OUTDOOR RECREATION ARTICLES

The Space Between: See and Do on the Road from Zion to Bryce

The Space Between: See and Do on the Road from Zion to Bryce

Over the past forty years, I've traveled frequently between two of Utah's most popular scenic attractions, Zion Canyon and Bryce Canyon. The two parks are a mere seventy-five minutes apart in drive ti... ...more

Outdoor Recreation ,September/October 2024

September 02, 20243 min read

Discovering the Future: Zion National Park's East Gate Discovery Center

Discovering the Future: Zion National Park's East Gate Discovery Center

Among the many developments enhancing the visitor experience at Zion National Park, one stands out for its promise of both adventure and education: the Zion East Gate Discovery Center. This center, sc... ...more

Community ,Outdoor Recreation &September/October 2024

September 02, 20242 min read

The Good Old Days?

The Good Old Days?

I’m rocketing down twisting singletrack through pine trees, some wider than I am tall, needles brushing the ends of my handlebars. I’m hoping to keep from going too deep into those needles through the... ...more

Outdoor Recreation ,September/October 2024

September 02, 20243 min read

Getting the Most from Outdoor Adventures

Getting the Most from Outdoor Adventures

There are practices that outdoor enthusiasts follow to maintain a high level of safety while ensuring a fantastic time. Here is a basic list of best practices... ...more

July/August 2024 ,Outdoor Recreation

July 02, 20242 min read

Riding on the Wind

Riding on the Wind

A gusting, forty-mile an hour wind swept up through Kershaw-Ryan State Park. Its only escape from the box canyon was up and over the 700-foot cliffs that the Redemption Trail runs atop—close to the ed... ...more

Mental and Emotional Health ,July/August 2024 &Outdoor Recreation

July 01, 20243 min read

Four Tips for Summer Water Safety

Four Tips for Summer Water Safety

To protect your loved ones when playing in and around water this summer, keep these tips from the American Heart Association in mind... ...more

General Wellness ,July/August 2024 &Outdoor Recreation

July 01, 20243 min read

No Really, Why Is Pickleball So Popular? Two Reasons for Its Explosive Growth

No Really, Why Is Pickleball So Popular? Two Reasons for Its Explosive Growth

Perhaps you’ve heard the news: pickleball is popular. Like fastest-growing-sport-in-America popular, with a 21 percent increase in players between 2019 and 2020. Or, once-in-the-morning-and-once-at-ni... ...more

Fitness ,March/April 2024 &Outdoor Recreation

March 01, 20244 min read