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Wasatch Magazine

The Outdoor Magazine of the U

Wasatch Magazine

The Outdoor Magazine of the U

Wasatch Magazine

Psychological Safety in Outdoor Groups

Psychological Safety in Outdoor Groups

Kassie Amann
August 25, 2020

When we are making decisions in the outdoors, there’s often a pivotal moment when our safety hangs in the balance. We’ll weigh risk and reward to decide whether to drop into a chute, hike through a...

Local Farmers Market Takes COVID-19 Protocols Head On

Local Farmers Market Takes COVID-19 Protocols Head On

Sierra Marty
August 21, 2020

One of my favorite longtime traditions is visiting the annual Downtown Farmers Market every weekend throughout the summer months. I start off the morning by picking up some pastries or a breakfast burrito...

Crag Not Crap

Crag Not Crap

Annie Duong
April 25, 2020

Moab, Utah is a miraculous place. For being so vast and barren, it has so much to offer. Whether you’re there for camping, climbing or any of the other activities, we need to preserve our beautiful surroundings...

Photo Courtesy of the Utah Avalanche Center

Touring Desert Peaks: What Makes the La Sals a Dangerous yet Rewarding Place to Ski

Kyle Dunphey
February 17, 2020

On January 25, 2019, tragedy struck a small southern Utah community. It had already been an especially snowy winter across the state, and January was no exception. Over two weeks, nearly three feet of...

Desert Destinations for Crack Addicts

Desert Destinations for Crack Addicts

Nik Benko
February 17, 2020

For a certified crack-climbing addict like myself, winter in Salt Lake City can be a tough time of year. As the snow line quickly descends from the peaks above the town of Alta to the foothills of Cottonwood...

Photos by Annie Duong

How I Survived Winter Camping & Why You Should Do It

Annie Duong
January 16, 2020

When the highly anticipated snowfall begins, everyone’s attention turn to winter sports like skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling. Many seem to be so distracted by snow activities that most parks are...

Photos Courtesy of Steven Mammano

Featured Trip: Cham Camp

Steve Mammano
December 18, 2019

“Dear Mom, today we went to a new part of camp next to a lake. There were a lot of happy campers, I touched a cloud, and decided that I don't think I ever want to come home from camp.” Ben White,...

Photos Courtesy of Melissa Paulsen

Urban Climbing in Santiago, Chile

Melissa Paulsen
November 12, 2019

  The world is waking up to the rush that is rock climbing. In the metropolis of Santiago, Chile, the situation is no different. Whether it’s pulling plastic or taking trips into the neighboring...

Photos by Gavin Gannuscio

Buildering Salt Lake

Hayden O’shea
November 11, 2019

Any person who lives or has visited Salt Lake City knows that there is an abundance of climbing tucked away in the mountains that tower over the city. It’s pretty obvious. A 20-minute drive from downtown...

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