Ogden Valley, Utah Offers 360 Degrees of Natural Adventure

Utah Powder Report

2012-01-28T07:47:00.000-08:00

What a week this has been! Several storms with a few sunny days thrown in. Heaven!

CRAZY FOR ALL THOSE TURNS

2012-01-23T12:43:00.000-08:00

Some say our turns are "old school" but I never get tired of looking back at the dozens of S turns my group of friends just made down a slope of fresh powder. I also loving taking pictures of them making those turns but yesterday there was no time to stop and do photography. The snow was light, the sky was blue, and there was 22 inches of new snow to enjoy. After a "powder drought" this season we were skiing fast and not stopping to pose. There was some time on the lift to snap a few shots! What a marvelous day if was.

Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, Wolf Mountain Happenings

2012-01-21T07:28:00.000-08:00

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Chris Waddell to Speak at Snowdance and Auction, Snowbasin, 1/14/2012

2011-12-10T08:38:00.000-08:00

SAVE THE DATE! Jan. 14, 2012. Snowdance and Auction to benefit The Snowbasin Adaptive Sports Education Foundation and the OVBA. This year's keynote speaker is Chris Waddell, a Gold and Silver Medalist, and four-time Winter and Summer Olympic Paralympian.

Chris Waddell was a promising young skier at Middlebury College in 1988 when a skiing accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. Determined to get back on the slopes, he began skiing on a monoski roughly one year later. A little more than two years later, Waddell was named to the US Disabled Ski Team. Waddell went on to become the most decorated male skier in Paralympic history, winning twelve medals over four games, and spending a total of 11 years on the US Disabled Ski Team. Read more...

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Utah Fall Color Watch: Fall Color Photography Workshop - Ogden Valley Win...

2011-12-08T08:49:00.000-08:00

Utah Fall Color Watch: Fall Color Photography Workshop - Ogden Valley Win...: Congratulations to the 2011 Fall Color Workshop Winners! Grand Prize: Kirsten Healey Grand Prize: Judith Kinion Second Place: Lynn Taylor ...

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2011-11-25T15:16:00.000-08:00

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Fall Colors of Ogden Valley, Utah

2011-10-09T10:06:00.000-07:00

Leaf Peeper Blog is brimming with beautiful photos!

Photo by Lynn Taylor

Autumn Starts Tomorrow

2011-09-22T12:07:00.000-07:00

On Friday, September 23 at 9:02 Mountain time autumn will arrive in the Ogden Valley! Drove over Trappers Loop yesterday and the maples were starting to burn with fall color. They went from green to brilliant red in just a few days so don't delay your fall color get-a-way! It's time to get out and enjoy 360 degrees of natural adventure.

The Xterra National Championships take place this weekend - swim in Ogden Valley's favorite water, Pineview; bike up Wheeler and Sardine Canyon trails to Snowbasin; and then a trail run up and around Snowbasin. It will be the first off road triathlon for Lance Armstrong since his retirement from road cycling. Athletes will be here from around the world. Snowbasin will have two bbq's and the gondola running so come on out and enjoy all the Ogden Valley has to offer.

Ogden Valley FALL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

2011-08-29T12:34:00.000-07:00

We hear that there is still some space left in the 2011 workshops. They have an exclusive gated location – a 500+ acre ranch overlooking the Ogden Valley for the Oct 8th session – you don’t want to miss this opportunity! (see video aove)

Prizes will be awarded to the winning photograph posted by participants on the Leaf Peepers Blog for each session. Each First Place winner will get $50 cash plus an 11" by 14" Gallery Canvas Wrap from The Imaging Depot, in Ogden, UT.

Here is the link to the web page for the Workshop with dates, details and pricing starting at $10.00 for half-day session: http://utahfallcolors.com/fall-color-photography-workshop.html.

See some of the great photography of just a few of our Ogden Cameral Club Mentors here:

Bill Singleton: http://www.shutterrific.com
Shaun Nelson: http://www.shaunnelsonphotography.com
Paul Dennison: http://dddphoto.wordpress.com

They love to share thier knowledge. See you there!

Utah Kayaking Soothes the Soul

2011-08-15T15:50:00.000-07:00

Nothing like a Monday morning on the water. Pineview Reservoir is virtually a private lake on a weekday in August. Snowbasin sits patiently in the background - ready for the snow to come just around the corner. Clear your head and sooth your soul with a morning paddle.

Utah Fall Color Watch: Utah Fall Color Photography Workshops Sept 17 and ...

2011-08-09T11:33:00.000-07:00

Utah Fall Color Watch: Utah Fall Color Photography Workshops Sept 17 and ...: "Ogden Valley is the site for our 2011 Northern Utah Fall Color Photography Workshops! The Ogden Valley Business Association and the Ogden C..."

Hiking near Eden, UT - Wildflowers are coming on!

2011-07-26T10:06:00.000-07:00

Enjoying a Beautiful Hike in North Fork Park

Columbine are in Bloom!

Try Causey Reservoir for Great Paddling and Fishing

2011-07-10T17:12:00.000-07:00

A Beautiful Morning on Causey Reservoir, East of Huntsville,UT

Nice German Brown Trout

A Great Way to Get Outside with Friends

Skiing in July at Snowbasin

2011-07-05T11:10:00.001-07:00

Ogden Valley Summer has arrived after a Cool Spring.

2011-07-02T11:33:00.000-07:00

Headed out for morning paddle on Pineview Reservoir with a view of Snowbasin.

Plenty of waterfowl.

Pelicans

Peaceful Fishing Spot

Win a PARTY for 20 People in Huntsville, UT!

2011-04-20T09:27:00.000-07:00

Wow! All you have to do to enter is LIKE this 360 Degrees of Natural Adventure page on Facebook, Comment on their posts to Share with your friends. When they hit 500 LIKES, prizes are awarded. Lift Ticket at Snowbasin (good through Feb. 2012), Massage, or Catered Party for 20 people at Rendezvous Lodge in Huntsville, food by Huntsville Barbecue Company.

Powder in April! Gotta love Utah skiing!

2011-04-10T13:45:00.000-07:00

Howdy and Brad tear it up....

Dog Day

2011-02-27T19:22:00.000-08:00

Two days of skiing 20 plus inches of new snow = tired legs and time to spend some quality snow time with the dog! What a beautiful day to enjoy the solitude of a quiet snowshoe trail.

Another Day, Another Foot of Light Fluffy Powder in Northern Utah

2011-02-26T14:09:00.000-08:00


Bliss

What a great day! A foot of fluffy stuff fell during the night, and the clouds disappeared for sunshine all morning at Snowbasin. Of course, no one stopped long enough for pictures until the clouds came back (more powder tomorrow!).

Hugging the Powder for the Best Powder Mid Day

More Hugging the Powder for the Best Powder Mid Day

A Bald Eagle spotted on the way home

2011-02-22T18:37:00.000-08:00

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2011-02-09T15:33:00.000-08:00

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Ogden Valley Photography Contest

2011-01-13T13:25:00.000-08:00

Attention Photographers – Valley Pictures Wanted

Photograph by Barbara McConvill

The Ogden Valley Business Association is holding an ongoing contest to select photographs for our publications. Subject needs, due dates, and possible prizes are as follows:

1) 2011 Valley Views Adventure Guide and Map: Local skiing, snowboarding and summer sports action shots due March 1, 2011 ($25 - $50)

2) 2012 Ogden Valley Phone: Local scenic shots due August 15, 2011 ($50)

We look forward to your submittals! The publications will also list the name of the photographer.

Photographs must be available at 300 dpi at approximately 8 inches wide by 10 inches high (for Phone Book) or 6 inches wide (for Guide) for quality printing. Please send thumbnails of photographs (no larger than 500 pixels wide at 72 dpi) by email to pam@ovba.org, or mail a CD of full resolution photograph to: OVBA, Attn. Pam Mitchell, PO Box 252, Eden UT 84310 by the due dates indicated above.

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2011-01-13T13:20:00.000-08:00

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Dumping in Northern Utah - Powder for Everyone!

2010-12-29T15:41:00.000-08:00

Happy Boys on the Gondola at Snowbasin

OK, so they really didn't ski together on this run...

16 inches in the last 24 hours made for a great day - tracks filling in every run! Heard there are some great ski lodging deals near Snowbasin and Powder Mountain right now (don't tell anyone!)

Utah Ski Resorts: Sunshine, Fresh Powder, Smiles All Around

2010-12-15T15:03:00.000-08:00

What a fantastic start to the season we have had at Snowbasin (above), Powder Mountain and Wolf Mountain this year! The fresh snow, cool temperatures and sunshine made for a perfect day. Life is good.

A Fabulous Weekend of Skiing and Riding in Northern Utah!

2010-12-12T07:21:00.000-08:00

The View of Snowbasin from HWY 167 (Trappers Loop).

Finding Freshies everywhere. Get out there and enjoy great conditions at Powder Mountain, Snowbasin and Wolf Mountain! Saw some great deals here

Winter is Here for Good.

2010-11-27T12:32:00.000-08:00

A picturesque drive to Snowbasin shows Ogden Valley blanketed in white. Winter is here for good. Check out Northern Utah ski reports and great ski lodging packages.

Snowshoeing in Powder to Green Pond near Snowbasin

2010-11-21T14:42:00.000-08:00

Celebrating a couple of birthdays this morning, we snowshoed to Green Pond and beyond before enjoying a wonderful brunch at Jackson Fork Inn. Looks like we will be skiing this Thursday!

The Snow is Coming to Ogden Valley, UT Resorts!

2010-11-19T12:14:00.000-08:00

Listen to this foreast! Sounds like we are getting dumped on again just in time for reports to open with great conditions later this month! Checkout the great travel deals at http://ogden-valley.travel/.

An Evening View of Snowbasin from Huntsville, UT

October is Magical on Pineview Reservoir

2010-10-24T10:04:00.000-07:00

Kayaking on Pineview Reservoir is especially peaceful in spring and fall when boat traffic is absent. What a great time to visit Ogden Valley! See more photos here.

Utah Fall Color Watch: Utah Fall Color Photography Contest Winners

2010-10-11T10:22:00.000-07:00

Photograph by Harold Sampson - First place for Sept. 18 Workshop

Utah Fall Color Watch: Utah Fall Color Photography Contest Winners: "Participants submitted their five best photographs to this Blog for a ch..."

After the Rainbow in Ogden Valley - Fall Colors frame Snowbasin

2010-10-05T11:04:00.000-07:00

OK, I missed the rainbow Monday morning, but the scene drew me down to the beach on Pineview Reservoir for these shots. Snowbasin Ski Resort gleams under dark clouds - could snow be far behind?

Morning Light Over Ogden Valley

2010-10-04T08:59:00.000-07:00

Morning light before the incoming fall storm over Ogden Valley (looking north across Pineview Reservoir toward Ben Lomond Peak)

Utah Fall Color Watch: North Fork Park Autumn Foliage and Reflections in ...

2010-09-25T14:54:00.000-07:00

Utah Fall Color Watch: North Fork Park Autumn Foliage and Reflections in ...: "Another successful Fall Color Photography Workshop in Ogden Valley. Thanks to Jim Halay and the rest of the Ogden Camera Cl..."

Morning Sun Over Ogden Valley

2010-09-14T07:46:00.000-07:00

The morning sun over Ogden Valley reveals more vivid color on the foothills toward Snowbasin Resort!

Kayaking on Pineview Reservoir in the Fall - you will have it all to yourself!

2010-09-12T09:03:00.000-07:00

The Leaves they are a Changin'

2010-09-09T07:40:00.000-07:00

Last week the mountains were a sea of green, today they are filled with dabs of red as the maples begin their autumn transformation. Cold temps (it was 31 degrees in Mountain Green on Monday) and storms roaring through will hasten the change. Autumn is such an exciting season as you never know from year to year exactly what you will get.

Looking forward to the first photography workshop on September 18, more details on the OVBA home page www.ovba.org. Or visit www.utahfallcolors.com and the Leaf Peepers blog.

Utah Fall Color Watch: Sunflowers - One of Fall's First Color Displays

2010-09-08T09:41:00.000-07:00

Utah Fall Color Watch: Sunflowers - One of Fall's First Color Displays: "Sunflowers blooming along the road are my first sign that the trees are getting ready to turn. I took this quick shot as I was driving up P..."

Late Summer Days

2010-09-05T15:49:00.000-07:00

A walk along the beach on Pineview Reservoir, Huntsville UT

Cool Nights Get the Colors Started

2010-09-05T10:41:00.000-07:00

On our bike ride on Trappers Loop yesterday we started to see some leaves changing color - so I went back today with camera in tow. Autumn is on its way!

First Dusting of Snow

2010-08-30T08:07:00.000-07:00

Woke up this morning to the first dusting of snow in Ogden Valley........

Enjoy scenic fall color drives and local musical talent

2010-08-27T11:59:00.000-07:00

Don't miss a great lineup of outdoors concerts, fall color photography workshops, half-marathons, XTERRA triathlon, and more at www.utahfallcolors.comwww.utahfallcolors.com

Ogden Valley Science School Day Camp, Peregrine Falcon

2010-08-16T16:10:00.000-07:00

Autumn is Fast Approaching

2010-08-02T18:01:00.000-07:00

Check out http://www.utahfallcolors.com/ for Lodging Packages, Dining Offers, and Events, including a FREE Fall Color Photography Workshop. Press Release

2nd Annual Powder Mountain Hillclimb

2010-06-15T22:43:00.000-07:00

A hearty group of bikers braved the elements on the morning of June 12 for the 2nd Annual Powder Mountain Hillclimb. The ride that started at Wolf Creek Festival Field and ended at Powder Mountain's Timberline Lodge was a climb of 3,300 vertical feet over 6 miles. Nathan Chesney took 1st place for the second year in a row.

For more information, email teamexcelerator@gmail.com. Sponsors: DiamondPeak Mountain Sports, Edge Composites, Roosters, Peregrine Home Health, The Bike Shoppe, Team Excelerator, Vitality Nutrition, Wolf Creek and Powder Mountain. Thanks to Denny Montgomery for the photos (see more on Facebook)

Spring is Here

2010-05-17T07:29:00.000-07:00

Late season snows and greening of the hills makes for dramatic vistas in Ogden Valley.

Epic Day at Powder Mountain

2010-04-01T14:36:00.000-07:00

Photo by Denny Montgomery

A message from Carolyn at Powder Mountain:

What an epic day at Powder Mountain! I thought my skis were wide but not big enough for this much powder. I went back to the shop to rent some a set of really wide demo skis! What fun - lots of face shots.

What could make the day more perfect? Discounted lift passes. An adult all day lift pass is $45. If you are a local, in the military or have a season pass at another resort, you only pay $40.

Weatherman says there is more to come.

It's No April Fool's Joke - It was a Great Powder Day!

2010-04-01T14:31:00.000-07:00

Howdy and Rich enjoy the white stuff at Snowbasin.

Women In Tourism SKI 2010

2010-03-25T14:13:00.000-07:00

Women In Tourism SKI 2010
Girls Just Want to Have Fun! Watch the Video.

Ski Resorts offer Great Spring Discounts!

2010-03-17T16:27:00.000-07:00

1.Powder Mountain Spring Discounts. 1) Show a current season pass (from any local ski resort) at any ticket window on Monday – Friday to purchase an adult all area pass for $40, a 31% discount. 2) Local residents without a season pass can show their Utah driver's license and $45 for an adult pass and $30 for seniors ages 62 – 69, Monday – Friday. 3) Spring also brings great corn snow in the backcountry served by the Snowcat Powder Safari. On Mar 22, prices will be reduced $20 to $330 per person. The Snowcat Powder Safari continues running long after the resort closes so the price will be reduced a second time to $175/person on April 15.
2.New Snowbasin Product for Intermediate Skiers! Lift ticket available for Littlecat Express and Becker Lifts. The pass will provide great intermediate terrain for those that are not interested in an all mountain ticket, and is perfect for access to the pipe and intermediate terrain park. $35 for all ages.

3.Snowbasin Spring Snowsports Sampler – Only $39! for newcomers to skiing AND snowboarding. Through the end of the season, this package includes a two hour beginner lesson, rentals, and a Littlecat ticket! All ages welcome, with no blackout dates. Must be purchased as a package ($39) through the Snowsports Learning Center. Group lessons are held twice each day – 10 AM and 1 PM. Please arrive at the Snowsports Learning Center one hour prior to lesson to register and complete the rental process. For more information or make a reservation, call 801.620.1016. Adaptive programs available.

Did You Hear? But "Don't Mention It" at Powder Mountain!

2010-02-16T11:21:00.000-08:00

Powder Mountain is now offering guided tours to Wolf Canyon, known locally as DMI (Don't Mention It). Wolf Canyon encompasses approximately 1,000 skiable acres and has a 3,000 foot vertical drop for anyone willing to take a short hike up to James Peak, the resort's highest peak. Well worth it!! More info

Aussies love that Utah Powder!

2010-02-11T16:01:00.000-08:00

Sue, from Syney, Australia, is getting the hang of that famous Utah Powder.

Surpise, Surprise!

2010-01-31T15:18:00.000-08:00

What a nice surprise to wake up to 6 inches in Ogden Valley, and a foot or more on the mountain by the time the lifts started! Resorts only reported 3 or 4 inches in early morning posts, but we found lots more to play in. Check out the great links for conditions and forecasts at: http://www.ovba.org/snow/ . (UTAH SNOW SURVEY... That's how I knew that there were 10 inches at 7,550 ft level at 8 AM, and now I see 2 more inches fell after that.)

A Great Week of Storms!

2010-01-24T16:08:00.000-08:00

Mike enjoys his secret stash at Snowbasin.

That's my Honey! More Wonderful Snow!

2010-01-21T14:37:00.000-08:00

Seven untracked powder runs before lunch! And more snow coming tonight....

Snow at Last

2010-01-19T13:09:00.001-08:00

It started out snowy, then snowy and windy, then sunny and calm. As you can see, the snow was much deeper than the 6 inches reported by Snowbasin this morning. Kelly was having fun in the Centennial sun.

Know... Before You Go Out of Bounds

2010-01-10T17:18:00.001-08:00

Snowbasin offered a free Avalanche Awareness Class - consisting of an indoor session last night, and outdoor demonstrations today. The device below is available for the public to select a difficulty level, and then use a transceiver to find the buried transmitters.

Ski patrol staff demonstrates above how he listens to his transceiver and walks a pattern to narrow down the area of the signal. The purpose of this session was to emphasize that if you plan to ski out of bounds, you should take a class and PRACTICE using your gear so you are ready if the need arises.

We followed our leader to see some of their in-bounds control routes. The slope above is between 35 and 40 degrees slope - very prone to to avalanches if not controlled. We felt perfectly safe - in bounds here.

A volunteer on the patrol staff allowed patrolmen to bury him for a demonstration of the use of dogs to find victims. It did not take long the canine to pinpoint the"victim" - really wonderful and amazing.

"Good job!" And THANK YOU to Snowbasin Ski Patrol for a very interesting session!!

Ogden Area Avalanche Daily Advisory - check it daily!

More photos and information about the session posted at: Alpine Vistas

Yummy New Snow for the New Year

2010-01-02T14:59:00.000-08:00

A nice storm rumbled in to the Ogden Valley just before the New Year and made for some mighty fine powder skiing. The dump allowed us to venture off piste for some great fun and adventure. The slopes we selected still had some twigs and sticks poking out of the fresh snow fall but everywhere we ventured was excellent. Hopefully Mother Nature will be very kind to us in 2010. Happy New Year!

Looking a lot like Winter!

2009-12-14T09:58:00.000-08:00

Sunday was a snowy, snowy day at Snowbasin! Enjoyed a 17-inch snow fall, with more coming down.
Visit www.ovba.org/snow for ski & snow reports, web cams, weather and more.

Snow, Sweet Snow

2009-12-07T11:56:00.000-08:00

It's been really cold here! The good news about the cold temperature - it allows the ski resorts to make lots of really nice snow. Mother Nature is helping a little with a brush by storm on Saturday afternoon and another one this morning. Despite the lack of natural snow the skiing has been very good. We spent yesterday morning at Snowbasin. It was nice to be back on the skis again after a wonderful summer and fall.

Ready for Winter

2009-11-02T08:30:00.000-08:00

Warm temperatures are returning to northern Utah this week but the mountains are ready for winter. I hiked the Green Pond trail on Saturday, the last day of the OVBA fall color campaign, and discovered trees void of leaves and the trail paritally covered by snow. On Sunday we traveled to the other side of the mountain and rode our bikes on the Legacy Parkway. There's still some great color at lower elevations so get out and enjoy! See you next year!!!

Time to get ready for skiing and riding in Utah!

2009-10-24T20:06:00.000-07:00

My walk three days ago near Middle Inlet on Pineview Reservoir resulted in these photographs. The weather has now turned stormy and we hope the snowpack increases for a Thanksgiving start to ski season. Planned opening dates and events here. See you on the slopes!

Fall Colors in Ogden Valley

2009-08-25T10:03:00.000-07:00

Colors appearing on my morning walk at Pineview Reservoir. Follow the Leaf Peeper Blog and you won't miss the peak colors in Ogden Valley, at Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort, Monti Cristo, Logan... Checkout the great lodging packages and dining specials, events.

Could Not Resist Another Wildflower Hike

2009-08-09T15:30:00.000-07:00

We could not resist another walk in the wildflowers at Snowbasin's Middle Cirque. Take quick ride up the gondola for a wonderful mountain top hike. See more photos here.

Wildflowers Blooming at Powder Mountain

2009-07-25T15:56:00.001-07:00

Well worth the drive, and you don't have to hike too far to see a sea of yellow and many other colors of wild flowers at Powder Mountain Resort. See more photos from this hike here

Wildflowers Everywhere!

2009-07-18T15:10:00.000-07:00

We took a morning hike from the Snowbasin base area to "the platform" at the top of Moonshine Bowl this morning. The flowers were blooming everywhere!

Hey, I know it is only July...

2009-07-12T07:00:00.000-07:00

But we are ready to start blogging the Fall Color watch! And check out the Great Deals on Lodging and Dining in Ogden Valley, Ogden Canyon and Logan during Autumn.

Happy Indepence Day in Ogden Valley

2009-07-05T14:27:00.000-07:00

Summertime and the living is easy...

Pineview Reservoir.

A Day to Remember!

2009-03-30T20:06:00.000-07:00

Photograph by Barb McConvill

Backcountry Magazine at Powder Mountain

2009-03-27T13:54:00.000-07:00

Backcountry Magazine is testing equipment at Powder Mountain. What a great week for this!

Click here for VIDEO

Photos by Simon Peterson, Backcountry Magazine

Just a Couple of Gals Skiing In Sync

2009-03-23T12:54:00.000-07:00

I guess Barb and I have been skiing together so long that we make the same turns. We enjoyed 5 inches of new snow at Snowbasin today. Not a bad way to spend a Monday morning!

Torah Bright roxs Powder Mountain

2009-03-19T10:15:00.000-07:00

Torah Bright, World Champion Snowboarder makes fresh tracks at Powder Mountain. Torah along with other athletes on the TTR World Tour take a break from competition to shred the pow off Lightning Ridge. Check out the video here

And Then The Sun Came Out

2009-03-11T12:11:00.000-07:00

Photographs at Powder Mountain by Denny Montgomery

Good Friends and a Snow Storm

2009-03-09T20:01:00.000-07:00

What more could you ask for? Rob, Howdy and Kelly enjoy Strawberry Bowl at Snowbasin while the snow got deeper and deeper...

And Dennis Montgomery captured the action at Powder Mountain!

Get Ready for Superfly Open March 13 - 15.

2009-03-06T07:44:00.000-08:00

Kind of like a balloon festival in the winter! See a video and article here. Register to participate here or just come up to watch the action-packed kiteboarding!

UPDATE: Photos by Dennis Montgomery from March 13.

Another Day, Another Chute

2009-02-28T13:56:00.000-08:00

On a blue bird day like today, there is always a lunch time show above the John Paul Lodge at Snowbasin. All windows and deck tables provide a great view of the chutes between Allen Peak and Mt. Ogden. Hmmm... looks like he had a good line.

Powder Mountain Video by First Tracks Online Media

2009-02-21T10:39:00.000-08:00

Still finding untracked powder 3 days after the storm!

Powder Mountain, Snowbasin and Wolf Creek Utah

2009-02-20T07:51:00.000-08:00

Click HERE for Utah Snowflake Tryouts - Hilarious!

And those "choice" snowflakes have been arriving for weeks! Check out the Lodging Specials at http://www.ogden-valley.travel/! Then click over to http://www.ovba.org/ for local dining, recreation, services and retail options in the Ogden Valley, centrally located between Snowbasin, Powder Mountain (check out Snowboardemag.com feature) and Wolf Creek Utah (formerly Wolf Mountain) Ski Resorts. The site also has a detailed Calendar of Events for Eden, Huntsville, Liberty and nearby Ogden City. See you on the slopes!

Powder Mountain Looks Like Heaven

2009-02-19T16:20:00.000-08:00

Photograph by Denny Montgomery

This rider seems to be floating through heaven in this Powder Mountain shot above, from Feb 18th.

Click for video: Great powder day at Powder Mountain

Now That's A Lot of Snow!

2009-02-17T18:22:00.000-08:00

Sixteen inches at Snowbasin, fourteen inches at Wolf Creek Utah, and ten inches at Powder Mountain by early morning - and I know those numbers DOUBLED during the day. No pictures due to the whiteout conditions (unless someone sends some to me) - but we sure like having the base increase like this to ensure a great long spring skiing and boarding season! Did I mention that is supposed to snow MORE tomorrow? Fun, fun!

Powder Cat Safari at Powder Mountain

2009-02-13T10:17:00.000-08:00

Shhhhh... don't tell anyone, but there is still plenty of untracked powder at Powder Mountain. These folks got there on the Powder Cat Safari. Photo by Rod Kelly

Great Weather Pattern for Powder Hounds!

2009-02-10T07:08:00.001-08:00

Well, the high pressure has left us and the storms are rolling in! Check out the lodging specials for Snowbasin, Powder Mountain and Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resorts here: www.ogden-valley.travel
Yesterday at Snowbasin

Friday at Snowbasin

Grom Fest a SUCCESS at Powder Mountain on Jan. 10th

2009-01-14T07:48:00.000-08:00

More than 30 Groms (age 12 and under) competed in the 2nd Annual Grom Fest on Saturday at Powder Mountain. Everyone came away a winner!

OVBA Vice Chair, Jamie, and Chair, Carolyn, enjoy the festivities.

Rossignol Tests Boards at Powder Mountain

2009-01-11T15:39:00.000-08:00

Rossignol Snowboard Team at Powder Mountain on January 6th testing the 2009/2010 Rossignol Camber Boards.

More Powder, with Utah Sunshine

2009-01-03T14:23:00.000-08:00

Need I say more?

Lightning Ridge Snowcat Opened Today at Powder Mountain

2008-12-29T16:01:00.000-08:00

Let the Snowcat skiing begin! This morning shot shows the ideal conditions for Snowcat skiing at Powder Mountain. All lifts, POWDER COUNTRY and LIGHTNING RIDGE are now open. FREE shuttle from Eden too! Call 745-3772 for more info.

Mountain web cams and more!

2008-12-27T11:02:00.000-08:00

Save this link to visit all of Northern Utah's mountain web cams, and ski and weather reports.

Face shots all day long!

2008-12-23T15:51:00.001-08:00

Barb and Howdy in Powder Heaven

Talk about a dump! You can see Barb's smile right through the cold smoke. It just got deeper for every run at Snowbasin. Looks like similar conditions at Powder Mountain below - thanks to the magic of email, I can report on both resorts on the same day.

Photograph of Laurie (Powder Mountain Adventure Pro) by Cameron Pack

Powder Mountain opens Tonight!

2008-12-15T15:59:00.000-08:00

I just learned that Powder Mountain opened at 3 pm today for Night skiing (until 9 pm) and is $15 for adults/$12 for children. The free shuttle service will pick up at the Eden parking lot at 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm until they begin daytime operations. The shuttle will depart the Sundown lift at 9:15 pm for the return to Eden. FYI – It has been snowing lightly all day and continues, so they predict day skiing will start in the near future!

Sneak Preview at New Years Eve Celebration: Powder Mountain will extend night skiing hours on December 31st to 12:15 a.m. so that New Year’s revelers can count down the beginning of 2009 on the slopes. Night skiing will open at its regular time of 3:00 p.m. and the schedule for the free shuttle service will be adjusted to accommodate New Year’s Eve guests. Children are invited to participate in a glow stick parade at 9:00 p.m.

A special 2009 New Year’s Celebration package will be offered for only $20.09 per person to the first 300 guests that purchase on line at www.powdermountain.com. (Check the web site later in the week.) The package includes a pasta dinner, a lift pass and party favors. Powder Mountain season pass holders may purchase the dinner package for $10.00.

Those interested in skiing only may choose to purchase a night lift pass at the regular price of $15 for adults and $12 for 7 – 12 year olds. The Sundown Lodge and the Powder Keg restaurants will extend their operating hours until midnight allowing guests to order off the regular menus as well. For more information, go to www.powdermountain.com or call 801-745-3772.

And the Snow Cometh!

2008-12-14T17:18:00.000-08:00

Finally! 18 inches in 36 hours at Snowbasin. Barb caught some of the action, posted here.

Top to Bottom Sliding!

2008-12-07T18:15:00.000-08:00

What a day! With a little help from snowmaking on the lower half, we can ski top to bottom at Snowbasin.

Just like last year in mid December, it sounds like the weather pattern is going to change next week for the better (read that: snow storms are coming). Check out the lodging specials, and join us for some Happy Holidays!

Snowbasin Ski Resort is OPEN!

2008-12-06T07:26:00.000-08:00

Skiing has begun at Snowbasin! My ski buddy, Barbara, caught the action here.

Snow Arrives in the Valley

2008-11-05T12:50:00.000-08:00

Snow arrived in Ogden Valley just in time for the 2008 Presidential Election. Some of the local shredders at Powder Mountain took advantage of the snow even though the lifts aren’t running just yet.

Projected opening dates for the Ogden Valley ski resorts are: Powder Mountain – November 22; Snowbasin – November 27; and Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort – November 22. Check out the lodging specials and winter events here. Opening dates depend on the cooperation of Mother Nature, even for the resorts with snowmaking capability. Powder Hounds might want to think about a party honoring Ullr, the Nordic Ski God. Legend has it that the bigger the parties celebrating Ullr, the bigger the snowfall that season.

Winter has Kissed the Mountains

2008-10-15T14:24:00.000-07:00

Already a couple of snowfalls in October - really gets you in the mood for ski season to start! We are really lucky to live near these world class resorts (without the world class prices). This press release provides some great details about Powder Mountain, Snowbasin, and Wolf Mountain.

Now is the time to see Fall Foliage!

2008-09-29T13:07:00.000-07:00

The colors are breaking out everywhere in Huntsville and Eden and around Pineveiw Reservoir. We found touring by water a great way to take it all in. Simply glorious!

Check out this link for some local routes in the area:

Ogden Valley, Utah - Fall Color Driving Tours

On the Top of the World

2008-09-25T09:13:00.000-07:00

OK, we cheated and rode the Snowbasin Needles Gondola up before hiking the final ascent to the top of the ridge. What a great way to spend an autumn day in Northern Utah. I filmed 270 degrees of our view here:

Music in the Mountains

2008-08-22T14:04:00.000-07:00

If you haven't spent a Saturday evening listening to music in the Eden mountains it's time. Both Snowbasin and Wolf Mountain sponsor great concerts on the weekend. At Wolf Mountain you can pack a picnic or buy from the concert vendors. It's a treat to enjoy the sunset, watch the stars come out, and tap your feet to the great vibrations. On August 23rd Eric Heatherly will be performing and it's only $20 per car load. The concert starts at 8:00 but arrive early to get a good spot on the grass!

Ogden Valley Balloon Festival - A Success!

2008-08-18T16:12:00.001-07:00

What a great festival this year! Perfect weather, entertainment, food, art and crafts. Read about a family from West Haven and enjoy more pictures on the 2008 Ogden Valley Balloon Festival web site!

Fall Colors Coming to the Valley

2008-08-15T12:03:00.000-07:00

It won't be long now... the nights are longer and the air is cooling. Check out these driving tour and off-road options!

Lift-Served Mountain Biking - What a Kick!

2008-08-03T17:50:00.001-07:00

What a great way to spend a summer day - the trails at Snowbasin Resort are in excellent shape!
Which might be more than I can say for my niece Anna and I - as we point out on the map where we took out little tumbles (somehow the guys stayed spotless clean - "no guts, no glory," said Anna). We are just a little out of practice for the technical stuff, but we had a great time!