Powderhound Matt

Matt Baydala, originally from Rockville Centre, New York, sniffed his way to Park City, Utah in 2006. Since then, he has built a career as a Park City restaurant manager to accommodate his skiing lifestyle. His passion and appreciation for the diversity of Utah’s wintersports product make him the perfect Powderhound. "For me skiing The Greatest Snow on Earth® is not just a hobby; it’s an obsession," exclaimed Baydala. "Now I have the opportunity to share this awesome life we live out here with the entire skiing community."

Powderhound Cat

Catherine Killfoil was born in Connecticut but has lived in many western states including Texas, Washington and California. She currently resides in Park City, Utah enjoying what she calls “funemployment.” Follow Catherine as she undergoes her transformation into a true Ski Utah local both on and off the slopes.

Jodi Saeland

Jodi Saeland is a part-time KSL Meteorologist and full-time Mom of a six-year-old daughter and four-year-old son. Follow Jodi as she explores the trials and triumphs of skiing with your kids. Gain practical real-world advice on how to pack, dress, communicate and ski with your kids on Utah's famous slopes. Jodi will also be featuring segments on outdoor segments geared toward active Moms.

Also, with her experience as a meteorologist, Jodi will share a bit of knowledge about Utah’s weather forecasts and The Greatest Snow on Earth®.

Thomas Cooke

Thomas Cooke is one of the founding partners of Rally Interactive, a small, boutique, Utah-based digital agency specializing in web, mobile and social app design and development. Back for a third year, Thomas will blog about the technology side of skiing, snowboarding, and Utahʼs winter resort business. From iPhone apps to innovative website functionality to social media trends and topics, Thomas will cover the technology beat for Ski Utah. He lives in Park City with his family, but skis and rides wherever he can, whenever he can.

Ski Utah Yeti

In search of The Greatest Snow on Earth®, the Yeti ultimately landed in Utah. Ski Utah has hired the Yeti as their official mascot and slopeside reporter. Follow the Yeti to get the latest info on local pow stashes, crazy events, storm totals, and tips and tricks on the best ways to maximize your Utah experience. The Yeti is also known to throw out the occasional swag.. so be sure to stay tuned. Yeti knows best!

Park Rat Tom

Tom Haraden is a filmer, photographer, and regular contributor to various snowboard publications. From an early age, he became highly involved in the small, but dedicated, East Coast freestyle movement. With over 16+ years of filming & riding experience, Tom has finally decided to migrate West. Follow Tom and friends as they explore Utah's park & pipe scene from an entirely new perspective.

Ride Utah

Whether you are a backcountry rider, jibber, contest athlete or beginner, Ride Utah has information, videos and the local inside to keep you up to date with everything shredable in Utah.