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The Low Snow Backcountry Skiing of Idaho: A Photo Series

The Low Snow Backcountry Skiing of Idaho: A Photo Series

Ryan Pearson, Staff Photographer
May 12, 2021

Fueled by leftovers and hopes of good snow, my friend Ryan Dobi — sometimes his brother, Andrew Dobi — and I would drive for hours to some obscure mountain pass. I thought the extra burden of seven...

Opinion: Problematic Discourse in Skiing

Opinion: Problematic Discourse in Skiing

Aashna Shah, Staff Writer
March 17, 2021

Skiing is a Utah staple as well as one of the most prevalent outdoor activities in Utah. When you are a part of the outdoor community, it's easy to forget that most people do not partake in the same activities...

Saguaros and Speedos: Recounting My Time on the AZT

Saguaros and Speedos: Recounting My Time on the AZT

Katie Riley, Staff Writer
March 3, 2021

"The tent poles, and the knife, and the stove... and the cutting board!" my sister exclaimed, listing off the items she was carrying for the group. My sister was (half-jokingly) upset about the disparity...

A Wasatch Winter Five Ways

A Wasatch Winter Five Ways

Julia Case, Staff Writer
March 3, 2021

If you’ve skied in Big or Little Cottonwood Canyon before, you’re likely familiar with the ski traffic. Whether it’s getting up early in an attempt to beat the crowds up the canyon, sitting in the...

Pandemic Mental Health-A Long and Convoluted Realization of the Power of the Outdoors

Pandemic Mental Health-A Long and Convoluted Realization of the Power of the Outdoors

Will Ginsburg, Staff Writer
February 23, 2021

 I want to preface this with the fact that I am not an expert, but I feel it is important to share my experiences and findings. As an outdoor adventure magazine, and I promise the outdoors will make their...

Gear Review- 2021 Jones Ultra Mountain Twin Snowboard

Gear Review- 2021 Jones Ultra Mountain Twin Snowboard

Will Ginsburg
February 23, 2021

Grand Targhee, Wyoming — out of breath, I sunk into the powder that had been floating down since early that morning. I’d spent the past five hours slashing through untracked line after untracked line,...

Prioritizing Personal Health During Online School

Prioritizing Personal Health During Online School

Aashna Shah, Writer
February 22, 2021

This has been an unprecedented semester and, for the majority of us, online school is definitely not an ideal option. I personally have felt like this semester has been more emotionally and mentally draining...

The Godmother of Powder Skiing: Dolores LaChapelle and Deep Powder Snow

The Godmother of Powder Skiing: Dolores LaChapelle and Deep Powder Snow

Julia Case, Staff Writer
February 13, 2021

In celebration of Women’s History Month this March, let us recognize the trailblazing woman who helped lay the foundation for our beloved sport of powder skiing: Dolores LaChapelle. Her story is inextricably...

Another Plea for Safe Practice in the Backcountry

Another Plea for Safe Practice in the Backcountry

Katie Riley
January 30, 2021

The 2020-2021 Winter season began in the midst of a pandemic. More than ever, Wasatch resorts emphasized insurance plans for their season passes. Resort goers enjoy their days, but have become accustomed...

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