Celebrate 10 years of the Salt Lake Marathon on Saturday, April 21, 2013. Enter the marathon, half marathon, bike tour, 5K, and have your little ones compete in the kids’ marathon. The Quality of Life Expo will be on Thursday and Friday at the Salt Palace Convention Center, and it features race clinics, nutrition info, vendors, special guests, and more. For an extra fee, add on the pre-race pasta dinner at Liberty Park on Friday night from 5:00–8:00 p.m. saltlakemarathon.com
Author: Jenny Willden
Jenny Willden
Jenny Willden is the Managing Editor of Outdoor Sports Guide and a self-proclaimed gear and grammar nut. She's a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Adventure Travel Trade Association. A lover of adventure and travel, she's happiest when riding horses or snowboarding in Utah’s mountains. Follow Jenny’s exploits on Twitter @jennywillden or Instagram @jlwillden.
Crossing the finish line at my first Disneyworld Half Marathon was a thrill, and I can’t wait to race Disney again! But even if you can’t jet off to the Magic Kingdom, there are fantastic race experiences right here in your area code, and our Keeper is your guide.
On a recent drive back from Park City, I watched my car’s temperature gauge plummet as I descended into the great, gray blanket that is Salt Lake City’s ever-present inversion. Like an unwanted suitor, this muggy mess is relentless, suffocating…and a bit of a buzzkill. Escape it with a quick drive up your closest canyon, where blue skies, warmer temperatures, and fresh air await you. Go skiing, snowshoeing, or simply play in the snow, and enjoy the freedom of being above it all. When the ground thaws and air clears in April, look for our annual Keeper issue—Utah’s guide to…
Gather your friends and sport your spandex at this Amazing Race-style competition. Teams of two or more dash around the city to solve clues and explore new areas in a race against time! Cash prizes are up for grabs for the fastest finishers and best costumes. Plan to run about a 5K distance, but train your brain too. Smarts and strength are equally important in this competition! Challenge yourself on Sunday, April 6, beginning at Legends Bar and Grill by Brewvies in Salt Lake. challengenation.com
Join this group and compete against other top runners in Utah Valley’s top eight half marathons. You’ll get $5 off each race entry, guaranteed entry into all eight races, cool finisher’s shirt, window sticker, and a unique medal for each race you complete. The website will track your race times and compare them with other runners to compete for age division medals and bragging rights. Membership fee is $50. runtheslam.com
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with a half marathon race in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, March 16. This is a perfect training race for spring marathons like Ogden and Utah Valley. Great course with plenty of up and downhill! All participants will receive a technical race shirt and a finisher’s medal. active.com
Welcome the changing seasons at the Canyons’ Spring GRÜV from March 22–31. For 10 days they will host huge, free concerts in the Resort Village, the famous Pond Skimming Contest, and Red Bull Schlittentag! thecanyons.com
Escape winter treadmill running and bring your five favorite running buddies to St. George on Saturday, March 9 for a one-day, six-person relay! Each team member does just two legs. This is a great race to motivate you to train throughout the winter. redrockrelay.com
Think Moab is only for mountain bikers? Moab is home to some of the world’s best road biking too. Experience Moab’s best pavement rides at this annual festival from March 9–12. Stay all weekend and enjoy four beautiful rides: through Arches National Park, two along the Colorado River, and one to Dead Horse Point and back. The rides are fully supported with sag wagons, bike mechanics, and aid stations along the way. The event also includes yoga, event expo, non-cycling activities, and prizes! skinnytireevents.com
Favorite Hikes In & Around Zion National Park By Tanya Milligan and Bo Beck This comprehensive year-round hiking guide features the best trails in Southwest Utah, Northwest Arizona, and Canyon Country with detailed directions (including GPS coordinates), great photos, needed equipment lists, and restroom and water availability for each trail. It will help you plan your next hiking adventure with ease, and assure you won’t get lost along the way. Features popular and lesser-known trails. $25 sharpendbooks.com