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Parking vs. Conservation

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An article in Utah’s Deseret News this week has highlighted some of the issues that Utah ski resorts, and by extension Utah skiers, are facing. As you likely know, Utah has the greatest snow on earth . While this is generally a good thing, it also can cause overcrowding on Utah ski slopes and make it so that parking in ski areas fills up quickly. Read the full article here . Essentially, the question posed is whether parking problems or conservation issues should be solved first for Utah’s most popular ski areas. Learn more about this and similar issues at the links below and by watching the videos: Resource A Resource B One of the best solutions to Utah’s crowded winter mountains is for skiers to take canyon transportation options, like shared Utah ski shuttle services , to Utah’s ski resorts. Doing so can significantly reduce Utah's parking and congestion issues for Utah skiers.

Let it Snow!

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The State of Utah has seen multiple generous snow storms over the last couple weeks. The mountains are now covered with a nice, thick layer of snow. Every Utah ski resort is open. The snowfall today has added to this beautiful environment for snow sport lovers. The forecast doesn't snow much more Utah snow over the next few days, but let's hope that we still end up having a white Christmas in the valleys as well as the mountains. Speaking of a white Utah Christmas, check out these videos that will make the holiday emotions and excitement run on high: Will you be traveling to Park City, Utah this holiday season? Make sure you book your travel arrangements with a reliable Utah ski shuttle business.

In Awe of Ski Jumping

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When asked about which super hero power one would want, many people say the power of flight. What is the closest thing to flying that humans can actually do (Not counting airplanes, of course)? One answer to that question is ski jumping. The ability that these athletes have to fly through the air for hundreds of feet is truly awe inspiring. Check out the breath taking ski jumping videos below. Next time you are skiing in Utah or Park City , you might get the chance to see athletes practicing skills like this. Especially if you are near some of the old Olympic venues. What skiing or winter sport event is the most inspiring to you? If you'll be traveling to Park City to check out some of the old Olympic venues , consider riding with a Park City shuttle service . You'll want to choose one that knows how to get to Utah ski resorts .