Utah has the "Greatest Snow on Earth," but are we ensuring its longevity for future generations to come? This KSL Podcasts In-depth features a two-episode series, hearing from various voices in the climate and ski communities to better understand the trends and concerns impacting the future of Utah's snow. This episode features Executive Director of Save Our Canyons, Carl Fisher, Wasatch Backcountry Co-Founder, Brad Rutledge, and Snowbird Communications Director, Sarah Sherman. In these conversations, you will find discussion on trends and concerns affecting Utah’s winter seasons and how we recreate in the Wasatch Mountains. Topics include climate change, ski resort and population pressures, conservation challenges, and the Little Cottonwood Environmental Impact Study(EIS) on transportation planning.  If you would like to view the resources referenced in this episode, check out the links below.  Little Cottonwood EIS:  https://littlecottonwoodeis.udot.utah.gov/#current-phase https://gondolaworks.com/ Carl Fisher: https://saveourcanyons.org/ Brad Rutledge:  https://wasatchbackcountryalliance.org/ Sarah Sherman:  https://www.instagram.com/p/CTVXGWZAaGx/ https://www.snowbird.com/play-forever/ Produced and hosted by Trent Sell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Future of Utah's Snow Pt. 2

Utah has the "Greatest Snow on Earth," but are we ensuring its longevity for future generations to come? This KSL Podcasts In-depth features a two-episode series, hearing from various voices in the climate and ski communities to better understand the trends and concerns affecting the future of Utah's snow. This episode dives into why we have the “Greatest Snow on Earth,” Utah’s weather patterns, and how climate change is affecting our snow and winter seasons. It features Meteorologist Grant Weyman and Utah State University Climatologist, Dr. Robert Gillies.  If you would like to view the resources referenced in this episode, check out the links below.  Grant Weyman:  https://www.weather.gov/slc/climatebook# Dr. Robert Gillies:  https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1029/2009GL037930 https://www.ipcc.ch/ https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/   Produced & hosted by Trent Sell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Future of Utah's Snow Pt. 1

An elite cyclist from Farmington finished the half Ironman he vowed to complete in last month after he found out he had an aggressive and terminal form of ALS. Kyle Brown has been diagnosed with Bulbar ALS, and he just completed the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in a time of 5:38:35. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ALS Ironman Pt. 2 | Heart of Utah

An elite cyclist from Farmington is dying from an aggressive, rare form of ALS  and doctors have told him he only has 6 to 18 months to live, but that diagnosis isn't stopping him from living.  Utah cyclist diagnosed with aggressive ALS to compete in Iron Man World Championships See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart of Utah | The ALS Ironman

"We're not just custodians, we're the community, we're the go-to person, this is my building and this is my job and I take pride in it." Marcos Orozco started working for the Salt Lake City School District in 1980, and he's been there ever since. He's been a presence in the hallways and an example to the students throughout the district. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart of Utah: Marcos Orozco's 40+ years in the Salt Lake City School District

You first met Sam Durst and Ryan Grassley in one of our earlier episodes of Heart of Utah. Tim Hughes had the opportunity to spend some time with this amazing duo helping them check off a bucket list item of certifying each of Utah's National Parks as "Wheelchair Accessible" with a very unique wheelchair built right here in Utah.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Secret of Sam | Heart of Utah

Winsten Asif found his American Dream here in Utah. He moved here from Pakistan as a political refugee to help his family, and now after 7 years apart, he owns a restaurant, and has been reunited with his family.   MORE: https://kslnewsradio.com/?p=1950873  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"This is a land of opportunity" | Heart of Utah

From Big Foot to Bison. Utah's State Parks have it all and instead of being hidden jewels, they're becoming crown jewels.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah's Crown Jewels: State Parks

Jazz fan and avid runner Bryant Heath put on his sneakers to show his dedication to the Utah Jazz team and the community around him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart of Utah: Jazz fan and runner shows off how much we all have in common

A group of high school students in American Fork is helping create and grow a new healing grove in Utah County. They hope it can be a place for people dealing with anxiety or stress to find peace through nature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart of Utah: Peace at the healing grove

This weekend marks the start of what feels to be the most anticipated summer ever! Last year as the world grappled in the grips of the uncertainties of the coronavirus global pandemic, people cancelled their summer travel plans and bunkered down for endless days at home. But now, with Memorial Day weekend so close and vaccinations available for most Americans; we are ready to gather up our loved ones, pack up the car, ditch the masks, and head out on the open road to explore some of our favourite vacation spots near and far!   In this special hosted by Jeff Caplan, presented by our title sponsor Bish’s RV (formerly Access RV), and destination sponsors SouthEast Idaho High Country, Bear Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau, Uintah County Travel & Tourism, and Box Elder County Tourism. We take a virtual road trip to easily accessible and family-friendly destinations that most Utahns would enjoy! Plus, Bish’s RV gives away an incredible family vacation including an RV Rental for 5-days and 500 miles and a $250 gift card for groceries to fill up the RV from “The Store” Fine Foods.   Featuring:  General Manager of Bish’s RV Scott Jones, Birgitta Bright of SouthEast Idaho High Country, Mayor Mike Leonhardt of Garden City Utah at Bear Lake, Uintah County Travel & Tourism Director Lesha Coltharp, and Box Elder County Tourism Joan Hammer.   KSL Newsradio In-Depth Podcast; KSL NewsRadio’s team of reporters takes you inside the news with a depth and breadth of coverage and investigation no one else can bring you. Based out of Salt Lake City, Utah, KSL journalists cover local and national news. They are award-winning and well-respected in the journalism community.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a Vacation with Bish’s RV: On the road (trip) again!

Callie Smith wasn't a believer in pickleball at first. But she gave it a shot, and now the Orem resident coaches others to instill a love of the game.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart of Utah: Orem pickleball champ

 Your kids should be playing video games. You heard that right: video games. It’s no longer just a pastime for people who love Mountain Dew and Doritos, and that’s something that the Provo High Esports team is letting everyone know. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Computers and connections: The Provo High Esports team | Heart of Utah

Amanda Dickson spoke with Chris Parker, the Director of the Division of Public Utilities in Utah, about the cyber attack on the Colonial Pipeline and why Utah is safe from this type of attack.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah is protected against Colonial Pipeline cyber attack

BYU's student entrepreneur of the year has truly earned the title Lord of Maps by helping us find our place in the world with his hand-drawn maps.   More: Heart of Utah: BYU mapmaker draws our connection to home and each other See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lord of Maps | Heart of Utah

KSL's team of reporters takes you inside the news with a depth and breadth of coverage and investigation no one else can bring you. Based out of Salt Lake City, Utah, KSL journalists cover local and national news. They are award-winning and well-respected in the journalism community.

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