Look at a map of northern Utah and you may spot the tiny towns of Eden and Paradise. Once simply small, historic farming communities, today they are the jumping off points for one of Utah’s most unique skiing experiences. Introducing Whisper Ridge Backcountry Resort I’m certainly not the first person to tag Whisper Ridge Backcountry […]
Snowbasin Resort Avalanche Dogs Pay Their Own Way at Annual Fundraiser
It’s hard to resist an avalanche rescue dog. While some of us adore all dogs, avy dogs are special. It’s not that they are necessarily cuter or smarter than the average family pet. But they are impressively trained and their lifesaving skills increase their appeal. Here’s just one impressive statistic: One avalanche dog can cover […]
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How To Win A Skier’s Heart – A Squaw Valley Love Story
Twenty-two years ago, on February 14th, a young California couple was skiing at Squaw Valley. Being Valentine’s Day, one half of this couple – the man – was looking for a perfect gift for his sweetheart. They didn’t know it then, but when they wandered into the Wildflour Baking Company at the base of the […]
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Skiing Alta is a Family Tradition
The first time we took our boys to ski Alta, Utah, they were still in elementary school. My husband and I planned our trip as a Spring Break escape. Upon hearing the plan, our sons were dismayed. “Ski Utah?” they questioned. “Why would we do that? We’re from Colorado.” After one day at Alta, they […]
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North America’s Favorite Powder Day Resorts
Here’s something you may have already guessed: I’m the mom who let’s her kid skip school on powder days. When they were entering grade school, a teacher/friend told me this was a bad idea. “It makes it hard on the teachers. They have to repeat material just for your kids,” she explained. I didn’t listen […]
