DEAR FRIENDS It was a good winter in Alta, and although our snowfall was 20 per- cent below average, most ar- eas would be excited to have a 432-inch season snowfall. We had new guests migrate to Alta and Alta Lodge, and we welcomed them to the pleasure of staying with us and Alta. April 1 brought us a surprise “April Fool’s Day” powder storm that many said was their best Alta’s Traditional Mountain Lodge ski day of the season. The summer Volume 1, Issue 9, 2014-2015 wildflowers have been beautiful this News year, and the monsoon rains have kept Alta green through August and September. On the morning of Au- gust 23, we awoke to a surprise— Alta Skiing Alta’s upper slopes had received a coat of new snow, and Mt. Baldy was gleaming white in the morning sun. Just a little taste of the kind of Alta Gets Better? weather that we are already looking Alta is known for its thrilling terrain and deep powder snow – that’s no big secret. But did you know that forward to for the winter! Alta is also a great place to learn? It’s not just the exceptional snow quality, beautiful scenery and the Alf Engen – 25% of the trails at Alta are actually rated as beginner runs, and 40% intermediate. - Mimi, Marcus The beginner slopes and Sunnyside in Albion Basin are ideal for children and adults learning to & the Alta Lodge Family ski, with the ski school conveniently located next to the Albion Day Lodge. Once beginner skiers have gained confidence with their skiing skills and are ready for more challenging slopes, perfect intermediate runs are SPECIAL EVENT: found from the Sugarloaf and JiM STeenbURgh Supreme lifts. book Signing But how could Alta skiing DeceMbeR 12 get better? New this season for the Collins area is a re- Alta Lodge guests will have an op- vamped Corkscrew run that portunity to hear author Jim Steen- will have a much wider and burgh talk about his recently published more consistent slope from book, Secrets of the greatest Snow top to bottom. The project on earth: Weather, Climate Change, went through Forest Ser- and Finding Deep Powder in ’s vice NEPA analysis, which Wasatch Mountains and Around the August 23, 2014: Morning snowfall in Alta, and took 18 months. The State World. Steenburgh is professor of at- the new Corkscrew run is coming along nicely of Utah is actively engaged mospheric science at the University of in reclamation of aban- Utah. An avid backcountry and resort doned mines, and Water is engaged with efforts to ensure the water quality from the skier, and creator of the popular blog Little Cottonwood watershed. According to Alta Ski Area General Manager Onno Wieringa, “This Wasatch Weather Weenies, Jim is a project is a three-way win for all agencies and will hopefully be a nice improvement for Alta skiers, in- leading authority on mountain weather termediates and experts alike.” He added, “We are excited about the outcome of having Corkscrew and snowstorms, and led the award- to become a more skier-friendly run, all or part of the Rustler cat track being able to be snowed in winning numerical weather prediction by mid-winter, and about the reclamation of the Nina’s Curve erosion gully with the overburden pile team for the 2002 Salt Lake Olympic that used to sit between Corkscrew and Nina’s Curve.” Winter Games. His research on snow, winter storms, and forecasting has The big news for expert skiers is what Onno mentioned – once the cat road fills in with snow, High been featured by The Weather Chan- Rustler will no longer be traversed by two cat tracks, giving skiers one long sustained fall line run nel, New York Times, USA Today, and from the top of “High Boy” to the Collins base. We’re excited about the changes and we think these Salt Lake Tribune. Books will be avail- improvements are going to be welcomed by all Alta skiers. able for purchase at this event.

Alta’s Traditional Mountain Lodge altalodge.com • Reservations: 800-707-2582 • 801-742-3500 • Alta, Utah ALTA IS FOR WOMEN WHO SKI! Some of our most popular ski adventures have skiers, and if you’re an advanced to expert skier, been the Alta Lodge women’s camps, developed we also have a women’s camp especially for you. with Alta Ski Area as a way for women to combine “Many women come back each season for the their passion for Alta skiing with a fun getaway camps, and we are at a point where a lot of them with the girls. Women have had such a great time are now ready for our advanced to expert ski at these camps that many of them come back ev- camp,” says Jen Scott, Special Programs Man- ery year with girlfriends or family. We have two ager for Alta Ski School. camps scheduled for intermediate to advanced WOMEN’S SKI CAMPS Friends of Alta, a 501(c)(3) non- FOR INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED SKIERS profit, is Alta’s local land trust. The JANUARY 22-26, 2015 & MARCH 8-12, 2015 organization proactively acquires Now in its eighth season, this popular ski camp grows every year with enthusiastic women skiers undeveloped privately owned land from across the country and around the world. Instructors from Alta’s Alf Engen Ski School share the in Albion Basin for the preservation secrets of skiing Alta’s legendary terrain and snow. Camaraderie in the Lodge includes après ski at the of open space to protect the vital Sitzmark Club and group dining. The camp is for intermediate to advanced skiers. Our January camp watershed, wildlife habitat and sce- always fi lls up before ski season begins. The March camp is a great time for spring skiing and longer nic views. daylight hours. Consider coming early to acclimate or staying longer for extra ski days. Friends of Alta also works to “ I thought the instruction was exceptional. All instructors were friendly, enthusiastic, supportive preserve the integrity of the Town and fun to be around.” –Martha F. of Alta’s zoning regulations in an effort to protect Alta’s prized land- INCLUDES: • four nights lodging, full breakfast and dinner daily scape and watershed. In Febru- • three days of ski instruction and lift passes ary 2014, FOA filed suit against • performance demo and boots the Utah Division of Water Rights • tax and Lodge service charge • yoga class (optional) State Engineer, over his deci- ARRIVE: January 22 / March 8 sion to transfer downstream water rights upstream—a decision that if DEPART: January 26 / March 12 left unchallenged could jeopardize JANUARY RATES: $2,390 per person, double occupancy the precious open spaces of Albion $3,011 single occupancy

Basin. MARCH RATES: Nick Rice As part of their Summer Stew- $2,282 per person, double occupancy $2,870 single occupancy ardship Program, FOA and part- PHOTO: Slope-facing and economy rooms are also available. ners remove invasive plant spe- cies to protect Alta’s spectacular wildflowers and native vegetation. FOR ADVANCED TO EXPERT SKIERS Other stewardship efforts include FEBRUARY 8-12, 2015 restoration of native vegetation Are you ready to take your skiing to the next along with tree and seedling plant- level and ski more of Alta’s famous terrain with ings. As part of an ongoing ecologi- increased confi dence and fl ow? This camp is for cal assessment effort, FOA began advanced women skiers who: a baseline survey of the breeding bird population in Alta this summer. • are already comfortable on all black runs, in most The “Bill Levitt Fellow,” Katie Vitti, snow conditions has been tirelessly pulling invasive • enjoy venturing off- and into more advanced

plant species as well as serving as steeps and moguls Nick Rice a host for visitors to Albion Basin, • have the fi tness level that allows for a full day of

providing information on the local skiing PHOTO: environment and best practices for • enjoy the camaraderie of other dedicated female ARRIVE: February 8 recreating in the watershed. skiers DEPART: February 12 A donation to FOA is an invest- Our top women guides will coach you for 3 days RATES: ment in Alta’s future. For more in- of challenge and fun in this smaller group setting. $2,282 per person, double occupancy, standard room formation and news, or to make a $2,870 single occupancy INCLUDES: tax-deductible donation, please • four nights lodging, full breakfast and dinner daily Slope-facing and economy rooms are also available. talk with Mimi Levitt or visit: • three days of ski coaching and lift passes friendsofalta.org. • performance demo skis and boots • tax and Lodge service charge

Alta’s Traditional Mountain Lodge Alta’s Traditional Mountain Lodge Slope-facing andeconomyroomsarealsoavailable. • $2,938singleoccupancy • $2,315perperson,doubleoccupancy M & FEBRUARY • $2,324singleoccupancy • $1,998perperson,doubleoccupancy DECEMBER RAT DEPART: D ARRIVE: D • yogaclass(optional) • taxandLodgeservicecharge • performancedemoskisandboots • drylandtrainingsessions • threedaysskicoachingandliftpasses • fournightslodging,fullbreakfastanddinnerdaily INCLUDES: best the attain to • how understanding • while hill the attack to shape turn using • learning how to use your skis in varying • skiing an entire line without interruption for conditions and terrain • the reading satility. Goalsinclude: ver- and confidence all-mountain builds coachingsystem an innovative that tion toeachskier. atten- forindividual participants, allows small groupratio,twocoachesfor eight land training for better skiing fitness. The off thehillaswell,instructingthemindry skiers tocoaching approach gressive expert terrain. The camptakesapro- on techniques ski tacticsand mountain their all- Bywaters, skierssharpen Collin and Dr. ski coachesStephenHelfenbein to anewlevel.Ledby experience skiing expert levelskierswhowanttotaketheir PERFORMANCE SKI CAMPS skiing fitness maintaining speedcontrol snow conditions ideal lineselection Stephen and Collin have developed havedeveloped Stephen andCollin These campsareforadvanced-to- FEBRUARY 22-26,2015 DECEMBER 7-11,2014 MARCH 22-26,2015 ecember 7/February22/March ecember 11 /February26March ARCH RAT ES: ES:

combines lodging andmealsat Alta Lodge, off- in itsthirteenthseason, thissuccessfulprogram to exploreitall, If youhavediscoveredthatparadise andwant “ “ JANUARY 10-15,2015 POWDER TRACKSS talodge.com “Ski Adventures” toviewavideoof to acclimate.Want moreinformation?Visit al- snow. Fitness:shouldexerciseroutinely. should beabletoskiorsnowboardonungroomed ratio is1:3. Ability Level:intermediatetoexpert; conditions willdetermineroutes. Guide to client skills, anddownhilltechniques.Weather andsnow climbing efficient selection, route safe rescue, con well asinstructiononavalancheawareness,bea- includes three guided daysinthebackcountry, as and bootsarealsoavailabletorent. The program skins skis orsplitboard,climbing touring provided; Backcountry pack,beacon,probeandshovelare Wasatch, basedfromthecomfortof the Lodge. ski tourer, theseclinicsoffer guidedtouringinthe are newtothebackcountryoranexperienced snow ofLittleCottonwoodCanyon.Whetheryou backcountry skillsandexperiencethelegendary are aimedtowardthosewhowanttobuildtheir point fortwobackcountryclinics. These clinics Mountain Adventures, Alta Lodgeisthelaunch intheworld.WithguidesfromUtah best andmostaccessiblebackcountryskiing BACKCOUNTRY SKIING&SNOWBOARDINGCLINIC JANUARY 4-8,2015 several notches!” Fabulous instructorandmyskiingmovedup snow.” Instructors wereexcellent—onandoff the these programsandtakeyourskiingtoanewlevel. Alf Alta’s from experts of coaching the and camaraderie, and meals, lodging, the experiences forskiers.Whatsetsthemapartfromotherskiareaprogramsare since thenhavedevelopedanumberofdifferent programs,eachaddingunique daydreamed aboutit!We started withP SKI Alta is known as a powder skier’s paradise. paradise. skier’s powder a as known is Alta Consider coming a day or two before the clinic Consider comingadayortwobeforetheclinic The Wasatch Mountainsprovidesomeofthe Chances areyouhavebeenpartofoneourSki Adventures… oratleast E ngen SkiSchoolorUtahMountain Adventures. Immerseyourselfinoneof

–Denise T. P owder Tracks canhelp. –JoanR. A & MARCH29-APRIL2,2015 DVENTURES N ow ow PHOTO: Gregg Davis Slope-facing andeconomy roomsarealsoavailable. $ 3,700singleoccupancy $ 2,949perperson,doubleoccupancy RAT ARRIVE: January10DEPART: January15 • yogaclass(optional) • taxandLodgeservicecharge • performancedemoskisandboots • fourdaysofinstructionandliftpasses • fivenightslodging,fullbreakfastanddinnerdaily INCLUDES: Slope-facing andeconomyroomsarealsoavailable. $2,681 singleoccupancy $2,093 perperson,doubleoccupancy RAT DEPART: January8/ April 2 ARRIVE: January4/March29 • yogaclass(optional) • taxandLodgeservicecharge • threeguideddaysinthebackcountrywithinstruction • lunchonbackcountrydays • fournightslodging,fullbreakfastanddinnerdaily INCLUDES: see agearlistanditinerary. backcountry skiingintheWasatch Mountainsandto ski anddinner. level skiers. The groupmeetsforbreakfast,après tain. The clinicisforintermediateandadvanced days buildingtheirskillsandexploringthemoun- ductions andorientation,thenspendthenextfour meet theeveningbeforeclinicbeginsforintro- powder skisfromtheD Alta’s legendary terrain, and demos of the newest trail skiinstructionfrom Alf E owder Tracks twelveyearsago,and ES: ES: KI eep CLINIC P owder House. Skiers owder House.Skiers ngen Ski School in ngen SkiSchoolin

PHOTO: Tyson Bradley MORE SKI ADVENTURES CHEF’S If you would like to try additional ski adventures on your own, our Reservations staff or Manager on Duty can assist you with making arrangements. CORNER Ski adventures are always dependent on weather and snow conditions! This is a dish for all seasons. We intro- INTERCONNECT TOUR duced it last winter as a breakfast special, SNOW CAT SKIING Ski Utah offers the advanced skier a unique op- and it quickly became a favorite ski fuel. Alta Ski Area offers a unique skiing adventure portunity to ski as many as five resorts in a single This summer it debuted on our Sunday of guided off-trail skiing on those superb pow- day. Guides lead skiers through the spectacular Brunch, and was equally popular with der days in Grizzly Gulch Bowl, located above backcountry of the Wasatch mountain range as hikers, bikers and Sunday-paper-read- Alta. A special snowcat with heated cabin takes well as several runs in the ski resorts. A four-area ing loungers. It has become a frequent skiers to an elevation of 10,500 feet. Your play- tour begins at Snowbird and includes Snowbird, recipe request year round. This strata is ground is 375 acres of incredible bowl skiing, Alta, Brighton and Solitude. This tour is not for the a hearty, yet delicate bread pudding with dropping to an elevation of 9,000 feet. Prices faint of heart! The trip requires some walking and kale, yams, and whatever bread you have are $325 per person for five runs. Call Alta’s Alf traversing, and the ability to ski in off-trail snow on hand. We use sourdough rolls that Engen Ski School at 801-799-2271 for informa- conditions. The tour operates from mid-Decem- absorb the delicious custard. Our Sous- tion and reservations; or visit alta.com. ber through mid-April, conditions and weather per- Chef Dan Scott is obsessed with this dish. mitting. More information: skiutah.com This is his favorite version.

YAM AnD kALe STRATA WASATCH INgReDIeNTS: POWDERBIRD UTAH MOUNTAIN 6 cups of bread cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1/2 quart Béchamel sauce, chilled (see GUIDES ADVENTURES ingredients below) Experience the dream of a lifetime with Experienced ski and mountain guides are 4-5 medium eggs, whipped helicopter skiing and snowboarding in the available for alpine ski tours in Utah’s spectacu- 1-2 yams peeled, diced, cooked in boil- scenic backcountry of the Wasatch Moun- lar backcountry or for climbing the frozen wa- ing water until soft; chill tain range. Prices vary depending on time of terfalls of the Wasatch. Instruction and guided 1 T chopped garlic year and number of skiers. More information: activities are offered to individuals and groups 1/2 medium yellow onion thinly sliced powderbird.com of all levels of physical ability. More information: 1-2 bunches kale thinly sliced without utahmountainadventures.com the stalk 1 ½ c grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese EMPLOYEE PROFILE: GREGG DAVIS béchAMeL SAUce: His top three passions are skiing, mountain biking and wine, and he and Sheridan pursue 1/2 qt heavy cream those activities all over the world. They’ve skied 1/2 c roux: 1/4 c flour combined with 1/4 in April in Alaska, and on the volcanoes in Ore- c melted unsalted butter, pinch of ground gon. They combine mountain biking and Shake- clove, pinch of salt speare festivals, in Ashland, Oregon in the Bring cream, salt, and clove to simmer spring and Cedar City, Utah in the fall. Gregg and thicken with roux until thick like paste. says that in three years he and Sheridan will Reduce heat and stir constantly for 1 have completed the full canon, having seen all minute. Remove from heat and cool. of Shakespeare’s plays. To do “research work” Preheat oven to 325 degrees for the dining room wine selection, they have gone to different wine producing regions in the Sautée garlic, onions, and kale until , New Zealand and South Africa. cooked thoroughly; cool. Combine all As it happens with so many people, Gregg Next year they’ll check out Malbecs in Chile and ingredients in a large mixing bowl, re- and his wife Sheridan came for “one season” Argentina. Gregg also learned to scuba dive serving ¾ cup of cheese for the topping. in Alta. It was the winter of 2001-2002, and in 2011, which has led to annual dive trips to Place mixture into a greased 12”x10” 2” after that first season, they came to the real- Mexico in May. “Wildflowers are the best part pan. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. ization it was time for a lifestyle change. They of summer in Alta,” says Gregg, and he is on a Cook for 30 to 40 minutes until the top is sold their 1854 farmhouse in Vermont, moved mission to identify as many as possible, guided golden brown. Allow to rest for five min- to Utah and found jobs in Alta. Gregg has by the Flora of the Wasatch app. It’s a great way utes before cutting. worked at Alta Lodge since 2002, and has of life, due in part to standby airline benefits and been Dining Room Manager since 2004. He a caretaking residence at Alta, as well as the –CHEF Sam Wolfe brought with him extensive experience run- pleasure of working at Alta Lodge. ning restaurants in Michigan and Vermont.

altalodge.com • Reservations: 800-707-2582 • 801-742-3500 • Alta, Utah NAOMI WAIN SUMMER in ALTA ALTA LEGEND We love summers in Alta! With over 200 varieties of wildflowers, mountain lakes, starry nights and beautiful days, what’s not to like? The mountains surrounding Alta pro- vide a vast array of trails and numerous spots for rock climbing, either on your own or with a guide. Ambitious mountain bikers have access to challenging terrain, and road bikers test their strength with a steady climb up Little Cottonwood Canyon. Alta Lodge is the perfect overnight summer lodging in Alta, whether for Scott Lommele a wedding or a conference, or just to unwind from a busy summer and catch up on reading PHOTO: or take a hike.

CONFERENCES, MEETINGS & RETREATS If you are a regular Alta Lodge Imagine your next meeting in a moun- treat including meals, meeting space and guest, chances are you have met tain setting with natural light, fresh air and lodging. We can arrange for guided ac- Naomi Wain. Naomi lives in Santa incredible views. We host nonprofits, aca- tivities such as hiking, photography, rock Barbara and comes to Alta every demic institutions, national and local busi- climbing and yoga. Our attention to detail month of the ski season, for two nesses, seminars and more, with group and the beautiful location make Alta Lodge weeks at a time. Naomi discovered sizes from 10 to 80 people. Groups can an ideal place for meetings and retreats skiing at the age of 40, and she was book the entire lodge for an exclusive re- from June through October. instantly hooked. Her love for skiing led her to Alta to learn how to ski pow- der with the famed instructor Eddie Morris. When her husband Jack was busy working, he encouraged her to venture to Alta Lodge on her own, WEDDINGS saying, “You are never really alone Beautiful weddings in a spectacular when you stay at Alta Lodge”. Jack mountain setting are especially roman- was also a dedicated skier, and they tic and unforgettable at Alta Lodge. The both participated in the NASTAR ski intimate and private setting, combined racing competition. Naomi pursued with easy access from Salt Lake City In- NASTAR racing through the age of ternational Airport, make the Lodge an 90. At the NASTAR National Champi- easy choice for weddings. A Friday night onships in 2012, Olympic gold med- rehearsal dinner, Saturday lunch, and alist Picabo Street presented Naomi Sunday Brunch are great additions for a with the Pauline Arias award, for “the festive weekend. Our on-site wedding co- senior lady who exemplifies the love ordinator helps plan and host the rehears- and passion Pauline had for NAS- al dinner, ceremony and reception from TAR racing.” Naomi says, “If a course start to finish. A complimentary wedding opens on the Alta Race Hill any Fri- night stay is included for the bride and day or Saturday, I’ll be there—but it groom, and special lodging rates apply for needs good snow. The one time this wedding guests.

year I turned up when it was open, Erin Kate only those under 10 years old were

allowed. Perhaps next season I can PRIVATE PARTIES PHOTO: try again!” Most mornings, Naomi is Alta Lodge customizes every private in line at 9:15 am when the Collins party to the needs of the event. Family lift opens—and she is frequently on reunions, business dinners, wine pairing For weddings, meetings, the first chair. Last season she skied dinners, and engagement and anniversary and private parties, 53 days, took 256 lift rides and skied parties are just some of the private events : 370,039 vertical feet. 2014-2015 will hosted at the Lodge. If you have a special Contact mark 50 years that Naomi has been event coming up, our dining, service and Rosie O’Grady staying with us at Alta Lodge, and it setting will make it memorable. at 801-742-3500 always brightens our day to see Nao- mi walk through the door. or [email protected].

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