Active family lifestyle in Utah
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 28th, 2007
Bring your pets in to have their pictures taken with Santa and to raise money for a local no-kill shelter named Community Animal Welfare Society. Caws is a nonprofit volunteer organization that relies completely on donations and it’s volunteers. Having your pets pictures taken with Santa is a great way to help out those unwanted [...]
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 26th, 2007
The Park City Ice Arena is offering a free day of ice skating on Saturday, December 1. It is from 12:30 - 2 p.m. at 600 Gilmore Way in P.C. To get there take I-80 east to exit #146, take route 40 east to exit #4 (Park City) turn right and its the [...]
Posted in Gear Reviews on Nov 26th, 2007
The women’s Arc’teryx Gamma MX jacket is now available in a hoody version and comes in three super cute colors from Backcountry.com. The gusseted underarms and helmet compatible hood make this jacket great for skiing, ice climbing and running. It is also waterproof and breathable and backed by Arc’teryx lifetime warranty.
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 25th, 2007
Christmas is fast approaching now that Thanksgiving has passed and many of you may be deciding to either have an artificial or real tree this year. With buzz words like green and sustainable flying around here are a few simple steps to help your Christmas become more eco-friendly.
Greenest: Decorate a big tree in [...]
Posted in Gear Reviews on Nov 25th, 2007
If you love The North Face then you will love the nupste fur winter boot. Made with the same quality and 700 down fill as the Nupste jacket the boot will keep your toes cozy warm on those snowy winter days. With a comfortable yet sturdy sole you will stroll along in style across snow, [...]
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 25th, 2007
Utah Winter Games is keeping alive the 2002 Olympics by holding several different types of clinics this winter. They are providing winter sport classes for children, adults or families by professionals for free with discounted rental equipment. Here is your chance to experience curling at The Olympic Oval or luge at Utah Olympic Park. They [...]
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 15th, 2007
Be prepared this winter in the backcountry by taking The American Avalanche Institute Level 1 Course. The beginner course will cover weather conditions, snowpack, terrain and how those contribute to avalanche hazards. You will also learn to dig a snowpit and identify weak and strong layers within the snowpack. The evening class is on [...]
Posted in Gear Reviews on Nov 15th, 2007
The Apex Bionic Jacket is a breathable softshell that will keep you warm and dry. It has a soft brushed fleece lining, two hand pockets and a liftime warranty from The North Face. The stretchable material will be great for aerobic activities like biking, running and alpine skiing. It is currently on sale at Backcountry.com.
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 14th, 2007
The Art Glass Guild of Utah is having an exhibit at Red Butte Gardens located at 300 Wakara Way.
The show is held from November 12 - 25 from 10am - 5pm with free admission for members and a regular garden admission for the rest of us. There will be large and small items scattered throughout [...]
Posted in Utah Outdoors on Nov 14th, 2007
Today my friend Danette and I took four dogs and three children hiking at Dutch’s Hollow Overlook loop. There is still no snow so we easily hiked along the dry single track trail with our entourage. Our dogs Cami, Cosmo, Chip and Adah ran around looking for things to chase and sniff while we enjoyed [...]