From the Editor | The Keeper 2018
It’s been one snowy spring, and whether it keeps on falling or it all melts, it’s time to start training for spring racing. Our 2018 Keeper is here to help you get race ready with stories on strength training, diet…
The Big 5: Utah’s Best Destination Races
Utah’s 5 Best Destination Races Instead of a traditional vacation, many runners are opting for “racecations” where they race in the city they’re visiting. Racing is the best reason to travel in my opinion, and I have a personal goal…
Half Marathons for All
David Bell’s Quest to Bring Distance Running to Everyone Story and photos by Don Macavoy David Bell has pride in his voice as he describes his three criteria for a perfect half marathon course, “It has to be beautiful, it…
The Benefits of Multisport Strengthening
How to Do It Without Wasting Time By Rebecca Bennion, Ryan Stromberg, and Phil Pattison TOSH – The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital Anyone who’s spent much time swimming, biking, or running can attest to the repetitive nature of these sports. Lap…
The Keeper 2018 | Digital Magazine
Read the digital version of Outdoor Sports Guide’s The Keeper 2018 magazine on any device. You can also pick up your print issue for FREE at any of our participating locations. Starting Line Resort Report By Jenny Willden Feature The…
Utah Ski Resort Easter Egg Hunts
Want to hunt for your Easter eggs in the mountains? Join in on these Ski Resort Easter egg hunts at Utah’s ski resorts. (There’s even a hunt for grown-ups!) Alta’s Easter Egg Hunt – Sunday, April 1, 2018 Join Alta Community Enrichment…
Vacation Adventures in Utah’s National Parks
The warming weather brings thoughts of new adventures, and with that comes the time to plan this year’s spring and summer outdoor travel. In Utah, vacations are commonly defined by asking, “Where should we point the car and roll this…
Super-Fuel Foods For Cardio Training
5 Nutrient-Dense Foods for Cardio Training Carbohydrates are a controversial subject among nutrition experts. There are a fair number who are against them, claiming that a ketogenic diet is better for athletic performance. But the common wisdom that prevails is…
5 of Utah’s Best-Kept Outdoor Secrets
In truth, each state has something special that’s sort of kept a secret from outsiders. The beauty of Utah’s outdoor majesty is not exactly hidden. People come from all over to hike around Utah’s parks, ski Utah’s slopes, and explore…
Evelyn Lees: Backcountry Avalanche Forecaster
The Godmother of the Wasatch Backcountry The first morning light reaches Big Cottonwood Canyon, and the rays beam onto the new snow crystals, creating a sparkling carpet of snow. Momentarily entranced by the beauty of the Wasatch winter wonderland, I…
8 Iconic Winter Dinners Along the Wasatch
8 Iconic Winter Dinners Along the Wasatch Winter in Utah is a magical season, and while the holiday season gets all the attention, the final months of winter are ideal in my mind. Milder temps, more sunlight, and still plenty…
Frosty Fun in Grand County, Colorado
Grand County, Colorado 3-day Winter Vacay I’ve always been enchanted by winter, and Utah’s snowy mountains are a big part of why I love living on the Wasatch Front. But sometimes the short days, long nights, and cold temps can…