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PUBLISHER ¦¦¦ Dan Miller ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER ¦¦¦ Paula Bell MANAGING EDITOR ¦¦¦ Jenny Willden CIRCULATION MANAGER/OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR ¦¦¦ Cynthia Bell Snow SENIOR EDITOR ¦¦¦ Melissa McGibbon ASSOCIATE EDITOR ¦¦¦ Molly Anderson
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A Season of Uncertainty
By Jamie Tommins
Utah Ski Resorts Fight for International Workers
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What Happens When a Wasatch Power Couple Goes Their Separate Ways
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Holiday Gift Guide
47 Picks for Outdoor Adventurers
By Melissa McGibbon and Jenny Willden
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Of Ice and Men
By Melissa McGibbon
Ice Climbing in Cody, Wyoming
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Snacking on the Slopes
By Molly Andersen
Healthy Choices for On-the-Go Eating
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How 5th and 6th Graders Ski Free
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Ski Utah’s Passport Program
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Sydney Ricketts diving into another “all-you-can-ski buffet” during last seasons abundant servings of pure Alta magic. Photo Credit: Corey Kopischke coreykopischkephotography.com
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STARTING LINE FROM THE EDITOR Is it just me, or did 2017 go by lightning fast? It’s been a year of the highest highs and lowest lows, and I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t—at least a little—excited to start a new year.
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Before this one ends, there’s still the business to handle of holiday gifts. If you’re like me, you haven’t even started shopping yet. That’s where our holiday gift guide on page 16 comes in handy. From kids to campers and travelers to trail runners, we’ve picked out 47 outdoorsy presents for everyone on your list—even Fido. To get yourself in the holiday spirit, head to Utah’s ski resorts for events so festive (pg.8) that you can’t help but feel merry and bright. Happy holidays from all of us at Outdoor Sports Guide!
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WASATCH CITIZENS CROSS COUNTRY RACE SERIES TUNA (The Utah Nordic Alliance) hosts their popular Nordic races series beginning in December at major cross-country ski venues along the Wasatch. Race dates: December 16, January 13 and 20, February 10 and 24. Two classic technique and three free technique races are offered to provide balance for local athletes. Each race has categories for age, gender, and ability level, so all can participate and compete. utahnordic.com
RUN RUN REINDEER 5K Warm up over your Christmas break with a festive 5K in Ivins, Utah (near St. George) on Saturday, December 23. Get in the spirit running with Christmas music on the course, selfie stations, and awards for fastest runners and ugliest sweaters. Bring an unopened toy along with you for Toys for Tots that will be donated to kids in need. Participants receive Run Run Reindeer shirt, finisher›s medal, and for the first 500 registrants, foam reindeer antlers. runrunreindeer.com
U.S. OLYMPIC TEAM TRIALS – SKI JUMPING & NORDIC COMBINED Watch this winner-take-all event where the ski jumping and Nordic combined victors will be named to Team USA. Held December 30-31 at the Utah Olympic Park in Park City. Nordic Combined on Saturday followed by Ski Jumping for men and women on Sunday. utaholympiclegacy.org
40TH ANNUAL SALT LAKE TRACK CLUB BEAT THE NEW YEAR RUN Ring in the New Year in your running shoes at Salt Lake’s 40th annual Beat the New Year Run. You’ll race the clock as your run around Sugarhouse Park on New Year’s Eve—with a goal to finish by midnight. This year all runners receive a 40th anniversary hoodie and commemorative finisher award. Free hot chocolate and costume contest after race. Kids 12 and under are free with paying adult. slctrackclub.org
NEW YEAR’S REVOLUTION RUN AND RIDE If you prefer indoor running to kickstart your New Year, join runners and walkers on January 1, 2018 for a five-hour indoor running party on the 442-meter track at the Utah Olympic Oval. Do as many laps as you like on the indoor track (it’s 47 for a half marathon) with prizes given to those who complete the most. New this year, all participants receive a finisher’s medal and tech shirt. Prefer to bike? There are options for that too. newyearsrevolutionrun.com
DEER VALLEY FIS FREESTYLE WORLD CUP Watch athletes from around the world compete in moguls, dual moguls, and aerials at Deer Valley’s annual freestyle championship January 10-12, 2018. Moguls held Wednesday and Thursday, Aerials Friday; followed by fireworks. Events are free and open to the public. Be sure to carpool and arrive early as parking is limited. deervalley.com
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SPORTS-AM SNOWSHOE STOMP 5K Race in snowshoes on wooded trails and across streams at Mountain Dell (Near Park City) at this winter 5K race on Saturday, January 13, 2018. If you don’t own snowshoes, $10 rentals are available from Wasatch Touring. Or you can race in running shoes. Race followed by complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, and blueberry pancakes. sports-am.com
LADY WILD FILM FEST See short and feature-length films with strong female leads at this one-night film fest in Ogden, Utah on Friday, January 26, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. The purpose is to rally around ladies in film who are pushing the boundaries of understanding, adventure, and sisterhood in their daily lives. Attendees will also have the chance to win some raffle items from sponsors. Created by AndShe’sDopeToo and held at Ogden High’s historic Egyptian-style theater. andshesdopetoo.com/pages/lady-wild-film-fest
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RUN SLC RACE SERIES Get a start on spring training and beat the winter blues with this running race series by Salt Lake Running Company. Do one race or all: 5K February 3, 10K March 3, and 15K April 7. All races starts and end at their Sugar House store and are open to all ages and abilities. Work your way up from the 5K to the 15K. Stay after for live music, local vendors, and food trucks. runslcseries.com
NORDIC VALLEY 7K Run on snow 1.2 miles up the slopes of Nordic Valley ski resort to the rolling, wintry hills of Pine Creek Canyon. From here run two more miles before returning to the resort’s base facility where runners will be greeted with hot chocolate and finishers’ medals. Race begins on December 16 at Nordic Valley in Eden at 8:00 a.m., an hour before the ski resort opens, and runners should reach Pine Creek Canyon before skiers start coming down. Wearing microspikes on your running shoes is recommended for traction. Presented by TrailManners. Email race questions to manners@trailmanners.com. nordicvalley.com. ¦¦¦
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Holiday Happenings at Utah Ski Resorts Photo Courtesy of Park City Mountain Resort and Andy Wright.
By Jenny Willden
Deck the halls on the ski slopes with our comprehensive guide to free Santa skiing, torchlight parades, Saint Nick visits, and New Year’s celebrations at Utah’s ski resorts. Visit sportsguidemag.com or skiutah.com for more information on all resort events. ALTA New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade Ring in 2018 at Alta’s annual torchlight parade. To participate you must wear goggles and be an intermediate skier or above. An adult must accompany children, and they’ll need to bring their own lights. Lifts load at 5:15 p.m. Parade and fireworks begin at approximately 5:45–6:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Entry fee is $10 for skiers; proceeds go to the Utah Food Bank. alta.com BEAVER MOUNTAIN Beaver Mountain is closed Christmas Day, but open on New Year’s Day. skithebeav.com BRIAN HEAD New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade Celebrate the end of 2017 in Southern Utah with night skiing, a torchlight parade on the slopes at 7:00 p.m., fireworks, and after-party in the Last Chair Saloon. brianhead.com BRIGHTON RESORT Milosport Consumer Demo Day Try the latest ski and snowboard gear from your favorite brands before you buy it at a free demo day on Wednesday, December 6. Quad Wednesdays Ski or ride for $25 on December 6, 13, and 20 with your donations to local charities. Bring a new unwrapped toy for Utah Foster Care Foundation (Dec. 6), new winter clothing (hats, socks, gloves) for the Road Home (Dec. 13), and a bag of non-perishable canned food for the Utah Food Bank (Dec. 20) to get your lift ticket. brightonresort.com 8«
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DEER VALLEY Santa Claus Visits Deer Valley Ski on Christmas Eve and visit Santa! He’ll be in the Snow Park Lodge area from 9:00–11:00 a.m. or noon–1:30 p.m. in the Silver Lake Lodge area. Bring your camera/smartphone to take pictures with Saint Nick. Torchlight Parade Begins at dusk (around 6:00 p.m.) December 30 on Bald Eagle Mountain’s Big Stick ski run. Complimentary hot cider and cookies will be served on the Snow Park Plaza. Snow Park Restaurant will also be open for dinner. For more information, call 435-649-1000. deervalley.com EAGLE POINT The resort opens for the season on December 21 and remains open daily until January 7, 2018 before switching to a Friday–Monday schedule. eaglepointresort.com NORDIC VALLEY Ski with Santa Santa has made it a tradition to Ski Nordic Valley before his big night out! Come ski with Santa take pictures on December 23, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Make skiing with Santa your family tradition! Family Fun New Year’s Eve Celebration Ski your way into the New Year with a family ski day followed by a torchlight parade at 6:00 p.m. and fireworks display. nordicvalley.com PARK CITY MOUNTAIN Santa Comes Down Town Lift Welcome Santa to Park City on Saturday, December 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Town Lift Plaza. The evening features complimentary hot chocolate, while supplies last, as you wait for Santa to ride in on the Town Lift with his lit-up sleigh. Photos with Santa courtesy of EpicMix Photo.
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Snowfest Visit Park City from December 16–December 31, 2017 for a 16-day winter festival featuring morning and après musical acts, village entertainers, Santa sightings, fireworks, and more winter fun. 55th Annual Torchlight Parade and Christmas Eve Celebration Get in the holiday spirit on Christmas Eve with festive music paired with hot cocoa and cookies at the Park City Base Area beginning at 5:30 p.m. At 6:00 p.m., the ski and snowboard school will ski down the PayDay trail in a traditional torchlight parade. Free admission and refreshments, while supplies last. New Year’s Eve Celebration Participate in family-friendly activities on New Year’s Eve at Canyons Village. A Concert by Metro Music Club begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by fireworks display at 7:30 p.m. (Early enough for the kiddos to celebrate without staying up all night.) parkcitymountain.com SNOWBASIN Christmas Eve Celebration Ski with Santa during the day, followed by a traditional Christmas dinner at Earl’s Lodge from 4:30–8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 24. No reservations are accepted so come early to get your spot. Hot cocoa and other refreshments will also be available at the lodge. Santa arrives at 5:30 p.m. for photographs with the kids. Torchlight parade, fireworks, and viewing festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. and are FREE to attend. snowbasin.com
SNOWBIRD Hanukkah Candle Lighting Hanukkah candles will be lit in a traditional ceremony every evening at sundown from December 12–19 at the Cliff Lodge. Guests are welcome to bring their menorahs. Santa Skis Free Join other Santa’s for a Christmas Eve ski day at the Bird. The first 50 people dressed in a complete Santa Claus or Elf suit ski/ride free at Snowbird. Register at the Activity Center from 9:00–10:00 a.m. and meet outside the Activity Center at 10:00 a.m. to be escorted to a special Santa Express Tram. Arrive early! Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks On Christmas Eve, stay after skiing for bonfires on the Plaza Deck followed by the Torchlight Parade, fireworks, and Santa rappelling from the Tram at approximately 6:00 p.m. Candelight Christmas Eve Service at 7:00 p.m. in the Snowbird Center. Catch Santa and Mrs. Claus on the slopes from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. on Christmas Day. New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Kick off your New Year’s Eve celebration with fire pits, hot cocoa, and waffles from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on the Plaza Deck. Torchlight Parade begins at approximately 6:00 p.m. followed by fireworks display at 6:30 p.m. Stay after for a DJ and New Year’s Eve party in the Wildflower Lounge. snowbird.com
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A SEASON OF UNCERTAINTY
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Utah Ski Resorts Fight for International Workers By Jamie Tommins
The motionless chairlifts hanging over Utah’s autumn ski slopes suggest peace, quiet, and downtime, but the atmosphere in the office is another story. Autumn is perhaps the busiest time of year for Kimberly Hansen, the human resources manager at Solitude Mountain Resort, as she prepares for the boatloads of visitors arriving on opening day. Not skiers—employees.
Donald Trump signed the “Buy American, Hire American” executive order, promising to halt any federal programs that displaced American workers. By August—a month before Hansen and other ski resorts would begin their winter hiring process—members of the Trump administration had proposed cutting or even eliminating the J-1 program.
“We’ve been interviewing, sending out job offers, and right now are getting prepared for training in November,” Hansen says. But despite months of job fairs and aggressive recruiting, Hansen has several open positions left to fill. “We’re always hiring,” says Hansen. “We’re just not getting the applications.”
In response, Utah’s ski resorts have joined a nationwide effort to protect the J-1 program, which they argue does not rob Americans of jobs. “That’s a 100 percent true statement,” says Hansen. But as ski season approaches, hiring managers face an uncertain future.
Facing shortages last season, Hansen looked to an increasingly useful source for seasonal ski staff: the southern hemisphere. Working with a student-exchange agency, Hansen hired 15 international college students through a federal program called the J-1 Summer Work Travel Visa. The J-1 program has become a crucial tool for ski resorts in recent years, recruiting students whose summer vacations align with the northern hemisphere’s winter. Hansen describes her first year using J-1 workers as a great success. “We loved having them,” says Hansen. She planned to increase her J-1 staff to 20 this season. But by the time Hansen’s first group of foreign workers returned home, the J-1 program had come under threat. In April, President 10«
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“If it’s a stroke of a pen and the J-1 program goes away, that’s 20 fulltime staff I don’t have,” says Hansen. “A FIRE AMERICAN POLICY” President Trump’s view that J-1 workers steal jobs from Americans goes back to May of 2016, when he proposed eliminating the J-1 visa in his immigration platform. But David Byrd, Director of Risk and Regulatory Affairs at the National Ski Areas Association, says too few American workers are able to take seasonal employment during the winter. “If any industry has a sensible argument for using J-1 visas, it’s the ski industry,” Byrd says. Many ski resort jobs, though “seasonal,” are full-time during the winter—a combination suited only to locals or nomads. As
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Deer Valley, Daly Bowl Byrd explains, locals are getting harder to find. In early 2017, Utah’s unemployment rate hit a seven-year low of 3.1 percent. In Summit County, unemployment was 2.7 percent. “Four percent is what economists consider ‘full employment,’” says Byrd—meaning a labor market where everyone who wants a job has one. “There just aren’t enough Americans in these communities who want these jobs.” As for nomads, Byrd rejects the notion that unemployed Americans in, say, Chicago or Philadelphia are losing out on skiing jobs to J-1 workers. “Even with J-1s, I have large destinations for skiers that have 10 percent of their jobs unfilled,” says Byrd. “If you’re interested, you can still get a job in Colorado or Utah.” Ilir Zherka, the Executive Director at the Alliance for Cultural Exchange, says the Trump administration’s critics of the J-1 program misunderstand why many employers hire J-1 workers. “They seem to believe in a zero-sum game,” Zherka says, “where an international, just by virtue of being here, is displacing an American. But that’s not the way the economy works.” For Utah, that misunderstanding could be costly. A report commissioned by the Alliance this summer found that J-1 Summer Work Travel students contributed $12.3 million to Utah’s economy last year. Over half of all J-1 employers surveyed in the report said that eliminating the J-1 program would force them to reduce services, while 28.7 percent would need to lay off some of their permanent staff. “Instead of a ‘Hire American’ policy, eliminating these programs would be a ‘Fire American’ policy,” says Zherka.
Deer Valley has used J-1 students for many years, and plans to hire some 300 J-1 workers this season. But Angotti believes the program is more than simply a labor source. “It’s one of the greatest diplomacy programs you could have,” Angotti says. Founded during the Cold War, the J-1 program was designed to strengthen U.S. foreign relations by introducing international students to American culture. According to the Alliance survey, 76 percent of J-1 program alumni said their opinion of the U.S. improved after the program. Angotti believes the Utah skiing community offers a particularly rich cultural experience for J-1 workers. “For many of these students, the whole exposure to the sport itself, and then meeting all those passionate people sharing a sport they love, is something brand new,” she says. At Deer Valley, J-1 workers are welcome with a banquet at a hotel in Park City. “We invite the mayor to come welcome all his new citizens for the next few months,” says Angotti. The J-1 employees receive lists of cultural events over the winter, bus passes for the season, and even tickets to Utah Jazz games. “And they love to visit our national parks,” says Angotti. “Nothing says America like our national parks.” After a busy autumn, Angotti is hopeful about the program’s future. Utah Senators Orrin Hatch and Mike Lee, along with Congressman Rob Bishop, have expressed support for the J-1 program, and Ilir Zherka of the Alliance believes that this season’s J-1 workers won’t be affected. But as one hiring manager said, “Could everything change in a tweet? Absolutely.” Jamie Tommins is a freelance journalist from Connecticut reporting on environmental policy and conservation. When not thinking about imperiled New England ecosystems, Jamie can be found hiking, rock climbing, or fiddling with a camera lens. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @jtommins.
MORE THAN JOBS Lisa Angotti, a recruiting manager at Deer Valley resort, has taken up an additional role for the busy fall hiring season: political activist. In October, Angotti flew to Washington, D.C. with a group of industry professionals to educate public officials about the J-1 Summer Work Travel program. ¦¦¦
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SOLITUDEERVALLEY, WE HARDLY KNEW YOU!
What Happens When a Wasatch Power Couple Goes Their Separate Ways By Nick Como
Resort partnerships and ownership changes are nothing new in the ski industry. In the past few years, the Wasatch resorts have resembled a chessboard of sorts. Before the dust settled on Vail Resorts’ purchase of Park City and its union with Canyons, Deer Valley purchased Solitude in May 2015—I know I didn’t see that coming.
Royal Street Corporation and Red Gables Corporation, who purchased it in May 2015. Royal Street Corporation (Lessing Stern, chairman of the board) and Red Gables Corporation (Roger Penske, chairman of the board) have been responsible for building and managing Deer Valley for the past few decades and will continue at the helm of Solitude.
Now two short years later, Deer Valley has joined a new ownership group, with a working title of NEWCO, which is a typical title given to new corporations as paperwork and structure are being finalized.
I asked Sherri Harkin, marketing and communication manager at Solitude, if the resort was for sale, and her answer was a resounding “no.” Not that I could have afforded to make an offer. (I’m thinking Mr. Stern and Mr. Penske made a few bucks in selling Deer Valley.) They don’t want or need to sell Solitude. “There will be no changes to the current management team,” says Harkin. “Kim Mayhew will continue in her role as general manager at Solitude.”
We all have questions as to what happens now: snowboarding at Deer Valley? Combo passes to (fill in the blank)? More or less expensive skiing? And what about Solitude—will it continue on its improvement path? And who the hell is in charge at both resorts? Here are a few answers we found. SOLITUDE: SAME OWNERSHIP, CONTINUED IMPROVEMENTS Two years ago, Deer Valley’s purchase of Solitude seemed to be a marriage of opposites: Deer Valley’s ying to Solitude’s yang, so to speak. In a short time, Deer Valley’s “Midas Touch” came over Solitude and improved, well, everything. Updated lifts, better food, reciprocal pass benefits. Skiers and boarders were the true winners, and both resorts maintained their different identities. Following the sale of Deer Valley, business at Solitude will continue as usual. The resort is still owned by Deer Valley’s original partners, 12«
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“The partners see this transition as an opportunity to continue to grow Solitude’s brand and business, and this change does not deflect from our commitment, or the partner’s commitment, to continue the momentum to grow the resort.” said general manager, Kim Mayhew. Sounds like good news to me. DEER VALLEY: NEW OWNERSHIP, SAME STAFF The aforementioned Mr. Stern and Mr. Penske sold Deer Valley this summer to a newly formed ownership group. Let’s take a minute to make heads and tails of who and what is involved.
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This July, KSL and Henry Crown & Company, who own the four Aspen resorts, created a new partnership. These two companies did not combine, instead they created a new company that affiliates from each are owners of, which is NEWCO. This partnership brings together the Alpine and Squaw resorts, Intrawest, and Mammoth under one umbrella. The Aspen resorts are not part of NEWCO, but are closely associated by sharing an owner (that’s the Crowns, if you’re paying attention). It’s this new group that purchased Deer Valley in August 2017, bringing the total to 12 resorts. Deer Valley is a perennial #1 ranked resort, but is still striving to improve after wrapping up another busy summer. In fact, that’s what has Deer Valley president and COO Bob Wheaton excited, as the new owners have shown their priority is to support the individual resorts from day one. “First of all, there have been zero staff changes,” says Wheaton. “Our skiers should be reassured that the new owners have the same goals and priorities as we’ve had for the past 37 years.” The ski industry is relatively small on the grand scale of things, with most of the leading industry names knowing each other well. Utah is famous for how resorts, who are inherently competitors, work well together. Case in point: trade
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Solitude Mountain Resort For 2017-18, Solitude will maintain its season pass reciprocal program benefits, such as the Wasatch Benefit, which includes two days to Deer Valley, Alta, and Snowbird. Add to that two days to Brighton Resort, and the M.A.X. Pass add-on on that earns five days of skiing at over 40 resorts across North America. Eligible Deer Valley passes continue to includes the Wasatch Benefit earning three days at Alta and Snowbird, plus four passes to Solitude. You’ll also get two days at Brighton. In the future, it’s anyone’s guess if the 12 resorts part of Deer Valley’s ownership group will share lift privileges, and whether or not the four Aspen resorts will be part of that. “That’s for a future discussion,” says Wheaton. “It’s certainly going to be a conversation we’ll have, but for now our focus is on opening day.”
Nick Como escaped the skyscrapers of NYC for the tall peaks of the Wasatch. Climber, skier, canyoneer, mountain biker, and lover of food. Just don’t think of offering him pizza with pineapple on it.
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BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING
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47 PICKS FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURERS By Melissa McGibbon and Jenny Willden
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TINY TOTS
EARTH EXPLORERS ExOfficio Give-N-Go Underwear Collection Stylish high performance underwear is a great gift for anyone. This collection for men and women is comfortable, breathable, quick drying, and has an antimicrobial treatment that reduces odor. $22-$30 exofficio.com
LEGO Friends Snow Resort Off-roader Your LEGO-obsessed little shredders will get a kick out of this kit that includes a mini doll snowboarder, a ramp and rail for perfecting her park tricks, and an SUV for driving to the slopes. $12 shop.lego.com
Toad&Co Intermosso Dress A hidden pocket and anti-stink, wicking fabric make this dress your bestie for travel. Style as you like, it’s gorgeous paired with tights and boots or worn on its own with heels. $99 toadandco.com
Smartwool Women’s Crestone Poncho Excellent for air travel or après ski, any lady will love the cozy warmth and elegant style of this 65% Merino Wool and 35% Nylon poncho inspired by the town of Crestone, Colorado. $160 smartwool.com
Skida Nordic Baby Hat Keep your little one cozy during outdoor pursuits with this madein-Vermont baby hat crafted out of wicking poly-blend fabric lined with soft fleece. $28 skida.com
Granite Gear Cross Trek Wheeled Carry-on W/ Removable 28 Liter Pack You can’t beat this bag for its size and price. Carry it on as a separate roller and backpack, or zip it together and wear as a hip-belted backpack wherever rolling is inconvenient. $190 granitegear.com
Yuba Flip Flop Balance Bike Start ‘em young! The bike’s low seat position allows kids as young as one to skip training wheels by learning to balance and glide. Frame flips as they grow to fit kids up to 6 years old. $120 yubabikes.com
Lululemon Men’s Shell Stopper Bomber Street styling and warm, light Polartec Alpha insulation will make this jacket your guy’s new favorite. Wind- and waterresistance keeps him dry in sudden weather changes. $198 lululemon.com
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LEGO Friends Advent Calendar Count down the days ‘til Christmas with an advent calendar that gets little LEGO lovers stoked for ski season. Behind the calendar’s 24 tiny doors hide furry friends, snowboarders, and trees that form a winter wonderland. $24 shop.lego.com
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Parks Project Mighty By Nature Youth Sweatshirt This kid’s sweatshirt is not just adorable; it also gives back. Your purchase helps fund volunteer projects that clean and protect the parks you love. $32 parksproject.com
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Lily Trotters Dots-A-Plenty Compression Socks Compression socks can reduce swelling, prevent leg cramping, and improve bloodflow. Stuff ‘em in your runner’s stocking for healthy legs and festive cheer. $48 lilytrotters.com
Coolcore Women’s Connection 7/8 Tight Neat-o chemical-free cooling tech in these leggings can reduce your body surface temperature by 30 percent—perfect for when you’re working up a sweat. $72 coolcore.com
Sabre Runner Pepper Gel Protect your favorite runner with a gift you hope they’ll never have to use. Pepper gel eliminates the wind blow-back of a spray and has amped-up power to stop anyone in pursuit. $12 sabre.com
Ultimate Direction Crew Bag One can never have too many gear bags. This one has clever features such as clear, exterior compartments for wet shoes and clothing plus internal organizers for food and first aid. $124 ultimatedirection.com Garmin Vívosport Featuring built-in GPS, an always-on color screen, and built-in sports app for strength training, cardio, and more. It includes fitness monitoring tools: VO2 Max, fitness age, and all-day stress tracking. $199 garmin.com
Brooks Cascadia Vest Baby it’s cold outside! Toss on this vest over a long-sleeve shirt for warmer winter runs plus wind and water protection. Internal pocket keeps your phone from jiggling about. $110 brooksrunning.com
MSR Trail Shot For minimalist trail runners or preparedness types, this light and fast water filter lets you sip or fill a bottle directly from the source—after safely removing 99.9% of containments. $50 msr.com
ADVENTURE ADDICTS
Parks Project 59 Parks Vintage Map Gift this map and a set of pushpins to a national park lover so they can mark off each they visit until they’ve seen all 59. $25 parksproject.com
Mountainsmith Tour WSD Fanny packs are even cooler now than in the ‘80s, and this classic’s been redesigned with modern features like waistband smartphone pockets and handy headphone port for accessing your tunes. You can also wear it like a purse with the included strap...but why? $80 mountsmith.com
Chums Downstream Rolltop Bag 4L For the watersports enthusiast, this waterproof rolltop bag features welded seams, double-sided TPU coated nylon, and a drain hole for quick drying. Wear around your waist or as a shoulder bag for paddleboarding, kayaking, canyoneering, or rafting. $44 chums.com
Toad&Co Cache Cargo Pant For adventures near and far, cargo pants are typically handy, but hideous. These pants change that with sleek pockets that stash stuff without looking bulky, and durable organic cotton construction with a bit of stretch. $85 toadandco.com
Osprey Porter 30 This pack is built for being on the go. It has a padded laptop, tablet sleeve, and smart details like deployable shoulder harness and hipbelt plus padded sidewalls to protect gear and clothing. $130 ospreypacks.com
Danner Mountain 600 Hiking Boots Forge a new path in this restyled classic style that’s built with a grippy Vibram outsole and Megagrip rubber for hold on wet, slippery terrain. $180 danner.com
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Topeak Wedge DryBag Saddle Pack A key piece of gear for every rider, this wedge has a quick release buckle system, welded and waterproof seams, and a roll closure so it can stand up to conditions in every season. $39 topeak.com
Camelbak L.U.X.E. Mountain Biking Pack First of all, this pack is awesome. Though designed to carry enough gear for a full day of mountain biking, it also does double duty as a great allaround adventure backpack. $110 camelbak.com
BCA Slope Meter Otherwise known as an inclinometer, this is an essential tool for any backcountry adventurer. It’s lightweight and has a built-in compass to measure slope angle and aspect. $24 backcountryaccess.com
Pearl Izumi Versa Barrier Jacket Year-round riders will appreciate the sleek design, comfortable feel, and functional features of this cycling jacket. It has subtle reflective accents for visibility and features a DWR finish for wind and water resistance. $140 pearlizumi.com RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper Seatpost Getting a seatpost dropper is a sweet upgrade for any ride. This component makes it easy to drop or raise the saddle height with the push of a button. $349 sram.com
DryGuy Force Dry Shoe and Glove Dryer Give the gift of dry boots with this device that dries a pair of ski or snowboarding boots and winter gloves in about an hour. Gently heated forced air eliminates moisture and helps prevent odor-causing bacteria, fungus, and mold from forming. $50 dryguy.com
BCA Link Group Communications Two-Way Radio Give skiers and snowboarders and valuable tool to keep them safe in the backcountry. Offers real-time communication and comes with a long-lasting rechargeable lithium ion battery. Compatible with BCA’s Float Avalanche Airbag and Stash Packs. $149 backcountryaccess.com
Mountain Hardwear StretchDownTM Coat Made with responsible down, this longlength parka says sophisticated city style but feels as soft and comfortable as your favorite worn-out puffy. $300 mountainhardwear.com
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Flowfold Trailmate Dog Leash Repurposed from Sterling climbing ropes and made in the U.S.A., these durable, lightweight dog leashes are a great choice for any dog parent. Leash is six feet in length and comes in a variety of colors. $25 flowfold.com
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Ruffwear Front Range Dog Harness Upgrade from a choking collar to a doggie harness for best friends. This everyday harness is comfortable for dogs to wear and easy to put on. Features two leash attachment points and reinforced webbing at the dog’s chest for training and control. $39 ruffwear.com
Ultra Paws Reflective Dog Vest Keep Fido safe with a reflective dog vest for improved visibility. Bright orange by day with reflective trim and designs for night. Breathable mesh back panel secures with quick snaps at the neck and belly. $19 ultrapaws.com
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Ruffwear Urban Sprawl Dog Bed Every pupper needs a spot to call their own. This plush dog bed has a two-sided mattress so Fido can choose between a soft or firm sleeping surface. Cover is removable and washable for easy cleaning. $149 ruffwear.com
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BACKCOUNTRY BAKERS Stoked Stix Coffee Make instant coffee great again with these handy, single-serving packets. Available in medium and dark roast, just add 8 ounces of water and get back to adventuring. $9 stokedroasters.com
Klean Kanteen Steel Straws 500 million straws are thrown away in America each day. Break the cycle and say ‘no’ to straws, or ‘yes’ to this set of reusable stainless steel straws with foodgrade silicone tips. Set includes four straws and fiber brush for easy cleaning. $10 kleankanteen.com
GSI Fairshare Mug II This hybrid mug and bowl has a strong handle, screw-top lid, and side graduations for easy measuring, storing, sipping, and eating. $15 gsioutdoors.com
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Mystery Ranch Mission Duffel When toting lots of gear from car to camp, choose this duffel with backpack straps for easy hauling. Made of tough, waterproof fabric that ensures your gear stays dry. $130 mysteryranch.com
Big Agnes Whetstone Shelter Use this shelter system for camping, festivals, outdoor concerts, and possibly waiting in line for the latest Apple device. It’s lightweight, easy to pitch, and has four interior pockets. $139 bigagnes.com
North Street Pioneer 8 Hip Pack Be the coolest one in camp with a tiny fanny pack that keeps your smartphone and essentials handy. This National Parks Conservation Association colorway is limited-edition; get it while you can. $39 northstbags.com
GSI 30 Ounce JavaPress Coffee lovers want great coffee—no matter how far they are from civilization. Gift this shatterproof, BPA-free press for hot, grind-free brews every time. $33 gsioutdoors.com
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RinseKit Black Do dishes or take a shower at camp with this pressurized, portable shower that doesn’t require any pumping or batteries. It has a spray nozzle with seven settings and holds a steady spray for three minutes. $99 rinsekit.com
AlpineAire Gourmet Meal Kit Gift these gourmet camping meals or keep on hand for an emergency. A 7-day kit includes an average of 1,200 calories per day and can be prepared in the pouch by adding boiling water. $69-$89 alpineaire.com
CAMPGROUND CONNOISSEURS
MSR Pocket Rocket 2 The latest iteration of this popular backpacking stove stows smaller than ever and boils water in just 3.5 minutes. Now with strong, serrated supports to keep pots of all sizes stable. $45 msr.com
Camp Chef Italia Artisan Pizza Oven Up the ante on camp cuisine with a pizza oven that sits atop an outdoor grill. Inside, the ceramic stone heats as high as 700 degrees and cooks homemade or frozen pizzas to crispy perfection. $150 campchef.com
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OF ICE AND MEN
Ice Climbing in Cody, Wyoming By Melissa McGibbon
Cody is an unassuming un-tropolis of 10,000 in northern Wyoming— about 50 miles from the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park—steeped in history and rich with natural beauty that was surely created to entice adventurous undertakings. This western frontier town was founded in 1901 by none other than Colonel William Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody, and has since become a fascinating whistle-stop with much to see and do. AN ICE CLIMBING MECCA What Buffalo Bill probably wasn’t expecting is that the area would become one of the best ice climbing destinations in the west due to its handsome portion of routes and comparatively long season. To be fair, ice climbing wasn’t really a thing until at least 1912 and wasn’t popularized in the United States until the early ‘30s, when Grivel invented the first crampon with front points. Cody is well known among ice climbers for its routes in the North and South Forks of the Shoshone River canyons. The South Fork has the highest concentration of frozen waterfalls in the United States. When the ice is in, there are more than 200 climbable pitches within a 10mile radius. South Fork ice routes are, of course, weather dependent, but usually, climbers can count on finding a jillion multi-pitch ice routes in this valley with varying difficulty, generally between WI3 and WI5+. Local favorites are Smoked Turkey (WI3), Cabin Fever (WI4), and Mean Green (WI5). “Mean
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Green was a long day of sublime climbing. Beautiful scenery, tremendous ice pitches, and a distinctly alpine feel,” said climber Zac M. Cody. FRIENDLIEST LITTLE ICE FEST IN THE NORTHERN ROCKIES For climbers looking to try the South Fork’s routes, a great place to start is the 10th annual Cody Ice Climbing Festival. Held February 8–11, 2018, the ice climbing clinics are designed for all levels and run Friday and Saturday during the festival. Registration is now open for clinics, which include a women’s only session led by Angela Van Wiemeersch and a 2-day light and fast alpinism class taught by Jeff Shapiro and Fabrizio Zangrilli. Festival Director, Ari Novak said, “Our goal is to help participants become better ice climbers and alpinists, from the novice to the advanced. We want the Cody Ice Festival to be a welcoming, fun, educational, affordable, and inspirational experience for every climber regardless of experience.” What sets the Cody Ice Climbing Festival apart from the Ouray and Bozeman Ice Climbing Festivals is the family feel of the three-day event. Often referred to as the friendliest little ice festival in the northern Rockies, nightly events are hosted in the Cody Community Auditorium. Ice climbing gear raffles and presentations are held every night, along with special events like an ice tool pull-up competition for attendees. Bottomless brews are available to adults who buy the commemorative pint glass.
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The spectacular landscape, outdoor activities, and old west charm make Cody, Wyoming an inspiring place to visit, attracting the likes of Ernest Hemingway, who finished writing his book, “Death in the Afternoon” at the Chamberlin Inn Bed and Breakfast in 1932. Other famous callers include business magnates such as Marshall Fields and Erle Halliburton. It’s also the birthplace of abstract expressionist artist, Jackson Pollock, aka Jack the Dripper. Adventurers will never be at a loss for exciting endeavors and big exploration in this historical town.
YELLOWSTONE COUNTRY ADVENTURE Though climbing ice is quite nice, not everyone fancies such frozen frivolities. Many non-ice climbers come to this event to enjoy the other festivities and locale, too. Swashbuckling explorers delight in the many bountiful offerings of Yellowstone Country, like snowshoeing through the breathtaking Absaroka Mountains or soaking in the DeMaris Hot Springs deep in the Shoshone River Canyon. Winter travelers looking for an alternative to ice climbing can venture a few turns at Sleeping Giant Ski Resort—the cutest little ski resort that ever was—complete with an authentic lodge from 1952. Sleeping Giant is a great place for skiers of all levels with, count ‘em, two lifts and a magic carpet area for beginners.
Melissa McGibbon is an award-winning adventure travel journalist. She is the Senior Editor at Outdoor Sports Guide Magazine and is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers, the North American Travel Journalists Association, and the Adventure Travel Trade Association. Her work also appears in Outside Magazine, SmarterTravel.com, HuffPost.com, and Elevation Outdoors. GEAR:30 Shop Employee James Knight enjoying a sunny day on Middle Teton. Photo: Ethan Judd
Skiers who prefer cross-country to downhill will find 11 miles of groomed trails at the nearby Park County Nordic Center by the Pahaska Tepee Resort, which was once Buffalo Bill’s hunting lodge. These gorgeous trails offer the illusion of extreme remoteness, but are actually not too far from civilization. Skiers have a good probability of wildlife encounters (or evasions) with elk, bison, sheep, and moose. INDOOR ACTIVITIES If the weather isn’t cooperating, there are lots of unique indoor things to do in Cody. For $39, patrons can shoot a model 1862 45LC Gatling Gun or a 50 Caliber Kentucky Flintlock at the Cody Firearms Experience. Or see five museums in one place within the Buffalo Bill Center of the West: The Buffalo Bill Museum, Whitney Western Art Museum, Plains Indian Museum, Draper Natural History Museum, and Cody Firearms Museum.
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Visitors can see a pair Catherine the Great’s flintlock pistols on display, have an interactive exploration of the life and times of Buffalo Bill, and try out the Raptor Experience, which promises an up-close-andpersonal view of some of Wyoming’s most recognized predators—the birds of prey.
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gearthirty.com 1931 S Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT
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SNACKING ON THE SLOPES
Healthy and Delicious Choices for On-the-Go Eating By Molly Andersen
On the slopes or on the trails, there’s no surer way to bring a great day to a screeching halt than to let “hanger” get the best of you. Combine humans’ natural drive to eat more in the winter with the caloriecrushing burn of a day spent snowboarding or snowshoeing, and you’ll find yourself gripped by sinking blood sugar, crashing energy levels, and a plummeting mood to boot.
LIQUID LUNCH? Slurping from a Thermos is undeniably quicker than stopping for a knife-and-fork meal. Hearty pureed soups like our Roasted Butternut Bisque are a nutrient-rich and delicious option, but a low-sodium packaged soup (such as Pacific Natural’s Thai Sweet Potato Soup) is a stress-free alternative.
Though your first inclination might be to cram down a couple of energy bars and keep going--or, secondarily, to abandon what you’re doing and head to the nearest brewpub--it’s not hard to stave off that hangry feeling and deal with it when it starts to rear its ugly head. Try taking a few minutes before your next snow day to plan some healthy, nourishing trailside eats. You’ll keep your mood and performance at their peak... and, at the end of the day, you’ll feel like you really deserve that après-ski IPA!
Look out for “healthy” masqueraders such as bottled juices. These products frequently pack a sugary punch while leaving behind the fiber that helps regulate blood sugar spikes. Plus, since liquids don’t trigger your fullness response the way solid foods do, it’s easy to overindulge.
TIMING IS EVERYTHING Though it’s tempting to wait until you’re practically starving to break for lunch, planning ahead can help keep your energy levels from seesawing and mean more time on your board, less time feeding your face. Get your morning off to a good start with a small, high-protein breakfast (try two or three eggs scrambled with a handful of fresh spinach and a sprinkling of cheese). Tote an easy-to-digest snack to nibble on the lift, like this High-Protein Trail Mix (adapted from greatist.com). Try packing it in several single-serving bags or reusable containers to control your portion size. Set a time for a lunch break and stick to it.
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RECIPES High-Protein Trail Mix This super-flexible snack adapts easily to ingredients you have on hand. Combine: 1 part nuts (almonds, walnut pieces, shelled pistachios, cashews) 1 part dried fruit (apricots, cherries, dates, raisins, mango--look for unsulfured, unsweetened options) 1 part sweet OR savory (dark chocolate chips, wasabi peas, wholegrain Chex or other cereal) 1/2 part seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, sesame, flax) Serving size: 1/4 cup
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Roasted Butternut Bisque 1 medium butternut squash, halved and seeded 1 Tbsp butter or coconut oil 1 onion, chopped 1 Tbsp curry powder OR 2 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped 8 ounces silken tofu (optional) 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup milk, cream, or coconut milk Sea salt and pepper to taste
PACK IT UP! It doesn’t matter how tasty or convenient your on-the-go meal is if it ends up spilling all over your hands, your clothes, or the inside of your daypack. Check out these options for keeping your food and drink contained (and at a perfect serving temperature). Zojirushi Mr. Bento Lunch Jar Pack a four-course meal with no soggy crackers or sloppy soup. This insulated stainless-steel jar holds four separate containers to keep foods separate and maintain an appetizing serving temperature. $40 amazon.com
Place squash on a foil-lined baking sheet, cut sides down, and roast at 375 degrees until very tender, about 40 minutes. Let cool slightly, then scoop out flesh and discard rind. Heat butter or coconut oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add onion and curry powder (if using) and saute, stirring occasionally, until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add squash, tofu (if using), broth, and milk. Bring to a simmer; simmer, uncovered, about 20 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender for a smooth soup or mash squash and tofu with a potato masher for a chunkier result. Stir in thyme (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
Yeti Rambler 18-ounce Bottle Whether you’re craving a creamy smoothie or a hearty beef stew, the Rambler’s double-walled construction serves up frosty (or piping-hot) liquids under the most extreme conditions. Its wide mouth makes both filling and pouring a mess-free endeavor. $30 yeti.com reZip Click’n Go Insulated Roll Top Bag Short on space? Clip a lunch or snack to your handlebars or backpack with this colorful insulated bag. Constructed from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, it’ll boost your environmental friendliness while keeping your munchies secure. When you’re done eating, the bag folds flat or rolls up tight for easy storage. $13 rezip.com
Molly Anderson lives in Portland, Oregon, where she hikes, walks, and runs whenever it isn’t raining—and often when it is. A contributor to Outdoor Sports Guide since 2009, she also hosts regular trivia nights and homeschools her two sons.
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HOW 5TH AND 6TH GRADERS SKI FREE Ski Utah’s Passport Program By Jodi Saeland
Did you know your 5th and 6th grade kids can ski at all 14 Utah resorts this season for just $35? With Ski Utah’s 5th and 6th Grade Passports, 5th graders receive 42 days of skiing or boarding—three days at each of Utah’s resorts—and 6th graders receive one day of free skiing or boarding at all 14 resorts.
“The passport’s amazing because it gives kids the chance to put down those phones and devices and go skiing or snowboarding.” says Emily, a 12-year-old skier, “Kids may never know if they can land a 360 or a backflip because they’ve never tried. Use this passport to get out into Utah’s amazing mountains.”
The purpose of the pass is to get kids at a crucial stage of development to choose healthy activities, make them lifelong participants in skiing and snowboarding, and help them decide where to get a season pass in the future.
Ten-year-old snowboarder, Brennan, has been riding since he was four and uses his passport to improve, “I am a slopestyle snowboarder. Slopestyle is a type of snowboarding where you go on the big jumps, and launch off of them.”
And signing up is easy. To apply for a Ski Utah Passport:
He loves that it’s an affordable way for newbies and experienced youngsters to ski all of Utah’s resorts, “For kids who have thought about skiing or snowboarding and have never been, 5th grade is a great time to start. You can get three days free at every resort in Utah with the 5th grade passport. It’s a great deal.” says Brenan. “If you don’t have your own equipment, it’s no big deal because a lot of the ski shops offer season rental deals for around $100.”
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2. Pay $35 application fee and fill out the application. Fee increases to $45 after January 31. 3. Upload a photo of your child. 4. Wait for the passport to arrive in the mail. 5. Grab your skis or boards and head to the mountains. Ski Utah Passports have a photo of the passport holder in the front—just like a regular passport—with coupons inside for each resort. To get lift tickets, kids must bring the passport to the ticket window every time they ski. The passport also includes discount coupons for summer activities, ski/board rentals, and discounts for Mom and Dad.
Whether your kids are expert shredders or total newbs, visit SkiUtah.com to sign up and follow the adventures, blog, and videos of Emily and Brennan.
Jodi Saeland is a part-time meteorologist for KSL Television and part-time marketing specialist for a veterinarian clinic. When not working, Jodi spends her free time chasing after her two kids and little dog in the outdoors where they camp, hike, and bike in summer and ski and snowboard in winter. She’s a big believer in keeping kids active in the outdoors and leading a healthy lifestyle.
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CALENDAR AVALANCHE EDUCATION December 11
Women’s Beacon Clinic Alta
Ski Area, UT. Alta Community Enrichment, SheJumps, and the Utah Avalanche Center are hosting a free women’s beacon from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Join us at Alta Ski Resort to learn how to properly use your rescue gear. We will go over efficient beacon search, proper probing techniques, and strategic shoveling practices. www.utahavalanchecenter.org
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Companion Rescue Fundamentals Milly Chalet,
Brighton Resort, UT. Join the Utah Avalanche Center and avalanche professionals to hone your partner rescue skills, covering scene assessment, beacon searching, probing, strategic digging, and packaging and transporting an injured partner. This class is a great early- season refresher for experienced backcountry travelers. www.utahavalanchecenter.org (The following are two-part classes so you must attend both sets of dates.)
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women while learning to get out in the backcountry, have fun, and come home ready to do it again. Each one of our Backcountry 101 course is lead by a U.A.C avalanche forecaster. www.utahavalanchecenter.org
ages 15 and up. This camp starts Friday at 4:30 pm, runs through Sunday at 6:30pm www.kristenulmer.com/events
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The Art of Fear 2-day Ski Camp This targeted, ultra-effective
Backcountry 101 Avalanche Class Logan, UT. On Thursday
night, a forecaster will use videos, slides, stories and class exercises to explain avalanche characteristics, snowpack fundamentals, clues to instability, terrain assessment, safe travel techniques, rescue techniques, and decision making. www. utahavalanchecenter.org
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Backcountry 101 for Snowshoers Brighton Fire
Station, UT. On Thursday night you will be treated to three hours of video, slides, and stories helping you to understand avalanche characteristics, snowpack fundamentals, clues to instability, terrain assessment, safe travel techniques and most importantly companion rescue techniques. www.utahavalanchecenter.org
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Women’s Backcountry 101
Backcountry 101 Avalanche Class Salt Lake City, UT. Skiing and
Salt Lake City, UT. Spend an evening in the classroom and a day on the snow with the pros and other
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2-day ski camp is for you, if you feel any of the following:
• that your ski experience is
compromised by too much fear • emotionally held back by a past injury or accident • like you’ve stopped getting any better or have even digressed • that you’re unable to ski with your friends or family without holding them back • excessive anxiety in other areas of your life besides skiing • experience no fear in one area of your life, but loads of fear in another, and are confused by this discrepancy www.kristenulmer.com/events
February 2–4
Ski to Live 3-day most Amazing Ski Weekend of your Life Great if you want to
trouble shoot specific ski or life questions, finding clear, physically embodied answers which will affect the way you experience not just skiing, but everything. For skiers intermediate to pro ability levels,
FESTIVALS Deer Valley FIS Freestyle World Cup Park City, UT. Watch
athletes from around the world compete in moguls, dual moguls, and aerials at Deer Valley’s annual freestyle championship. The fun begins with a FREE concert on lower Main Street in Park City at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 9. Moguls held Wednesday and Thursday, Aerials Friday; followed by fireworks. Events are free and open to the public. www.deervalley.com
January 26
Lady Wild Film Fest Ogden,
UT. This film fest showcases both feature-length and short films with strong female leads or characters. The purpose of this festival is to rally around ladies in film who are pushing the boundaries of understanding, adventure, and sisterhood in their daily lives. Attendees will also have the chance to win some raffle items from our sponsors with locally provided food and drinks available for purchase. www.andshesdopetoo.com/pages/ lady-wild-film-fest
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December 15–17
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Utah Olympic Oval in Kearns, Utah, as the site for the 2018 U.S. Olympic Team Trials. Join the excitement to see the members of the 2018 U.S. Olympic Team. www.utaholympiclegacy.org/oval
December 30-31
US Olympic Trials Ski Jumping & Nordic Combined Utah Olympic Park, Park City, UT. A winner-take-all event where the victors will be named to Team USA. The Olympic Trials will feature Nordic Combined on Saturday, followed by Ski Jumping for men and women on Sunday. NBC will carry the event nationally including live coverage of Sunday’s Ski Jumping. The winner of each event will receive a spot on the U.S. Olympic Team. www. utaholympiclegacy.org/olympic-trials-nordic-combined-ski-jumping/
RUNNING December 9
Bakers Dozen Half Marathon and 5K St. George, UT. Race a 5K or half marathon all while downing treats (cupcakes, cookies, donuts) along the way. Runners race a 3.25-mile loop course with half marathoners looping four times and 5K participants looping once. Half marathon runners receive a medal only if they eat a treat from the Sugar Shack aid station each time they pass it. www. bakersdozenhalfmarathon.com
December 10
Hoover Dam Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Run starts at
Boulder Beach and leads you onto the paved Mountain Loop Trail until you reach the packed-dirt Historic Railroad Trail. Offering a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and relay, this run will take you all the way to Hoover Dam and back to Boulder Beach. www.bbscrun.com/#!hoover-dam-marathon/c1on4
December 16
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Girls on the Run Southern Utah Fall 5K Washington,
UT. Culmination and celebration of the Girls on the Run after school program. Join us run the 5K and support girls from Girls on the Run in our community! Anyone who has been to a Girls on the Run 5K knows that it is unlike any other running event. It is a celebration of and for the girls who are completing a ten-week season of Girls on the Run programming. By the day of the 5K, their enthusiasm is so unbridled that they are running around before the race! Positive energy abounds as the girls dance to warm-up music, and gather with their teammates to hold hands as they head to the starting line. Our 5K is a non-competitive event that will bring a smile to your face. You will be so glad you joined us! www. gotrsouthernutah.org/5KDetail#show-event-details Early Winter 2017
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Nordic Valley 7K Nordic Valley,
UT. Run on snow 1.2 miles up the slopes of Nordic Valley ski resort to the rolling, wintry hills of Pine Creek Canyon where you’ll run two more miles before returning to the resort’s base facility where runners will be greeted with hot chocolate and finishers’ medals. Race begins on at Nordic Valley in Eden at 8:00 a.m., an hour before the ski resort opens, and runners should reach Pine Creek Canyon before skiers start coming down. Wearing microspikes on your running shoes is recommended for traction. Presented by TrailManners. Email race questions to manners@ trailmanners.com. www.nordicvalley.com
December 16
40th Annual Salt Lake Track Club Beat the New Year Run
Salt Lake City, UT, Ring in the New Year in your running shoes at Salt Lake’s 40th annual Beat the New Year Run. You’ll race the clock as your run around Sugar House Park. With a goal to finish by midnight. This year all runners receive a 40th anniversary hoodie and commemorative finisher award. Free hot chocolate and costume contest after race. Kids 12 and under are free with paying adult. www.slctrackclub.org
January 1
New Year’s Revolution Run and Ride Kearns, UT. If you prefer indoor running for your New Year’s run, join 365 runners and walkers
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January 1
Life Time Fitness Commitment Day 5K Life Time Fitness, 10996 S. River Front Pkwy, South Jordan, UT. Start off on the right foot at this New Year’s Day 5K run or walk sponsored by Life Time Fitness. Just $25 for adults. Kids 13 and under race FREE with paying adult. www.commitmentday.com/ utah/south-jordan
January 21
Lake Mead Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Run
Run starts at Boulder Beach and leads you onto the paved Mountain Loop Trail. Offering Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, this run will take you on an epic journey up a mountainous paved trail. www.bbscrun.com/#!blank/csiq
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Run SLC Race Series Salt Lake
Running, Salt Lake CITY, UT. Get a start on spring training and beat the winter blues with this races series by Salt Lake Running Company. Do one race or all. Every races starts and
ends at their Sugar House store and are open to all ages and abilities. Work your way up from the 5K to the 15K and receive a Run mug for each race you complete. www.runslcseries.com
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KPPFC Indoor Triahlon Series Kearns, UT. Don’t wait until Spring to start training–be ready for competition when Spring starts! Limited # of entries. Sells out early! www.kopfc.com/winter-indoorstriseries
WATERSPORTS December 1–23
Christmas Cruise at CLAS Ropes Course Provo, UT. Come
and enjoy a lighted Christmas riverboat ride on the Provo River. What you can expect: Thousands of lights reflecting off the water; Cruise boat seating up to 40 people; Holiday scenes along the shore; Christmas music. Round trip taking approx. 20-25 minutes. Since the boats are uncover blankets and warm clothes are strongly encouraged. www.clasropes.com
WINTERSPORTS December 16 January 13 and 20 February 10 and 24
Wasatch Citizens Cross Country Race Series TUNA (The
Utah Nordic Alliance) hosts their popular Nordic races series beginning in December at major cross-country ski venues along the Wasatch. Two classic technique and three free technique races are offered to provide balance for local athletes. Each races has categories for age, gender, and ability level, so all can participate and compete. Points are accumulated throughout the season with prizes awarded to top three skiers in each class. www.utahnordic.com
December 24
Christmas Eve Parade and Fireworks Snowbird, UT. There’s
no place like Snowbird for the holidays! Join us at dusk on the Plaza Deck for bonfires, the Torchlight Parade and a great fireworks display. At the end, Santa Claus will rappel out of the Tram to say hello to the kids! www.snowbird.com/event/ christmas-eve-parade
January 13
Snowshoe Stomp 5K Mountain
Dell, UT. A course with open terrain, wooded areas, stream crossing, some down & up hills and flat trails. www.sports-am.com
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