Posted in Utah Attractions October 04, 2022 by Sarah McCosham There’s a romanticism associated with the Old West that’s both wholly and undeniably American. The image of a cowboy riding a horse across wide, open spaces is one that’s ingrained in the fabric of our country’s culture, like the stars … Read more
CONDON — Officials from the Flathead National Forest and a Utah ski corporation vying to expand Holland Lake Lodge admitted on Tuesday that each had erred in how the expansion has been presented. But, at a tense two-hour public meeting in Condon, the officials defended the overall public process through which the proposal is being … Read more
Computer forecast models are hinting that a sharp cool down and several inches of mountain snow could be in store for late next week. COLORADO, USA — It’s early, so hold your horses. But, it might be finally time to break out those snow shovels, at least up in the mountains. Sure, we’ve seen a … Read more
Following a fiery public comment period, the Salt Lake County Council passed a resolution Tuesday opposing the recently recommended gondola for Little Cottonwood Canyon, while calling for “commonsense” transportation solutions. The resolution, which argues the Utah Department of Transportation’s yearslong study “failed to adequately and effectively consider alternate transportation modes” in Little Cottonwood Canyon, articulates … Read more
As the first snowfall hits the Kitzsteinhorn Kaprun Glacier Resort in October, Zell am See-Kaprun opens its doors for the 2022 ski season. Centered around the stand-out 3,000 meter peak of the same name, this resort is home to the world-class skiing – including the famous ‘Black Mamba’ slope (Piste No.14) which, with a gradient … Read more
One of the most divisive topics in the ski industry right now is the potential construction of a gondola in Little Cottonwood Canyon. The lift would help reduce canyon in the traffic and reduce the risks of driving up slick roads, but there are various flaws to the gondola as well. In an opinion piece … Read more
If you’ve never stayed at a hostel before, give it a shot, you may be pleasantly surprised. Hostels are safe, secure, and much more social than a hotel. Photo: The Bivvi Breckenridge There’s no question that skiing and riding can be expensive especially when you’re traveling on a big trip. Lift tickets, ski passes, new … Read more
Ikon Pass holders will get 7 days of unfettered access to Grandvalira’s three resorts, and 7 days at Sun Peaks. Select blackout days apply to Ikon Base Pass holders. Vertical: 2,894 ft. Lifts: 13 lifts, including 3 high speed quad chairlifts, 4 quad chairlifts, and 6 surface lifts Average Snowfall: 237 in. IKON PASS EXPANDS … Read more
No matter the season, one of the best resorts in the US is Colorado’s Limelight Snowmass. It starts with ski-in/ski-out access to the titular mountain, Aspen’s world class family friendly ski hill. But remarkably, Snowmass might be even more fun once the snow melts and long days are filled by mountain biking, golf, tennis, or … Read more
“],”renderIntial”:true,”wordCount”:350}”> President Biden may soon designate his first new national monument, some sources predict as early as this month. What is Camp Hale, why does it need protection, and how did we get to the point where the Executive Branch might take action? I reached out to Senator Michael Bennet (D—CO), who wrote to Biden … Read more