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Park City Event Guide: July 6 – 8, 2018

July 6, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

We’re all recovering after a week full of 4th of July festivities. So now is the time to sit back, relax, and listen to some terrific open-air concert music and to get a bit of gentle movement into your weekend with a hike or a nature walk. Take a peek at what’s in store this weekend in Park City.

HEAR

Live Music @ Park City Mountain
Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays

Park City Mountain will have casual, outdoor options for live music each Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, all summer long. Head on over to the Park City Mountain Village, beginning at 4 p.m. This weekend’s lineup:

Friday, July 6 (4:00 – 7:00 PM) – Nathan Spenser Revue – Legends Bar & Grill
Saturday, July 7 (4:00 – 6:00 PM) – Fabulous Flynn’s Tones – PayDay Express
Sunday, July 8 (4:00 – 7:00 PM) – Joy & Eric – Legends Bar & Grill

A concert at Deer Valley (Grand Valley Bank Community Concert Series)

Deer Valley Music Festival
Saturday, July 7 → 7:30 PM
Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater

Don’t miss this one! Legendary music from Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Sweeny Todd, Company, West Side Story, and more when the Utah Symphony bring Broadway Hits by Stephen Sondheim & Andrew Lloyd Webber to life! Click HERE for ticket and event information.

The Who’s TOMMY – The Musical
July 6 – July 27 @ Egyptian Theatre
Fridays at 8 PM

Speaking of legendary – The Who’s TOMMY – The Musical – will run through July 27 at Egyptian Theatre on Friday nights at 8 p.m. Based on the iconic 1969 rock concept album, the show is an exhilarating story of hope, healing, and the human spirit. Winner of 5 Tonys, this show is presented by the Ziegfeld Theatre Company. Ticket information HERE.

MOVE

Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter (Photo courtesy Swaner Preserve)

Saturday Morning Nature Walk
Saturday, July 7 → 8:30 AM
Swaner Nature Preserve and EcoCenter

Explore the Swaner Preserve wetlands with a guide. You’ll learn about the wonders of the wetlands, native plant and animal species, and the history of the Swaner Preserve. Keep your eyes peeled for an abundance of birds, elk or even nesting sandhill cranes.

Yoga on the Patio
Saturday, July 7 @ 10 AM
Park City Library

Join in on the weekly complimentary community yoga classes on the patio outside the Park City Library! Held each Saturday morning at 10 a.m., through August 25, the class provides an opportunity to start your weekend off on the right foot – and to connect with your Park City neighbors. Bring your yoga mat — classes move inside if it rains.

Guided Historical Hike @ Deer Valley Resort
Sunday, July 8→ 8:30 AM

Enjoy the gorgeous landscape of Deer Valley Resort with a guided historical hike on Sunday morning. The three-to-four hour hike will cover about six miles of moderately strenuous terrain – all while you learn about the area’s mining history. Participants should meet at the base of the Sterling Express chairlift (mid-mountain at Silver Lake Lodge). Reservations are required, along with a $10 fee. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and proper sun protection (and bring along plenty of water and snacks!). To reserve your spot, you’re asked to call 435-645-6648.

SHOP

Used Book Sale
July 7 → 10 AM – 6 PM
Summit County Library – Kimball Junction Branch

The Annual Used Book Sale, presented by the Friends of the Summit County Library, will be held all day Friday and Saturday in the auditorium of the Kimball Junction Branch in Park City. Select your summer reading from a huge collection of used books, including adult fiction, a bit of non-fiction and tons and tons of kids’ titles – with a massive list of books for $1 or less! Fill your Friends of the Library tote for $16 or buy a tote and fill *it* for $18.

Park Silly Sunday Market
Sundays Through September 23, 2018
10 AM – 5 PM

Park Silly takes over Historic Main Street every Sunday this summer! (Photo courtesy: Park Silly Sunday Market, Brett Oswold)

If you haven’t been out yet this year to the Park Silly Sunday Market — what are you waiting for?! This eco-friendly, open-air market shuts down Historic Main Street and packs the pavement with people, local products, and potations. To fully experience Silly Market, we recommend the fabulous and free city bus, or a carpool (traffic and parking can get seriously silly), or take advantage of the bike valet. Don’t forget your sunscreen and a water bottle!

CREATE & GROW

Swaner’s Craft Sunday
Sunday, July 8 → 11 AM – 1 PM

Bring your kiddos to the Swaner Nature Preserve and EcoCenter to enjoy a nature-themed craft midday Sunday! All ages are welcome at this free event.

Music, a garden education station and a local business stand are all featured at Second Sundays!

Second Sundays at the Garden
Sunday, July 8 → 4 – 7 PM
Summit Community Garden
(4056 Shadow Mountain Dr)

Zip over to the Summit Community Garden on Sunday afternoon for Second Sundays at the Garden – a casual event with music, a garden education station, and a local business highlight. No tickets required for this complimentary event, and you’re encouraged to bring your own camp chair, beverages, and smiles! Kids are welcome, but please leave the dogs at home.

Happening this week

Women’s Road Rides
Mondays → 5:45 – 7:30 PM

Start at Jans on Park Ave, then hit the road with a tribe of ladies for a couple of hours. Bring rain protection, energy good and plenty of water, plus your flat repair kit. Bikes are available to rent ($15, based on availability), but the event is free! Weekly bike rides through August 27.

Monday Night Casting Clinics
Monday, July 9 5 – 7 PM

Every Monday evening, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Jans’ fly fishing experts offer free fly casting lessons and equipment tips. Join them at 5 p.m., at the ponds in lower Deer Valley, next to the gazebo. If you own a rod, you’re asked to bring it along – if you don’t, they have a limited number of rods folks can borrow.

Green Drinks in the Garden
Tuesday, July 10 → 6 – 10 PM

Mingle with other eco-conscious people and hear from local leaders about sustainability, environmental and social advocacy issues at Green Drinks. This recurring event benefits Recycle Utah – held this time at Summit Community Garden.

Women’s Mountain Bike Rides
Tuesdays → 6-8 PM

Another women-only option during the week is the Tuesday night mountain bike rides with White Pine Touring. The rides are led by Team Sugar guides, and the group is divided up based on your skill and comfort level. Meet at White Pine Touring at 6 p.m., then explore new trails and meet new friends for two fun-filled hours. This experience is also free. Weekly bike rides through August 28.

Group Mountain Bike Rides
Thursdays → 6-8 PM

One more crew to hit the trails with – the Thursday night group mountain bike rides! Also at White Pine Touring, this one is open to everyone, with three groups to choose from based on ride intensity. The rides are led by White Pines Touring Racing powered by jans.com mountain bike team members and guides. And on the last Thursday of each month, there’s a free BBQ and adult beverages, provided by local vendors, at the end of the ride. Weekly bike rides through August 30.

Park City Event Guide: July 4th Edition

June 30, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

Photo courtesy: Visit Park City

Park City Events: June 30 – July 3

SHOP

Park Silly Sunday Market
Sunday, July 1 → 10 AM – 5 PM
Historic Main Street

This event is equal parts eco-friendly open-air market and street festival – and Sunday Funday party! Stroll Historic Main Street to shop for local arts, crafts, products, antiques, and gourmet food while you enjoy live music, terrific local, handmade ice cream from Wasatch Creamery Ice Cream, Co., and the best booze tent in town.

SEE

Gold-medal performances from skiers and snowboarders during the Flying Ace All-Stars show at UOP. (Photo courtesy: Flying Ace All-Stars)

Flying Ace All-Star Aerial Show
Saturdays & Sundays → 1 PM
Utah Olympic Park

The Flying Aces, founded by Olympians Fuzz Fedderson and Trace Worthington, brings gold-medal feats to events in an incredibly unique way. To say watching this event is memorable is an understatement. The best place to catch these shows is on the weekends, at the Utah Olympic Park. Watch Olympians and National Team skiers and snowboarders soar up to 60 feet in the air, while flipping and spinning and making your jaw drop, and then land gracefully in the Spence Eccles Freestyle Pool. Shows run through September 2.

Art Exhibit
Sunday → All Day
Park City Library

The Park City Professional Artist Association will showcase a wide variety of local artists – paintings and photos. The inspiration: the beauty found in Park City, Summit County, and our Be-Utah-ful state.

Throwback Tuesdays Film Series
Tuesdays → 7 PM
July 3 – July 31
Jim Santy Auditorium @ Park City Library

Throwback Tuesdays is a partnership between the Park City Film Series and the Park City Library, begins this week! The first classic film (free admission and free popcorn!) is The Muppet Movie; rated G. Here’s the movie lineup for the month:

Tuesday, July 3 – The Muppet Movie (G)
Tuesday, July 10 – The Sandlot (PG)
Tuesday, July 17 – Peggy Sue Got Married (PG-13)
Tuesday, July 31 – Who Framed Roger Rabbit (PG)

Big Stars, Bright Nights Concert Series
Tuesday, July 3 → 6 – 9 PM
Los Lonely Boys @ Quinn’s Junction

Los Lonely Boys kick off this year’s Big Stars, Bright Night’s Concert Series at new Quinn’s Junction location (Photo courtesy: Park City Institute).

The season-opener for Big Stars, Bright Nights! Los Lonely Boys (brothers Henry, Jojo, and Ringo Garza) bring their trademarked, Grammy-winning “Texican Rock” back to the Park City Institute’s (new!) outdoor state. Quinn’s Junction Sports Complex is the new home for this concert series – be sure to purchase tickets in advance.

3rd of July Celebration & Fireworks
Tuesday, July 3 → 5 PM
Park City Mountain Canyons Village

Start the celebrations a day early with caricature artists, hula hoops, chalk art, and face painting! Kick off the holiday with these complimentary, family-friendly activities at Park City Mountain Canyons Village. DJ Velvet starts spinning at 5 p.m., followed by live music by the Number Ones at 7:30.

Music on The Patio
Wednesdays → 11 AM
Park City Library

Stop by the patio and enjoy live, local music during your library visit! The 7-concert series is a partnership with Mountain Town Music and The Friends of Park City Library.

CELEBRATE

Happy Birthday, KPCW! (Image courtesy: KPCW)

KPCW’s Birthday Party
Monday, July 2 → 10 AM – 2 PM
KPCW Radio Station

KPCW is turning 38 – and they want you to help them celebrate! Cake and punch, along with the opportunity to tour or the station and meet the staff and hosts of KPCW! Join the party on Monday, July 2. OH – and – the twice-yearly pledge drive is approaching, so if you have items you’d like to donate for their auction, let them know.

MOVE

Twilight Ride Series
Wednesdays → 4 – 8 PM
Deer Valley Resort

Enjoy the mountain at dusk with the Twilight Ride Series on Wednesdays. From 4 until 8 p.m. on Wednesdays, take advantage of lift-served mountain biking (Silver Lake Express and Sterling Express chairlifts). DV operations stay open to serve riders for the Twilight Rides (through August 22).

Guided Main Street Historical Tour
Monday – Friday → 2 PM
Park City Museum

Explore Park City Historic Main Street with insight into the architecture and some pretty cool stories from Park City’s unique history. From the days of a booming mining town to its present-day iteration as a world-wide, world-class ski destination. Weather permitting – the tours leave from the Park City Museum (5258 Main Street). Spots fill quickly – so be sure to reserve your spot. Tours are recommended 13 and up – cost is $7 per person, no tour on July 4.

EAT

Jamaica’s Kitchen Food Truck
Sunday, July 1 → 10 AM – 5 PM
Snow Park Lodge @ Deer Valley Resort

Experience the flavors – and vibe! – of authentic Jamaican food at Deer Valley this weekend. Jamaica’s Kitchen Food Truck will be parked outside Snow Park Lodge on Sunday, which will give you the chance to try spicy and sweet Jamaican jerk chicken, homemade beef patties and ting, and tender curry goat with rice and beans. Yummmm!

DRINK

Summer Cocktail Contest
July 2018
Park City, Utah

Now, this is a contest in which we will be delighted to participate. Starting Sunday, July 1, there are four full weeks to try to find your favorite drink in Park City. To vote – simply head to www.parkcityrestaurants.com. Last year’s winner: Deer Valley Resort’s Spicy Watermelon Rose Spritzer.

Wines & Mines Tour
Saturdays → 1 – 4 PM

This three-hour tour of six historic Park City locations – paired with gorgeous wines – is an experience unlike any other! The Fox School of Wine tour begins at the Park City Museum – this pairs with a sparkling wine from California – to kick off the discovery of mining in Park City. A luxury vehicle then transports you to the other stops. Ontario Mine, Miner’s Hospital, Silver King Consolidated HQ, and the Red Light District (!) are on the tour – guided by Kirsten Fox, Headmistress and executive sommelier, who also chooses the wine for each location. Light snacks are included, and you must reserve your spot in advance.

Park City Events: July 4

7 AM → Pancake Breakfast @ City Park

8 AM → Fourth of July 5K Run

~PARADE~
11 AM @ Historic Main Street

12 PM → Activities @ City Park
Music, BBQ & beverages, games, and more

3 PM → Music mountain BBQ, and fun at Park City Mountain Village

DUSK → FIREWORKS at Park City Mountain

4th of July Activities Lineup in Park City, Utah (image courtesy: Visit Park City).

Park City Nonprofit Highlight: Recycle Utah

June 7, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

Recycle Utah provides community-based resources and solutions (photo courtesy: Recycle Utah).

Park City & Summit County:
Committed to a Sustainable Community

A huge part of why Park City is such a wonderful place to build a life is the focus on sustainability. The effort to embrace best sustainability practices is led by our municipality. In fact, the Park City City Council lists it on the critical priority list and has set one of the most ambitious climate goals in North America: to be net-zero carbon and run on 100% renewable energy for city operations by 2022, and the entire community by 2032.

Park City Municipal has set very high-impact goals for sustainability.

Summit County, too, has created high-impact goals, with the aim to be 100% net renewable energy by 2032 for all Summit Co. government operations, and to make renewable electrical energy available and broadly adopted by all residents and businesses by the same year.

Thanks to city and county leadership, and dedicated sustainability teams, our community will reap the benefits for generations to come.

Boots on the Ground

The plan is one thing – the execution is another. And, while Summit County provides curbside recycling to all residents, there is a mountainous amount of waste which cannot be put in your bin – but *should* be recycled.

Enter Recycle Utah (aka, The Park City Conservation Association)! The visionary group has served Summit County since 1991 with the mission to empower people to lead sustainable lives – and the ultimate vision of a zero waste plan for Summit County.

Recycle Utah sees double-digit percentage increases in participation year after year.

Why Recycle?

Simply put – It’s about our groundwater, which is a critical component of our environment and, of course, our public health. What goes into the trash → leaches into our groundwater at the landfill → impacts our drinking water. To avoid toxins landing in the landfill in the first place – hit up Recycle Utah.

Not only does the Recycle Utah center (located on Woodbine Way) provide a place for you to take items like glass, styrofoam, plastic bags, batteries, and e-waste, it has an entire department dedicated to active education.

Education, Empowerment & CSAs

In an effort to provide community-based resources – and solutions – Recycle Utah conducts on-site environmental education, leads the Green Business Program, and facilitates composting workshops at the center (did you know – composting can easily decrease your garbage pile by as much as 30%?!).

Recycle Utah also supports Community Supported Agriculture – known as CSAs – by serving as a pick-up center for shareholders. This means CSAs like Bell Organic Gardens and Farmers Next Door drop off boxes of their lovely local produce at the Park City location each week, and residents who have bought in for the growing season simply zip over to pick up their share.

Recycling Services

Because of its efforts, Recycle Utah prevents 200 TONS of valuable materials from wasting in the landfill. And this is not per year. This is 200 tons – per month. The center accepts more than 50 different items for re-use, or hazmat treatment. Check out the list of acceptable items HERE.

Impact

In 2017 alone – Recycle Utah had approximately 400 visitors to the center each day, and collected:

832 tons of glass
188 tons of metal
98 tons of plastic
7.2 tons of Styrofoam
624 tons of paper and cardboard

The grand total of materials recycled adds up to 3,496,000 pounds (1,748 tons)!

Upcoming Events | How to Support Recycle Utah

Support local businesses while you save water at the native plant sale this weekend.

Native Plant Sale
On Saturday, June 9, Recycle Utah will host a native plant sale from 9 – 11 a.m., where you can purchase drought-tolerant plants for your garden. All plants will be supplied by southern Utah nurseries (which specialize in xeriscaping and low-maintenance landscaping), and brought here by Park City Nursery. Native plants conserve water with improved soil retention – so less water is required for maintenance.

Uncorked
The 7th Annual Uncorked outdoor concert will be held on Friday, June 29. All proceeds will go to fund glass recycling collection. A $7 ticket gives you access to live music and food, with beverages available for purchase.

Drink Green & Shop
All year-round, you can shop green. Items like composters, reusable tote and produce bags, and biodegradable dog poo bags are for sale in the center shop.

If meeting for drinks is more your speed, Recycle Utah facilitates Green Drinks. These are gatherings held on the second Tuesday of every other month for eco-conscious people to get together to talk and learn from local leaders about sustainability, environmental, and social issues.

Land preservation and sustainability are a very important part of life at The Colony at White Pine Canyon, where approximately 90% of our 4600 acres will be preserved as open space, thanks to conservation easements. We’re grateful for the visionary leadership of Recycle Utah and its steady work to improve and preserve our singular quality of life here in the mountains of Park City, Utah.

If you have a nonprofit you’d like us to highlight, please email Molly@theColonyWPC.com.

Welcome Home.

June 6, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

Summer 2018 Ad (Photo courtesy: Upwall Design).

Perfection Has A New Address: The Colony

Our new Summer 2018 advertisement features one of The Colony’s most magnificent homesteads. Created by Upwall Design, and brought to life by Midway Construction Company, this home is a pure mountain masterpiece. Watch for this gorgeous ad on Facebook and Instagram, as well as in print editions of Park City Magazine and Western Home Journal.

About Us

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is a development unlike any other in the world. With our commitment to open space and a less-is-more philosophy, we set the standard for on-mountain living. Approximately 90% of our 4600 acres will be preserved in perpetuity as open land, thanks to protection from conservation easements.

Mid-Mountain Trail is one of a network which runs through The Colony.

Every single one of our homesites is ski-in | ski-out, and when the snow melts, a network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails is revealed. One of our favorites, the Mid-Mountain Trail, spans 26 miles and connects The Colony to Park City Mountain and Deer Valley Resort, and finishes at Utah Olympic Park.

The Colony is closely connected with our Park City, Utah community, but trust us when we say, if you live here, it feels like your own world.

The Final Chapter

We are entering our final chapter here at The Colony, with the recent release of our Phase 5 Meadow Lakes homesites. Of the 13 homesites released, seven are already under contract or sold – which means just six are still available under the current release. These homesites surround the upper meadow and are all nestled among old-growth forests, with lakes, streams, and waterfalls nearby.

Lakes, streams, and waterfalls dot the upper meadow homesites.

Connect With Our Team

Connect with us to set up your own tour of this incredible community – and start building your legacy here at The Colony at White Pine Canyon. Bronson Calder and Stephen Jeffers, our Colony team, are available, on-site, seven days a week. They serve as local experts and are always available to you as a resource and to answer questions, whether they are real-estate related or not.

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Park City Event Guide: May 18 – 20, 2018

May 18, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

DO

2018 Cole Sport Bike Swap
Saturday, May 19 → 9AM – 5PM
Sunday, May 20 → 9AM – 3PM

The $10 fee is applied only if your bike sells – and all of those proceeds go to support the Mountain Trails Foundation. The Bike Swap is happening at the Park Avenue location.

Running With Ed
Saturday, May 19 → Runners start between 8 and 9:30AM

Running With Ed (RWE), Park City’s favorite relay race, is Saturday, May 19!
(Photo: Park City Education Foundation.)

We first told you about this event HERE; and while it’s just a bit too late to sign up to run in the race to raise money, you can show up to raise some cheer for the participants! This event is a fundraiser for the Park City Education Foundation.

Wake & Draw VII
Saturday, May 19 → 10AM – 1PM
Kimball Art Center

Adults 18 years and older are invited to spend a few hours in the Wake & Draw class in the Kimball Art Center studio. A figure model is provided, but everything else is up to you, so grab an easel or a pad of paper and your preferred drawing tool. No instructor is present, so it’s suggested that participants have a bit of figure drawing experience. Because space is limited to 10 students, it’s recommended you register in advance. The class is $15 (BYO materials).

Wake & Draw is meant to be a creative meeting place for artistic people to share their techniques and skills in a community setting.

Swaner’s Craft Sunday
Sunday, May 20 → 11AM – 1PM
Swaner Eco Center

Bring your kiddos to the Eco Center to enjoy a nature-themed craft midday Sunday! All ages are welcome at this free event.

WATCH

Salt Lake City’s Repertory Dance Theatre is the nation’s oldest and most successful dance company.

Repertory Dance Theatre
Saturday, May 19 & Sunday May 20 → 8PM
The Egyptian Theatre

Repertory Dance Theatre is dedicated to the creation, performance, perpetuation, and appreciation of modern dance. The RDT has designed a concert for the Egyptian Theatre which includes several works from its repertory and more than 30 pieces of choreography.

Park City Film Series → “Final Portrait”
Friday and Saturday → 8PM
Sunday → 6PM

“Final Portrait” is the story of a touching and off-beat friendship between an American writer and art-lover James Lord and the world-famous artist Alberto Giacometti. Told through Lord’s eyes, it reveals insight into the beauty, frustration, profundity, and sometimes the chaos of the artistic process. Stars Geoffrey Rush and Armie Hammer; rated R.

The Park City Film Series is a nonprofit organization which presents the best of independent feature, documentary, world, and local cinema. Its mission is to create community through film.

Upcoming Events in Park City

CONNECT Summit County is a nonprofit organization which works to create a well-informed and stigma-free community with access to mental health services for all.

CONNECT Summit County and its partners will host 5 more opportunities to get informed, get involved – or get help – during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Tuesday, May 22 → Noon
Jim Santy Auditorium
“Portrait of An Alzheimer Caregiver,” a play performed by WALK-ONS, INC. and talk by author Sheryl Bagshaw (Dementia Assist).
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Tuesday, May 22 → 6:30PM
Intermountain Park City Hospital
“The Brain Story: Come learn the science behind brain development, mental health, and addiction” talk by Dr. Nicole Blair Education and Conference Center Sherren, Neuroscientist (The Palix Foundation).
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Thursday, May 24 → 6:30PM
Jim Santy Auditorium
Film: “Heaven Is A Traffic Jam on the 405” 2018 Oscar-winning short documentary about artist Mindy Alper channeling her depression and anxiety into her work. Followed by panel discussion with psychiatrist Dr. Melissa Lopez-Larson and Ida Yoked (Expressive Therapies Utah).
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Wednesday, May 30 → 6:30PM
Jim Santy Auditorium
Film: “Dying to be Thin” followed by panel discussion on eating disorders with Karen Malm, (PhD, Summit Community Counseling), Melissa Taylor (MS, LMFT, Center for Change), and Sloane Pitman (survivor).
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Thursday, May 31 → 6:30PM
Sheldon Richins Building Auditorium
“70 Years of Healthy Minds: Current Research on Brain and Behavioral Health,” Talks and a Research Showcase presented by the University of Utah Psychiatry Department.

If you have an event you’d like featured in our weekly guide, please email us: Molly@thecolonywpc.com.

Spring Fever

April 10, 2018 by Colony PR

Here in the mountains, the season others know as spring, we affectionately refer to as “mud season” to describe the period in between skiing and hiking, biking and golf. However, there are several options to take care of that case of “spring fever” if you are careful and plan ahead.

Hiking and Mountain Biking

Generally speaking south facing trails receive more spring sun to melt out and dry faster. Typically Round Valley (Hwy 40) and Glenwild (between Kimball and Jeremy Ranch) are the first to be ready to foot or two-wheeled traffic.

The trails you can expect to dry out first are Blackhawk and Stealth in Glenwild and Somewhere Elk & Nowhere Elks in Round Valley. Each of those trails are open to both hiking and biking, and tend to be busier on weekends and warm afternoons.

Both Mountain Trails and Basin Recreation provide great resources for planning a day out including updated trail conditions and handy maps. It is imperative to stay off trails until completely dry, as using them in muddy conditions can cause damage to the surface which could last all season, or permanently widening them from users who walk or ride around wet areas.

Road Cycling

Road cycling is great within The Colony, providing plenty of uphill options and fun loops you can create on your own. Other quiet areas for a road ride are the Pinebrook and Jeremy Ranch neighborhoods, both of which provide a similar set up of climbs and descents. Jeremy gets more sun if the temps are cooler.

For flatter road rides, head out to the town of Heber City and ride a loop that includes the neighboring area of Francis. Stunning views of Mt. Timpanogos dominate the scene above your handlebars, and the surrounding bucolic farmland is a perfect spring backdrop for a pedal.

Wildlife

Due to the immense amount of open space at The Colony, wildlife such as moose, elk, and deer regularly frequent the area. In spring, it is a safe bet to simply grab a pair of binoculars and observe passing wildlife from the comfort of your deck.

Animals respond to longer days and warmer weather much in the same way we humans do – soaking up as much outdoor time as possible and exploring our surroundings. Additionally, much of our local fauna are caring for their young while coming out of a winter slumber at the same time, making them incredibly unpredictable – especially moose – so be sure to give animals plenty of space and keep a safe distance.

The Swaner Nature Preserve offers an additional opportunity to see wildlife – from elk to nesting sandhill cranes – in nearby Kimball Junction. This project of Utah State University offers complimentary nature walks each Saturday morning led by a naturalist.

Golf

The closest option outside Park City is Mountain Dell, located off I-80 in Parleys Canyon between SLC and Park City. As of this writing, they had 18 holes open, with a second 18 holes set to open soon. Stay tuned for a full blog post on golf options in the Park City area to plan your rounds for spring and summer.

Saturday Morning Nature Walk Saturday, July 7 → 8:30 AM Swaner Nature Preserve and EcoCenter

Park Silly Sunday Market Sundays Through September 23, 2018 10 AM – 5 PM

Women’s Road Rides Mondays → 5:45 – 7:30 PM