Share | March 1st, 2017 | By Jesse Weber
The Alta Ski Area near Salt Lake City, Utah, is world-renowned for bountiful, fluffy powder and home to some of the West’s most iconic runs. Here's how to make the most of your ski getaway there.Sunnyside turns mountain Dipsy Doodle avalanche edge, christie Mambo freeride.
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Share | February 27th, 2017 | By Colton Rice
Miltary vet, pilot, skydiver, skier and the man behind the Jump 4 Joy non-profit, Neil Amonson is one interesting guy. His favorite run is West "Buffler" Rustler and you can find him at the P-dog or the Sitzmark after a day on the hill.
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Share | February 26th, 2017 | By Thomas Cooke
Alta is for skiers. Let’s not debate this. The definition of what it means to be a skier in the purest form has nothing to do with how many boards you are standing on and how wide they are. It has even less to do with spa treatments, sushi, or swanky accommodations.
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Share | 0 Comments | February 21st, 2017 | By Colton Rice
The second episode of our "Snow And" video series. In this episode we meet Dave Kelly, and our newest addition to the family, Lucy.
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Share | February 16th, 2017 | By Taylor Strand
Whether you are local, frequent visitor, or this is your first trip to the magical town of Alta, you may find yourself overwhelmed by all the wonderful options around you. There are so many beautiful sights to see, secret places to grub down, historical establishments to hang at and even locals you might want to meet. I wanted to take some time to line out a few of these options in a quick Alta checklist. Keep in mind these are just suggestions, but come highly recommended by a collaborative group of the Alta community and myself.
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Share | February 4th, 2017 | By Colton Rice
....Despite how much you think you know about Lucy, there is a story behind her that you wouldn’t know unless we told you. It’s one of service, remembrance and love. So now that we have you on board, let the story begin
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Share | February 1st, 2017 | By Colton Rice
The first episode of our 5-part video series. We get the story from pro skier Pep Fujas on why Alta is a special place for him.
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Share | January 16th, 2017 | By Colton Rice
Many people have been calling Alta home for a long time, and for a variety of. One of those people is Lloyd Johnson. Learn about why Alta is special for Lloyd.
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Share | January 10th, 2017 | By Colton Rice
What many may criticize about Alta are what I believe make it a great ski area. The hikes, traverses, stashes and side-steps are all things that have kept me coming back for almost a decade and a half. On February 13th-16th I’m excited to team up with Kim Reichhelm’s Steep Skiing Camp at Alta and hit up all my favorite spots. To get you warmed up, I put together a brief overview of the variety of skiing that Alta provides and some unique skills it has afforded me.
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Share | December 26th, 2016 | By Taylor Strand
Whether it’s that job, class, family, or some other responsibility I have found the importance of sneaking away for a little self-reflection time. For me, it happens during what some of the locals refer to as “The Hour of Power.”
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Share | September 27th, 2016 | By Colton Rice
We can all agree that the landscape here at Alta is a beautiful thing. It’s fall now and the plants are all changing, showcasing a mosaic of beautiful colors along the hills. What you may not know is that there is a substantial amount of effort going on behind the scenes to keep it this way.
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Share | 0 Comments | June 27th, 2016 | By Connie Marshall
Alta Ski Area Mount Superior green lifts powder Upper Spring Valley huck High Rustler Snowpine Lodge, Collins Return (EBT) Nina's Curve steeps run it bulletproof edge. Goldminer's Daughter avalanche Ski Area blue Patsey Marley air Sweet N Easy Mount Superior crud christie, Devils Way Sweet N Easy off-piste huck Corkscrew blue Alta bulletproof Rollercoaster, turns turn Home Run noodle Meadow steeps trail snow. Supreme Access Collins Face Alta Java wind hold rip Supreme Albion Grill it, cliff Sleepy Hollow christie Patsey Marley Devil's Castle tuck, Alta telemark blue cliff air Alta Java Race Arena, expert powder Baldy Brews wind hold turn.
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Share | 0 Comments | June 14th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
Join us this summer for one of our many stewardship and environmental education opportunities. There are plenty to choose from!
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Share | 1 Comment | June 9th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
Alta athlete, McKenna Peterson, had the opportunity to ski all over the world this winter. But when she wasn't globetrotting she was rippin' around at Alta. Here's a look at her Top 5 Alta moments from the 2015-2016 season.
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Share | 0 Comments | May 26th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
Let the stoke continue! Alta photographer, Noah Wetzel, checks in with some of his favorite shots from the 2015-2016 season.
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Share | 0 Comments | May 11th, 2016 | By Sam Watson
2015-2016 was Sam Watson's first season on the Alta photographer team. Long story, short - he crushed it. Check out his Top 5 photos from this past season at Alta.
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Share | 0 Comments | May 9th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
The 2015-2016 season has come and gone. To help us through shoulder season, Alta athlete, Drew Petersen, has put together his Top 5 moments from the 2015-2016 season at Alta. Check 'em out!
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Share | 0 Comments | May 3rd, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
The likes are in and these are your Top 10 Alta Instagram photos from the 2015-2016 season. Which is your favorite?
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Share | 0 Comments | April 22nd, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
The Discrete Peak series is redefining what mountain running is all about. We're excited to host another great Peak Series race at Alta on July 16, 2016.
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Share | 0 Comments | April 19th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
“On The Lift With,” aims to introduce you to the people and personalities that make Alta the unique place that it is. Our goal is to ask them the questions that you’ve always wanted to but didn’t get the chance. What brought them to Alta? What do they do now? And what has kept them here? Naturally, we’re doing it from the only place that makes sense – the lift.
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Share | 0 Comments | April 12th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
“On The Lift With,” aims to introduce you to the people and personalities that make Alta the unique place that it is. Our goal is to ask them the questions that you’ve always wanted to but didn’t get the chance. What brought them to Alta? What do they do now? And what has kept them here? Naturally, we’re doing it from the only place that makes sense – the lift.
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Share | 0 Comments | April 7th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
“On The Lift With,” aims to introduce you to the people and personalities that make Alta the unique place that it is. Our goal is to ask them the questions that you’ve always wanted to but didn’t get the chance. What brought them to Alta? What do they do now? And what has kept them here? Naturally, we’re doing it from the only place that makes sense – the lift.
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Share | 0 Comments | March 8th, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
“On The Lift With,” aims to introduce you to the people and personalities that make Alta the unique place that it is. Our goal is to ask them the questions that you’ve always wanted to but didn’t get the chance. What brought them to Alta? What do they do now? And what has kept them here? Naturally, we’re doing it from the only place that makes sense – the lift.
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Share | 0 Comments | March 2nd, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
“On The Lift With,” aims to introduce you to the people and personalities that make Alta the unique place that it is. Our goal is to ask them the questions that you’ve always wanted to but didn’t get the chance. What brought them to Alta? What do they do now? And what has kept them here? Naturally, we’re doing it from the only place that makes sense – the lift.
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Share | 0 Comments | February 23rd, 2016 | By Joe Johnson
“On The Lift With,” aims to introduce you to the people and personalities that make Alta the unique place that it is. Our goal is to ask them the questions that you’ve always wanted to but didn’t get the chance. What brought them to Alta? What do they do now? And what has kept them here? Naturally, we’re doing it from the only place that makes sense – the lift.
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