How to do a kickturn while Backcountry Skiing

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Backcountry skiing techniques are important to learn in order to feel confident while you are skinning up the slopes near Salt Lake City, Utah. Whether you are asking yourself “what’s a kickturn in skiing” or you are hoping to learn how to become a better backcountry skier, this step by step guide on how to […]

The Best Canyons in Salt Lake City for Winter Recreation

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Winter in Salt Lake City, Utah usually means enjoying some of the best snow, beauty of the mountains in the west and the canyons near Salt Lake City. People often wonder if Salt Lake City is fun in the winter and what canyons are close to Salt Lake City. Of course Salt Lake City is […]

Women’s Winter Outdoor Groups in the Wasatch

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Salt Lake City is known for snow sports such as skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and mountaineering along the Wasatch range. Here at White Cloud Concierge we wanted to let the female identifying folks of SLC know about some different women’s winter outdoor groups in the Wasatch they can get involved with during a […]

How to Buy your first Backcountry Ski Setup for the Wasatch

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Ski Touring in Salt Lake City Shredding the powder of the Wasatch mountains in Salt Lake City is magic, but if you want more empty lines and to push yourself mentally and physically, it’s time to think about investing in a backcountry touring setup. The champagne powder of the Wasatch is undoubtedly some of the […]

How to Prepare Skis and Snowboards for the Winter in Utah

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How do you prepare for ski season in Utah? Preparing skis and snowboards before winter really gets going is just one of the things to do amidst the flurry of activity accompanied with the changing seasons. While we may make it out to be a super simple process, how to prepare skis and snowboards for […]

Four Simple Ski Tours in Little Cottonwood Canyon

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Little Cottonwood Canyon in Utah snakes 7 miles from the Salt Lake Valley to the town of Alta in the heart of the Wasatch. This scenic Utah route offers some of the best backcountry skiing near Salt Lake City. Known for champagne powder and easy access, Little Cottonwood Canyon can’t be missed by anyone with […]