Dixie National Forest has been hard at work installing an ATV trail system in the area named Hardscrabble. I don't know the reason for the name, but I am looking forward to riding some of the trails.
Read MoreATV Exploratory ride to UNP 7270. Silver Peak - UT, quad
The route west is an ATV trail, short turns, narrow track that loops around the many Juniper Trees in the area. Someone has taken the time to cut down little trees to create the trail, and I appreciate all the hard work.
Read MoreOld Rambler Hill. Thermo - UT, quad
Old Rambler Hill, like its name implies, is a long rolling rise toward the summit. I crest the first rise and spot a small herd of Antelope watching from the trailing ridgeline. The landscape is barren, and this rise is devoid of even sagebrush as I hike the remaining steps to the peak.
Read MoreSkiing Day 13 2020/2021 - Eagle Point
Linda and I had most of the runs we decided to take all to ourselves. Top to bottom empty except two skiers jumping through crud, looking for some POW, and loving every minute of it.
Read MoreProgeny Peak. Springdale East - UT, quad (Zion National Park)
I reach another saddle and take another rest. It's been a few years since I climbed Progeny Peak, and I don't quite remember taking so many breaks, but I love every minute as I cross the last remaining sandy area and reach the summit.
Read MoreATV ride to Government Spring and Nickel Creek Falls. Riverside - NV, quad (Gold Butte National monument)
Soon boulders and water prevent further venturing without getting wet, but the view up the canyon is stunning, and I take a few minutes to admire its simple beauty.
Read MoreJuanita Benchmark. Riverside - NV, quad (Gold Butte National Monument)
The summit views are spectacular, and a blue hint from lake Mead shines in the sun to the south. The peaks within my range of vision are all the same, grassy brown with rocky summits.
Read MoreSkiing Day 12 2020/2021 - The Canyons
It's cold and windy, but the bubble lift has heated seats! We don't know where we are going, but we know that we will have many more options than down below once we get to the top.
Read MoreSkiing Day 11 2020/2021 - Deer Valley
With massive uphill capacity, fine dining, Deer Valley Resort was the first to capture the ski vacation crowd combining luxury with activity at a high price point. With the Gold Pass, Linda and I could bypass the high price and enjoy all the benefits without digging into our budget.
Read MoreThermo Hot Springs. Thermo Hot Springs - UT, quad
The water was the perfect temperature; however, the algae made it less than ideal. I climbed into the tank but decided not to sit or stay.
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