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Ski icon Glen Plake brings Down Home Tour to Brian Head Resort

Marina Knight
Feb 19, 2025

Photo: Brian Head

BRIAN HEAD, Utah – Legendary skier Glen Plake made a stop at Brian Head Resort as part of his Down Home Tour, a grassroots tradition that celebrates small, independent ski areas across the country.

Plake, known for his iconic mohawk and infectious energy, launched the Down Home Tour in 1991 with his wife, Kimberly, to connect with local ski communities away from the spotlight of big-name resorts.

During his visit, Plake skied with guests, shared stories, and embraced Brian Head’s community-driven vibe. His arrival came just as 10 inches of fresh snow blanketed the resort between Feb. 13-15, setting up prime conditions to close out President’s Day weekend.

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By: Marina Knight

Contact: marina@townlift.com

Marina Knight began her career in journalism working for The Stowe Reporter in 2003, where she was a staff writer and later the publication’s Web Editor. She covered the Winter Olympic Games in 2006 and 2010, and has worked as a freelance writer covering outdoor topics as well as art criticism. Most recently, Knight was Editor-in-Chief of SkiRacing.com. She has won multiple awards from the New England Newspaper Association for environmental reporting, feature writing and art criticism. She lives with her family in Park City. In her free time you’ll find her in the mountains

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