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Day 110 - May 29th Alta Powder Day!
Posted by Powderhound Matt on May 30, 2013We just can't stop skiing Powder!
Another Foot of Snow at Snowbird!
Posted by Powderhound Matt on May 20, 2013Snow totals from this weekends storm are now well over a foot! You have one weekend left folks!
Still Snowing at Snowbird
Posted by Powderhound Matt on May 7, 2013You have no excuse, get to the Bird now it's snowing
Alta Re-Opens Friday after 2 Feet of snow!
Posted by Powderhound Matt on April 18, 2013You don't want to miss this! Trust me, I had a chance to sample the goods Thursday.
The Powder Barrage continues at Snowbird
Posted by Powderhound Matt on April 16, 2013The flakes keep flying in Utah and the Tram shows no signs of stopping! Get to the Bird and experience this resort without the competition of a mid-winter powder day. You can thank me later...
Closing Days Weekend Warrior Style
Posted by Powderhound Cat on April 10, 2013This is it, your last chance to get to some of our World Class Resorts and get your turns in. The Fourth Rule of Weekend Warrior Club is APA - Always Plan Accordingly. Knowing is half the battle. Tips to get the most out of Closing Weekend.
Skiing and April...Mother Nature is not done yet!
Posted by Jodi Saeland on April 9, 2013At this time of the year, most people hang up their skis and grab their bikes. Not so fast, 18" just fell at the Park City resorts and an active pattern continues.
Brian Head....Utah's best kept southern gem!
Posted by Jodi Saeland on March 27, 2013Imagine a ski resort where there are no lift lines, blue skis, good snow, affordable lift tickets and a relaxed atmosphere....that is Brian Head in southern Utah! We spent a weekend there exploring and enjoying the laid back resort.
Park City Powder Cats - Still delivering the goods!
Posted by Powderhound Matt on March 26, 2013Days after the storm PC Powder Cats is still delivering the goods.
What Spring looks like in Utah
Posted by Powderhound Matt on March 22, 2013Spring skiing equals Pow skiing in Utah
Weekend staycation at Canyons!
Posted by Jodi Saeland on March 15, 2013Living in Salt Lake, you normally stay at home and drive to the mountains. Instead, we enjoyed a 2-day staycation at Canyons Resort's Grand Summit.
Utah 2012-2013 A Year in Rewind, so far...
Posted by Powderhound Matt on March 14, 2013So how is Utah fairing in the snowfall category this season? Watch the video and you’ll find out.
Canyons hosts Sprint U.S. Snowboarding and Freeskiing Grand Prix
Posted by Burritos and Snow on February 28, 2013For the third consecutive year the Sprint U.S. Grand Prix tour features a stop in Park City, Utah at Canyons Resort.
Cold Snow, Hot Laps
Posted by Powderhound Cat on February 28, 2013The Second Rule of Weekend Warrior Club: LET EVERYBODY KNOW you're a weekend warrior. Other ways to do this include showing up at 9AM, skiing til 4PM, grabbing a giant lunch and drinks, and celebrating the weather and adventures with a ton (A TON) of skiing.
The Alta Effect Snowstorm
Posted by Powderhound Matt on February 27, 2013We all know Alta gets a ton of snow. Here is what it looks like on a sleeper powder day.
Ski school, competition teams, full day, 1/2 day...advice from a Brighton instructor.
Posted by Jodi Saeland on February 26, 2013Whether your kids are just starting to ski, have had lessons or not. . . parents always have to ask the question, "am I doing the right thing?" I had a chat with Dain Craig from Brighton to sort it all out.
Weekend Wackiness
Posted by Powderhound Cat on February 20, 2013The First Rule of Weekend Warrior Club: let everybody know you're a weekend warrior. Mostly with dancing, nerdy skiing, and a lust for the ski life that people that do it every day sometimes forget about.
Are You A Weekend Warrior?
Posted by Powderhound Cat on February 15, 2013Everything Powderhound Cat ever knew has changed. She's been promoted from ski bum to employed mountain lover.
This last storm was a bust! Really?
Posted by Powderhound Matt on February 12, 2013Really, you thought this last storm was a bust?
Powder Turns at the Bird
Posted by Powderhound Matt on February 11, 2013This weekend's storm totals didn't knock anyone's socks off, yet, we found plenty of deep turns at Snowbird. Thank you Thunder Bowl.
Super Sunday for Skiing
Posted by Powderhound Cat on February 2, 2013The best day of the year to hit the slopes? Possibly.
Powder Mountain - Steeper and deeper than you think
Posted by Powderhound Matt on January 29, 2013So we know the snow is alway deep at Powder Mountain but here is something you may not know. This mountain is steep!
Monster Dump Monday!
Posted by Powderhound Matt on January 28, 2013It's a Monster Dump Monday here in Utah. Looking at the forecast it should be called a Monster Week instead. Heavy snow is in the forecast this week for all of Utah's resorts. Monster Dumps = 12" or more over a 24hr period.
Powder Magazine Powder Awards In Park City
Posted by Powderhound Cat on January 24, 2013Powderhound Cat brings you a review of one of the biggest nights in skiing.
2013 Sprint Grand Prix @ PCMR
Posted by Park Rat Tom on January 21, 2013Watch some of the best halfpipe skiers and snowboarders in the world battle it out for a chance at the Olympics. Free event!
Helmets are a MUST...finding the right fit for you and your kids
Posted by Jodi Saeland on January 17, 2013These days everyone has a helmet. If you don't, you should. In fact, most ski resorts will not give lessons for kids without helmets. You don't always have to buy one, you can rent as well. But how do you now which one is "good" and how should they fit?
Winter Storm Gandolf clobbers Snowbasin
Posted by Powderhound Matt on January 14, 2013Winter Storm Gandolf left its mark on Utah, many towns in the valley were clobbered by over two feet of snow! While most shoveled out the Powder Posse took off to Snowbasin. The snow was deep and the lines were short. Just the way we like it.
Sundance...not just for the adults... the Art Shack is awesome for kids!
Posted by Jodi Saeland on January 9, 2013Sundance is beautiful! And quiet/quaint and kid friendly! The backdrop of Mt Timpanogos is like no other. It is a place you can ski, do art and have a spa treatment...all WITH the kids...in one day! There are so many options for families.
How To: Ski in Cold Weather
Posted by Powderhound Cat on January 9, 2013Powderhound Cat took a hike out at Snowbasin, and realized it's a great way to warm up on a cold day!
Lessons at Snowbasin...does Mom need to ski as fast?
Posted by Jodi Saeland on January 3, 2013Snowbasin is such a great "secret". Not really anymore. It is only 35 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City-all fast driving and some of the best skiing in Utah. The kids did a lesson, Mom and Dad skied, and I've been informed..."I'm too slow" to get any good video.
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