It was a country club day in the canyon and I missed it. So it goes sometimes. I had every intention of skiing from around 10am until 2pm but on our way over we found out the Cottonwoods had closed down for avalanche control work from UDot. By the time we got up the road… Read More »
What a sneak attack! Last night we drove to the airport in SLC to pick up my sister Sarah. Her and two friends are staying at the Peruvian Lodge Tuesday and Wednesday night. Dang did they time it right. We were “suppose to get a few inches in the canyons but no biggie on your… Read More »
This post is a day late, but better late then never. When I think back on Saturday, Feb 24th I’ll think of one thing and it won’t be powder or blue skies. It’ll be TRAFFIC. I have never seen the canyon as full of people and cars as it was yesterday. From what I understand,… Read More »
I pulled into Alta around 9:30am on Friday the 23rd. I took my time leaving yesterday morning. And the drive was slow as she goes. I-40 from Heber to Park City wasn’t too bad. Parley’s Summit wasn’t so bad, either. But when I hit I-215 in the Salt Lake Valley it slowed down big time.… Read More »
Time for a good ‘ole Little Cottonwood Canyon pounding. It’s already started and I am getting ready to head out the door now. (5:36am). This is the first in a series of storms that are expected to impact Alta over the next week or so. The radar mosaic pictured here is a still screen capture… Read More »
Most active people have their outdoor apparel and gear of choice. You find what you like, what fits right, what’s durable and long-lasting; and as far as skiing and other winter sports, what keeps you warm and dry. I have had the fortune of trying out many different winter outerwear products over the course of… Read More »