On a Snowbasin guided tour you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from June 23rd through September 2nd. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
August 4th & 5th: Beaver Dams (base hike) – with Tim Franchi
This off trail hike will take you deep into beaver country. Make your way thru swampy conditions to experience beaver dams and lodges. But be quiet and sneaky for an opportunity to see native trout and potentially a beaver. Mosquito repellant, shoes that can get dirty, long pants and long sleeve shirts are recommended. 1-3 hours
On a Snowbasin guided tour you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from June 23rd through September 2nd. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
July 21st & 22nd & July 28th & 29th: Wildflowers & Plants -
with Steve Larue & Frank Waikart (Lift Ticket Required)
Enjoy Snowbasin’s diverse landscape with numerous wildflowers, shrubs and trees. Guides will help identify and describe many of the species of native flora and discuss effects of weather, location and wildlife on plants. This tour has something for everyone as the length and level of difficulty can vary. Depending on weather conditions many flowers and shrubs may be blooming. Come prepared to trek across varying terrain with your water, sunscreen, sturdy footwear and camera. 1.5-3 hours
On a Snowbasin guided tour you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from June 23rd through September 2nd. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
July 14th & 15th: Snowbasin Disc Golf – with Tim Eastley and Lance Roylance
Learn how to play disc golf. This tour will give you the opportunity to learn a few tricks to this rapidly expanding sport. Your guide will walk you thru the 9 – hole course located in our bas area. 1 hour
On a Snowbasin guided tour you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from June 23rd through September 2nd. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
June 30th & July 1st: All about Geo-caching (base hike) – with Tim Franchi
What is Geo-caching? Tim Franchi will answer this, along with the etiquette and the how to of geo-caching. On this tour you never know what you could find. If you have a GPS bring it or get a head start by visiting http://www.geocaching.com/1-1.5 hours
On a Snowbasin guided tour you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from June 23rd through September 2nd. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
June 23rd & 24th: Avalanche prevention and science -with Frank Waikart
Learn from the pro. Frank Waikart has 12 years of experience working in snow safety. Let Frank walk you thru the ins and outs of avalanches. Frank will show you what he looks for in snow conditions and the tools he uses. Have a chance to see a gun tower and hold a hand charge. 1.5-2 hours
Congratulations to everyone that really put some time on the moutnain this season at Snowbasin, especially those who logged more than 80 days skiing/snowboarding*. We really appreciate our ‘regulars’ that are passionate about Snowbasin. Thank you to everyone for being a part of our 2011/2012 season. We look forward to seeing you on the mountain this summer!
Greg Klein
138
Butch Miller
136
Larry Nye
134
George Quirk
129
John Thirkill
116
Barbara Warren
115
Liz Vincent
115
Ed Callantine
113
Paul Cardello
112
David Kerr
111
Rick Thompson
110
Marc Silverman
108
Rholand Lange
107
Charles Chance
107
Dawn Goode
107
Joshua Smith
105
Dale Miller
105
Bob Tassone
103
Walter Snellman
103
Steven Benjamin
103
Susan Jones
103
Doug Paquette
101
G. Brian Hunter
100
Suzanne Barilec
100
Chris Ochsenbein
99
Mark Raines
99
Jack Dimmitt
98
William Godbey
97
Mark Edes
97
Gary Nate
97
Paul Davin
95
Zanon Putnam
94
Brehon Shaw
94
Frank Tilaro
93
Walter Fuller
92
Mike Biccum
91
Jan Zehner
90
Tom Eshleman
90
Tricia Olson
89
Chris Anderson
87
Travis Larsen
87
Derlin Newey
87
Rob Vogt
86
Barry Swartz
85
Tom Leavitt
85
Cesar Garcia
85
Linda West
85
Scott Bittle
85
William West
84
David Ronning
84
Wes Welch
84
Heidi Koudele
83
Shauna Russell
83
Bill Collopy
83
Pat Cumberland
83
Brent Johnson
82
Lance Koudele
81
Brent Hadley
81
Jackie Norton
81
Casey Wright
81
Jessica Harper
81
Luke Terry
80
Rauli Karjalainen
80
Jim Martell
80
*If you lost and/or had your pass re-issued during the season your count will start over
Thanks to all the participants that came out to support the first ever Snowbasin Summer Rail Jam. There was plenty of competition but the following people stepped up to the occasion and took home some great prizes from DC, Skullcandy, LRG, and Salomon to name a few:
On a Snowbasin guided hike you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from now through September 4th. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
September 3rd & 4th: The dog days of Snowbasin (base) –
Have your dog by your side for this hike to the bottom of Strawberry. This two-hour round trip hike will allow you and your best friend to enjoy the beauty of Snowbasin together. Dogs should be on a leash. Water and bathrooms are available at the bottom of Strawberry. 2-2.5 hours
On a Snowbasin guided hike you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from now through September 4th. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
August 28th: How a ski lift works – with lift maintenance
We all ride them but what makes them spin? Come join us to tour lift terminals, motor rooms, lift shacks and the infamous parking garage. Jake will take the time to explain the principles of ski lift mechanics and help us all appreciate our ride to the top. 1.5-2 hours
On a Snowbasin guided hike you can learn about what the resort has to offer during the summer. Discover Snowbasin’s extensive history, the science of snowmaking, or see what wildlife comes out when all the snow melts. Meet your tour guide every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm at the Moose in front of Earl’s Lodge from now through September 4th. Come join Snowbasin for the chance to learn and experience our summer fun and deep history. Best of all its FREE!
*Bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, snacks and water. Tours last from 1-4 hours. Tours in the base do not require a gondola ticket.
August 20th & 21st: Tour of the Cirques (hike) – (depends on snow)
Come prepared because were going to the top. Hike from the top of Needles gondola to Mount Ogden and back. This strenuous hike will give you a bird’s eye view to the valley below. Come prepared with water, snacks, sunscreen and appropriate shoes. 4-4.5 hours
