.53 Men: 1. Lars Chickering Ayers – Total score: 125.57…
Utah ski resort closing dates for 2010
Spring is always a bittersweet time for Utah skiers. The warm weather signifies the start of mountain biking and rock climbing season, but many of us would be perfectly happy to continue skiing all year long. For those of us who fight against inevitable summer, nothing drives the nail into the coffin of ski season…
Backcountry skiing at the Bench Hut in Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains
Despite the ridiculous outdoor adventure opportunities in Utah, it’s nice to get out and explore the mountains in neighboring states every now and then. The Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho is one such place, thanks to the dramatic Teton-esque rock spires that cap the peaks, creating a landscape to get lost in that the more rounded peaks in Utah fail to provide….
Off the beaten path on Argenta’s West Ridge
Spring is a time of variable snow conditions, and skiers are forced off the beaten path to find any soft snow. The Argenta slide path on the north side of Kessler Peak is a good place for the search, as it’s north facing and hides many nooks and crannies. Argenta is easy to see from…
Winter Carnival and Retro Day at Snowbasin benefits adaptive sports
The weekend of March 20-21 will be a fun one at Snowbasin as a Winter Carnival and Retro Day are scheduled to take over the resort to benefit the Snowbasin Adaptive Sports Education Foundation (SASEF). On Saturday, a Winter Carnival will feature fun activities for the family including a tubing hill ride, mini snow golf,…
Mountain Hardware Jalapeño Gloves with OutDry review
OutDry is a new technology in the realm of waterproof, breathable membranes, and the makers of OutDry have so far been putting their tech into gloves and footwear. They showed off how the product works during the Outdoor Retailer 2010 Winter Market in Salt Lake City, and the results were pretty impressive. Back in 2009,…
Experience the Tour of Utah with The Ultimate Challenge
The Tour of Utah, dubbed “America’s Toughest Stage Race,” will snake through the Wasatch Mountains on August 17-22. Over 130 cyclists will ride a prologue and five stages on grueling roadways, and all you can do is stand there and watch… unless you’re a masochist and want to feel the pain of elite cyclists. If that’s the…
Close out ski season with Spring Grüv at The Canyons
Spring can be the highlight of the ski season with its monster wet storms, corn cycle and, of course, the parties. One of the biggest celebrations in Utah is Spring Grüv at The Canyons Resort in Park City. For over a week, from March 26th through April 4th, The Canyons transforms into Grand Central Station…