Discrete is back with their mountain race, the Cirque Series. The first race took place at Deer Valley in June, and the type-1 fun continues at Alta on July 15th. Formerly known as the Discrete Peak Series, the Cirque Series is much the same – trail runners start at the base of a ski resort,…
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This Land is Our Land March to the capitol during Outdoor Retailer
The Outdoor Industry will host a “This Land is Our Land March” during Outdoor Retailer in July. The 2017 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market is likely the last time it will take place in Salt Lake City. Thanks to Utah Governor Herbert and his anti-public lands policies, the OR Show is (presumably) moving to Denver and…
2017 Wasatch Mountain Film Festival is bigger and better
The 2017 Wasatch Mountain Film Festival starts on Monday, June 19th and run through Saturday, June 24th. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever as more movies, more guest hosts, and more overall fun is on the docket. Exclusive to UtahOutside.com readers, you can get 50% off your tickets or festival…
Questival Adventure Race coming to Salt Lake City
The 2017 Questival Adventure Race is coming to Salt Lake City in July, and now is the time to register your team for one of the biggest outdoor challenge races in the country. Questival is put on by local outdoor gear and apparel company, Cotopaxi. Questival is a 24-hour race where you can participate in…
Rally for Utah Monuments at State Capitol
Do you care about preserving National Monuments in Utah, especially Bears Ears? Then attend a rally at the Utah State Capitol on Saturday, May 6th at 1 p.m. This “Monumental” rally will raise our voices to Interior Secreatry Ryan Zinke, who will visit Utah’s political leaders to discuss the future of our treasured lands. We…
Enroll now for Utah Olympic Park Summer Sport Club Program
Have you (or you kids) ever wanted to be an Olympic athlete? Dream of driving a bobsled, competing as a freestyle skier, or even just learning the fundamentals of Olympic sports? Well this summer you can have that chance through the Utah Olympic Park Summer Sport program. Registration is happening now online. The Utah Olympic…
Ogden Climbing Festival this weekend
Check your rope and harness and chalk up those hands, because the tenth annual Ogden Climbing Festival is this weekend, April 7th and 8th. Presented by Black Diamond, the festival is an opportunity to take your climbing skills to the next level with multiple clinics taught by pro rock climbers. You can learn everything from the…
Alta in April 2017 spring skiing events
April is one of the best months to ski at Alta. Sure the winter powder is less likely to fall, but along with the spring corn snow, there are several Alta in April events you can attend to say goodbye to ski season. Closing day at Alta is officially on April 16th, so there’s a…
Still time to sign up for 6 Hours in Frog Hollow
Last fall, the UtahOutside.com team raced in 25 Hours in Frog Hollow – the longest “24 hours race in the world.” But did you know there’s a shorter version in the spring? 6 Hours in Frog Hollow in like a mini-endurance race and organizers say it’s a great introduction to racing, or a fun way…
Sign up for Strider Cup World Championship in Salt Lake City
Are you the parent of a toddler or child, and he or she loves to ride their Strider Bike? Then give them a taste of competition in the 2017 Strider Cup World Championship, coming to Salt Lake City this July. Sign ups have begun for this annual event where kids can put their balance bike…