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!
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Introducing the Powder Twins
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 25, 2011Meet the powder twins, Anna and Jacob. Stay tuned as these two ski and blog about all 14 Utah's resorts. . .all from a kid's perspective.
Rossignol Super 7s - Super like the Man
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 18, 2011Do you need a pair of skis that make you ski like a rock star, like Superman? We’ve found them, as has nearly every ski magazine out there. Check out Rossignol’s Super 7s; not only the year’s best reviewed ski but the last decade’s best reviewed ski.
Winter at Westminster
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 14, 2011What I wouldn't give to go back to school. Surf some powder and score school credit all in the same semester at Winter at Westminster.
2011-12 Rossignol Ultimate Utah Ski Preview
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 12, 2011The lovable rooster has been a fixture in the ski industry since the beginning. Rossignol, now with roots in Park City, sits down with Ski Utah and unveils their hottest line of skis yet.
Utah's Calling #3 - Dumping Priorities
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 7, 2011The Greatest Snow on Earth® is magnetic, an undeniable force that lures people away from normal life. Follow the "Utah's Calling" series all winter to see what parts of life are often sacrificed in the name of Utah powder.
Utah Ski/Snowboard Movie Premieres
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 5, 2011Grab your friends, your grandma, your pet llama, and anyone else who shares a passion for winter, and get down to the nearest venue to catch your favorite shredders on the big screen. Check out the complete list of movies coming to you.
Fall Today, Winter Tomorrow
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on October 5, 2011After all the hype and anticipation, the first storm is here, only 90 days after Snowbird shut down the last lift this past July 4th. This storm is expected to deliver 18”+ above 8,000 feet.
Utah's Calling #2 - Interupted Engagement
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 27, 2011The Greatest Snow on Earth® is magnetic, an undeniable force that lures people away from normal life. Follow the "Utah's Calling" series all winter to see what parts of life are often sacrificed in the name of Utah powder.
Jibbin in the park with the Wasatch Project
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 22, 2011The thought of waiting until solid snow is on the ground to ride has you feeling sick. The Wasatch Project threw down on a sunny day on a grassy knoll to tide you over.
Utah's Calling - The Bored Room
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 21, 2011The Greatest Snow on Earth® is magnetic, an undeniable force that lures people away from normal life. Follow the "Utah's Calling" series all winter to see what parts of life are often sacrificed in the name of Utah powder.
Don't Forget About Fall
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 20, 2011It is true that winter is knocking on the door with the arrival of the year’s first snow last weekend. However, rest assured that now is the best time of year to log a few more smooth single track miles or bank a few more park turns on a mountain bike.
The Secret
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 20, 2011Ski Utah intern, Catherine, talks about the secret and why Utah continues to capture her attention.
Snow, Stephen Colbert and Brian Wilson’s Beard
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 7, 2011Predict this year's upcoming snow totals, but first, snows' infinite analogies.
Ski Utah Hosts First Ever Yeti Pass Skootch’n Dash
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on September 6, 2011Nearly forty racers competed in the first ever Yeti Pass Skootch’n Dash this Saturday, September 3 at the Downtown Farmers Market. Costume clad competitors raced two hilarious athletic events - a ski boot run (approximately 1K) or the 50-meter snowboard skootch.
2011 Ski Swaps
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on August 29, 2011Save money and score great winter gear by heading to your local ski or snowboard swap.
Rewinding Powder Mountain's 2011 Motocross Event
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on August 26, 2011Video and photo help you relive the action from Powder Mountain's Motocross event at 8,000 feet.
First Ever Yeti Pass Skootch'n Dash
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on August 22, 2011The Ski Utah Yeti invites all snow enthusiasts to race to winter in the First Ever Yeti Pass Skootch’n Dash Saturday, September 3 at the Downtown Farmers Market.
Snowflakes over Polka Dots
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on August 17, 2011Wrapping up an entertaining week of The Tour of Utah from the Yeti's perspective.
207 Days on Skis. What’s next?
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on August 1, 2011Local Utah skier, MJ, has logged 207 days on skis this season and is hungry for more.
Wasatch Wildflower Guide
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on July 28, 2011Traffic jams are rare in Utah, instead, celebrate the jam of flowers that pop each mid-summer. Enjoy this guide to finding the summer's most brilliant wildflowers.
While you can’t bottle a firefly in Utah, how about a 3k descent on single track?
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on June 27, 2011Utah's resorts have plenty of reason to brag in the summer. Hop on your mountain bike and you will see why.
Music in the Mountains
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on June 22, 2011All winter long skiers and snowboarders from around the world visit Utah to rock The Greatest Snow on Earth®. Now it’s time to rock to the baseline, drum solo, and lyrical talent delivered from bands scheduled to play at Utah’s resorts this summer.
Snowbird Sets Sights on 202-Day Season
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on June 3, 2011Snowbird resort sets sights on July 4th for closing. This would mark only the third time in the resort's 40 year history to close as late as July 4th.
Bloggers' Best Of 2010-11
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on May 10, 2011Catch up with Utah's most stoked snow enthusiasts. Enjoy Ski Utah bloggers' top posts which delivered every powder playlist, inch of snow, apres hot spots and other stories both on and off the snow.
Snowbird Resort's Spring into Summer Schedule
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on May 6, 2011All good things don't necessarily need to come to an end. After breaking a 40-year record and setting a mark for most snow received in a single season, Snowbird offers up tons more turns.
Part II - One man, one month, 367,000 vertical feet
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on April 20, 2011East coaster, Edward Massey, set out to ski every corner of Utah this past January. Read his story as he skied over 367,000 vertical feet over Utah's 14 downhill and 4 nordic resorts.
Ski Utah Staff Profiles - MaryAnn Streeper - Office Manager
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on April 19, 2011Ski Utah’s small but mighty crew has snowflakes in their blood. They comb the state’s ski resorts searching for the deepest snow, hottest deals, videos, photos and story lines. Each member of the team requires a unique quiver of gear and apparel to achieve their mission. Take a moment, meet our team, and rifle through a closet of goods suitable for The Greatest Snow on Earth®.
Ski Utah Staff Profiles - MaryAnn Streeper - Office Manager, to take a look at the gear that makes her days on the mountain extra special.
Part I - One man, one month, 367,000 vertical feet
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on April 15, 2011East coaster, Edward, set out to ski every corner of Utah this past January. Read his story as he skied over 367,000 vertical feet over Utah's 14 downhill and 4 nordic resorts.
Wasatch Backside Lifty Invitational
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on April 13, 2011The unsung heroes of the resort, lift operators keep things moving so you can get on the hill. Park City hosted a competition to find the best of the best.
Ski Utah Staff Profiles - Nathan Rafferty - President | CEO
Posted by Ski Utah Yeti on April 12, 2011Ski Utah’s small but mighty crew has snowflakes in their blood. They comb the state’s ski resorts searching for the deepest snow, hottest deals, videos, photos and story lines. Each member of the team requires a unique quiver of gear and apparel to achieve their mission. Take a moment, meet our team, and rifle through a closet of goods suitable for The Greatest Snow on Earth®.
Meet Nathan Rafferty, Ski Utah's President, to take a look at the gear that makes his days on the mountain extra special.
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