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Park City COVID-19 left Utahs alpine resorts and mountain destinations financially hobbled when they lost the tail end of the ski season.
But Park City, Deer Valley and surrounding Summit and Wasatch counties are now seeing money pour into luxury homes, estates and open land with big sticker prices as the effects of the pandemic bring in new wealthy buyers.
Since June, a rush to sanctuary has real estate markets booming over pre-pandemic levels for multimillion-dollar homes and properties that offer secluded access to nature and a sense of security and safety.
Droves of families whod been waiting out the pandemic in short-term rentals or second homes in the Wasatch Mountains are now buying into more exclusive enclaves and even shifting their primary residences.
Homes sales in Park City rose by 62% in July and August compared to the same time last year. Deals amounted to $446 million for those two months compared to $206 million in 2019, and September sales ran at a similar elevated pace, according to the latest data from the Park City Board of Realtors.
After a robust early summer, the luxury trend gained momentum as school resumed and folks settled in for an unpredictable winter. And this surge stretches beyond Park City and Deer Valley to nearby places such as Heber, Hideout and Francis.
We are now on the list, and I wouldnt say even the top five, Park City Council member Tim Henney said of a town hes seen evolve from mining relic to homes worth millions in two decades. Id say were on the top three of just about everybody.
Park Citys median home price has edged above $2 million and will likely climb this fall, but new data shows homes around Jordanelle Reservoir featuring spacious lots with lake access have now displaced Old Town as the most expensive across Wasatch and Summit counties.
Its too early to know how big or lasting these effects may be, but the phenomenon is already spurring new construction and sucking up hundreds of upscale vacation properties that often sit empty or rent on Airbnb, particularly in Summit County.
Well-heeled buyers relocating to Utah are also part of a global shift toward telecommuting, one that could carry some large dollars and social implications with it.
So the question becomes, are we turning into a Zoom city? asked Jim Wood, senior economist at the University of Utahs Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, suggesting that post-pandemic housing trends may portend more permanent shifts in how residents work and live.
Many of those who can afford it are gravitating toward rural areas, lake properties, mountain resorts and beach havens, experts in luxury real estate say. Agents say some larger mansions, ranches and specialty properties that have languished on the market are now selling.
There is similar demand in Utah up and down the housing prices right now, according to sales data published over the summer. Buyers, the wealthy included, are taking advantage of low interest rates and seek out new homes for extra bedrooms, home offices, larger backyards and pools.
In Park Citys case, real estate agents and residents say newcomers are lured by access to a near-ubiquitous 600-trail network for hiking and biking and thousands of acres of adjacent open space.
Weve worked for years to protect all this land," said Dana Williams, a former mayor, and its turned around to be one of the largest determining factors in purchasing real estate here.
Open and in-person schools in Utah have also reportedly been a major draw to families with main residences in cities still under restrictions. Many have secured Park City area homes and rentals to give their kids a scholastic foothold in the Beehive State.
Though many longtime residents predict the trend will ultimately grow Park Citys population of about 8,500 permanent residents, Park City School District has actually seen a slight decline in student enrollment so far this year, a top aide to the district superintendent said.
At the same time, a shift to online education at many top college and universities has freed hundreds of affluent students to coalesce into Park City-based collaboration houses, where theyre sharing upscale rental homes or purchases in hopes of skiing through a season of remote learning.
For Shruthi Reddy Kinkead, retired investment banker from New Jersey, her familys decision to relocate was about those open spaces and a sense of safety they bring.
She had built a long-standing bond with Deer Valley through regular visits, ever since the New Jersey ski enthusiast and her husband, Brian, got married in a mountain ceremony 10 years ago.
Kinkead said they lucked out by bringing the kids' online learning tools with them this March while on their yearly vacation to the family condominium in Deer Valleys Snow Park. In a few days, she said, school back in Montclair went from normal to online under that states COVID-19 lockdowns and travel restrictions, leading the family of four to extend their Utah stay.
The outbreak eventually turned into a tipping point, and they recently bought a home in Summit Countys Park Meadows, switched the kids to area schools and are settling in as residents.
If something goes bad, Kinkead said, at least you can spread out here.
You cant do that in a very densely populated community like Montclair, which we love. Its very sad to leave it. But at the same time, I think about long-term trends, health and safety, well-being of family, etc. For us, we felt that this is a safer environment to be in.
Park Citys hot market is also bringing new investors who are buying residential properties in bulk.
Tony Hsieh, ex-CEO of Zappos, the online shoe and clothing retailer, has made a string of purchases of high-end homes, vacant land and other sites in sought-after neighborhoods such as Empire Avenue and Aspen Springs, according to Summit County property records.
His buys in Park City exceed $18 million so far, including a glittering nine-bedroom, 17,350-square-foot lakeside property along Aspen Springs, valued in the range of $4.6 million, records indicate.
Hsieh, a wealthy author and Burning Man enthusiast, reportedly had a large stake in redeveloping portions of Las Vegas before stepping away from Zappos in late August after 20 years with the company.
Asked about similar plans in Park City, a spokesperson for one of Hsiehs development firms, DTP Cos., told the Las Vegas Review-Journal only that he is disconnecting from his usual tech circles for a bit. The firm did not respond to inquiries from The Salt Lake Tribune.
Park City sources say his interests may now extend to some of the towns distressed retail and hospitality locales.
With the Sundance Film Festival, 2002 Winter Olympics and a long-standing marketing focus on year-round appeal, Park City has polished its glitzy side for more than two decades. The latest luxury boom is in the hundreds of homes, and rising, and its largess has had a mixed effect so far on tourist-dependent Main Street.
The mid-March closure of Utahs ski resorts due to COVID-19 travel restrictions led to at least $153 million in lost visitor spending and wiped out hundreds of seasonal and permanent jobs, according to Visit Park City.
Since then, travel bans have all but gutted a usual hefty schedule of corporate meetings and special events, CEO Bill Malone said. Hotel occupancy numbers by midsummer were still as low as a third of normal and grew more volatile, he said, with families making trip decisions more last minute and often for more solitary unguided fun.
Overall, visitors are at about 50% now for the summer, Malone said.
And while theyve enjoyed the trails, those extending their Park City stays or buying homes while they work or learn remotely dont spend like theyre on vacation, he said. Youre not buying a beer or an ice cream cone. Youre not going fly-fishing every day or youre not taking the kids to alpine slides. So the spending is very different.
Also uncertain is what kind of ski season this winter will bring, with domestic and international travel still depressed and resorts altering their seasons and protocols.
That will greatly impact the fortunes of historic downtown Park City, with its mix of underground taverns and eateries in close quarters. Though many have made the move to curbside, hospitality business has been shaky for months even as COVID-19 cases in both counties eased and restrictions came off before the states latest surge.
Locals say theyre seeing optimistic signs that activity isnt ebbing as it usually does as the foliage turns. The region is into its shoulder season, between a usual summer peak and whatever version of a winter season this year will bring, and some sectors are looking up from a COVID-19 downturn.
Construction is growing dramatically by Summit County standards as developers chase housing demand, new subdivisions get underway, and some wealthy families launch long-planned custom home projects. The sector has seen a 20% boost in employment or about 400 new jobs since March, the county economic development director said.
Luxury purchases and other sales related to nesting and redecorating have seen an upswing in Park City in recent months. This comes as new arrivals, those on extended stays and people staging homes to sell shop heavily at Main Streets high-end furniture and lighting stores and art galleries.
Park Citys vital hospitality sector may continue to lag as it navigates a diminished ski season. But anything that has to do with home furnishings," Henney, the City Council member, said, is crushing it.
Around the region, the lure of luxury and seclusion is taking many forms.
High-end ski resorts such as St. Regis Deer Valley and Stein Eriksen Lodge have developed residential areas alongside their hotels to capture the patronage of well-to-do families vacationing in the Wasatch. That niche could now give them an advantage as other parts of the ski industry sag.
Multimillion-dollar properties with ski-in, ski-out access and built for sale are now being recast going into winter with a COVID-aware emphasis on how exclusive and safe they are, with private butler and dining options, state-of-the-art heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems and the richness of isolated recreation nearby.
After selling $300 million in private residences added to its main resort building over prior seasons, St. Regis has timed the opening of nine new luxury condos in lower Deer Valley, priced from $2.7 million to $7.2 million apiece, for this November.
Stein Eriksen Lodge is now luring guests to its residential properties with retreat to the mountains themes, along with world-standard health and safety features for guests of "paramount importance.
A new community called Promontory in the Snyderville Basin east of Park City has billed itself as one of the most exclusive and private in the West an approach taking on new meaning now.
In the spurt of high-end buying since June, the 6,400-acre reserve of multimillion-dollar custom and prebuilt homes with luxury private amenities has landed transplants from Southern California, the Bay Area, New York and Chicago. Developers sold 86 homes or parcels in July and August in Promontory, more than three times as many as in the same window in 2019 and about a fifth of all transactions in the region for those two months.
Whereas Park City is marketing an exclusive alpine vibe, developers on the mountainsides around Jordanelle Reservoir are catering to incoming homeowners seeking a lake experience, with larger private lots in gated projects, sweeping views and nearby water activities.
Homes around Jordanelle have a median price of $2.08 million and sales are more than a quarter or more higher than this time last year, data shows. Lands around the reservoir could allow for upward of 15,000 new housing units and other development in the years to come under current zoning, planning studies and permit data indicate.
Subdivisions at Tuhaye and the town of Hideout east of Jordanelle with names like Soaring Hawk, Golden Eagle and Hideout Canyon are being approved with visions of thousands of incoming residents in a post-pandemic era, according to the towns elected officials.
Hideout is caught in a controversy over a proposed annexation that would push its northern limits across the line of Wasatch and Summit counties and onto Richardson Flat, for housing and commercial development on Park Citys eastern outskirts. The move has led Summit County to sue to block it.
Homes sales in Heber and environs, where vacation rentals are fewer than in Summit, rose by 14% in the three months ending in June, with demand continuing to rise since and the median price now well above $545,000. There, homes are selling on the merits of big backyards, a more rural community feel and trail access.
Sales of the Wasatch-Summit regions least expensive housing, located in the Wanship/Hoytsville area, are up 62% over last year. Those homes now go for a median of $485,000, data shows compared to current median price for the five-county Wasatch Front area of about $343,500.
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Deer Valley sees pent-up demand as it readies for a socially distanced ski season Jay Hamburger citynews@parkrecord.com
The leader of the resort in a recent appearance during a City Hall-hosted online event said Deer Valley is taking lodging reservations for the next ski season from people in various parts of the U.S. Todd Shallan, who is the president and chief operating officer of Deer Valley, said the top five states for reservations are California, New York, Texas, Colorado and Utah. Shallan added that a business plan relying on regional crowds is not sustainable in the long term.
Ive had conversations with people who have said Well, if I cant fly there from California, Ill drive. Its only 10 hours. And Im going to be there for a week or two weeks, so it doesnt really matter, I can drive, Shallan said.
He predicted there will be crowds at Deer Valley for the ski season made up of local people and skiers from out of town. He also acknowledged there will be limitations based on capacity and ensuring social distancing.
We will certainly prioritize season-pass holders and will certainly prioritize, you know, local guests as much as we possibly can. But we still have a bunch of lodging in this community that needs to be filled, Shallan said. And theres a lot of people that depend on out-of-town visitors in our community, and our business community. So, theres got to be a mix of both in order for all of us to be successful.
Shallan said season-pass sales for the upcoming ski season are strong, which he described as a great indicator of the winter. He said lodging reservations for the ski season are also strong and another indicator for the winter.
We know theres a lot of pent-up demand. We just want to make sure that we accommodate that demand as safely as we can, he said.
Shallan described that Deer Valley has not crafted the detailed plans for the ski season yet even though there are many questions about the season, such as the possibility of limiting capacity and social distancing.
Shallans comments followed shortly after the CEO of Vail Resorts, the Colorado-based owner of Park City Mountain Resort, addressed the upcoming ski season in a call with Wall Street analysts. Shallans comments and the broader ones by Vail Resorts leader Rob Katz provided the Park City community with some of the first direct information from the industry about the upcoming ski season since the spread of the novel coronavirus forced an early end to the 2019-2020 season.
The comments from the two are important even months before the ski season is scheduled to open as they provided at least an early glimpse of what skiers, snowboarders and businesses tied to the ski industry could expect as the season begins for the resorts in November and December.
The chief operating officer of PCMR, Mike Goar, appeared with Shallan during the recent online event. In his comments, Goar said there is an uncertainty regarding air travel and how the ski season could be impacted. Goar agreed with Shallans assessment that the local industry cannot rely exclusively on people who live in the region.
Our business is not sustainable to operate into the future on solely a drive market. That doesnt work for any of it, he said.
Goar reinforced the earlier comments from the CEO of Vail Resorts as he spoke about the Southern Hemispheres ski season, which is beginning shortly. Katz in his recent comments spoke about learning from the ski season in the Southern Hemisphere, where Vail Resorts has properties. Goar said he is generally optimistic as the ski season starts in the Southern Hemisphere, saying operating procedures and social distancing will be monitored.
We need to learn from the Australian resorts and how theyre managing crowds, he said.
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Homebuyers will gobble up houses for sale this summer, according to Barbara Corcoran, host of ABCs Shark Tank and founder of the Corcoran Group, an New York City-based residential brokerage firm as interviewed by Yahoo! Finance.
Before the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. did not have enough homes for sale to meet demand. But with sellers slow to re-enter the market because of the nationwide lockdowns and demand higher than ever, the U.S. has become an even more competitive market, said Corcoran.
For the week ending June 13, inventory was down 27% compared to last year, according to Realtor.com. Inventory hit a 25-year low in December 2019, with moderate improvement at the beginning of 2020. But it plunged when the pandemic hit the U.S. in mid-March and sellers pulled their homes off the market, according to an analysis by Odeta Kushi, deputy chief economist for First American Financial Corporation, a a Santa Ana, California-based provider of title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions.
The coronavirus forced Americans to work from home and redefined how Americans see their home. Some Americans are now looking for new homes with bigger yards, home offices and more square footage, after spending months in lockdown. Studies also show that more buyers are now looking to the suburbs for their next home, according to Redfin. Plus, mortgage rates hit an all-time low this week, incentivizing even more buyers into the market.
When more people want a product than the market can supply, the price goes up. Home prices already rose to an all-time high before the pandemic, as homes in the U.S. sold for an average $384,900 in the first quarter of 2020 well above highs before the Great Recession, which reached an average of $322,100 in its peak, according to the Federal Reserve of St. Louis. With heightened demand, homes in the U.S. could get even more expensive this summer, according to economists.
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Name your ideal ski day. If its anything like ours, it means bluebird conditions where the powder resembles fluffy down blankets and snow-capped trees look a lot like Frosted Mini-Wheats. Of course, it also includes a stellar après-ski situation. In Park City, UT, your dreamiest (and booziest) snow days are a reality. There are loads of local watering holesfrom ritzy resorts to cozy dive bars that embody the ski spirit of yesteryear. They let you unwind and let loose with mouth-watering specialties (fondue, bison burgers, and smores, anyone?) and unforgettable libations. Grab a Bloody Mary at St. Regis Bar. Every St. Regis hotel has its own spin on the classicand Park Citys is as lavish as youd expect: local oat-distilled Vodka 7000, a housemade Bloody Mary mix, and wasabi-celery foam. If youre bopping in around 3p.m., go straight to the lobby for a decadent hot chocolate. You can top your cocoa with freshly made whipped cream, chocolate shavings, even toffee. And if youre more apt to stay on the slopes till sundown, head to the hotels Mountain Terrace (pictured). Fire-side Adirondack chairs provide the perfect respite for aching legs. Plus theres a nightly 5:30p.m. champagne sabering ritual, so you can pair some effervescence with your smores. The Goldener Hirsch Inn (the golden deer) is less splashier than the palatial resorts in Park City; the boutique hotels inspiration comes from Austria. And that goes for its menu, too. You can feast on classics like schnitzel, porcini mushroom soup, and apple strudel. But the communal fondue is a must. Appenzeller, Emmentaller, Vacherin, and cave-aged Gruyere cheeses meld with dry white wine, garlic, nutmeg, and apples to melty perfection. You can marinate in some local craft draft beer and whiskey, then soak it all up with the saloons famed buffalo burger. The walls are packed with rugby team portraits, taxidermy, outboard motors, and sleds that lend some authentic, rustic charm to the watering hole. One things for sure, youre in for a rip-roaring good time you might not remember. This dual restaurant lets you choose which side youd like to sit in, but offers selections from either menumany of which are made in the custom wood-fired charcoal grill. There are daily desserts and sweet treats done in partnership with local vendors. And you can even hunker down and catch a few games; there are 65- and 75-inch big screens for your viewing pleasure. The laidback atmosphere is prime for a pre-dinner treat: The ginger cake with apple-brandy caramel and browned butter ice cream and the chocolate chip cookie skillet with vanilla ice cream are intoxicating. And if you find your après-ski social hour turns into three or four, stay for dinner. Get the avocado fries as an appetizer, and Marys Organic Chicken or Obsidian Ridge Cabernet boneless short ribs entrées with caramelized shallot and parsnip mashed potatoes. These hearty, robust meals are quick to satisfy. Or mosey on over to the rustic Saloon for a grilled pork tomahawk and wet your whistle with the specialty cocktail Dead Mans Boots (Rendezvous Rye, El Jimador Reposado tequila, lime juice, and Fever Tree Ginger Beer) in the Park City saloon. We also recommend the High Wests 101 flight with all their shining glories: American Prairie, Double Rye!, Rendezvous Rye, and Campfire. High West Distillery and Saloon is just a stones throw away from the bottom of Quittin Time ski run at Park City Mountain Resort, making it the worlds first (and only, so far) ski-in, ski-out distillery in the U.S. Consider saving this for the end of your ski day, though; you might ski in, but odds are good youll stagger out. Note: If youre not privy to Utahs strict liquor laws, know that cocktails can only have 1.5 fl oz of a primary liquor; patrons must be eating, depending on the place and license; and for tastings, liquor served at one time cant exceed 5 oz of wine, 2.5 oz of spirits, and 16 oz of beer.St. Regis Deer Valley
In need of a midday tipple (or something to relax your nerves for the first ski of the season)? Pop on over to St. Regis Deer Valley, a ski-in, ski-out resort thats nothing short of extravagant. (Youll take a funicular and glide over the mountain just to reach its entrance.)Goldener Hirsch Restaurant
Is there anything more comforting after a stellar powder day than cascading ribbons of cheese fondue over crusty bread? (The answers no.)No Name Saloon
Get your fill of Utahs untracked powder, then head to Park Citys most raucous local bar, No Name Saloon.The Spur
Strip off your ski gear and sip on a Hot Buttered Spur (Alpine Spur whiskey, butterscotch liquor, spiced butter, hot water) or a Spur Whiskey Sour (Alpine Spur whiskey, lemon, lime, egg white) and enjoy some live music at The Spur. Local musicians and national artists come out to play blues, rock, and country music. You can refuel with jambalaya mac and cheese, maple jalapeño wings, and brick-oven pizzas (try The Goat: Italian sausage, black figs, goat cheese, rosemary, and white sauce).Boneyard & Wine Dive
If your après-ski appetite involves Riesling and an ahi poke tower but your buddy fancies an IPA and a classic American burger, head to Boneyard Saloon & Wine Dive.The Brass Tag
Whether you want to warm up with a little High West Campfire whiskey, local Utah honey, lemon, and hot water à la The Brass Tags Sultan or chill out with its signature White Bear (Outlaw Distillery spiced rum, hazelnut liqueur, demerara syrup, cream, and nutmeg), youll find a libation that suits your needs.High West Distillery and Saloon
You can get quite a few experiences at High West Distillery and Saloon après-ski. Opt for a tour or a pour of rye, bourbon, or other limited-release spirits in the contemporary tasting room in Wanship, UT.
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(Article by Visit Park City) Park City is filled with cheer during the holiday season! Explore the many ways you, your family, and friends can celebrate:
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Fall in Utah Will is a Never-ending Scenic Drive
Here's some of our must-drive scenic routes through the months of September, October and November. Grab your chai-pumpkin-spiced-latte drink thing, a sweater, and your camera. It's going to be awesome.
Brigham City to Logan to Bear Lake
Follow US 89-91 from Brigham City north to Logan via Sardine Canyon (25 miles). Continue northeast from Logan on US 89 to Bear Lake through Logan Canyon (now a National Scenic Byway) and the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Read More
Ogden Canyon to Huntsville to Woodruff
Follow UT 39 (Ogden Canyon) east from Ogden into the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Read More
Ogden to Weber Canyon to Parley's Canyon to East Canyon to Emigration to Salt Lake City
Follow I-84 southeast from Ogden to the Morgan exit. Take UT 66 south to East Canyon State Park and UT 65. Continue south on UT 65 along Pioneer Memorial Highway to I-80. Take I-80 west to Salt Lake City.
Bountiful Peak Drive
This route connects Bountiful and Farmington on unpaved roads in the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. You can take the Lagoon exit in Farmington, head east to Main Stree and then stay on 600 north, and ends at 100 East. Merge onto Farmington Canyon Road.
Parley's Canyon to Emigration Canyon
This is a Salt Lake area version of tour #3a 25-mile loop tour along I-80 and Emigration Canyon. Near the entrance to Emigration Canyon, you'll pass by two landmarks: Hogle Zoo and This Is The Place Heritage Park. Other nearby sites: Fort Douglas (site of Olympic Village during the 2002 Olympic Winter Games) and the University of Utah. Option: follow I-80 east to Park City.
Big Cottonwood Canyon to Solitude to Brighton
In Salt Lake City, get off I-215 at Exit 6 and follow UT 190 south to the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Turn left here. UT 190 continues up this canyon. As you head up the canyon, you enter the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Toward the top of the canyon, you'll pass Solitude Mountain Resort en route to the village of Brighton and Brighton Resort. Read More
Big Cottonwood Canyon to Guardsman's Pass to Park City to Heber Valley
Same directions to Big Cottonwood Canyon (preceding tour). Just below the village of Brighton, take the Guardsman's Pass road over the mountain to either Park City or Heber. Look for the signs. You'll make a left turn just after Solitude Resort.
Little Cottonwood Canyon
Get off I-215 south at Exit 6, then proceed south on UT 190. Continue straight through the Big Cottonwood Canyon intersection. The route becomes UT 210. Follow this road, which becomes Little Cottonwood Canyon (UT 210). The route ascends into the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. En route to Snowbird and Alta. Read More
Kamas to Mirror Lake
This 30-mile drive on UT 150 takes you from Kamas into the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Read More
Alpine Loop - One of Utah's Most Spectacular Scenic Drives
Take UT 92 east from the Alpine / Timpanogos Cave National Monument exit #284 off I-15, or exit #272 off I-15 in Orem and take UT 52 east to US 189 to UT 92. UT 92-The Alpine Loop carves through dramatic mountain terrain as it traverses the Uinta National Forest. Regional sites include Provo Canyon, Bridal Veil Falls, Cascade Springs, Mt. Timpanogos, Tibble Fork Reservoir, Timpanogos Cave and Sundance Village. Read More
Vernal - Red Cloud Loop
Views of towering mountains highlight this route accessed 14 miles north of Vernal.Read More
Flaming Gorge - Uintas - Wildlife through the Ages National Scenic Byway
Running between Vernal and Manila on US Highway 191 and Utah Highway 44, this byway climbs foothills and major geological formations that go back a billion years and reveal the core of the Uinta Mountains near Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Read More
Mt Nebo Scenic Loop
At 11,877 feet, Mt. Nebo is one of Utah's highest peaks. Access to this tour starts on the north side of the loop in Payson or from the south via UT 132 east of Nephi. Although the route is entirely paved, it is unsuitable for large RV's, large motorhomes and large trailers. Route covers large forest recreation area in the Uinta National Forest. Read More
Skyline Drive
The "backbone" of central Utah, the Skyline Drive winds along the Wasatch Plateau through the Manti La Sal and Fishlake National Forests. Read More
Price - Castle Valley
Several roads and canyons surrounding Price offer colorful autumn drives including Price Canyon (US 6), Indian Canyon (Scenic Byway US 191 from Helper to Duchesne) and Nine Mile Canyon
UT 10 between Price and I-70 provides access to the Manti-LaSal National Forest
Once in Fairview, you can head south on US 89 (Utah's Heritage Highway)
Tushar Plateau
This 40-mile drive on UT 153 connects Beaver and Junction, Utah, through the southern end of the high Fishlake National Forest.
Fish Lake Plateau
Take UT 25 from its junction with UT 24 between Burrville and Loa northeast to Fish Lake. The east fork of UT 25 meets UT 72 5 miles north of Fremont. Option: continue east from Loa on UT 24 to Capitol Reef National Park. Read More
Aquarius Plateau to Capitol Reef National Park to Boulder Mountain
Access these destinations via UT 24 at Torrey or UT 12 at Escalante. These routes cut through the southern tier of the high Dixie National Forest and it is advisable to carry a good area map. Although it is major south-central Utah highway, UT 12 between Boulder and Escalante is not for the faint of heart! Called the Hogsback, this segment of UT 12 features steep drop-offs on both sides of the road. See the "All American Road" that follows. Read More
Highway 12 - All American Road
Highway 12, a showcase of dramatic, naturally-sculpted sandstone, winds its way through some of the most stunning geography in the United States--Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand-Staircase Escalante National Monument, Capitol Reef National Park and thousands of acres of the Dixie National Forest. Although this route has been chronicled for years by the travel and automobile-enthusiast press, it defies description and must be seen first-hand. Read More
LaSal Mountain Drive
Take UT 128 east from Moab for 16 miles along the Colorado River. Then turn right (southeast) onto County Road 73 that leads into Castle Valley. As you proceed through Castle Valley, you'll ascend into the Manti-LaSal National Forest. Although this route is paved, it may be temporarily impassable in case of snow. Due to several hairpin turns, parts of this route, particularly on the Castle Valley side, are unsuitable for large RV's, large motorhomes and large trailers. Top regional destinations include Canyonlands National Park, Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park.
Highway 211 from Junction with US 191 to Canyonlands National Park
Called the Indian Creek Scenic Byway, this route begins at the junction with US 191 fourteen miles north of Monticello. Drive west on the two-lane paved road across a high sage plain before descending into a series of 'switchbacks' to Newspaper Rock--a sheltered alcove featuring rock art by several different ancient American cultures. Beyond Newspaper Rock the Byway continues through Indian Creek Canyon where cottonwood trees glow in gold...surrounded by red sandstone cliffs. The cottonwoods follow Indian Creek down to Dugout Ranch. Views encompass North and South Sixshooter Peaks. Cliffs rising from the valley floor reach 1,000+ feet to the Canyon Rims Recreation Area and Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands. Read More
Harts Draw Road from the Junction with Utah Highway 211
On the return trip from Indian Creek Scenic Byway (previous tour), three miles east of the 'switchbacks' and eight miles from the junction with US 191, you come to the junction of the Harts Draw Road. Turn south and start an easy climb on this paved two-lane road into the Manti La Sal National Forest.
Utah Highway 46 from US 191 east to the Colorado border
Resting on the southern slope of the Manti La Sal National Forest
Cedar Breaks National Monument to Brian Head to Dixie National Forest
The drive from Parowan up to the mountain resort community of Brian Head. A less challenging route that presents some of Utah's most stunning fall colors is UT 143 from Panguitch up to Cedar Breaks. The area around the junction of UT 143 and the Sidney Valley Road in particular hosts massive aspen groves that tend toward red in mid-late September. Regional attractions include Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. Read More
St. George to Zion National Park
You are deep in the heart of "Utah's Dixie" now. Take UT 9 off I-15 and proceed east through the Virgin River Valley to Springdale and Zion National Park. Option: continue east on UT 9 through Zion to US 89, then north to UT 12 and on to Bryce Canyon National Park. Read More
Bryce Canyon National Park
The red rock spires, pinnacles and canyons of this Utah landmark form a perfect setting for the golden aspens that line the amphitheaters of Bryce Canyon. Reach Bryce Canyon from UT 12. At the junction of UT 12 and UT 63 turn south toward Ruby's Inn. No matter what your point of origin, you'll wind up on UT 12, the All American Road described above in the Aquarius Plateau tour. The drive from the junction of US 89 and UT 12 east to the Bryce turnoff at UT 63 takes you through the Dixie National Forest and Red Canyon, a brilliant "teaser" of what's ahead at Bryce. Read More
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Trail Safety 101: When You Meet a Moose -How to avoid angering one of Park Citys most frequently seen wild animals. By Michaela Wagner 9/19/2017 at 11:53am
Remember, if your provoke a moose, youre setting yourself up for a loss since theyre much bigger and more dangerous than you. Best to make some noise, stay away, and let it go about its day.
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A Foodie's Guide to Historic Park City by Jenny Willden
Nestled between two world-class ski resorts high above Salt Lake City, the former mining town of Park City is best known for its Olympic history and Sundance Film Festival. In recent years, however, the town has also earned itself a fine reputation as a year-round cuisine hot spot. Historic Main Street is the epicenter of this fun, foodie culture, and whether youre craving the towns best avocado toast, a rib-eye steak, or just a handcrafted cocktail, youll find it here.
When you need more than a cup of joe to kickstart your day, head to family-run favorite*[Atticus Coffee and Teahous*e](http://www.atticustea.com) on Lower Main Street for healthy breakfast favorites. Try a Buddha Bowl, chai-infused oatmeal with dried fruits, caramelized walnuts, cinnamon, and honey drizzle paired with a housemade tea latte.
A block off Main Street, newcomerHarvest specializes in trendy, healthy favorites, like paleo banana bread and smashed avocado toast. For an alternative to coffee, try their steaming Golden Mylk, a fusion of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, pepper, and coconut milk.
Firewood is one of Main Streets hottest new restaurantsliterally. Everythings cooked on open-flame grills with chef-selected wood like cedar and cherry to enhance the flavors. Whether you have a hankerin for Kobe rib eye, wild salmon, or smoked pork chops, youll find it at Firewood, paired with seasonally changing sides and vegetables. Guests can watch their dinner being prepared through windows separating the chic dining area from the kitchen. After dining, venture downstairs to the Nickel Bar for a handcrafted cocktail made with local liquor.
Find no-fuss, authentic Mexican cuisine atBlue Iguana, at the top of Main in the heart of Historic Park City. Try the enchiladas smothered with their famous mole served with unlimited chips and fresh salsa.
For daytime desires, grab funky-flavored tiny donuts atPeace Love and Little Donuts on Lower Main Street. Choose from classics like glazed and sugared, or go wild with maple bacon, salted chocolate, and raspberry lemonade flavors.
For all the taste of camping without sleeping outside, head to High West Distillery and Saloonfor a gourmet s'more. Made for sharing, this giant treat starts with a molasses graham cracker stacked with a melted homemade marshmallow, and topped with dark chocolate from Salt Lake's Millcreek Cacao Roasters.
Next, visit the historic garage turned gastro distillery,High West Distillery and Saloon, for western mountain cuisine and cocktails made with their award-winning bourbons, ryes, and vodkas. Try the spiked High West Lemonade, which partners lemonade spiced with cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and cloves spiked with vodka or bourbon and fresh mint. For an authentically Irish experience high in Utahs mountains, stop byFlanagans Irish Bar on Main for a pint of Guinness or an Irish whiskey. A true local haunt, Flanagans cottage pub feel is a cozy place to gather with friends new and old.
Whether youre looking to drink or dine, a stroll along Park Citys Historic Main Street is the perfect complement to whatever cuisine fills your belly. Great food, mountain air, and friendly locals add up to an experience that has helped earned Park City the well-deserved reputation as one of the best destinations in Utah.
Originally written for Utah Office of Tourism.
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The Millennial Effect By Beth Rinehart It has become a reality: The fun-loving, selfie-taking, phone-hooked generation known as Millennials can afford homes. While some people may still think of them as young kids, theyre all grown upand they are becoming homeowners. Millennials those born post 1980 through the early 2000s are moving out of their childhood homes and forming their own households. Millennials now make up 42 percent of all homebuyers and 56 percent of the nations first-time homebuyers. They are a dominant force in the housing market, and according to a recent Pew Research Center report, have surpassed the baby boomers as the largest living generation.
Many Millennials experienced, firsthand, the greatest economic downturn since the Great Depression. During the downturn, many of them graduated from college, entered the job market, and discovered that finding a job proved to be exceedingly difficult. Although the housing bubble contributed to the decline of the stock market in the late 2000s, studies have shown that currently Millennials are the most enthusiastic generation in relation to real estate, and they are turning away from stocks, because they believe real estate is a more profitable investment.
Millennials are showing especially strong increases in job confidence and income gains, a necessary precursor for increased housing demand from first-time homebuyers, says Doug Duncan, senior vice president and chief economist at Fannie Mae, in a CNBC report by Diana Olick.
This strong sense of financial gain and confidence in the real estate market bodes well for the continuing trend of Millennials settling down and purchasing homes.
What Millennials Want As Millennials become homeowners, its important for sellers (and investors) to know what they are looking for in a home.
Millennials want simplicity and convenience, says Will Cooper, President of Business Development at Berkshire Hathaway Utah Properties, and the father of four Millennials. Turn-key homes that are close to work and their friends. Millennials are typically climbing the career ladder, have high student loan debt, and cant afford to make updates on their homes.
Since most Millennial homebuyers have tight budgets due to college costs and constricted salary increases, the majority of their savings goes toward purchasing their homes. Updated kitchens and bathrooms provide a vast advantage for budget-conscious Millennials. Most Millennial buyers are happy to make some updates to their homes, but they realize the kitchen and bathrooms are the most expensive to renovate.
There are a few must haves on most Millennial homebuyers lists; at the top are location, open and multifunctional spaces, low maintenance properties and technologically efficient, green, sustainable homes. They follow current trends, in that they prefer open floor plans and space for entertaining, as opposed to sectioned-off kitchen, living, and dining rooms.
If theres one room they are looking for, its a home office. With an increasing number of companies moving out of corporate offices and into work-from-home spaces, having a dedicated work area is important for Millennials.
Additional sought-after items include: smart home features, energy efficiency and low or no homeowner association dues. Because they use cell phones constantly, most Millennials see value in the ability to control their homes with their phones. Home value may increase or diminish, based on cell signals inside the home or available internet providers.
The manner in which Millennials search for homes is also changing; the majority search for homes on their phones, tablets or computers. Online photos essential in capturing the interest of a Millennial. Without professional photos showing the home in its best light, many Millennials will move on before ever stepping foot in the door. But, once theyre interested in a home, they rely on the expertise of their local Realtor® to decipher often inaccurate, or incomplete, information found on the internet.
Due to the reality TV effect, they are more likely to notice and comment on whether or not a home has been staged or decorated. Millennials expect a home to look as though it could be featured in the after shots of a HGTV program.
So if you want your home to appeal to the Millennial generationwith their cellphone in one hand and a venti-no-foam-extra-shot-almond-milk latte in the other think contemporary, think technological, think green, and think: Designer Home Show ready.
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And Park City made the list.
The list showed off popular and stunning mountain destinations that arent near major cities.
Rather, the list displays places travelers will need to visit on their own.
Not all of us have the pleasure of living in major U.S. cities like Seattle, Denver, and Los Angeles, where mountain views are a part of the daily routine, the lists description reads. Most of us will have to travel to get our fill of these scenic natural creations, which were formed as a result of Earth's tectonic plates smashing together.
The list doesnt include a numbered ranking.
Park City sits toward the middle of the list. Oyster.com celebrates the citys proximity to the Salt Lake City International Airport and its legendary powder skiing.
While you're in town, head for Main Street, which is lined with 19th-century buildings that were built during the silver mining boom. Park City residents also support the arts with indoor and outdoor music venues, while the town hosts the Sundance Film Festival each January, the Park City description reads.
Tullruide, Colorado, also made the list as an alternative mountain destination to Denver.
The list also includes spots such as Yosemite, California; Taos, New Mexico; and Stowe, Vermont.
Travel and Leisure previously gave Park City the No. 1 spot for top mountain towns.
The survey results were based off reader responses, which answered questions about travelers favorite spots. Readers were also asked to rank locations on affordability, restaurants and public parks.
Readers most enjoyed the citys galleries, restaurants and theaters.
Park City ranked ahead of Taos and Asheville on that list.
When the local mines closed, Park City, Utah, turned its ambitions above ground to its 7,000 acres of Olympic-level ski terrain helping it transition into one of the countrys premier resort destinations, and this years favorite mountain town, according to Travel and Leisure.
In unrelated rankings, Park City also topped a USA Today list for its smores.
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2017 SUMMER CONCERT ROUND UP by Emma Prysunka
While Park City is often recognized as a world-class winter resort destination, summers here are truly magical. Perfect temperatures, 400+ miles of easy-access trails, outdoor deck dining galore, and let us not forget the plethora of live music and outdoor concert venues. Park City and Summit Countys live music scene is booming, and includes something for every budget (some are FREE!) and every taste.
DEER VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL - SUMMER HOME OF THE UTAH SYMPHONY/UTAH OPERA (USUO) When: Throughout the summer, starting in July Where: Deer Valley Resorts Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater/various locations throughout Park City The Deer Valley Music Festival is the summer home to the Utah Symphony/Utah Opera. Enjoy a unique variety of classical, chamber, and pops music at the Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater at Deer Valley Resort. Where else can you see Patti Austin performing the songs of Ella Fitzgerald alongside the Utah Symphony? Deer Valley offers a variety of delicious concessions during these performances, or, if youd rather, you may bring your own picnic basket and your favorite beverages into the venue. Explore the full summer 2017 lineup.
ST. REGIS BIG STARS BRIGHT NIGHTS, A PROGRAM OF THE PARK CITY INSTITUTE When: Throughout the summer, starting July Where: Deer Valley Resorts Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater Live performances by your favorite stars and crisp mountain air with a beautiful Park City backdrop what could be better? This years Big Stars Bright Nights concert series features artists like Aloe Blacc, X Ambassadors, Melissa Etheridge and Kellie Pickler. All shows take place at Deer Valley Resorts Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater, where seating ranges from assigned lawn chairs close to the stage, to lawn seating where it is BYOB bring your own blanket (and beer!). Picnic baskets and outside beverages are allowed. Buy your tickets here.
CANYONS VILLAGE FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES When: Saturday evenings, starting in July Where: Canyons Village, Park City Mountain Resort Grab your dancing shoes, your family, and a blanket for these summertime concerts at Canyons Village, hosted by Park City Mountain Resort. The stage, located on the hill just above Canyons Village base area, allows for scenic views of the resort area and Snyderville Basin. This concert series highlights musical acts from across the U.S., and they always get the crowd moving. Picnics are welcome. Photo credit: Park City Mountain Resort
GRAND VALLEY BANK COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES AT DEER VALLEY RESORT When: Wednesday evenings, starting in June Where: Deer Valley Resorts Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater This free concert series, held at the picturesque Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater at Deer Valley Resort, is a consistent favorite among locals and visitors alike. Grab a picnic, your favorite beverages, and a blanket, and allow an array of local and visiting musicians serenade you as you take in the beautiful Park City sunsets. The temperature cools off once the sun sets behind the mountains, so dont forget a few warm layers.
DEJORIA CENTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES When: Thursday evenings, starting in June Where: Dejoria Center, Kamas A new addition to the list of Summit County music venues, Dejoria Center is located about 15 minutes from Park City in Kamas, UT and will offer free outdoor concerts every Thursday evening. Enjoy live music on the patio, accompanied by a beautiful backdrop of both the Uinta and Wasatch mountain ranges, before grabbing a bite to eat at the recently opened State Road Tavern or Bar Josephine. Dejoria Center will host a variety of other live entertainment throughout the summer, including their "First Friday" concert series.
SILVER STAR CAFE When: Throughout the summer, starting in May Where: Silver Star Café, 1825 Three Kings Drive Located just off the beaten path, Silver Star Café is a rustic, cozy café, with delicious food, wine, beer and cocktails, accompanied by a beautiful outdoor seating area and a variety of live music offerings throughout the summer. Enjoy views of the Uinta Mountains, the Park City Golf Course, and Park City Mountain Resort as you listen to talented local musicians throughout the summer. Their 2017 summer lineup is something to get excited about! Photo credit: Silver Star Cafe
NEWPARK AMPHITHEATER When: Thursday evenings, June through August Where: Newpark Town Center (Kimball Junction) Located in the Kimball Junction area of Park City, Newpark Town Centers Amphitheater sits between restaurants, shopping, and with Swaner Nature Preserve serving as a most perfect backdrop. This free venue is incredibly family friendly, and offers a great space and environment for children to play. The lineup for this free concert series features acts from all over the U.S. Bring a cooler with your favorite local beer and some snacks, or grab a bite at one of the many restaurants in the Newpark area after the show.
WOODENSHOE PARK IN PEOA When: Friday evenings, starting in June Where: Woodenshoe Park, Peoa Peoa, UT is a small town, located just outside of Park City in Summit County and its outdoor concert venue, located in Woodenshoe Park, plays a large role in the vibrancy and sense of community created within the town. Every Friday night throughout the summer, members of the Peoa community and greater Summit County join together for an evening of BBQing and dancing along to live music among family, friends, and neighbors.
Wait-- there is more! Check out Mountain Town Musics website for a complete schedule of Park City summer concerts, some of which include:
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Spring break is over, and for you, an adult, that means one thing: It's safe to leave the house. You weren't going to be doing beer bongs at Señor Frog's anyway, but do some quick math and you'll realize that we're in one of those glorious hammock seasons when the college and high school kids are all fruitfully occupied with finals and/or general horniness, whereas you, with some vacations days banked, can take advantage of unique deals and cool domestic springtime experiences before the summer crowds get too bonkers.
We've scouted out some of the best picks in America for you here: getting your dose of wildflowers, scoping hawks, or even locking in those northern lights in the relative comfort of non-winter temps. Or even attending a mullet festival. Just because you're not in Cancun doesn't mean things can't get a little weird.
You know this Inland Empire valley for its eponymous music festival, but it's a chill visit any time of year -- particularly in spring, when the flowers are blowing up and the weather hasn't turned into a dry-heat triple digits. Thanks to plentiful Southern California winter rains this year, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California's biggest state park, is celebrating a spring "superbloom" of wildflowers. Not to be overlooked are the oddball artist colony of Slab City, the eerily beautiful Salton Sea, and the burgeoning "desert rock" scene around the Queens of the Stone Age studio Rancho de la Luna, near Joshua Tree. The region is also home to Palm Springs and one of America's best nudist resorts, if that's your thing.
Part hot springs/part resort/part unincorporated community/part alternative-energy research center, Chena Hot Springs -- about 50 miles north of Fairbanks -- is your go-to spot for soaking your tired bones in the healing waters of its natural outdoor hot springs rock lake and looking up at the aurora borealis (aka the northern lights) in the early spring. You can also take scenic nature flights over the surrounding glaciers before heading back to the resort to sip drinks in hand-carved ice glasses at the onsite Aurora Ice Bar located within the year-round Aurora Ice Museum. The area's spectacular spring northern lights shows are best viewed between 10pm and 3am, so you might want to keep that ice drink handy.
As much as America likes to josh Florida (there's endless material to work with), it's hard to overlook its easy accessibility to sun and beach when you just want to get the hell out of dodge. With its annual Ultra Music Festival madness, you might have Miami in mind for a spring trip. But for a saner escape, Key Largo offers a funky taste of old Florida without the relentless untz untz untz of South Beach. The largest island in the Florida Keys just got a beautiful and always-happening Playa Largo Resort, the first full-service resort built in Key Largo in more than 20 years, featuring private bungalows and a two-story beach house. This is where to loll before June wakes up the subtropical humidity (and kicks off hurricane season).
Imagine a music fest that, instead of requiring you to wade through the city and elbow out inebriated teens for a view of the stage, simply required you to pick a spot on the beach and chill. That's Hangout Music Festival, one of the country's most underrated music festivals (see Frank Ocean by the ocean!), and it's taking place in May in Gulf Shores -- an equally underrated scenic beach town of powdery white sand and picturesque pastel homes. A couple hours' drive from New Orleans, the surrounding Gulf Coast region has similarly worthwhile destinations in Gulfport and Ocean Springs. But Gulf Shores earns the edge in spring thanks to its glorious fish-throwing contest/beach party known as the Interstate Mullet Toss, taking place outside the iconic Flora-Bama bar in late April.
Just as eye-popping as fellow SoCal spring flower destination is the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, about 80 miles north of LA, near the town of Lancaster. Picture expanses of brilliant color even in down years that, due to the winter deluges, have exploded out of the previously parched desert. Sandwiched between the Tehachapi and snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains at the western edge of the Mojave Desert, the stunning vistas can be taken in via eight miles of dirt trail that wind through gentle rolling hills. No matter how tempting, do not go frolic in them Wizard of Oz-style unless your spring travel plans also include a trip to the ER to treat rattlesnake bites.
Argue if you must, but the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fest is America's best music festival, in America's best city to visit, at its best time of year. Yet the always-eclectic lineup of this long-running 10-day spring throwdown -- this year featuring Widespread Panic, Stevie Wonder, Tom Petty, Kings of Leon, Lorde, and Snoop Dogg -- still can't compete with NOLA itself. With daytime sets taking place under the glorious sun at the New Orleans Fair Grounds, the real action is at the afterparties that fill mid-size venues like Tipitina's and quintessential dives like The Maple Leaf. A stopover at Commander's Palace or Jacques-Imo's for dinner is never a bad idea, but you haven't experienced the city until you've stumbled out of Snake and Jake's at 7am with a to-go cup in hand.
In this vast expanse of "real Texas" real estate extending west from Austin and north from San Antonio, the rolling terrain of Texas Hill Country pops in spring when the bluebonnets come into full bloom. Peep the bright blues, whites, yellows, and purples sprouting up from the grassy hills along endless miles of two-lane Texas tarmac, passing through dusty old cowboy towns with scenic caverns, rivers, and swimming holes up along the way. Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area is a prime spot for bluebonnet peeping, or you can pair your flower-gazing with a glass of vino on a Wine & Wildflower winery tour. Either way, be sure to stop in Llano for some Cooper's BBQ along the way if you know what's good for you.
While Washington, DC's famed cherry blossoms have already peaked, you can still get your flower fix in the DC area with a trip to Northern Virginia's stunning Shenandoah National Park, with its 850 species of wildflowers. While the park nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains is most famous for its spectacular fall foliage, spring is no slouch. The park hosts a "wildflower weekend" in early May with guided hikes to some of its best flower-spotting sites. You can also take in the scene by driving the picturesque, 105-mile Skyline Drive, but the best part about this park may be its close proximity to the town of Charlottesville, home to University of Virginia and a punching-seriously-above-its weight food and drink scene. Hell, you might just come to this gorgeous town as a base to explore the park and decide to just stay here instead. Which would be quite alright too.
If your idea of a crazy spring break involves observing migrating hawks on a remote stretch of mountain road at the northern tip of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Brockway Mountain Drive is calling your name. Running along the ridge of Brockway Mountain, with panoramic views of Lake Superior extending all the way to Isle Royale National Park on a clear day, this scenic road is shut in winter but comes roaring back to life in the spring for bird migratory season. The area also boasts its fair share of spring wildflowers as well, with over 700 species, including rarities found nowhere else in the state. Stargazing and getting away from it all are key activities here, with the biggest town along the road being the bustling metropolis of Eagle Harbor (pop. 281).
Between the winter ski and summer hiking seasons, spring is the cheapest, most underrated time to visit many Colorado ski resorts, where rooms can be had for a fraction of what you'd normally pay. This year, due to the massive local winter snow dump, ski season has been extended at several resorts and continues at Breckenridge until April 23 -- complete with a month-long "spring fever" party to close out the season with events including a beer fest held at the base of the mountain. While you're here, check out live music in the historic Downtown, head out to Boreas Pass for panoramic mountain vistas over the water, or take a short trip to visit the funky nearby towns of Alma and Dillon.
Spring shoulder-season deals make this time of year the cheapest to visit Utah's most well-known resort town. While it has a reputation for celebrity sightings during Sundance, in spring it's just another laid-back mountain town up for pretty much anything. Strolling or riding the free trolley down its picturesque Main St is a must, and there is perhaps no finer activity than basking in the spring sun over a few pints of craft beer on the rooftop of local hangout No Name Saloon. Nearby Salt Lake City is one of the most underrated (and cheap) destinations in America, while the surrounding Wasatch Mountains are as good a place as any to lose yourself in nature.
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Approximately 40 miles from the bustle of Salt Lake City lies the hidden gem of Heber Valley. Nestled in the foothills of the impressive Wasatch Mountains and brimming with opportunities for year-round recreation, cozy lodging, and elegant dining, Heber Valley makes the perfect setting for a scenic and luxurious getaway.
Planning the perfect weekend in Heber Valley is all about tailoring your days around the activities of your choosing. Winter visitors at St. Regis will have ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes of Deer Valley Resort, which boasts 2,026 acres of groomed trails and more chairlifts than any other resort in Utah. Guests looking to mix it up can drive two minutes up the road to Park City Mountain Resort, where both skiers and snowboarders are welcome to enjoy the largest skiable terrain in the United States, featuring more than 300 trails.
Meanwhile, summer in Heber Valley offers opportunities for for many activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, golfing, and simply relaxing by the mountains. Head to Deer Creek State Park for some of the states best fishing prospects, as well as boating, sailing, windsurfing, and swimming in the mountain-ringed Deer Creek Reservoir. Jordanelle State Park, situated along the Jordanelle Reservoir outside of Heber City, provides another great option for those looking to take a dip in the water or cast a fishing line.
Golfers will be in paradise in Heber Valley, with five award-winning golf courses to choose from, each boasting incredible mountain scenery. Just north of the town of Midway, Wasatch Mountain State Park features two golf courses: the gentler Lake Course and the more challenging Mountain Course, both carved right into the mountain and marked by pleasantly cool summer temperatures.
The Wasatch Range is also home to two golf courses at Soldier Hollow, where golfers are treated to spectacular views of Heber Valley down below. In the valley itself is another beautiful golf course, Crater Springs, an 18-hole championship course that nestled between the mountains. Youll also find dining options for the whole family, ranging from casual sandwiches to Simons Restaurant, which features classic American fare made with fresh, local ingredients.
After a day spent on the slopes, by the water, or out on the golf course, savor the farm-to-table cuisine and excellent wine selection at St. Regis Deer Valleys J&G Grill. Sample fresh meats, fish and salads from the menu designed by famous chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and sip a glass of wine, craft beer, or a specialty cocktail all while taking in the mountain views through the floor-to-ceiling windows. For the true wine aficionado, spend the evening in the St. Regis Wine Vault tasting from its cellar of more than 14,000 bottles.
Visitors enter the crater through the rock tunnel constructed from the ground level of the property, then walk down to the wooden decks alongside the spring for easy access to the water. Bring a bathing suit for a therapeutic soak in the spring, or rent snorkeling equipment to explore beneath the surface. Experienced scuba divers can enjoy the warm waters on their own, while those interested in taking lessons and getting certified can do so in Homestead Crater as well.
After visiting Homestead Crater, indulge in an equally unique dining experience at the Blue Boar Inn & Restaurant in Midway. This one-of-a-kind restaurant has earned an exceptionally high Zagat rating of 26, as well as the Wine Spectators Award of Excellence. With an elegant combination of classic European and American styles, the ambiance of the Blue Boar Inn sets the scene for five-star cuisine. Executive Chef Eric May mirrors this European and American fusion with the three-course menu, which changes seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients and herbs from the Inns garden. Enjoy your evening in the formal dining room or al fresco on the restaurants Hinterhof outdoor patio in the summer.
Looking to create your perfect weekend in Heber Valley? Check out its schedule of events to see just how much there is to do.
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Park Citys food scene continues to evolve and grow, adding a different spice to a town once known for being a mecca specifically for outdoor enthusiasts. With its variety of flavors, Park Citys restaurants truly have something for everyone regardless of taste. In addition to a long list of new eateries, some of the Park City favorites have redone their spaces and menus as well. FIREWOOD ON MAIN
Firewood brings unique and interesting flavors to Park Citys Historic Main Street, as it is committed to serving a menu cooked entirely by firewood. The menus bold flavors pair well with the restaurants luxurious and rich, yet welcoming environment. Firewood opened in mid-December of 2016 and serves dinner from 5:30-9:30 PM Sunday-Thursday, and from 5:30-10:00 PM Friday and Saturday. FIVE5EEDS
After opening its doors in December of 2016, Five5eeds has kept with its motto of Great Food. Serious Coffee. The café utilizes seasonal and local ingredients to create delicious, Australian-inspired dishes, and an exceptional restaurant environment. A delicious option for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a quick treat, Five5eeds is open seven days a week from 7:30 AM-3:00 PM. FRESHIES LOBSTER CO.
Fresh Maine lobster
in Utah? Freshies Lobster Co. promises its customers lobster that arrives from the Maine shore to the Utah store in 24 hours. Freshies was established in 2009 with a food truck that they set up at the Park Silly Sunday Market and area farmers markets, and in December 2016 opened a café on Prospector Drive. The café menu not only features their classic lobster rolls, but has soups, salads, and sandwiches, too! Open Monday-Saturday from 11:00 AM-8:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM, you can now satisfy your craving for an authentic Maine lobster roll seven days a week. HARVEST CAFÉ
A quaint café located near the bottom of Historic Main Street, Harvests menu includes Australian-inspired breakfast, lunch, and tasty coffee. Harvest Café opened its doors in mid-November 2016 with fresh, simple decor, and fantastic natural light. The eatery prides itself on serving food and drinks that provide big tastes and flavors, while using seasonal ingredients and creativity. Open from 8:00 AM-3:00 PM, seven days a week, Harvest Café is a must-stop for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. RIVERHORSE PROVISIONS
Riverhorse on Main, one of Park Citys fine dining favorites, recently opened its own provisions shop at the top of Historic Main Street. Since opening its doors at the end of December 2016, Riverhorse Provisions has impressed visitors and locals alike with its variety of artisan grocery products, dine-in, take out, and prepared meal options. Accessible gourmet on Main, available for breakfast, lunch, après-ski (and any of your other needs!) seven days a week from 7:30 AM-7:00 PM. VERSANTE HEARTH + BAR
Located in the newly remodeled Park City Peaks Hotel, Versante Hearth + Bar opened its doors in the beginning of January 2017. A great, casual addition to Park Citys culinary scene, Versantes menu offers a variety of American and Italian-style favorites, including flatbread pizza, pasta, craft beer, and specialty cocktails all at a great price point, too! Versante is open daily from 3:00 PM-12:00 AM, making it great option for après-ski. RESTAURANT UPDATES:
THE SPUR BAR AND GRILL
An old Park City favorite with a brand new look, the Spur Bar and Grill recently renovated and expanded their space. A popular spot for live music and dancing, the Spurs space (formerly accessible via an alleyway) now sits directly on Historic Main Street with an upstairs balcony and oversized windows that offer expansive views. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and dancing, the Spur is a go-to option for visitors and locals alike. Open from 10:00 PM-1:00 AM daily. EATING ESTABLISHMENT
Eating Establishment, located at the top of Historic Main Street, revamped in the fall of 2016 and has a new look along with a new menu. Eating Establishment has been open since 1972, making it the oldest continuously open restaurant in Park City. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the new space features a cozy dining room, breakfast counter, and a brand new bar offering classic cocktails. Perhaps also notable Eating Establishment is partially-owned by actor Ty Burrell, who plays dad of three on Modern Family. Open seven days a week from 8:00 AM-10:00 PM Friday-Sunday and 8:00 AM-3:00 PM, 5:00-10:00 PM Monday-Thursday.NEW RESTAURANTS IN PARK CITY, UTAH
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The Sundance Film Festival is one of the most popular times to visit Park City. Park City, Utah, is a special place any time you visit. But there are certain events that come along each year that make it an extraordinary place to visit. Whether its the Torchlight Parade on Christmas Eve, the countrys most popular film festival, or a lung-burning mountain bike race, youll find events throughout the year that give you even more reasons to visit Park City. Here are nine annual events that keep people coming back every year.
1. SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL The action may be inside during the Sundance Film Fesitval, but that means you'll get much of the mountains to yourself. Locals and longtime visitors to Park City have gotten used to the fact that for 10 days at the end of January, Hollywood takes over and paints the town black. During this time, lodging options are booked out in advance at the highest rates, and you will likely have a snowballs chance of getting a table at a local restaurant or après hot spot. But its not a complete takeover: Locals know its usually one of the best times to ski. For one thing, its the right time of year when the Wasatch storm cycles really start dropping the white stuff on the peaks of Deer Valley and Park City Mountain resorts. Look for lodging out by Redstone and Kimball Junction like the Newpark Hotel. Think of the public bus system as a giant Uber that will drop you off at the mountains. Once you make it to the slopes, youll be thinking where is everyone? Plus, if you want to take in a movie or go people watching in downtown Park City, its all there for you. This year the festival takes place from January 19 to 29, 2017.
2. PARK CITY POINT 2 POINT MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE
The Park City Point 2 Point mountain bike race started out as a single long ride through many of the areas choicest cuts of singletrack trail, until inspiration hit founder Jay Burke with the idea that it would make a killer race event. The epic Labor Day event is 75 miles long and includes 12,000 vertical feet of climbing and descending. Yes, youll spend the better part of a year training for the race, but it will be worth the effort. The trail riding is spectacular, but its the community of participants that make this event so special. You just need to mark your calendar for February 15, 2017, which is when online registration opens for the 9th edition of this ride. It will sell out the limited number of spots in minutes.
3. TOUR OF UTAH The Tour of Utah is one of the top road races in the country. For road cyclists, the Tour of Utah is the top race in the state, and one of the best stage races in the country. The demanding, weeklong event travels across Utah, with the final stage and finish often in Park City. Spectators will find an all-day festival on historic Main Street to enjoy as the riders take on the final 78-mile stage that includes 7,883 feet in elevation changes, including the infamous climb of Empire Pass. The event begins on August 1 and finishes on August 7.
4. AUTUMN ALOFT Look to the skies of Park City for the Autumn Aloft festival. Each September, those in the hot-air balloon communityand those who enjoy the spectaclecome to Park City for the Autumn Aloft festival. The event is free to spectators, who can arrive in the morning to watch the launch or check out the evening balloon glow, where tethered balloons light up the night sky. The sight of the balloons soaring over the mountains in the fall makes this one of the best weekends to visit Park City.
5. THIN AIR INNOVATION FESTIVAL The Thin Air Innovation Festival brings thought leaders to Park City. The Thin Air Innovation Festival is a newcomer to this bucket list, but the inaugural event held in 2016 was so successful, we think it will be around for years to come. It takes place in early to mid April, right about the last week the resorts are open in Park City. Its a think-tank style event that combines engaging speakers and panels, with every year having a new theme to center on. The event is structured in a way that companies and groups can bring their meetings and bolt-on to what Thin Air offers, but its also open to curious individuals and entrepreneurs who want to network, learn something new, and engage with current thought leadersand maybe write off a spring ski trip as a business expense. Its capped off with an open air street concert on lower Main Street. The 2017 event takes place from April 5-7.
6. FREESTYLE WORLD CUP The best freestyle skiers in the world will be coming to Deer Valley for the FIS Freestyle World Cupand you can watch their incredible acrobatic skill on the mountain. Using the same venue and runs as in the 2002 Olympics, competitors will be under the lights for this nighttime event that features a party atmosphere. Taking place from Feb. 1-4 (and airing on NBC), the competition will feature mens and womens aerial events on Friday night, with mens and womens moguls and dual moguls on Thursday and Saturday night. After the conclusion of the finals each night, stick around for a fireworks display.
7. KIMBALL ARTS FESTIVAL The Kimball Arts Festival brings artists from all over the country to Park City. This year, the Kimball Arts Festival celebrates its 48th anniversary of bringing artists to downtown Park City to display and sell their creations. Youll find artwork in 12 different categoriesfrom drawings, paintings, and photography to glass and wood creationsand the weekend is filled with cultural events to accompany the festival. In addition to the more than 200 artists in town, visitors will find live music, kids activities, fashion shows, dance exhibitions, and yoga classes. The Festival After Dark keeps the entertainment going into the night, with movie screenings and musical performances in Deer Valleys Snow Park Amphitheater. The 2017 event takes place from August 4-6.
8. TORCHLIGHT PARADE
For more than 50 years, Christmas Eve in Park City has meant the Torchlight Parade. The annual tradition starts in the plaza of the Park City Mountain Resort, with live music, coffee, and hot cocoa. The crowd then moves to the base of the mountain and watches resort staff ski down the PayDay run while carrying red torchlights, creating a spectacle thats not to be missed. This holiday tradition continues this year on December 24.
9. PARK CITY FOOD AND WINE CLASSIC The town is filled with wine lovers for the Park City Food and Wine Classic. At the Park City Food and Wine Classic, food and wine lovers get a chance to meet some of the top tastemakers in the country. Youll find winemakers, vineyard owners, and master sommeliers all discussing their favorites, while some of the countrys top chefs will preparing the perfect dishes to pair with your finds. The festival is filled with opportunities for tasting, as well as special events that pair outdoor activities in Park City with food and wine. Spend the morning mountain biking before enjoying a gourmet lunch with the perfect wine pairing. Take a class in preparing ceviche from a master chef, or simply stroll around the city sampling the incredible offerings. This years festival will be held from July 6-9, 2017.
Originally written by RootsRated.
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Growing up I was privileged enough to take annual ski trips with my family. Our go-to spot was Killington, Vermont, and I have very fond memories of hitting the slopes with my dad, enjoying family meals by the fire, and taking a dip in the hot tub. But, aside the occasional side trip to upstate New York or Connecticut, this was the only skiing I ever knew. That was until I took my first West Coast ski trip to Park City, Utah.
After hearing about the record snow fall the area got this year (and the lack of snow New York got), I decided to book a quick three-day getaway to the famous resort area. My assumptions were it would be pretty much the same as east coast skiing, so I should know what to expect. Right? Boy, was I wrong.
Here are five things every east coast skier should know about west coast skiing.
1. The Snow Is Scientifically Proven To Be The Best
Utahs license plates proudly display the saying, The Greatest Snow on Earth. In fact, its even trademarked. While many will argue that spots like Colorado have the best skiing conditions, a number of Utah scientists and meteorologists over the years have done their research and make a compelling argument for their state.
The secret of Utahs unique and wonderful powder is the structure of the individual snow crystals, said William Alde, retired chief meteorologist for the National Weather Services Salt Lake City office. Under cold, relatively dry conditions, light crystal-type snowflakes called dendrites are produced. These snowflakes are thin and symmetrical in shape, and they float down through the cold atmosphere, accumulating like fluffy down or powder on Utah mountains.
Im not a scientist, but what I can tell you is that the conditions on the mountain were considerably better than what I was used to back east. Instead of dodging ice patches, I was able to actually get that floating feeling described by the experts making for a smoother (less terrifying) run.
2. Gourmet Meals Are The Norm At Ski Lodges
Whenever I would stop for a lunch break while on a family ski trip my options were typically a barely tolerable sandwich or lukewarm pizza. If I was lucky, a cup of instant hot chocolate would be an added treat. That is certainly not the case at any of the Park City resorts.
Over my three days in town, I skied Deer Valley, Canyons Village and Park City Mountain, all of which had some of the most delicious food ever. For lunch in Deer Valley, I enjoyed Artisan Fleur de Neige Flatbread with house made local sheeps milk cheese at Royal Street Café. Back at Park Citys Cloud Dine on top of the mountain, a chef took about seven minutes to handcraft an Asian chicken salad and the hot chocolate was reminiscent of that from Angelina in Paris. Oh, and did I mention I never took my ski boots off?
The après ski situation was just as good, if not better. At the bottom of slope at Canyons Village a restaurant called The Farm served up a butternut squash cocktail and a macaroni-and-cheese version of spätzle complete with Oregon truffles. And The Mariposa at Silver Lake Lodge had a cheese plate consisting entirely of locally-made cheese by their in-house Belgium cheese maker.
I dont know about you, but any place that will immediately reward my outdoor activities with delicious food has my vote.
3. The Hotel Rooms Are Basically Luxury Homes
While clearly I did not stay in every hotel in Park City, what I do know is I would happily call the one I did stay at home. The Hyatt Centric is one of the newer properties in the area having just been redone in the last year or so, but I expected to walk in and find a pretty standard hotel room. Again, I was sorely mistaken.
The room turned out to be a home with a kitchen I could do laps in (and I did), an upstairs loft (which I never ended up using), and had two bathrooms and two fireplaces (I used all of them). And it was decorated with little cozy hints of the area like a Utah-shaped pillow and pictures from local artists. It truly was a warm and homey place to come back to after a long day on the slopes.
Though I didnt get to visit any other properties during my stay, I have heard from others who visited that places like the St. Regis, Montage Deer Valley, Stein Eriksen Lodge and the Waldorf Astoria are all luxurious in their own right.
4. Its Not Miserably Cold On The Slopes
As a child and teen, I have vivid memories of my toes being completely numb after two runs on the slope. Most of my time was spent thawing out from the frigid temperatures and figuring just how many layers I needed so not even a centimeter of skin was showing. I feared it would be the same this time around as well. Again, I was wrong (sensing a theme yet?).
You know how being in the desert is often more tolerable than the tropics even if its hotter? Its much easier to handle dry heat than it is wet. The same holds true for cold. Though the temperatures were below freezing and we did have to deal with some strong winds one day, I never once felt cold because the air was so dry. Yes, I had to use excessive amount of lotion and lip balm because of it, but not once did my toes go numb.
In fact, I was so comfortable, that I skied for the longest period of time ever in my whole life clocking in about five hours straight one day. Oh, but if you do get cold on the slopes, theres a heated chairlift at the Canyons Village to warm you up between runs.
5. You Can Ski All Day Without Doing The Same Trail Twice
The scale of the mountains in Park City was something I was not prepared for. I am by no means a skiing aficionado and am intermediate level at best, so Im happy sticking to the same green circle and blue square trails and doing them a few times. That was actually really my only option growing up and is likely why my ski days would end around lunch time (and the fact I couldnt feel my feet by that point).
Out west, it feels like you are skiing across the state with the number of options of trails. While the trails were slightly more difficult than I was accustom to overall, I was amazed that after a few hours of skiing our guide would point where we started and it was miles away. Park City Mountain realized the extent of their property and even started to offer Peak To Peak Guided Ski Experiences where a ski instructor will take you on an all-day tour of the 7,300 acres. You can literally ski out of your hotel in the morning and on to the main street in Park City by evening without ever doing the same run twice.
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Here are 5 U.S. destinations that look especially fetching right now, thanks to new hotel and restaurant openings, special cultural events and big anniversaries.
Chef John Murckos Firewood Restaurant opened in December on Main Street. Down the road, visitors can browse landscape photos at David Beavis Gallery, caffeinate at Pink Elephant Coffee Roasters, get a sugar fix at Peace, Love & Little Donuts or taste wine at Old Town Cellars, a private-label winery. (All opened in 2016.) But think twice before booking Jan. 1929. Those are the 2017 Sundance Film Festival dates.
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By Yeti \ March 2 2017 \ 7 Pictures
Utah's 14 resorts offer some incredible skiing. From moguls and groomers to chutes and drops, you'll be hard pressed to find more accessible and diverse terrain anywhere. If that's not enough, the lifts you use to get to all that fantastic skiing offer some of the most spectacular views around.
With no shortage of striking peaks and sprawling terrain, these photos show off some of our favorite views from the comforts of a cushy chairlift ride.
Scope all kinds of lines from the top of Utah's classic Little Cottonwood Canyon.
Stats & Views: Panoramic views of Mount Superior and Twin Peak summits paint a jagged ridgeline against a bluebird sky while you are whisked up to 10,595 feet. After unloading, choose your way down some of the best terrain around, including top notch moguls, groomers, and gnarly chutes.
Lift Conversation: Don't be surprised to hear stories of "the good old days" or plans to hit secret stashes.
Lose your breath as you ascend to the top of what was once the start of the downhill ski events in the 2002 Winter Olympics.
Stats & Views: From the top, enjoy 360-degree views of the Wasatch Range and the Great Salt Lake, then let loose on the definitely-not-for-beginners run and feel your heart jump into your throat as you harness your inner Bode Miller and descend from 9,500 feet. The eight-person car gets a little cozy, but the eight-minute ride to the top offers a perfect perspective to appreciate the steepness of the run below, not to mention pristine views of the landscape sprawling out from the resort.
Lift Conversation: It's not unusual to hear fellow passengers' worried conversations about how on earth they are going to get down. Or did you know that Olympians reached speeds near 80 mph on the upper section of this downhill course.
Breathe in the winter air while gazing out across a beautiful mountain lake and the distant Uinta Mountains.
Stats & Views: The gondola offers a panoramic shot of Heber Valley and Jordanelle Reservoir all along the smooth five-minute ride to the peak. From the top, look out across the rest of the resort and peer down into Park City from your 7,930-foot perch.
Lift Conversation: Speculation about whether or not you'll run into a celebrity (and which one you're hoping to).
Views for days. Look closely, and you might be able to pick out runs and lifts at Solitude, Alta, and even the top of the tram at Snowbird.
Stats & Views: Spanning from base to summit (1,748 vertical feet), the lift allows for seven minutes of extended photo opportunities before you have to raise the bar and put your phone back in your pocket. Underneath the lift, several beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs trickle down from the 10,504 foot peak, making it a great lift for the whole family.
Lift Conversation: Friendly games of ski resort "I Spy" interjected with debate on who went the biggest on that last jump.
Appreciate desert skiing at its finest, while shredding some of the deepest, driest snow around.
Stats & Views: Southern Utah is not known for an abundance of skiing as much as it is for stunning desert terrain. Brian Head shows off both, offering views of gorgeous red rock cliffs covered in fresh Utah powder. Get a bird's eye view of desert peaks and valleys from the 10,970 foot summit. With the highest base elevation in Utah (9,600 feet), Brian Head offers the perfect combination of great scenery and other-worldly skiing.
Lift Conversation: Not much to hear on this ride, everyone is too stunned by the unique beauty of skiing near this red-rock landscape.
Take in the true austerity of the Wasatch underneath one of its most impressive summitsMount Timpanogos.
Stats & Views: Perched beneath one of the Wasatch Range's most iconic peaks, Ray's Lift offers a chance to revel in the glory of all 11,752 feet of Mount Timpanogos. Stare in awe for eight straight minutes as the lift delivers you to the top of the front mountain, or enjoy watching beginners get the hang of it on the run below the chair.
Lift Conversation: Mom/Dad can I have my ski treat now? (Perfect for beginners with slow, steady groomers underfoot, crash courses in ski and board basics, including how to properly get off the lift are often overheard).
Wrap your head around the sheerness of the Wasatch from one of its most iconic fixtures
Stats & Views: While the Tram offers a single green run amidst a collection of intermediate and advanced terrain, one should still be comfortable with steep groomers before embarking on this vertigo-inducing ten minute ride. That being said, if the staggering, beautiful terrain seen while enjoying the 2,900 vertical foot trip gives cause for concern, there is always the option to ride back down. And might we recommend grabbing a bite at 11,000 feet before returning to the base?
Lift Conversation: Last one down is a rotten egg! Excited chatter and careful planning of the next run down the Cirque, not to mention the operator's obligatory spiel prior to unloading.
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