Armchair Explorer: Travel and Adventure Inspiration

Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part Two of Uniquely Utah Adventures


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If there's one word that defines Utah, it just might be adventure. From the adrenaline-pumping to the meditative, the outdoors in Utah is a veritable playground for exploration. In Part One of Uniquely Utah adventures, we spent the morning fly fishing on the teal waters of Flaming Gorge, followed by an afternoon of mountain biking, chasing sharp turns with a pro rider.


In Part Two, follow along as we ride on muleback to trace the steps of ghostly gunslingers through narrow slot canyons, rappel over the sides of redstone cliffs (sometimes directly into mud), and finally attempt the legendary 50-foot ski jump directly into a pool at Park City's Olympic Park.


Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode:

  • Fly fisherman Ryan Kelly at Flaming Gorge
  • Expert canyoner and guide Micah Mansfield with East Zion Adventures
  • Pro mountain biker Eric Porter in Park City
  • Trail guide McClain from Meecham Outfitters
  • Ski coach Ryan Devine from Park City's Olympic Park
  • Two-time Olympic medalist Shannon Bahkre

  • PLAN YOUR UTAH TRIP

    If you want to learn more about experiencing the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to VisitUtah.com or follow along on social media @VisitUtah. International listeners can also book this itinerary directly as a package, with lots of other bonus experiences too -- just visit AmericanSky.co.uk/Utah-Holidays/Self-Drive-Experience-Utah-Life-Elevated or learn more about all the incredible destinations around the state at VisitTheUSA.com or on social media @VisitTheUSA.


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    CREDITS

    This show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Brian Thacker managed pre-production. Jenny Allison was the in-field producer. Jason Paton recorded, wrote, mixed, and sound designed the episode. Aaron Millar hosted and served as executive producer.

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