Instructor/Tour Guide - Sheryl McGlochlin

Home: 801-278-5313 Cell: 801-205-3852
Smcgloch@yahoo.com
website: www.crazysheryl.com

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Hidden Falls in Big Cottonwood Canyon

Incredible Day Hikes in the Wasatch Mountains We are a group of outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for Utah's Wasatch Mountains! We love the wilderness areas, wildflowers, wildlife, backcountry and canyons that Utah has to offer – especially within minutes of leaving the Salt Lake valley. We love what the raw, wild beauty of these lands can do for the human spirit, and how hiking up a mountain can soothe and excite an urban soul. We are committed to helping others enjoy this great outdoor experience - no matter what their abilities are. We strive to be the best we can by constantly improving, adapting, growing and listening to our hikers and our team.

"List of Most Important Things to Bring for Fall/Winter Hiking."         TIP: Travel light but bring the essentials. ALWAYS be prepared for ANY type of mountain weather:          Yak Trax - $20, these slip on OVER your hiking shoes - get the kind with spiral wire - NOT the little spikes     Pants - I recommend hiking in long pants rather than shorts year round - less cut up legs & bites.       Stay away from cotton fabrics or fabrics that retain water. Polyester and other synthetic fabrics are best.     Wind orRainproof Jacket       Dress in layers!  Example: Light-weight top, fleece vest, rainproof jacket, etc.       Wear clothes you can peel off easily if necessary.       Light Rain coat or poncho with hood.       Fanny Pack or Light Back Pack       LED Lamp       Water Bottle       Cell Phone (for emergency only)       Food (Energy/Granola Bar, Trail Mix, Hard Candy, etc.)       Shoes - quality, comfortable, light-weight walking shoes with good tread       Socks - "Smart Wool" Socks or any similar brand of socks. You can also wear a thicker outer sock and thin, polypropylene liner socks.             BIG MONEY SAVING TIP: Get acquainted with all the quality outdoor winter clothing at any of the favorite outdoor retail stores like REI, Kirkhams, Recreation Outlet, etc. then go to one of many thrift shops or consignment shops here in Salt Lake and buy a lot of your clothing second hand for a LOT less.  I stock up on quality winter clothing from all the treasures I find at Yard Sales during the summer months.        TIP: QUALITY SHOES AND SOCKS will make a HUGE difference in how much you enjoy hiking all year round. You can buy all the rest of your clothes second hand but invest in QUALITY shoes and socks.  I personally love "Merrill" Hiking Shoes.     Gloves       Lip Protection       Trekking Poles (cheap ski poles work well also)       Hat       Sunglasses       First Aid Kit       Sunscreen

Stairs Gulch in Big Cottonwood Canyon

• Weekly Hiking opportunities are posted on my site.  Check it often!
• Monthly Campouts around the state of Utah are posted on the site also.
• Enjoy a great workout.
• Realize what an incredible area of the world we live in and witness the beauty of it all.

Year Round Hiking Group – regardless of the weather (except for lightning).

Crazy Sheryl’s Hiking Group began in February 2003.

• Out of town Outdoor Utah Adventure Trips are scheduled generally once a month.

Hikes are a minimum of once a week, sometimes up to 3 or 4 per week.

Join us as often as you like.

Viewing details of the hikes online anytime and invite your friends to do the same.

Invite others to join our group.

Email me to be added to our Hiking Email list. smcgloch@yahoo.com

Many opportunities to meet a wide variety of people who love the outdoors.

Over 500 hiking outdoor enthusiasts are included on our email list and new people are joining every day.

Each hike is made up of a wide variety of abilities, skills and experience.

Feel free to go at your own pace on a hike.

Online information includes details about each hike: elevation gain, distance, easy, moderate, difficult, etc..

Most weekly hikes range from 1 – 4 hours.

Hike as long as you feel comfortable. Feel free to turn back anytime if you desire.

If you leave the hike early, let us know so we know what happened to you.

More advanced hikers are invited to scout out new trails with me or join us on more difficult hikes.

Check my website often as the information is updated almost daily. (www.crazysheryl.com)

Hikes are held Monday through Saturday.

I don't promote any hikes on Sunday, however, I can help you network with others who do.

Saturday is our most popular hiking day.

Spring/Summertime we start around 7 - 8 am. Fall/Winter we start around 8:30 or 9:30 a.m.

Evening hikes range from 6 – 9 p.m. Some night hikes are held in the Salt Lake valley.

Hikers are asked to sign a release form.

A hiking punch card is your admission to each hike. Purchase a punch-card from Sheryl anytime and bring it with you when you attend a hike.

• Punchcards cost $35 for 15 hikes of YOUR choice.

• If for ANY reason you don’t like the hike you are on, please let me know and I’ll be glad to give you a credit for a future hike of your choice.

• Punchcards are non-refundable, but they may be transferred over for someone else to use.

Safety Considerations:

• Always be cognizant of safety when you are out in the mountains.
  It’s best not to travel alone.
• Leave details of your planned route and return time with someone who can alert authorities if you become overdue.
• Be properly equipped and physically prepared for your outing.
  This doesn’t mean you have to be a super-athlete.
• Many hikes don’t require high levels of fitness and commitment.
• Do choose a hike commensurate with your physical condition and experience to increase your enjoyment and avoid safety problems.
• Remember what goes up must come down. Always make sure you have enough strength and energy to come down off the mountain.
• There is wildlife in the mountains. Don’t bother any wildlife or you may be sorry.
• Be familiar with how to act around wildlife.
• Make sure you get back home safely and on time.
• Don’t push yourself to exhaustion.
• Stay on the marked trails.
• Avoid hiking with full sun exposure in the middle of the day.
• Respect private property.

About Sheryl I was born and raised in Holladay, Utah, located along the east bench of Salt Lake City and at the foot of Mt. Olympus. My teen years were spent in Golden, Colorado, and a suburb of Denver closest to the Rocky Mountains. I have always lived at the foot of some great mountain range. Part of me is high tech, 21st century woman while the other part of me is a mountain woman. I love to hike with people.

Mill B North Trail in Big Cottonwood Canyon

Three years ago I was having a crisis in my life and found myself wanting to get away from everything. I wanted to hike but couldn’t find anyone to hike with so I started hiking on my own. After about 4 hikes up Mt. Olympus alone, I realized it wasn’t very smart or safe. Since I couldn’t find anyone to hike with, I decided to start my own hiking group so I could have someone to hike with. Since then I have hiked every nearly EVERY week for the past three years, sometimes three and four times a week. There IS safety in numbers when you are hiking in the wilderness. I love promoting, organizing and participating in just about every hike I offer. My wish is for you to have many of the same great, wonderful, experiences I’ve had. If I can help you in any way, please let me know.

Caution: It is wise to get a medical checkup before engaging in any activity such as hiking. This sport can be hazardous and dangerous. Weather conditions can change dramatically. Lightning can strike without much notice. Animals and plants can be a threat. Good judgement and knowledge of these mountains are critical. You must be willing to follow the advice of the hiking guide and accept responsibility for your own behavior and actions.

PHOTO GALLERY

Bells Canyon near Little Cottonwood Canyon - more photos

Winter Hikes November & December 2005

Bells Canyon Falls - more photos

Bonneville Shoreline Trail Overlooking Draper more photos
	Breakfast in Millcreek Canyon - more photos

Catherine Pass near Albion Basin in Little Cottonwood Canyon - more photos

Memory Grove and City Creek Canyon near the State Capitol - more photos

Mt. Olympus Trail in the Fall - more photos

Secret Lake, Alta Ski Resort, Little Cottonwood Canyon - more photos

Willow Heights in Big Cottonwood Canyon more photos

Albion Basin near Alta Ski Resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon - more photos

Mill B North Trail in Big Cottonwood Canyon more photos

Hidden Falls - Big Cottonwood Canyon - more photos

Ferguson Canyon near Big Cottonwood Canyon - more photos

Dimple Dell Gulch in Sandy