Run a half marathon through gorgeous scenery in Moab on Sunday, October 18 at 8:30 a.m. This event is guaranteed to sell out so register early! The registration fee is $85 and includes a technical shirt, finisher medal, post-race refreshments and more. No packet pickup is available on race day so be sure to get yours the day before. Carb-load at a pasta dinner the night before, from 5–8 p.m. at the Moab Valley Inn. Check online for updated information. moabhalfmarathon.org
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.
The Grand Canyon is an expansive, beautiful place with many wonders to explore, one of its best being the Havasupai Tribe’s land near the south rim. This area is home to the Native American Havasupai Tribe, the Grand Canyon’s only permanent residents, who allow tourists to hike in and visit the five spectacular waterfalls and unbelievable blue green water for which the area is famous. The six hour drive from Salt Lake, plus the five hour drive from Las Vegas, coupled with a 10-mile hike in to the campground makes this desert oasis no easy spot to reach. But if…
The Revolutionary Approach to Maintaining, Strengthening,and Repairing Your Muscles and JointsBy Rob DeStefano, D.C.This new book teaches you about muscles and how to prevent muscle injuries by following a self-treatment regimen for stretching and strengthening trouble spots. Inside are illustrated stretches and exercises for injury prevention and healing for each muscle group that are simple to follow and understand. These exercises are easy to implement and offer immediate benefits from practicing them. A nutrition program for fueling muscles and joints is also included, along with sound advice about when to consult a doctor and what questions to ask when you…
Participate in one last bike race before winter hits on Saturday, October 10 at 10 a.m. This race begins at the mouth of City Creek Canyon and is for road and mountain bikes and men and women of all ages. Following the bike sprint there will be food, drinks, prizes and award drawings for all participants. No race day registration is available so register in advance at Canyon Bicycles (3969 S. Wasatch Blvd.) Cost is $20 before October 5. Call Sports-Am at 801-583-6281 with any questions. sports-am.com
Warren Miller’s latest movie, Dynasty, will be screened at Utah locations throughout October. For Salt Lakers, see the film at Abravanel Hall, October 16 at 8 p.m. and October 17 at 6 and 9 p.m. Ogden residents can check it out at Peery’s Egyptian Theater, October 17 at 3, 6 and 9 p.m. If you live near Orem, attend showings at Xango Grand Theater at SCERA, October 20–22 at 7:30 p.m. Park City residents can see the show at the Eccles Center for the Performing Arts, October 23–24 at 8 p.m. Everyone attending Dynasty receives a free lift ticket to…
The Ski Utah Sixth Grade SnowPass allows sixth graders to ski or snowboard one day free at each of Utah’s 13 participating resorts. The SnowPass also has special deals on equipment rentals, lessons and other activities for you and other members of your family. A $20 processing fee will be charged for each SnowPass or $30 after January 31. Fifth graders are eligible for the Passport, which offers the same benefits as the SnowPass, but has a $25 processing fee. This pass is valid throughout the 2009–10 season, but some resorts have blackout days. A paying adult must accompany every…
If you ski or ride often, but can’t pick where to get a season pass, invest in Ski Utah’s Silver or Gold season passes. The Silver Pass is non-transferable and allows the holder to ski 30 days at each of Utah’s 13 ski resorts for just $2300. If you want a transferable pass that allows for more ski days, get the Gold Pass which includes 40 days at each resort for $3400. These passes are on sale now, but you must be on the wait list to purchase one. Email skiinfo@skiutah.com or call 801-534-1779 to get your name on the…
Want to ski or ride for free this season? Enter to win ski passes Snowbasin Ski Resort by filling out our reader survey online. Just go to sportsguidemag.com and click the survey link at the top of the page. Not only will you be entered to win ski passes, you’ll also be helping us make Outdoor Sports Guide even better! Remember to leave your name, address and email at the end of the survey so we can contact you if you win. Snowbasin is a great resort with amazing runs, terrain parks and delicious food. Thank you to Snowbasin for…
Take part in a non-competitive family-friendly run/walk at 9 a.m. on November 21 at Sugar House Park (2100 South 1400 East) in Salt Lake City. Walkers, joggers, runners, parents, kids, strollers welcome. All proceeds go to Girls on the Run, which is a non-profit that trains girls ages 8 to 13 to run 3.1 miles while encouraging positive emotional, social, mental, spiritual and physical development. girlsontherunsaltlake.org
Take part in a 5K run/walk fundraiser that benefits Therapy Animals of Utah on Saturday, November 7. The race begins at 9 a.m. at Wheeler Farm (6351 South 900 East) in Salt Lake City. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to participate. For more information call 801-808-0804.