“Do I need to shift? How fast will we go? Am I going to fall off?” Those were a few of the many questions that filled my mind in anticipation of riding ATVs at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort. Fortunately, the ATVs are automatic. One question down. But several more answers to go.
Driving through Mineral Basin to Sugarloaf Pass
Looking back it seemed silly to be intimidated to ride an ATV. But now that I’ve done it, I realize it was only the fear of the unknown that was holding me back. Not the ATV ride itself. How fast you go is completely determined by your ability and comfort zone. And the staff of Snowbird is fantastic at accommodating everyone’s interests and capabilities on these trips from beginner to advanced.
Our family had driven by the Incredible Pizza billboard sign a dozen times, not really sure of exactly what was inside. All that changed a few weeks ago when our family had the opportunity to have dinner and enjoy all the fun Incredible Pizza has to offer.
The menu at Incredible Pizza serves up much more than pizza, though you will find eight to ten kinds of pizza at a time. They have a buffet spread including pasta, soup, salad, potato bar, taco bar, a variety of home-style options and a dessert bar to top everything off. continue reading…
I thought I knew what mountain biking was. In fact, if you asked me, I would have told you that I’d been mountain biking. But that was before I moved to Salt Lake. That was before my eyes were opened to REAL mountain biking! Turns out riding your Huffy along the dirt back roads of small town Washington State, and poppin’ wheelies off of tree roots doesn’t count as mountain biking . . . who would’ve thought?
For you unfortunate souls who have yet to visit Salt Lake, let me fill you in on one simple fact: mountain bikers flock to SLC like flies to . . . well, you get the idea. Why? Two words – Wasatch Mountains. From tall, gnarly peaks and ridges to low-lying wooded foothills, the Wasatch’s terrain is as varied as the riders flocking to it. Lung bursting ascents? It’s here. Fun, swooping double track? Check. Technical single track? You betcha. Breathtaking descents and scenery? Definitely! continue reading…
After years of hearing about the legendary Sunday Brunch at Alta Lodge, I finally got the chance to experience it myself. And despite the high expectations I had going in, the overall experience still impressed me in more ways than one.
The food was incredible. They had an extremely wide range of top quality breakfast and lunch items available, and were eager and willing to bring me anything that wasn’t already out. Delicious coffee, fresh juices, croissants, fruit, waffles, eggs benedict, you name it, they had it. continue reading…
Only He Who Does Nothing Makes A Mistake - French Proverb
If you are interested in researching your family tree, then a visit to Salt Lake should be high on your “must do” list. The Family History Library at 35 North West Temple is the center of the action with 142,000 square feet on five floors of genealogical resources.
A great way to take your family tree with you where ever you travel is to post it online for free at Ancestry. Whether you are at a computer at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, or your local public library, your data can be just a click away for easy reference.
However, the nature of genealogy is that along our research path we find new data that sheds light on old data, revealing a mistake in our family tree. In fact, one of my Genealogy Gems Podcastlisteners recently ran up against this situation, and asked for help to make her way out of it. continue reading…
Raise your mas, stein, or simply your plastic cup, because Oktoberfest is here! Now until October 10, the free festivities will be taking place every Saturday and Sunday at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort from noon to 6 p.m.
Prost!
There are five Biergartens located throughout the Plaza Deck, Der Marktplatz and Oktoberfest Halle. Each Biergarten features a variety of local brews and German imported beer. In keeping with tradition, there are the ever-popular refillable Oktoberfest 22 oz. glass or plastic mugs available. I’ve been keeping my refillable mugs for several years now, and have to say I simply love this year’s design. I even brought a mug from a previous Oktoberfest to refill, but once I saw the new design I couldn’t resist and bought a new one anyway. Prost!
University of Utah football starts Thursday, Sept. 2, and while nothing is certain in college football these days, it’s a good bet that the Utes’ farewell season in the Mountain West Conference will be one of the team’s most exciting ever. Season tickets are sold out for 2010, and single-game tickets are going fast for Ute home games at Rice-Eccles stadium, a beautiful 45,000-seat stadium in the foothills of the Wasatch. continue reading…
How awesome is it you can walk from Discovery Gateway (the children’s discovery museum) to the Clark Planetarium in 30 seconds! Even if you’re not packing in two centers for learning and fun, the Clark Planetarium is still worth the drive to the Gateway no matter what your age.
The Clark Planetarium is chock full of hands-on and eyes-on exhibits. You’ll find an IMAX Under the Sea 3D movie and Attack of the Space Pirates in the Hansen Dome Theater with “360-degrees of immersive entertainment that offers a sensory experience unlike any other.”
A gourmet 3-course meal in Draper, with a new menu each week, and priced under $13. This is The Savory Palate.
The Savory Palate is actually a classroom project for the culinary school at the Arts Institute of Salt Lake City. After the students have completed most of their coursework, and after an internship training at a local restaurant, they return for their final project of running their own restaurant. During this project, each student takes a turn as head chef, developing the menu and managing the kitchen. Diners choose one item from each course, which features a choice of three appetizers, two main dishes, and three dessert options. continue reading…
There’s an unusual exhibit going on right now at the Salt Lake Art Center: Contemporary Masters Mini Golf. Individual artists have designed 18 holes of original, impossible and yes, even wacky mini golf and you must really see it and play it to comprehend such an outrageous display.
Kids of all ages will enjoy this stroll through the gallery. It’s nice to see the Art Center trying new and different ways to attract a new and different audience through their doors. And best of all, it’s FREE!
The exhibit runs through September 16th, but don’t wait til then. You know how these things are– everybody waits until the last minute of the last hour of the last day and then they’re surprised when there’s a line out the door! Go now. Go again. Tell your friends. FORE!
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If you are interested in researching your family tree, then a visit to Salt Lake should be high on your “must do” list. 
How awesome is it you can walk from 
