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Fall Updates and New Shop Hours

With the turning of the leaves and our first snow storm of the year… New Shop Hours Beginning Monday, October 31st, our new shop hours will be 8 am – noon and 4 pm – 7 pm daily, with extended hours during Thanksgiving Weekend.* This allows us to outfit customers in the morning and return gear in the evening. Evening gear pick-ups may or may not be available, depending on availability of specific items. Our shop hours December – February will be 9 am – noon and 4 pm – 7 pm. *Thanksgiving weekend hours: Thursday 11/24: 8 am- noon only Friday: 11/25 – Sunday 11/27: 8 am – 7 pm Gear Reservations For those interested in renting equipment, please note we require reservations during the winter months. We have been unusually busy this fall and have been selling out of certain dry suit sizes, especially on the weekends. To make a gear reservation, please contact us with the following information: Date(s): Number in Party: Full Name: Phone: Email: Address: Name, height, weight, and shoe size for each group member: Winter Outfitting The Narrows Narrows hikers in the winter find icicles, snow, and near-silence as rewards for their adventurous visit. … Continue reading

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Winter in Zion

So you’re thinking about visiting Zion in the winter? Some may think you’re crazy, but many people just like you have already discovered the secret. Many National Parks virtually shut down in the winter, but Zion offers unusual accessibility and opportunities for visitors of all backgrounds. Why come to Zion in the winter instead of another time of year? Winter in Zion offers solitude – something that is difficult to find nowadays in a Park that hosts 2.7 million visitors each year. Crisp, raw views of snow-capped peaks, summits, and temples accentuate this peaceful canyon, while ever-changing weather conditions continually create unique experiences for all! I have many fond memories of Zion in the winter. Most involve a sense of awe, and many involve a sense of cold! Here are a few of my winter favorites, as well as some winter tips for enjoying your visit. Zion and Christmas. These are two of my favorite things! But when you put them together, now that’s something amazing. As a child, I have warm memories of visiting Zion on many Christmas days. This would usually be a treat for us when Grandma and Grandpa came to visit. After all the presents had … Continue reading

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