A very merry Christmas!

The snowfall has eased off in the past couple of days, after a string of powder days from Sunday thru Friday, giving us the opportunity to see the sun again--a welcome change considering the cold temperatures we've had over the past few days.

Christmas was a blustery, snowy day with almost no one on the slopes. The Christmas revelers came out in force over the past couple of days, but the snow is great and the lines have moved quickly as both Snowbasin and Powder Mountain opened more terrain as of today, with both mountains pretty well completely open now.

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Too much Powder....No time to post!

On the left was the view from Becker chair this morning--you can see that the 16" of new snow that fell during the day yesterday had been enjoyed, by the number of tracks on Centennial at 10AM. But deep, untracked powder was abundant and at times, problematic, as I'd made the mistake of leaving my Burton Fish at home, not realizing how deep it was going to be again today!

Though the Christmas visitors are in evidence, there are still plenty of lines that haven't been touched.

Let's hope the Christmas storm is as good as this last one was and, while you've got your feet up enjoying those football games and letting that Christmas dinner digest, it's a great time to check out Utah Resort Reservations' lodging options for Snowbasin and Powder Mountain visitors. In fact, calls will be answered on Christmas Day if you call (888)-748-UTAH and I've finished enjoying my powder present. And if I miss your call, please leave a message!

They're calling it a hyperactive jet stream!

After a day or two of partly cloudy skies, earlier in the week, we're back on the storm path--last night's weather report was using the term "hyperactive jet stream" to describe the storm pattern bringing moisture from off the west coast and dumping snow on the Wasatch front. Whatever it may be, bring it on! Snowbasin and Powder Mountain were hit the hardest yesterday, with 10" of snow reported in the past 24 hours on this morning's Ski Utah report.

Powder Mountain opened more terrain yesterday, having opened Sundown lift for night skiing earlier this week, and will hopefully have the whole mountain open with the storms predicted to continue over the next 7-10 days.

Ever notice how difficult it is to get motivated to take off your gloves and pull a camera out of your pocket when it's blowing snow at a 45 degree angle and you're anticipating a powder run?!?

This storm pattern has got folks picking up their phones, calling Utah Resort Reservations to book their lodging for a Powder Mountain and Snowbasin ski/'boarding trip. Call (888)-748-UTAH to make your arrangements and Come Stay and Play in Utah!!!

Powder, Powder Everywhere

Didn't even have to look at the Ski Utah report this morning....the deck railing report was 6" when I looked out the window.

Yesterday was my first day up at Snowbasin this season and what an incredible start to the season. Though conditions were cold, it made for perfect snow and the 'Basin has gone from barely being open to phenomenal conditions, in the course of two storms.

More snow is on the way, and Powder Mountain opened for night-skiing yesterday afternoon with more terrain hopefully opening soon.

Derek and "Big Wave" Dave Johnson advanced the sport of stand-up paddling to a new level on Monday. Though Strawberry has not officially opened yet this season, that didn't stop the guys from taking a run through the untracked snow there, and the paddles came in handy when they got to the bottom and still had to traverse some flat ground to get to where the car was parked off of Trappers Loop. I think they should submit these shots to Surfer magazine and show those stand-up paddlers in Hawaii how it's really done!

8" Snowfall at Snowbasin Today

The first true winter storm swept across northern Utah today, leaving 8+" of fresh snow in its wake at Snowbasin. More snow is predicted overnite, as well as on and off over the course of the next week....."unsettled weather" is what they call it on the evening news. However, I think that for many of us, we have more of a sense of calm, with things being as they should be, than we've had for the past month!

Powder Mountain still hasn't opened, but this unsettled weather pattern is predicted to continue, so hopefully it won't be long until it does.

Snowbasin and Wolf Mountain now open!

With the weather turning cold enough to accommodate snow-making efforts at both Wolf Mountain and Snowbasin, both resorts opened over the weekend.

Though I'm still recovering from the welcome-back-to-Utah cold I've had since Thanksgiving, the snow in the weather forecast is bound to get me out there soon. Meanwhile, I'm up to working and am available to help you with lodging reservations for your visit to northern Utah's skiing/boarding playgrounds at Powder Mountain, Snowbasin, and Wolf Mountain. Call Utah Resort Reservations and make plans to Come Stay and Play in Utah!

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Unpowder Report

Looks like those of us who have family members who are seasonal employees of Snowbasin or Powder Mountain can at least be grateful for the fact that we'll be able to relax and enjoy Thanksgiving Day in the company of our loved ones, though the postponed opening of both resorts for lack of snow is an overriding disappointment.

Snowbasin rescheduled opening day to Friday, December 5, while Powder Mountain is awaiting Mother Nature's change of mood--from good to bad, or vice versa, depending on your viewpoint....

Be prepared to enjoy Utah's famous snow at Powder Mountain and Snowbasin, as well as the beauty of winter in the pristine upper Ogden Valley, by letting Utah Resort Reservations help with lodging arrangements for your visit.

Stay tuned for updates and have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Early November Storms Hold Promise for Late November Opening at Snowbasin

Those October snowfalls seemed to be nothing more than a tease when followed by so many warm days, which were appreciated only by my friends Peg and Pete who were trying to avoid filling their propane tank in anticipation of the natural gas line to their Ogden Valley home being completed! Now that they made the sacrifice of buying enough propane to tide them open, the heavens can open and let that snow fall.

Snowbasin is not posting the snowfall totals on their website yet, so you'll have to make your own best guess based on these pictures from their webcams; but if Mother Nature will continue to cooperate, we should be on our way to a wonderful Thanksgiving Day opening.....now that's something to be grateful for!!!

Powder Mountain and Snowbasin Garner Top Ratings in 2008 SKI Magazine Resort Guide

You, the people, have given your input in the "Top 50 Resorts Guide", in this month's edition of SKI Magazine, and both Snowbasin and Powder Mountain have received much-deserved accolades again this year! Powder Mountain ranks #1 for Value and #3 for Snow while Snowbasin ranks #1 for Lifts, #2 for On-mountain Food, #3 for Service, and #30 Overall!!!


Our northern Utah ski resorts are coming up on the radar screen with more folks--especially those who enjoy beautiful vistas, uncrowded slopes, reasonable prices for lodging and lift tickets, and the unique character of the Ogden Valley towns of Eden, Liberty, and Huntsville.


Let Utah Resort Reservations help with your lodging reservations when you come do your own market research this winter. Call (888)-748-UTAH or e-mail to info@UtahResortReservations.com for personalized service and honest information about your Snowbasin and Powder Mountain lodging options.

Another storm hits northern Utah resorts at Powder Mountain and Snowbasin!

Another big storm swept across northern Utah this past weekend and these pictures, taken by Julie and "Big Wave Dave" Johnson on Sunday morning, are reminiscent of last January......check out the accumulation on the lower branches of this evergreen!

Though no snowfall reports were posted on the websites for Ski Utah, Snowbasin, or Powder Mountain, the webcams for the resorts still show nice coverage today, and it sure looks like it must be close to a foot on the lower branches of this tree.

Don't forget that early season lodging rates are in effect for most properties until mid-December and, while the holidays are booking up quickly, Utah Resort Reservations will help you find lodging that suits your style and pocketbook whenever you decide to come indulge yourself in Utah's signature powder at Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, or Wolf Creek Utah ski resorts. Call us at (801)745-UTAH or (888)-748-UTAH. Come Stay and Play in Utah!!!

Early fall storm holds promise for great Utah skiing at Powder Mountain and Snowbasin!

It may be hard to say good-bye to the last of the warm weather, but the snowfall this weekend was a welcome sight to powder lovers! I have to credit good friends and riding buddies, Julie and Dave Johnson, with providing these pictures, as I'm working from Hawaii at the moment--helping my husband get our mango crop to market, in between assisting guests with lodging reservations for Snowbasin and Powder Mountain.

Despite the present economy, reservations are brisk for the coming winter season, particularly around the holidays. Let Utah Resort Reservations assist with your lodging arrangements as you plan your visit to northern Utah's Ogden Valley. Call (888)-748-UTAH anytime between 10AM and 10PM Mountain time for knowledgeable, personalized service.

Powder Mountain/Snowbasin Powder Report to arrive with the snow!!!

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