When I was 6 years old, my Dad took me on a trip to watch a group of people go paragliding. It was the most wondrous thing I had ever beheld: They were flying. They weren't falling, rocketing, jetting or floating
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Today marks the 2nd Annual Canada Day with a Picnic in the Par, including activities, food and fun. The celebration is at Kiwanis Park in Provo from 4 p.m.-dark. Hot dogs, drinks and desserts will be provided. Bring your own meat, etc., if you wish. Grilling will be provided. Games included lawn hockey, lacrosse and inflatables for the kids. A program, "O'Canada" |
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Hobble Creek Golf Course in Springville provides an atmosphere like none other in Utah County golf. Situated in a tree-lined habitat in Hobble Creek canyon, the golf course offers scenic views of the canyon, has a stream that meanders through the course and is always in very good condition. It is truly a first-rate city run golf course with green
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It’s no wonder mountain biking’s popularity has exploded in recent years: Not only does the sport offer roller coaster-type excitement and opportunities to view amazing scenery, but it’s also a great way to ditch the gym and get in shape.
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My alarm went off at 4:09 a.m. Saturday. I was awake to hear it go off. In fact, I'd spent the whole night peeking out from under the sheets watching the hotel's clock turn from one minute to the next, hour after hour. At about 1 a.m., I stopped worrying about the marathon — I stopped thinking about how the
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Vivid reds and oranges saturate the rocky canyon walls and a vibrant green ribbon snakes the landscape far below. The height is dizzying. The view is dazzling. Dead Horse Point State Park offers one of the most spectacular views in the Moab region. The park's main overlook sits at 6,000 feet above sea level, the Colorado River winds 2,000 feet
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Behind me, small, rocky hills rose from the landscape. Behind them the snow-covered Promontory Mountains jutted into the sky. In front of me, I could see many of the Great Salt Lake's islands seemingly floating on the water. I stood on a rock sculpture that spiraled around me and back to the mainland. Miles — my border collie hound mix
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Adventure Awaits!
As the weather warms up, many of us find ourselves outside more and more. Here at UtahAdventurer, we look at Utah as our playground and Mother Nature as our referee. We invite you to join in the fun, visit your favorite spots around the state, and of course, let us help you find some new ones. As always, keep checking back for contests and prizes plus tips, advice and great ideas for your next Utah adventure. We welcome your comments, ideas and questions. Just send us an email or post a question on the forums. See you out on the trail, in the water, or even in the air! Jessica Eyre
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