"Too old" and "too expensive" are two of the main reasons people choose to stay away from ski and snowboard slopes.

It's not easy and not always convenient, but there are benefits to taking a little walk or climbing a few stairs, among them a better ski or snowboard season.

Nearly half-century ago, as Utah was starting to make inroads into the ski world, key talking points were convenience, powder snow and seven resorts with 21 lifts and a few scattered rope tows and T-bars.

The decision didn't come easily. Skiing, after all, was as important to Alan Engen as sleep. But retirement, he knew, was certain and he wanted it to come on his terms.

Lake Powell, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park and Flaming Gorge. All well-known. All popular attractions. All in Utah.

It was 75 years ago skiers first enjoyed the comfort and convenience of an uphill chair ride.

Snow wasn't the problem. Timing was.

Canada ruled the skicross event at the World Freestyle Ski Championships on Friday, winning three of the six medals, including both golds. Somewhere back in history, the U.S. Ski Team deserves a little credit, ...

The snow fell early and in great abundance here in Utah so far this winter — thanks, surprisingly, to colder water temperatures in the tropical Pacific.