Take a drive: The state government has put together a book showing 27 well-traveled roads (paved) and 58 not-so-well-traveled roads (mostly unpaved) that lead to or past some of Utah's more scenic spots.

There are also "Watchable Wildlife" drives. A book published jointly by state and federal agencies points out the best places to see specific species of Utah's prized wildlife, all the way from elk to bluebirds. Both books are available at the Travel Council building south of the State Capitol.

Golf: With all the good weather in recent weeks, many of the state's golf courses are open. If the weather dries up for the weekend, which is in the forecast, then play will be open.

No question, there's lots to do and getting there won't take much drive time. The problem will be, as always, picking from the many options and then squeezing everything within the allotted time.

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