# outdoor & recreation (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover outdoor & recreation. Page: Feed: --- ## [Colorado’s fall outlook fuels hope for early-season snowfall as El Nino strengthens across the High Country](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-fall-early-season-snow-el-nino/) _2026-08-25 · Andrea Teres-Martinez Follow ateres-martinez@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Colorado's Western Slope ski towns are wrapping up the month of August with sunny skies and thunderstorms, as fall forecasts bring hope of earlier-than-normal snowfall. ## [Summer samplings uncover no new zebra mussels in Colorado River system, but the battle wages on](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-river-zebra-mussels/) _2026-08-25 · Ali Longwell Follow alongwell@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ After 2025 saw a flurry of zebra mussel detections in the Colorado River system, Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s weekly sampling this summer has led to zero new discoveries of the invasive species. This does not... ## [Coloradans are turning lights off to protect birds as more than 5 million fly over the state some nights amid fall migration](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-mountains-bird-fall-migration/) _2026-08-25 · Ryan Spencer Follow rspencer@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ As millions of birds start to head south for the winter, Coloradans are turning off outdoor lights to help darken the path for these nocturnal migrators. Every year, billions of birds migrate south in the... ## [Smart Bellies to host Birthday Bash fundraiser in Frisco this Friday](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/smart-bellies-to-host-birthday-bash-fundraiser-in-frisco-this-friday/) _2026-08-25 · Summit Daily staff report Follow news@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Smart Bellies will celebrate eight years of serving local children with its annual Birthday Bash fundraiser Friday, Aug. 28, at 10 Mile Music Hall in Frisco. The 21-and-older event will feature food from local restaurants,... ## [HogFest to bring bacon, bourbon and live music to Breckenridge](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/hogfest-to-bring-bacon-bourbon-and-live-music-to-breckenridge/) _2026-08-25 · Summit Daily staff report Follow news@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Next weekend, Hogfest will return to Breckenridge, bringing three days of food, drinks and special events to Main Street Station and the Village at Breckenridge. Along with plentiful bacon and bourbon, the festival will feature... ## [Obituary: Kim Clark](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/obituaries/obituary-kim-clark/) _2026-08-25 · Summit Daily_ February 16, 1967 – August 10, 2026 Kim Clark believed life was meant to be shared. She inspired others to embrace adventure, discover their own capabilities, and find joy in the journey. An accomplished ICU... ## [Breckenridge’s best boozeless sips: A guide to mocktails in Summit County’s busiest mountain town](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/breckenridges-best-boozeless-sips-a-guide-to-mocktails-in-summit-countys-busiest-mountain-town/) _2026-08-25 · Eili Wright Follow ewright@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ For folks in the mountains, beverages serve a purpose. Morning coffee gives a buzz, energy drinks or electrolytes beef up an afternoon workout, then beer, a cocktail or wine feels like a great way to... ## [Colorado dodges water cuts for next 2 years in new federal plan for Colorado River](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-water-cuts-federal-plan-river/) _2026-08-25 · Ali Longwell Follow alongwell@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ As the entire Colorado River basin grapples with the effects of drought and shrinking supplies, the three Lower Basin states will carry the brunt of water use cuts over the next two years, prompting a... ## [Colorado lawmakers make bipartisan call for Trump to grant federal aid for wildfires after previous denials](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-lawmakers-bipartisan-trump-grant-federal-aid-wildfires/) _2026-08-25 · Ryan Spencer Follow rspencer@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Colorado Gov. Jared Polis is requesting a major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, just months after the administration denied similar requests for disaster recovery aid. The state’s entire... ## [Summit Board of Education poised to vote on $5.9 million property tax increase for November ballot](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/summit-board-of-education-poised-to-vote-on-5-9-million-property-tax-increase-for-november-ballot/) _2026-08-25 · Allison Moore Follow amoore@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Summit School District officials are tweaking the language of a proposed $5.9 million mill levy override before the Board of Education likely decides Thursday whether to put the property tax increase before voters this November. ... ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g90cmdlIgxAu) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Colin Hilton, longtime Utah Olympics leader, dies at home](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/colin-hilton-longtime-utah-olympics-leader-dies-at-home/) _2026-08-22 · Jay Hamburger · Park Record_ Colin Hilton, an influential figure in winter sports in Utah for decades, died on Friday at home, the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation said on Saturday. Hilton was 58 and the president and CEO of the foundation. A cause of death was not released. The foundation oversees the Utah Olympic Park, the Soldier Hollow Nordic Center \[…\] The post Colin Hilton, longtime Utah Olympics leader, dies at home… ## [Colorado awarded $44 million to improve railroad safety across Western Slope](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-awarded-44-million-improve-railroad-safety-western-slope/) _2026-08-22 · Ryan Spencer Follow rspencer@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Colorado has been selected to receive a $44 million Federal Railroad Administration grant to improve rail safety through the mountains. Gov. Jared Polis and the Colorado Department of Transportation announced in a news release on... ## [Public celebration of life announced for Trygve Berge, co-founder of Breckenridge Ski Area](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/public-celebration-of-life-announced-for-trygve-berge-co-founder-of-breckenridge-ski-area/) _2026-08-22 · Summit Daily staff report Follow news@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ On Saturday, Sept. 12, the family of Trygve Berge will be hosting a public celebration of life to honor his “remarkable life” and contributions to the Summit County community. Berge, co-founder of Breckenridge Ski Area... ## [Summit mountain bike team searching for volunteers for Frisco Bay Invitational](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/summit-mountain-bike-team-searching-for-volunteers-for-frisco-bay-invitational/) _2026-08-22 · Summit Daily staff report Follow news@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ The Summit Tigers mountain bike team is searching for volunteers to help manage its first race of the 2026 season. The Frisco Bay Invitational, which is put on by the Colorado High School Cycling League,... ## [With a new head coach, Summit High football hopes 2026 will turn around previous years’ losing record](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/with-a-new-head-coach-summit-high-football-hopes-2026-will-turn-around-previous-years-losing-record/) _2026-08-22 · Jessica Sachs Follow jsachs@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ After closing the 2025 season with a record of 1-9, the Summit High School football team is looking to turn things around for 2026, bringing in a new head coach and fielding talent both new... ## [Drought worsens in Colorado and across the West amid ‘lackluster monsoon’](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-drought-worsens/) _2026-08-22 · Ryan Spencer Follow rspencer@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Drought conditions continue to expand across Colorado and the West as forecasters predict above-average temperatures for at least the next two weeks. An Aug. 20 drought status update from the National Integrated Drought Information System... ## [Mountain Wheels: Mustang’s EV reinvention continues its stylistic journey](https://www.summitdaily.com/opinion/mountain-wheels-mustangs-ev-reinvention-continues-its-stylistic-journey/) _2026-08-22 · Andy Stonehouse Follow summitmountainwheels@gmail.com · Summit Daily_ The ever-changing automotive world continues to throw out a few surprises, even among its most old-school members. Just as we were spending a bit of time with the splashy but not especially revised 2026 Ford... ## [Colorado’s housing market shows diverging demand across property types. Ski towns show signs of resilience.](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/colorado-housing-market-ski-towns/) _2026-08-22 · Andrea Teres-Martinez Follow ateres-martinez@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Colorado’s shrinking housing inventory tells two different stories: one of relative stability for single-family homes, and another of weakening demand for condos and townhomes. The state’s housing market has remained relatively stable throughout the summer... ## [More Dogs on Main: The pork rind-tofu scale](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/more-dogs-on-main-the-pork-rind-tofu-scale/) _2026-08-22 · Tom Clyde · Park Record_ "In Birkenstock country, every market will carry tofu. And in the cowboy boot world, pork rinds are everywhere." The post More Dogs on Main: The pork rind-tofu scale appeared first on Park Record . ## [Betty Diaries: Let’s run it up the red-flag pole](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/betty-diaries-lets-run-it-up-the-red-flag-pole/) _2026-08-22 · Kate Sonnick · Park Record_ "I decided to set all flags aside for the evening and from there, the conversation flowed. I left the date feeling cautiously optimistic." The post Betty Diaries: Let’s run it up the red-flag pole appeared first on Park Record . ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vjHeXmNk1uON) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [How a Western Slope Colorado water district is adapting to the drought crisis and looking ahead to build long-term resiliency](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/western-slope-colorado-water-district-drought/) _2026-08-22 · Ali Longwell Follow alongwell@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Coming off Colorado’s lowest snowpack on record and into a period of extreme drought, producers, water managers and businesses in mountain communities have been dealing firsthand with a water crisis impacting the rivers and streams... ## [A project that demonstrates Mountain Town 2030’s vision](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/a-project-that-demonstrates-mountain-town-2030s-vision/) _2026-08-22 · Anna Robertson · Park Record_ "A team of sustainability-minded developers in Park City recently challenged themselves to see whether they could push the envelope on sustainability within luxury homes and take those learnings to affordable housing projects and luxury properties in other mountain towns." The post A project that demonstrates Mountain Town 2030’s vision appeared first on Park Record . ## [Mocking the bus doesn’t make S.R. 224 wider](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/mocking-the-bus-doesnt-make-s-r-224-wider/) _2026-08-22 · Brad Herkimer · Park Record_ "Nobody planning the Bobsled Express believes every Deer Valley or Vail Resorts visitor will surrender the keys to a rented Suburban." The post Mocking the bus doesn’t make S.R. 224 wider appeared first on Park Record . ## [What We’re Into: Old trucks](https://wallowa.com/2026/08/22/what-were-into-old-trucks/) _2026-08-22 · Bill Bradshaw | Wallowa County Chieftain · Wallowa County Chieftain_ It must be the old-timer or history buff in me, but I love the classic car shows in Wallowa County — the Wallowa Mountain Cruise in June and the Main \[…\] ## [Just … stop](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/just-stop/) _2026-08-22 · Park Record contributor · Park Record_ "We need affordable housing, but this is the wrong location and it is financially not good for Park City." The post Just … stop appeared first on Park Record . ## [Protect public interest](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/protect-public-interest/) _2026-08-22 · Park Record contributor · Park Record_ "Commissioners, we trust you. We believe you are our neighbors before you are appointees. Be the heroes Park City needs." The post Protect public interest appeared first on Park Record . ## [Fire them all](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/fire-them-all/) _2026-08-22 · Park Record contributor · Park Record_ "High volumes of vehicle traffic driven by unrelenting growth is the biggest threat to this incredibly beautiful, small mountain community." The post Fire them all appeared first on Park Record . ## [Public safety threat](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/public-safety-threat/) _2026-08-22 · Park Record contributor · Park Record_ "Common sense dictates that a housing development with 106 apartments plus commercial space is sure to add hundreds more cars to this already congested intersection." The post Public safety threat appeared first on Park Record . ## [Love those letters](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/love-those-letters/) _2026-08-22 · Park Record contributor · Park Record_ "Residents and visitors to Park City are very fortunate to have a twice-weekly newspaper for our small population. One of my favorite sections is Letters to the Editor." The post Love those letters appeared first on Park Record . ## [Happy with city response](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/22/happy-with-city-response/) _2026-08-22 · Park Record contributor · Park Record_ "Letters to the editor often contain criticism, but this one is to express appreciation to manager Troy Dayley and the people at Park City Public Works for quickly solving a road problem in our neighborhood." The post Happy with city response appeared first on Park Record . ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YrpFUn1cm7gP) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [Remnants of Summit County towns resurface as Dillon Reservoir water levels drop](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/remnants-of-summit-county-towns-resurface-as-dillon-reservoir-water-levels-drop/) _2026-08-21 · Jessica Sachs Follow jsachs@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ On Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20, Ken Raggio stood in the middle of a pile of rubble, staring out at the Dillon Reservoir’s windswept and whitecapped waves. The reservoir’s shoreline was tens of feet from where... ## [Arapahoe Basin Ski Area impacted by Alterra Mountain Co. layoffs](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/arapahoe-basin-ski-area-impacted-by-alterra-mountain-co-layoffs/) _2026-08-21 · Jessica Sachs Follow jsachs@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Arapahoe Basin Ski Area has confirmed that one A-Basin staff member was included in Alterra Mountain Co.’s recent round of layoffs. The layoffs occurred earlier this month, in the midst of a push to keep... ## [Passerby finds drugs, dog drowns, man hits cars with a pipe and more in Summit County sheriff’s log](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/passerby-finds-drugs-dog-drowns-man-hits-cars-with-a-pipe-and-more-in-summit-county-sheriffs-log/) _2026-08-21 · Kyle McCabe Follow kmccabe@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Last week, the Summit County Sheriff’s Office issued a $1,000 ticket to a woman for an illegal fire, recovered a dog that had drowned and investigated a suspected human drowning. The following incidents occurred between... ## [The Ultimate Fall Bucket List](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/the-ultimate-fall-bucket-list/) _2026-08-21 · Heather L. King · Park Record_ For many visitors, Park City is synonymous with deep powder and ski lifts. But ask a local their favorite season, and many will tell you it’s fall. During September and October, the Wasatch Back transforms into a watercolor painting of shimmering gold, fiery orange, and crimson as thousands of quaking aspens put on one of \[…\] The post The Ultimate Fall Bucket List appeared first on Park Record . ## [Slope & Scene: Wasatch Back Happenings](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/slope-scene-wasatch-back-happenings-4/) _2026-08-21 · Heather L. King · Park Record_ Savor the Summit The annual Savor the Summit event on Park City’s historic Main Street took place on June 27. Dozens of participating restaurants served curated multi-course menus and craft cocktails in this outdoor dinner party with communal tables that stretched down Main Street. Independence Day America marked the 250th anniversary of the signing of \[…\] The post Slope & Scene: Wasatch Back… ## [Aloha Is Closer Than You Think](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/aloha-is-closer-than-you-think/) _2026-08-21 · Heather L. King · Park Record_ Although fall is arguably one of the most beautiful seasons in Utah, it’s also one of the nicest times to visit the Hawaiian Islands, which are surprisingly easy to reach from Utah. If you’re looking for turquoise water as far as the eye can see, fragrant plumeria, and a taste of local delicacies, Hawaii is \[…\] The post Aloha Is Closer Than You Think appeared first on Park Record . ## [Seeing the World in Photographs](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/seeing-the-world-in-photographs/) _2026-08-21 · Aimee L. Cook · Park Record_ Most people glance at a horse, quickly take in its beauty, and move on. Andrea Bear reaches for her camera. Based in Heber Valley, Bear is a fine art photographer who turns the wild beauty of Utah—and the places she travels—into images that stop you mid scroll. Her journey to Utah happened in 2020, when \[…\] The post Seeing the World in Photographs appeared first on Park Record . ## [Elevating the Wasatch Back: Common Ground](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/elevating-the-wasatch-back-common-ground/) _2026-08-21 · Camille Fletcher · Park Record_ At Quinn’s Junction, a three-acre plaza sits at the heart of Studio Crossing, the largest affordable housing project in Park City and proof that “affordable” and “aspirational” can come together beautifully. Family real estate developers Crandall Capital (Gary and Debbie Crandall along with sons Ryan and Matthew) funded the project privately with the dream of \[…\] The post Elevating the Wasatch… ## [A New Era of Mountain Hospitality](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/a-new-era-of-mountain-hospitality/) _2026-08-21 · Heather L. King · Park Record_ A new chapter of mountain hospitality has arrived in Deer Valley. Canopy by Hilton fills an untapped niche market, and the look and feel is turning heads in Deer Valley’s East Village. With its bold colors, playful design, locally inspired artwork, and thoughtfully curated guest experiences, the new Canopy by Hilton Deer Valley introduces a fresh \[…\] The post A New Era of Mountain Hospitality… ## [The Color That’s Convincing Beige Lovers to Go Dark](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/the-color-thats-convincing-beige-lovers-to-go-dark/) _2026-08-21 · Aimee L. Cook · Park Record_ For a long time, homeowners chose white walls, white trim, and white everything to keep things looking clean and modern. But that trend is fading as people move back to warm, inviting spaces that feel lived in. Benjamin Moore picked “Silhouette” as its 2026 Color of the Year, a soft, smoky charcoal with a hint \[…\] The post The Color That’s Convincing Beige Lovers to Go Dark appeared first on Park… ## [Built for the Mountains](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/built-for-the-mountains/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Smouse · Park Record_ In Deer Valley, luxury homes are expected to do more than make a striking first impression. They must withstand heavy snowfall, intense summer sun, and dramatic seasonal shifts while maintaining the timeless character that defines high-end mountain architecture. At Sterlingwood Condominiums, a recently completed exterior renovation proves that preserving that character doesn’t always mean relying… ## [Tasting Notes](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/tasting-notes-3/) _2026-08-21 · Heather L. King · Park Record_ High West Nelson Cottage Prix-Fixe Dinners Wednesdays to Sundays through NovemberThe culinary team at the Nelson Cottage are offering a thoughtfully curated prix-fixe dinner menu, featuring seasonal flavors and creative pairings, with seatings at 5 pm and 8 pm Wednesdays through Sundays. “We’re raising a glass to adventure in the American West with mountain-inspired culinary \[…\] The post Tasting… ## [Food Finds: Inside U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s New Kodiak Kitchen](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/food-finds-inside-u-s-ski-snowboards-new-kodiak-kitchen/) _2026-08-21 · Aimee L. Cook · Park Record_ Kodiak, the Utah brand known for whole-grain pantry staples, has teamed up with U.S. Ski & Snowboard to fuel some of the most intense athletes in winter sports. The latest chapter in that story is a freshly renovated space called the Kodiak Kitchen at the team’s Center of Excellence, and the people who use it \[…\] The post Food Finds: Inside U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s New Kodiak Kitchen appeared first… ## [Breckenridge launches grant program to incentivize new events in town for community](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/breckenridge-launches-grant-program-to-incentivize-new-events-in-town-for-community/) _2026-08-21 · Allison Moore Follow amoore@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Breckenridge has launched a new grant program aimed at supporting events that bring visitors and residents together to strengthen the town’s year-round economy. The town introduced the Community or Destination Event and Animation Grant program... ## [How exercise science and data analysis helped one Vail biker win 2026’s Breck Epic race](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/how-exercise-science-and-data-analysis-helped-one-vail-biker-win-2026s-breck-epic-race/) _2026-08-21 · Jessica Sachs Follow jsachs@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ The 2026 Breck Epic race rolled to a stop on Friday, Aug. 14, after racers rode just shy of 200 miles in five days. Emerging victorious from the men’s 30 plus, non-professional division was Vail’s... ## [Summit High cross-country team looks to build on momentum from successful 2025 season](https://www.summitdaily.com/news/summit-high-cross-country-team-looks-to-build-on-momentum-from-successful-2025-season/) _2026-08-21 · Jessica Sachs Follow jsachs@summitdaily.com · Summit Daily_ Heading into the fall with the boys ranked first in the state and girls ranked third, the Summit High School cross-country team is gearing up for a successful season. “It has the potential for being... ## [Park City councilor, describing Salt Lake City as ‘becoming really cool,’ sees capital city as a threat](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/park-city-councilor-describing-salt-lake-city-as-becoming-really-cool-sees-capital-city-as-a-threat/) _2026-08-21 · Jay Hamburger · Park Record_ A Park City councilor described Salt Lake City as a threat as she spoke during a discussion about the future of Main Street. The post Park City councilor, describing Salt Lake City as ‘becoming really cool,’ sees capital city as a threat appeared first on Park Record . ## [Deer Valley prepares for The Fox US Open of Mountain Biking](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/deer-valley-prepares-for-the-fox-us-open-of-mountain-biking/) _2026-08-21 · Maggie Mattinson · Park Record_ Preparations are underway at Deer Valley for The Fox US Open of Mountain Biking. The race, which will take place in September, will be the final stop in the Pro Downhill Series, the Official US National Mountain Bike Championship. The post Deer Valley prepares for The Fox US Open of Mountain Biking appeared first on Park Record . ## [Park City Mountain season parking passes on sale](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/park-city-mountain-season-parking-passes-on-sale/) _2026-08-21 · Maggie Mattinson · Park Record_ Park City Mountain has released its plan for 2026-27 season parking, and early access season passes for the Canyons Village and Mountain Village garages are available now for those who had 2025-26 parking passes and an active Epic Pass. Passes will be available for general public sale on Sept. 1. The post Park City Mountain season parking passes on sale appeared first on Park Record . ## [Wasatch County continues discussion on resolution opposing preliminary municipalities](https://www.parkrecord.com/2026/08/21/wasatch-county-continues-discussion-on-resolution-opposing-preliminary-municipalities/) _2026-08-21 · Clara Hatcher · Park Record_ Wasatch County is continuing discussions on a resolution that will oppose preliminary municipalities in rural counties. The post Wasatch County continues discussion on resolution opposing preliminary municipalities appeared first on Park Record .