Barefoot for Africa 5k
Feel the grass under your feet at Utah’s first barefoot race in Sugarhouse Park on Saturday, October 8 at 9:00 a.m. This fundraiser supports a charity that takes Utah doctors and nurses to Ghana to perform surgery and provide health…
Natural Sunscreens Reviewed
When it’s hot outside, nothing is better than soaking up the summer sun, but the downsides of sun worship, burning, peeling and even skin cancer, are enough to make you think twice before stepping out your door unprotected. But what…
Sports-AM and AAZK Wild Stampede 5k Run
Help the Utah Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) and Hogle Zoo raise wildlife awareness by running this 5K on Saturday, October 1 that benefits Wild Aware Utah and the Lubee Bat Conservancy. Race starts at 8:00…
Geigerrig Hydration Pack
New gear continually floods the outdoor recreation market, and occasionally, an item stands out that truly wows you, like Geiggerig’s Pressurized Hydration Packs. Created by Utahn Bob Geiger, the company is headquartered in Ogden and makes packs that are everything…
Snowbird Ski and Board Swap
Get rid of used gear, and make cash to buy new gear, at Snowbird’s annual swap from September 30–October 2. SWAP hours are Friday 12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. There is no entry…
Salt Lake Dine O’round
Enjoy gourmet lunches and dinners at an affordable price at Salt Lake’s finest restaurants from September 16–October 1. Choose from a two-course lunch for $5 or $10, or a three-course dinner for $15 or $30 per person. It’s a great…
TriUtah Jordanelle Triathlon
Challenge yourself at this renown triathlon, which takes place in and around the beautiful Jordanelle Reservoir near Park City on Saturday, August 20. Ranked as one of the top 100 races in the country by Triathlete magazine. Sprint and Olympic…
Win Warren Miller Tickets
It may still be summer, but ski season is just a few short months away. Get ready by seeing Warren Miller’s 62nd film, Like There’s No Tomorrow, for free! Outdoor Sport Guide is giving away 20 tickets to the screening…
MS Mud Run
Get dirty for a good cause at Utah’s first Mud Run MS on Saturday, August 13 at Miller Motorsports Park. This 10K course has a series of boot camp-style obstacles, most of which contain water and mud! Onlookers can cheer…
Hera Cancer Foundation Climb4life
Support ovarian cancer research while enjoying your favorite outdoor activities at this 10th annual event. Hosted by Black Diamond from September 15–18, Climb4Life is a weekend of climbing, hiking, running and yoga in the Wasatch canyons. Massages and parties are…
Late Summer 2011 Editor’s Note
editor’s note The late season snow has almost melted, and it’s finally prime biking season in Utah’s mountains. Escape hot valley temperatures and spend a day riding in our scenic canyons. I experienced Deer Valley’s lift-served mountain biking for the…
It Goes Downhill Fast
A Crash Course in Rowing the Grand Canyon’s Lava Falls By Steven Wesley Law Lava Falls is a nefarious, hydra-headed beast. She loves to embarrass me. She has tried to maim me. She has tried to drown me. She has…