From Our Partners

In celebration of their 25th anniversary, New West KnifeWorks pays homage to iconic western landscapes with an elegant and contemporary new vessel for kitchen blade display: the Arete Knife Block.

The name was a designful epiphany from the New West team. “Arete” comes from Ancient Greek roots, referencing something that perfectly embodies its purpose with excellence; it’s also mountain-climber jargon for a narrow, sharp ridge separating two valleys, just as you’d find in the majestic Teton peaks. What better term to epitomize the company’s pursuit of beauty and functionality in the kitchen?

“In our 25th year, we offer this special piece to our customers as an emblem of the purpose we continue to strive toward,” says Mike Milligan, New West KnifeWorks’ VP and brother of the company founder, Corey Milligan. “And that is to create fine, functional art that brings joy to everyday life.”

“For the past 25 years, New West KnifeWorks has provided homes with kitchen tools that are both beautiful and useful.”

Mike Milligan, Vice President

For many home cooks and culinary pros alike, a traditional knife block is not designed for their uniquely curated knife collections. The Arete Block features an array of magnetic nooks to tastefully display a variety of shapes and sizes of instruments—while also providing a signature accent to the kitchen space. 

“We hope those of you who have patiently put together your own knife kits over the years will find the unique ridges and crags of the Arete the perfect home for your knives,” says Milligan.

These eye-catching pieces, each precision-machined and hand-detailed from rustic blocks of American hardwood, are carved with a variety of angles, providing infinite perspectives as you move about the kitchen. Just as you feel when you embark around jagged mountain peaks, every view is simultaneously unique and eternal.

Arete Blocks are available at New West KnifeWorks’ storefront on Park City’s Main Street, each a reminder of New West’s quest for artistry in the everyday.

New West KnifeWorks

625 Main St., Park City
435-214-7460
newwestknifeworks.com

See more from our partners here. Read Salt Lake magazine’s tips on finding the perfect chef knife here.

Get Adventure Educated

Moab’s Sorrel River Ranch Resort is thoughtfully designed to provide enlightening “ed-ventures” just as much as memorable ‘adventures’ among Utah’s picturesque vistas.  

“Education is built into everything we offer because it is crucial to us that our guests leave Moab with more than just memories,” says Owner Elizabeth Rad. “Our goal is for them to gain a deeper respect for the region’s rich history.”

That region, among the most unique landscapes of the American Southwest, is one that the resort is deeply connected to. Originally established as a ranch homestead in 1903, the property’s rich history allows visitors to experience hometown hospitality with a luxury flair.

Whether through learning excursions or on-site amenities, many of the resort’s offerings are centered around the impact that an authentic and educational experience has on inspiring guests long after the end of their vacations.

“We take pride in incorporating that message in a novel and exciting way with every new season,” says Rad.

“Inspired by the beautiful locale of our resort, our incredible team prides itself in crafting memorable experiences for our guests, to offer a luxury retreat that exudes the authentic heritage of the ranch.”

Elizabeth Rad, Owner

Activities for Every Adventurer

Cool Off on the Colorado

With Sorrel River’s New Zealand-style jet boat tours, choose between heart-pounding rapids or a scenic voyage exploring the history and wildlife of Moab’s canyon country.

Blaze a New Trail

Explore miles of breathtaking mountain biking trails on high-end full-suspension mountain bikes, and with the help of a professional guide. Each half- or full-day tour can be customized for your group’s experience and adventure level.

Adventure Education

Take a hybrid hiking and bus tour geared toward learning. Discover how geology, human history, and biodiversity culminated to create the world-famous Arches National Park, from the tiniest details to the grandest monoliths.

Discovery Drives

Discover iconic landforms of contrasting colors and textures with a 4-wheel-drive tour through Utah’s National Parks full of red rock wonderlands that amaze with formations, refresh with their trails, and inspire through the mysteries of erosion.

Sorrel River Ranch Resort

Utah Highway 128 Mile 17, Moab 
435-259-4642
sorrelriver.com

Outdoor Adventure – Elevated

Zion White Bison Resort (formerly known as Weeping Buffalo Resort) curates every aspect of its offerings to transport guests away from their busy lives, and into the majesty of the west through their signature elevated glamping experiences.  

Guests can spend their red rock adventure to Zion National Park in a variety of unique accommodations including covered wagons, tipis, cliff dwellings, glamping tents and RV sites.

And don’t fret, indoor cats, you don’t have to abandon convenience or comfort with these out-of-the-box lodgings: every unit is outfitted with heat and A/C, en-suite bathrooms, fire pits, and comfortable beds. Many suites also have private kitchens and hot tubs, primed for the perfect balance of comfort, adventure, and memory-making. 

“The best part of [Zion White Bison] is that your recreation doesn’t have to stop when you return in the evening,” says Cera Edgley, who has visited the resort with her family twice in the past year. “Adventure is a part of the whole experience, which made for a much more relaxed vacation.” 

“A place where you can relax and get away from the hustle of the world and connect with loved ones in a meaningful way.”

Jared Westhoff, Zion White Bison  Resort Partner

At Zion White Bison, guests don’t need to plan every minute of their day, because they rest assured knowing their lodging provides plenty of engagement and entertainment for the whole family. Lounge around personal fire pits, take a morning hike around the on-site water features and even get a glimpse of the rare and sacred white bison, which roam on the property in the bison sanctuary.

“I have loved working to build something where families can come and escape the chaotic world, be inspired, and enjoy the outdoors while having all the comforts they need,” says Jared Westhoff, a partner of Zion White Bison Resort. 

“It gets better every time we visit,” says Edgely. “We can’t get enough of the Utah sunset views, the pioneer history, and the feeling of being entrenched in nature.” 

Don’t settle for a monotonous hotel room, or end your adventure at the gates of Zion. Unplug and fully immerse in the beauty of Southern Utah, and leave Zion White Bison Resort feeling inspired & with memories that will last a lifetime.

Zion White Bison Resort

400 W. State Road 9, Virgin
435-635-3004 
zionwbr.com

Embracing Earth’s Gift Plant

Just like the wellness and health-minded culture that draws visitors from far and wide to the Park City peaks, Hemped Park City has a goal to help people heal—naturally. Owner Marilee Scruton and her team launched the Wellness Boutique in affiliation with Hemped NYC, some of the most innovative growers and cultivators in the country, and have created a comprehensive and broad line of non-GMO organic products sourced from the finest, most eco-friendly natural CBD grows. 

“It’s fun and exciting to be involved in this burgeoning industry and to help people explore the numerous benefits of hemp, and to hear their stories of healing related to pain management, sleep and anxiety concerns, skincare issues, and even seizures,” says Scruton. 

Scruton has carefully curated a list of high-end, luxury self-care products, each utilizing a few of over 100 cannabinoids and beneficial components that can be derived from what she describes as “Earth’s gift plant.” 

“Our mission is to delight our customers with carefully curated premium products and to help educate and support our local community while also giving back to those in need.”

Marilee Scruton, Owner

Heading Downtown

Hemped Park City recently expanded its Utah roots to another favorite neighborhood: 9th and 9th in all its eclectic glory. The new space will be adorned with stunning images of Hemped’s farms, growers, and products, and has an event room for private parties. This new location will also further Scruton’s goal of educating shoppers on the hemp plant and other herbs, and how they benefit the body. 

“There is a lot of misinformation and a bit of a stigma (still) around hemp, and we are trying to eradicate that as well as help people along on their journey to wellness.”

Must-Have Wellness Journey Starters 

CBD Salve Ointment

Some have even used the word “miracle” to describe this one. If that wasn’t enough: essential oils, arnica, lemongrass, beeswax, and full-spectrum hemp extract work together to help relieve pain and revive the skin.

CBD Treats and Tinctures for Pets

THC-free, but benefit-full. Designed to tackle all the issues pups share with their humans: anxiety, joint issues, and pain relief. 

CBD Tinctures

Something for every need! Hemped Park City offers symptom-specific tinctures as well as a favorite and best-selling Full Spectrum White CBG oil, extracted from a  single strain hemp plant, handpicked for high levels of CBG, while also containing all other terpenes and cannabinoids.

Hemped

804 Main Street, Park City
918 E. 900 South, SLC
435-800-2501
hempedparkcity.com

Beyond Basic Buds

At Deep Roots Harvest, cannabis is more than just a plant. With their “farm-to-body” program, each clean-cultivated harvest tells a story. Producing a variety of hybrid strains year-round, their team ensures that each yield is carefully bred for maximum potency to create quality products for customers visiting their shops.

Despite a host of misperceptions about the cannabis industry, Deep Roots Harvest goes above and beyond to become more than “that dispensary.” Through local service, activism, and of course quality products, the teams aim to position their shops as community assets.

“Working with our customers to find the right product that fits their needs is at the heart of our business,” says James Mao, director of Marketing.

“For us, cannabis is more than a plant! Every harvest tells a story. Our people, our work ethic, and our desire to bring out the very best is what sets us apart.”

James Mao, Marketing Director

On your next summer road-trip visit, sample a few of these Deep Roots Harvest favorites:

Blue Birds Pre-Rolls

Pre-rolls are a convenient and efficient way to consume cannabis. Blue Birds Pre-rolls come in a variety of strains, each with a smooth, robust flavor. Deep Roots Harvest prides itself in producing the cleanest cannabis around.

Gold Rush Concentrates

The Gold Rush Family of products is one of the more unique concentrates: dabs, disposable vape pens and cartridges in cured or live resin choices. 

Chillers Lozenges

Take edible to the next level with hard lozenges infused with a bit of the good stuff. Chillers are heavily researched, hand-crafted, and health-holistic at heart, aimed at delivering “delicious flavors to the mouth and giddy tingles to the soul.”

Cheeba Chews

The Cheeba Chews are known for their incredible flavors and wonderful texture. The team in the Deep Roots Harvest Kitchen has worked hard to get the right consistency in each chew, making it feel like you’re eating one of your childhood favorite treats.

Deep Roots Harvest has six dispensaries throughout Nevada with convenient locations in Mesquite, Reno, Las Vegas, and just across the border in West Wendover.

Keep out of reach of children. For use only by adults 21 years of age and older. (RD397)

Deep Roots Harvest

195 Willis Carrier Canyon, Mesquite, NV
702-345-2854
deeprootsharvest.com
@deeprootsharvestnv

Picture soaring over iconic Wasatch and Uintah peaks in a helicopter, taking in the dramatic views, then touching down to enjoy the incredible architecture of Blue Sky Ranch that mirrors them. The living roofs of the Edge Spa sown with native flora give way to picturesque meadows as you dive headfirst into a weekend of immersive adventure at The Lodge. 

Blue Sky guests can enjoy a host of exhilarating activities: heli sports like heli skiing and mountain biking, and rejuvenating spa retreats during winter chills; fireside yoga in cozy yurts or horseback riding lessons from the Saving Gracie Equine Healing Foundation for warm-weather thrills. Each excursion offers a truly nature-oriented experience. 

The Blue Sky family are genuine stewards of the earth, and take great measures to ensure that their carbon footprint is as minimal as possible. For your 2022 summer staycation, join in the conservation efforts with Organic Farm School at the entirely female-led, regenerative Gracie’s Farm. The team of farmers work the land using hand tools and animal grazing, for exceptional soil quality that generates equally exceptional produce. 

New to the Blue Sky lineup this season is a craft dinner series, hosted in partnership with Templin Family Brewing. This year, they offer several dinner events, each featuring a locally sourced menu designed by Blue Sky’s James Beard award-winning executive chef Galen Zamarra, complete with local beer pairings to complement each dish. 

“There is always something new happening at Blue Sky,” says Jessica Cook, director of sales and marketing at Blue Sky. “Our experience curators are always creating new, innovative programming that showcases how amazing Blue Sky is during any season.” 

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Utah with a stay in one of Blue Sky’s luxury rooms, including family-friendly Signature and Earth suites, and take your crew on an off-the-beaten-path adventure they’ll remember for a lifetime.

THE LODGE AT BLUE SKY

27649 Old Lincoln Highway, Wanship
866-296-8998 
aubergeresorts.com/bluesky

Read more about the Best Staycations here.

Whether you’re looking for a luxurious retreat, pining for a rugged mountain adventure or on the hunt for a totally unique experience (have you ever stayed at a working ranch?) The Lodge at Blue Sky ticks all the boxes, and its proximity to Salt Lake and Park City—both around a half hour’s drive—make it accessible while still feeling a million miles away. You don’t have to be a guest at the resort to enjoy an oxygen facial at the spa, dine on swordfish skewers at Yuta Restaurant or be whisked away in a helicopter to a high-alpine river for some fly fishing—but trust us, when you see the suites, you’ll want to.

RELAX

Guests can choose a sumptuous free-standing suite along a nearby creek or an ultra-luxury suite housed in the lodge with the bar, lounge, pool or spa at your disposal. After a curated half-day outdoor adventure, get the spa’s Whiskey Rubdown massage, enjoy a guided meditation session and extend the zen with a catnap on your suite’s terrace overlooking Alexander Canyon. Trust us–you’ll want to gear up for Galen Zamarraa’s multi-course evening feast at Yuta. Winner of the James Beard Award, the executive chef promises a dining adventure.

FLY HIGH

Want a bird’s eye view of our gorgeous Uinta and Wasatch ranges and access to some of the most remote alpine wilderness areas in Utah? The Lodge at Blue Sky has teamed up with Powderbird Helicopter company to offer guests one-of-a-kind helicopter adventures. Fly over peaks and valleys to fish for trout in high-alpine lakes, take a scenic lift to the top of the Uintas to hike or mountain bike through spectacular terrain, or sail above the clouds to remote peaks for a rejuvenating yoga session. Top off any adventure with a gourmet alpine picnic.

COUNTRY LIVING

As part of a 3,500-acre working ranch, horses and riding are part of the lodge’s DNA. The ranch offers everything from riding and English-style shooting lessons to casting and fly-tying classes in prelude to mountain adventures. Folks can also visit the resort’s on-site sustainable farm to pick herbs, veggies and collect eggs, “Now more than ever, virtual work and school has created a need for grounding, tactile experiences,” says Area Director of Sales and Marketing, Jessica Cook. “To restore balance, guests love to visit our organic farm to harvest vegetables, spend time in the company of our rescue horses, and explore our miles of lush hiking trails.” The resort offers immersive horse ranching camps for kids, visitors and lodge guests all summer long as well.

27649 Old Lincoln Hwy., Wanship
866-296-8998
aubergeresorts.com/bluesky

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