 All over the country, more people are out hiking and biking. Running shoes and bike sales are way up. And while these activities were already big in Park City, our numbers are still up. So, where to go?
Because I live at Canyons Resort, heading up the ski runs seems a natural. So, at least once a week, I’ve been picking a different ski run to hike up. Summiting always feels like a victory. And the view is pretty swell. A few weeks ago, on a weekly summit outing, my husband and I were stopped by an “official.” We were told that the Park City side of the mountain was open for hiking and biking but the Canyons side was not. No one would be available to us if we needed help. He told us that he wouldn’t stop us this time, but to be careful and consider hiking the golf course before it opens at 8am. (Okay, that’s not going to happen.) We thanked him and continued up. Since then, there’s a new sign on the Canyons side that basically say, “Proceed at your own risk.” Guessing that’s what it took to make the lawyers happy. But we’re happy as well. And, if like us, you’d be happy to summit a ski run, here are a few things to consider:
We’ve been avoiding the trails and heading up and down the runs themselves. It’s steeper, but way less traffic. Oh, and if you’re hiking up the Canyons side, beware of flying golf balls at the bottom. Cheers to your next visit, Your Resort Resident
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 For those of us who hike Park City regularly, there’s something new on one of the trails. Goats. Lots of goats. Super cute, yes. But they also have a very clear purpose. Weed killing or, more accurately, weed eating. 4 Leaf Ranch, who owns the goats, hire out their animals to eat weeds, as well as to clear brush for fire breaks. It’s eco-friendly and highly effective. Oh, and damn cute. People are coming out with cameras and bringing their children to enjoy the view. It really is hard to walk past and not smile. Why are goats so great for the job? They choose to eat weeds 85% of the time. And they eat plants from the top down, so there’s much less spread of seed. So when they come through an area, the benefits can last 3 to 5 years.
Just one note. They ask that dogs be kept on leash around the goats. Dogs can cause the goats stress and change their eating habbets. Not much to ask, really. 4 Leaf Ranch says: “An added bonus is the smaller carbon footprint and the return of the best fertilizer you could buy. Another great by-product, their four chamber stomachs can process much more than grass, including plants and substances that would be toxic to other animals on your land. Those stomachs also help to prevent the spread of-of noxious weeds by reducing seed production and growth. Additionally, what seeds those goats do consume, do not pass back to your yard through their droppings. Break the cycle of that dreaded thistle!” The goats will be there for a few more days and I’m making it a point to hike past at least one more time. It just makes me smile. So worth it. Cheers to your next visit, Your Resort Resident  As you know, Park City has tons of options for outdoor Summer activities. Hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, golfing… About that golfing…
On my regular hikes (6 days a week) I noticed something new and different. Disc Golf holes. The holes are chains around a metal poles that serve as the holes for disc golf. And I started wondering. Does Park City have much to offer in the way ofdisc golf? It just has never been one of my things, so I’ve paid no attention. I quickly got my answer. And that answer is, YES. Two quick finds includes: Trailside Disc Golf Course “9-holes of unbelievable fun arranged on a sagebrush hillside at Trailside Park. Our natural mountain desert landscape offers a mix of longer downhill shots, uphill challenges, great exercise and gorgeous views of the Wasatch Back. Each hole has legit birdie potential for veteran players and the lack of tall obstacles makes it a great course for beginners. There aren’t many trees, but players should be cautious of wildlife, mountain bikers, midday winds and thick sagebrush outside of fairways. The course is playable year-round but disc tails are recommended during the winter months. Please follow signs and stay on established trails.” Canyons Resort | Professional Disc Golf Association “Mid-mountain, ski resort course. Play free with valid winter season pass - or gondola fee is $15/day for adults, 6 and under free. Confirm via web site or contact that the course is up and playable.” And if you’re up for a short drive there are a half dozen more options including: Creekside Park in Murry. “The park itself has become one of the gems of the Salt Lake City disc golf community, featuring an 18 hole course. The park has some beautiful big trees and is relatively flat aside from the hill on the west side, and there is the namesake creek that runs along the south edge of the park. It is one of the best disc golf courses around, and plays hosts to leagues and tournaments.” So, there you have it. One more great way to spend a day outside in the mountains. Cheers to your next visit, Your Resort Resident |
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