From old-time flipflop skis to modern-day snowboards, from miners to Olympians, from Park City to Snowbasin-Alan Engen and Gregory Thompson capture the rich legacy of skiing in Utah's indomitable Wasatch Mountain Range through upbeat informative text and fascinating vintage and recent photographs. "Winter sport had reached the masses, and tiny mom-and-pop ski areas sprouted alongside the major resorts of the Wasatch Front. The fervor of the early pioneers-the miners, Alf Engen, the Rasmussen brothers-spread to thousands of Utahns, who began promoting their home as the 'King of Winter Sports.' ... [Read More]
Return to the early days of skiing in the West, when movie stars shared lifts with the first ""extreme"" skiers. Atkeson's photos and Miller's essay are fascinating.
The more you know about snow stability, the better your travel and rescue skills. And the sharper your decision making, the better you’ll be able to avoid avalanche danger and have more fun in the winter backcountry. In Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain, 3rd Edition, acclaimed snow and avalanche expert Bruce Tremper provides easy-to-understand avalanche safety tips and skills, including the latest snow research and techniques for evaluating snowpack, as well how to rescue companions in the event of an avalanche. Other topics include: How to evaluate terrain and decide whether it's safe or d... [Read More]
Guides the reader from the urban backcountry of the Wasatch Front to spectacular desert destinations in Zion and Bryce, with detailed maps and information on backcountry equipment, techniques, and safety.
Utah skiers claim to have "the greatest snow on earth," and this revised and updated edition guides readers to the best backcountry ski tours in the state. Backcountry expert Tyson Bradley takes skiers from the urban backcountry of the Wasatch Front to spectacular desert destinations in Zion and Bryce, with detailed maps and information on backcountry equipment, techniques, and safety. Ski Utah!
Utah is known for having "the greatest snow on earth," and this comprehensive guide provides all the details you need to make the most of your vacation. From listing by terrain types to tips and tricks at each resort, this book explores skiing and snowboarding in Utah in exceptional detail and provides the insight you need to enjoy everything the mountains have to offer.
Experience the majestic mountains of Utah through the lens of a camera. It doesn't get better than this. You can see why skiers come from all over the world to experience these mountains.
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Described as the "quintessential reference" for Alaska travelers, The MILEPOST® offers mile-by-mile descriptions of more than 15,000 miles of road in Alaska, Yukon, Northwest Territories, British Columbia and Alberta. Its 700-plus pages detail accommodations, camping, sightseeing, attractions and services, as well as fascinating facts on the history and wildlife of the North. Trip planning help and answers to frequently asked questions are addressed in the Travel Planning section, with features on crossing the border, traveling with pets, the Alaska ferry system, driving conditions, railroads... [Read More]
In the world of big-mountain skiing, Trevor Petersen was a legend. Appearing in countless films, magazines and photo shoots, his ponytail flying behind him, he was the very embodiment of the freewheeling spirit of extreme skiing in the 1980s and early ’90s.Then it all came to an end. On February 26, 1996, while skiing in Chamonix, France the so-called Death Sport Capital of the World an avalanche swept Trevor away. His body was found sitting up in the snow as if gazing at the mountains he loved.Nearly a decade later, Trevor’s fifteen-year-old son, Kye Petersen, a rising star in his o... [Read More]
The Rocky Mountains are famous for snow, scenery, and exceptional skiing, and this comprehensive guide brings the whole sweep of this winter playground to life.
The Chuting Gallery - A Guide to Steep Skiing in the Wasatch Mountains, details 100 of the best and most challenging descents in Utah's famous backcountry. It provides route descriptions, maps photographs and ratings to help you make the most out of a quick visit, or create a hit-list for the season.
From coffeehouses to cave diving, Buddhist temples to independent bookstores, mountain biking to snowboarding, Utah offers both locals and visitors a variety of cultural and scenic experiences. Exuding a verve and passion often missing in travel guides, Utah Underground is a backstage pass to the alternative music, film, and outdoor scenes. This guide takes readers to the nude beach on the Great Salt Lake and the spelunking center of the Wasatch Mountains. From the depths of Salt Lake's Dead Goat Saloon to the heights of Snowbird's Aerie Restaurant, from wild blowouts at the Zephyr to silent s... [Read More]
While many residents and visitors to Utah have enjoyed the breathtaking scenery in Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks, Kodachrome Basin, and the Dixie National Forest in the summer, far fewer have experienced the spectacular winter landscapes of the region. With a four-hour drive from Salt Lake City, the skiable terrain in southwest Utah is easily accessible for weekend trips, giving backcountry skiers an opportunity to escape the more heavily used Nordic skiing and snowshoe trails along the Wasatch Front. Ski Touring the Red Rock Country is the first guidebook to these winter trails in southwest Utah... [Read More]
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