Hints of Fall

I don't want to overstate it as yesterday's high temperature was only 5ºF below average for the day, but it's nice to feel a hint of fall in the air.  Yesterday and last night were cool enough that we actually had to partially close the windows to keep the house from getting too cold.  That's such a nice change from the nuclear summer we've been experiencing.

In the mood for further chilling, I decided to do a quick hike up Snowbird yesterday afternoon.  When time is limited, I've always found that to be a great workout with the added advantage of limiting wear and tear on my increasingly creaky knees.

I had completely forgotten about Oktoberfest, so, in addition to the cooler air giving me a taste for the coming winter, I also got a full-blown taste of Little Cottonwood gridlock.

Red Snake in September!

The growth of Oktoberfest the past few years is quite astounding.  In fact, I don't know if I've ever seen more cars parked at Snowbird than I did yesterday, even in the winter.

Full House

How about a full tram, on the way down.  

Further evidence of the need for improved full-season (or at least two-season) mass transit in the canyons.  Alternatively, a number of carpool apps are now available.  Perhaps one will go viral for the Cottonwoods this winter.