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Utah ski resorts get early start to snow season

By Reihana Wilson
September 25, 2023 12:00 AM
While many people are getting in their last couple weeks of summer weather outside with activities in the heat, Utah’s northern mountains are experiencing not sun, but snow.
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Local

Avalanche near Snowbird spurs search for skiers; no guests, employees caught in debris

By Robyn Morris Christensen
April 06, 2023 12:00 AM
An avalanche occurred Thursday afternoon near Snowbird ski resort, prompting interlodge and rescue efforts.
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Local

Ski resorts open early due to snowpack

By Aubree B Jennings
November 18, 2022 12:00 AM
Ski resorts are moving up their opening dates due to the best snowpack Utah has received in 18 years.
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Local

Utah locals concerned about possible gondola coming to Little Cottonwood Canyon

By Megan Brugger
September 19, 2022 12:00 AM
The Utah Department of Transportation announced the preferred alternative of a gondola coming to Little Cottonwood Canyon, located in Wasatch-Cache National Forest about 15 miles south of Salt Lake City, despite local concern.
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Special Projects

Snowbird reopens with new “Birdstock” celebration event

By Universe Contributor
December 02, 2021 12:00 AM
By Ashley Chase
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Sports

Snowbird enjoying another 'longest season in Utah'

May 24, 2019 12:00 AM
Skier Meagan Hydok enjoys some of the recently-fallen 12 inches of snow at Snowbird on May 18, 2019. (Eric Sales)
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Life

Oktoberfest

By Universe Contributor
October 19, 2018 12:00 AM
It's the last few weeks of Oktoberfest at Snowbird. The German tradition has been held in the Utah resort for decades.
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Local

Big changes made for Utah's ski season

By Blakely Gull
January 12, 2017 12:00 AM
People take a lift past snowy trees at Solitude Mountain Resort. Several Utah ski resorts are changing to accommodate their patrons. (Associated Press)
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Sports

Scientists predict climate change to impact Utah ski industry

January 12, 2017 12:00 AM
Utah’s ski season is here but scientists predict that the “Greatest Snow on Earth” could disappear by century’s end.
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Uncategorized

Where to ski in Utah this winter

By Tommy Higham
January 05, 2016 12:00 AM
Skiers and snowboarders sit on a lift in Park City, Utah. Brian Head Resort ranks at the top for best snow this season. (Associated Press)
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Life

BYU skier's creativity and drive push him to the pros

By Alexander Balkman
December 01, 2015 12:00 AM
Mitchell Brower enjoys a day in the backcountry. (Ethan Stone)
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Sports

Snowboarders appeal 'skiers only' Alta case

July 16, 2015 12:00 AM
Photo taken by Marvin Kimble of Robbie Preece at Alta, January 31, 2007. Snowboarders have recently taken up a lawsuit against Alta for discrimination.
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Uncategorized

Bike race series encourages participants to maintain trails

By Mccall Frampton
June 24, 2015 12:00 AM
Female mountain bikers gear up to begin their trail race on a warm evening. The Midweek Mountain Bike Race Series hosts 14 races over the course of the summer. (Selective Vision)
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Local

Student skiers save money on the slopes

By Frank Young
January 08, 2015 12:00 AM
Andrew Willmore with his new ski setup. Willmore went to the Park City Ski Swap and purchased his skis, boots and poles for under $90. (Frank Young)
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Sports

Hit the slopes without breaking the bank this winter

December 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Many busy college students find refuge from stress by taking to Utah’s ski resorts high above campus. Skiing is a hobby people can stick with throughout their lives, so what better time to start than now? After all, Utah is home to the “Greatest Snow on Earth.”
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Local

Snowbird's early opening sets high expectations for a great season

By Cody Eddington
November 16, 2012 12:00 AM
SNOWBIRD — The snowstorm that blasted Utah Valley and its mountains last week, dumping over 50 inches of snow in some areas, was exactly what Utah resorts were looking for to kick off the 2012–2013 ski season; for some, opening day came earlier than expected.
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Local

Snow allows ski resorts to open early

By Brooke Weenig
November 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Skiers and snowboarders alike were surely rejoicing with last week's snowstorm. Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, Solitude and Park City Mountain Ski Resorts will all open this week, due to the snow deposited in the mountains over the weekend.
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Eleven News

Ski resorts open early

By Ashley Wallock
November 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Ski season is finally here. Brighton Ski Resort opened up early after the snow storm this weekend.
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