Apr - Wasatch Mountain Club

Apr 11
Thu
Evening Dog Hike - Millcreek Canyon
Meet: 6:00 pm at Skyline High School - 3151 E Upland Dr (3760 S)
Organizer: Jean Acheson 801-633-5225 jachwest@comcast.net
Well mannered dogs along with their well mannered owners are welcome. The dog-less are welcome as well.
This hike is geared for all levels of hiking ability and will be conducted at a leisurely pace so we can enjoy the
evening. Please bring water for yourself and any accompanying four-footed friends. Also, regardless of the leash
law and day of the month, please bring a leash in case circumstances arise where it is needed. It is also recommended
to bring a flashlight, warm clothes and possibly Yak Tracks for these early Spring hikes as there may still
be snow or ice on the trails and we will be out until sunset. There will be a prompt 6:15 pm departure.
Apr 11
Thu
Apr 12
Fri –
Apr 14
Sun
Evening Hike: The Living Room – ntd
Meet: 6:00 pm at Corner of Tabby Lane and Colorow Drive in University Research Park
Organizer: Anne Polinsky 801 466-3806
Directions to meeting place: Exit Foothill Blvd. at Wakara Way; go northeast to the stop at Chipeta Way; go
straight, then turn southeast (right) on Colorow Drive. Park about 50 yards past the intersection with Tabby
Lane. There will be a prompt 6:15 pm departure.
Yellowstone Hike-paced Bike Ride – 30.0 mi Out & Back – Slow pace
Meet: Registration required
Organizer: Julie Kilgore 801-244-3323 jk@wasatch-environmental.com
Join Julie for her annual pre-season road bike trek in to Yellowstone the weekend before the park is open to
cars. The park service is preparing for the season so the roads will be plowed, but being flexible is key. Plan A is
a SLOW MEANDERING bike ride from West Yellowstone to Terrace Springs (about 4 hours for a 30 mile round
trip). Plan B will be dictated by whatever Mother Nature is dishing out that morning. Come prepared for every
combination of sun/snow/rain/wind/hot/cold. Base camp is Julie’s cabin in Island Park, which can hold about 12
people. Additional lodging is available in West Yellowstone.
Apr 13
Sat
Apr 13
Sat
Apr 14
Sun
Nordic Ski Tour: Organizer’s Choice – msd – 25.0 mi Out & Back – Fast pace
Meet: Registration required
Organizer: Michael Berry 801-583-4721 mberryxc@earthlink.net
Cross-country skiing. Mirror Lake Hwy, Daniel’s Summit loop, or North Slope Uintas. Classic, skating, or light
backcountry gear depending on weather and interest.
Day Hike Little Black Mountain – mod – 10.0 mi Loop – 2830’ ascent – Moderate pace
Meet: 10:30 am at Jewish Community Center (across from University Hospital)
Organizer: Gabe Atiya 385-212-9854 gabeatiya@yahoo.com
Fun spring hike. May be some patches of snow and scrub oak.
Hike: Grandeur From Church Fork – mod – 6.0 mi Out & Back – 2620’ ascent
Meet: 9:30 am at Skyline High School - 3151 E Upland Dr (3760 S)
Organizer: Phyllis Anderson 801-733-4806 paisnow@comcast.net
This spring classic will be at a slow to moderate pace. If faster hikers want to participate, they can do so provided
they coordinate with Phyllis at the trailhead to establish a second organizer for the faster group. Check the
website for last-minute updates and trail conditions/gear suggestions.
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