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The Outdoor Magazine of the U

Wasatch Magazine

The Outdoor Magazine of the U

Wasatch Magazine

Dan Belding

Dan Belding, Writer

Dan is a Senior in the Communication department at the University of Utah following the
Journalism sequence- he has been with Wasatch as a journalism intern since June 2018. When
Dan isn’t working on his degree or a new piece for Wasatch he can be found snowboarding at
Brighton or boating with friends at Jordanelle.

All content by Dan Belding

University of Utah Hosts Panel on Local Outdoor Industry

Dan Belding
March 30, 2020

On Feb. 19, the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business held its Level Up Utah edition of the Eccles Alumni Speaker Series. The series was focused around Utah’s outdoor industry and featured...

The Science Behind Avalanches—One of Nature's Deadliest Disasters

The Science Behind Avalanches—One of Nature’s Deadliest Disasters

Dan Belding
February 17, 2020

Avalanches are not only one of the most dangerous natural disasters, they are also one of the most common. The Colorado Avalanche Information Center reports that between 2009-2019, an average of 25 people...

Photos by Peter Creveling

The Legacy of Mega Passes on the Ski Industry

Dan Belding
December 31, 2019

The term “core” is one which gets thrown around a lot in the ski industry. For skiers and snowboarders being core carries a connotation of being original, unique, and usually representing a crowd of...

Photo by Peter Creveling

Satire: The War to End All Wars, Chacos Versus Tevas

Dan Belding
November 11, 2019

Americans are fighting through some of the most divisive issues in recent memory at the moment — whether it’s politics or environmental issues we are truly in the midst of some trying times. Perhaps...

Photos by Peter Creveling

Woodward Park City: Utah’s Newest Action Sports Destination

Dan Belding
October 19, 2019

Camp Woodward, one of the biggest names in the action sports community, is looking forward to expanding their newest campus to Park City this November. While some are elated for the construction of the...

Are Racers to Blame for the Bonneville Speedway's Death?

Are Racers to Blame for the Bonneville Speedway’s Death?

Dan Belding
July 10, 2019

Located approximately 110 miles west of Salt Lake City, the Bonneville Salt Flats is one of the most geographically unique features in the United States. This natural phenomenon was formed after Lake Bonneville...

Enjoying the last day of the ski season at Snowbird during the annual pond skim on Sunday, May 13, 2018.  (Photo by Kiffer Creveling)

Closing Day At The Wasatch Front Resorts: A Tradition Unlike Any Other

Dan Belding
April 20, 2019

As mid-winter, bluebird powder days fade into spring conditions full of heavy snow and warm weather, many skiers and snowboarders are stuck reminiscing the months past. However, the transition from winter...

Photo by Kelly Loutzenheiser

A Beginner’s Guide to Local Mountain Biking

Dan Belding
March 26, 2019

Many people face apprehension when attempting to learn the ropes of a new outdoor sport. Some activities such as climbing or skiing require a great deal of learning and practice as they involve unfamiliar...

Learning to Protect Your Ski Gear

Learning to Protect Your Ski Gear

Dan Belding
February 28, 2019

With such a high cost associated with ski and snowboard gear, it is important that you learn to take proper care of your gear. While professional maintenance is readily available at local shops and on...

Photos by Kiffer Creveling

Utah Winter Travel Safety

Dan Belding
February 20, 2019

The Wasatch Front's easy access to untouched powder and world-class resorts remains unparalleled by most other regions. The crack-of-dawn drives through heavy snow to get first tracks has certainly become...

Photos by Kelly Loutzenheiser

The Importance of Protecting Utah Watersheds

Dan Belding
December 1, 2018

Utah’s sprawling wilderness grants access for adventure-seekers to some of North America’s most beautiful landscapes. However, not all lands are meant to be trekked through by humans or their pets....

Realigning the scope and checking for accuracy before the Utah deer season opens up outside Grantsville, UT on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. (Photos by Kiffer Creveling)

Rocky Mountain Elk: Utah’s Sport Hunting Gem

Dan Belding
November 11, 2018

For years, Utah has been known as the outdoorsman’s paradise, and to anyone who has visited the state this should come as no surprise. With seemingly infinite public lands to climb, bike, and camp in,...

Photo by Greg Osborne

The Most Dangerous Things in the Outdoors

Dan Belding
October 27, 2018

From an outsider’s perspective, adventure sports may seem like a wildly high-risk hobby. Even the most experienced athletes keep the possibility of a disaster in the back of their minds. However, the...

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