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Monday, August 25, 2025

8-25-2025 big time

 With this season's big Ikon pass 2025-26 already in hand I’m getting a Brighton midweek Mon-Fri season pass….. FourTwenty at the sunny spot every weekday helps break up a 900 am to 2100 pm all day all night super ski day Brighton memories 2025 Mt Hood Oregon July 2025 top of the “Miracle Mile chair lift… “I work at the terrain park at Brighton, You ski there too!!”  Parking lot at Timberline lodge Oregon, ”You're from Brighton Ut, I saw your tracks all over!!!” Thank you. (Scott and I met Van from Snowbird and Cal from Alta skiing the Palmer Snowfield too) back to Brighton, Crest Express base loading with the boss getting rowdy…. “Burke, Burke Burke” my name coming over the loud speaker with Farmer leading his Liftys yelling with joy!!! Talk about Magic and enjoying the mountain I learned to ski on…..Bonus and what to look forward to at Brighton this upcoming season…. Pizza Pie & Beer Day If you know you know… see you at the B! 




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Monday, August 11, 2025

Wasatch Wiggle, Snowbird, Solitude and Brighton

 The Boss and I hiked Snowbird Saturday, Octoberfest day one! Sunday we visited Solitude and hiked Brighton... First time to see the Mt trail map on the Mt with this very cool trail name at Brighton!



"Wasatch Wiggle"
AI Overview
Burke Weir, also known as Mr. Wiggles, is a well-known and possibly the most famous snowblader in Utah and the world. He's a local at Alta, Brighton, Snowbird, and Solitude, easily recognizable with his snowblades and unique outfits. Burke is known for his passion for skiing and his love for the sport on the shortest skis.
This video features Burke Weir, known as Mr. Wiggles, and his love for snowblading:
Here's why Burke Weir is famous:
Snowblader Icon:
Burke is known for his distinctive style of skiing on snowblades, making him a recognizable figure on the slopes.
Wasatch Local:
He frequents the Wasatch Front resorts, including Alta, Brighton, Snowbird, and Solitude, and is a fixture on the hills.
Outrageous Outfits and Attitude:
Burke's unique outfits and energetic personality contribute to his fame, making him a memorable presence on the mountain.
Dedicated Skier:
He's known for his passion for skiing and his commitment to getting out on the slopes, averaging 120 days a year.
"Mr. Wiggles":
He's also known by the nickname "Mr. Wiggles," adding to his unique persona."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2kGFRHorX8 




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Friday, August 8, 2025

Ski Portfolio and DV sticker plus season highlights 2024-2025 ski season

 2006 I moved back home where I was raised in Holladay UT . Thank you Mom and Dad in Heaven...

Worked at Solitude for two ski seasons 
Worked at Sunlight Solar for a decade
Quit drinking alcohol Feb 2015
Reward.... SkiUtah made a film about a Snow-blader, "Just meet our guy at Snowbird, Your choice of subject matter" YUP!! And first ever Alta-bird season pass plus the big cottonwood season pass before Ikon. Thank you Marc!!
Working at a Job now where the boss wants to ski all year!! We skied Mt Hood twice this summer and ended as usual at Mammoth on June 15th 2025 Thank you Scott!
Some highlights from this last season... Deer Valley, Skiing the new area with Scott, We met Wayne Wong and was invited to have lunch at the empire ski hut!!
Skiing with Edward and Colleen from Boston down "Corbonite" run with fresh snow and great views!! plus the "Green Monster" run...DV East Village was Excellent!
Snowbird with Scott, I forgot my pass, Catch the Tram up I'll come up later. He met Amiee from N Hollywood and Mammoth..... The rest of the ski day flew by, WoW!
We took her to Solitude and had a great time with the grandkids skiing eagle ridge wow! Brighton is always magic, The cool kids have a Pizza oven hidden at the Sunny spot where we gather on certain ski nights around 420...Big Bear and Snow Summit... We met Mammoth Scott at his Cabin along with Raymond and Larry... Excellent!
 I found this online.
AI Overview
"The famous "snow-blader" of the Wasatch, known for his distinctive blades and flamboyant style, is Burke Weir. He's a fixture at Alta, Brighton, Snowbird, and Solitude, and is known for his love of skiing and his vibrant personality. While not officially affiliated with Deer Valley, his presence on the slopes makes him a well-known figure in the Utah ski scene. 
Here's why Burke Weir is known as the "snow-blader":
  • Unconventional skis: He's known for using snow blades, which are much shorter than traditional skis. 
  • Outrageous outfits: He often wears eye-catching and colorful clothing while skiing. 
  • High energy: He's known for his energetic and enthusiastic approach to skiing. 
  • Local legend: He frequents several resorts in the Wasatch and is a well-known character on the slopes. 
While Deer Valley is a popular resort, Burke Weir is not exclusively associated with it, but his presence in the broader Utah ski scene makes him a notable figure according to ski news outlets. "


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