Outdoors

Outdoor Retailer 2023: Fine examples of ingenuity, science, lifestyle creativity, bootstrapping, cultural integrity, authentic eco-consciousness in show’s return to SLC

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This month’s just concluded Outdoor Retailer show, marking the event’s return to Salt Lake City after five years, highlighted a good representation of creative entrepreneurship and collaborations. Even for those who might not be avid outdoor recreation participants, there were plenty of ingenious, artful, elegant product lines and innovations, which suggest that the tent of … Read more

Utah filmmaking team set to premiere YouTube Originals documentary World Debut: From Outsiders to the Olympics 16 days before beginning of Tokyo Games

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In a recent South China Morning Post article focusing on the Olympics’ less-than-enthusiastic appeal for younger audiences, Jack Lau cited statistics from the Ad Age trade publication indicating that the median age of American viewers for the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro was 52.4 years. To cite Lau, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) sees … Read more

Utah Film Center sets livestream event of Motherload documentary celebrating mothers, cargo bikes, cycling culture; talkback featuring Bike Utah, Bicycle Collective

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If there is at least one good metric coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s the trend of bicycle trips. BikeUtah.org, citing data from the Utah Department of Transportation and Strava Metro, reported that the number of bicycle trips in April more than doubled those in March in the state. While the data represents a … Read more

Photo Gallery: 2017 Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah

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The 2017 version of “America’s Toughest Stage Race,” recently concluded in a wild finish in downtown Salt Lake. The Tour of Utah is a seven day professional bike race held in August of each year, and travels throughout Utah. Viewers from around the world tune in to watch some of the world’s best cyclists race … Read more

At Outdoor Retailer show, Allied Feather and Down emerges as full-spectrum ambassador for integrity of nature, environmental conservation

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There is a slumbering subterranean fire in nature which never goes out, and which no cold can chill. […] This subterranean fire has its altar in each man’s breast, for in the coldest day, and on the bleakest hill, the traveler cherishes a warmer fire within the folds of his cloak than is kindled on … Read more

Photos from 2017 North American Handbuilt Bicycle Show (NAHBS)

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Now in its 13th year, the North American Handbuilt Bicycle Show (NAHBS) chose Salt Lake City for their annual showcase of some of the world’s most exquisite hand-built bicycles. Bike builders from all across the country gathered at the Salt Palace Convention Center to show off their custom bikes. The event showcases local “garage builders” … Read more

Scenic National Parks Provide Common Ground for Education and Adventure; America’s Largest Outdoor Field Trip in Utah

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America fell under the spell of our majestic parks over 100 years ago. Possessed by the severe beauty and tremendous power of nature, we were called to action. Among many others, Teddy Roosevelt’s dedication to help the National Parks sparked humanity to preserve areas for the future of our planet, and those to come after … Read more

Deer Valley picnic baskets deliver gourmet foods to go

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Deer Valley gourmet picnic basket

Concerts at Deer Valley’s Snow Park Amphitheater are an enjoyable experience all on their own. Mountain air, great music and good food are enhancements to the venue. Packing your own picnic foods and drink are welcomed, but if you don’t have time to get it together, you can pre-order gourmet picnic baskets or bags available for … Read more

2016 Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah

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The Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah just wrapped up the 2016 edition of the race. The first stage of the race went through beautiful Zion National Park to celebrate the park service’s 100 year anniversary, and wrapped up six days later in Park City. This year’s race featured over 700 miles of racing and over 52,000 … Read more

Book your Taste of the Wasatch weekend at Solitude

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The first Sunday in August marks an annual event dedicated to fighting hunger in Utah. Taste of the Wasatch brings together dozens of Utah’s finest restaurants as they converge on Solitude Mountain Resort for an afternoon of great food, fine wine, local beers and fantastic silent auction items. What could make your day better than … Read more