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Show 1 V Page 10 Thursday, December 11, 1980 The Newspaper Special J $10.00 1240 PARK AVENUE PARK CITY, UTAH 840M PNE649' Backcountry Skiers Could Use Some Snow Knowledge Own Your Own Chairlift ' 1 $ 1 "X -Reconditioned chairs from the original Thaynes Canyon chairlift -Solid oak slats -Suitable for indoor or outdoor use -Available with chain, frames or stand -Limited number available -SI 65 each, accessories extra Call 649-4562, ask for Kerry or write to P.O. Box 2276, Park City, Utah 8406O Shipping Available Everyone knows that no two snowflakes are alike. But what's different about them? To the casual observer, ob-server, it's simply a matter of design. Bui to the knowledgeable, know-ledgeable, each delicate crystal form signals changes that may mean an avalanche is imminent. Decoding the information carried on snow crystals is relatively unimportant to the recreational skier schussing down packed runs at a ski resort. But to the serious backcountry skier, professional pro-fessional guide, ski patrolman, patrol-man, or snow ranger, that information could mean the difference between life and death. "Reading" snow crystal forms is still a young science, and new techniques and equipment have been introduced over the years to make the job easier and more accurate. One of the newest tools has been designed de-signed by two Park City residents, who market their invention through their company, Snow Knowledge. The partners are Steve Conger and Dave Bodner, whose design of the Crystal Card has been a two-year venture. The Crystal Card is a 2'2 in. X 32 in. clear plastic card with a precision grid that pinpoints crystal size, and an information label printed with crystal type and hardness scale symbols. How is the card used? The partners explained that to observe the metamorphism of snow crystals to determine deter-mine snowpack stability, a pit is dug to expose the layers of snow. The card can be used to slice vertically through the snowpack to determine different snow layers, and then to sift out crystals for observation, measurement, and identification. identifi-cation. Conger noted that a similar simi-lar card is available on a metal grid, but the pair found that a clear card ' . ftujf - Vlf 4: ; allows the snow crystals to be back lit, making them better defined and more visible. "We've used credit cards and even season ski passes when we've studied crystals in the field," Bodner said. "We worked on it for two years and came up with the clear card." An important tool to accompany ac-company the Crystal Card is a hand lens to magnify the crystals, which also is available avail-able through Snow Knowledge. Know-ledge. The two are strung on a lanyard and hang around the neck for easy use. To record the data collected from a snowpit study, the Snow Study Weatherproof Field Book also is available. The partners commented that although the Crystal Card comes with an instruction instruc-tion sheet, some knowledge of how snow crystals change and what the changes mean is necessary to find the tool useful. "We designed the card for Steve Conger and Dave Bogner (above) have invented invent-ed the Crystal Card (right) to help skiers read the snow. the serious backcountry skier or for those who are really interested in crystal formation," Conger said. Where did the pair gain the experience necessary to design the Crystal Card? Conger said he has spent the better part of his life in the mountains, and now is in his third year of working on the Park City Resort Ski Patrol. While he takes credit for engineering the card, "The biggest thing is miles, and that's where Dave comes in," Conger said, referring to his partner's experience. Bodner, who moved to Park City in 1972, served as the assistant snow safety director for the Resort Ski Patrol. He now is the avalanche hazard forecaster for the Utah Powderbird Guides helicopter service. He has taken numerous II" 1 ?V 4 ' f i - . i : .".ry ; i S Now Open Wth'' f 15 5:30-11:00 ' ' 7DaysaWeek rWH 1 '' ;'v:'r 306 Main St. . Park City, Utah 649-6800 courses in avalanche forecasting, fore-casting, but he noted, "You can take all the courses in the world, but if you don't take that knowledge out onto the snow, it means nothing." The Crystal Card already is gaining popularity among those people most respected by Bodner and Conger. To date, ifthe card has been J purchased by Canadian Mountain Holidays helicopter helicop-ter skiing company, Peter Schearer of the National Research Council in Canada, Rod Newcomb of the American Ameri-can Avalanche Institute, snow rangers in district ranger stations at Mt. Rainier and Yellowstone National Park, and it is a required tool for the snow physics class at Montana State University. For further information and prices of the Crystal Card and other tools available, avail-able, write to Snow Knowledge, Know-ledge, P.O.Box 566, Park City. A free catalog also is available. mom fflfef'a'u n t' A' l' n A GUiDE T O PJNIN S U STENA N C E G N A R K T ADOLPH'S On the golf course, Park City. Exceptional dining with Swiss hospitality. Everything from Escargots Bourguig-nonne, Bourguig-nonne, Raclette Swiss style to veal specialties. Seafood, beef and chef's specials; Roast Rack of Lamb, Steak Diane and Roast Duckling a L'Orange for dinner, flaming desserts and Sunday Brunch year round. Hours: 6 -1 1 nightly, Sunday Brunch 1 1 a.m. - 2 p.m. Reservations requested, 64971 77. BAGEL NOSH 592 Main St., 649-6674. The restaurant chain that boasts "everything" on a bagel. For the uninitiated, a Bage! Nosh is a combination bakery, delicatessen, and restaurant, specializing spe-cializing in ten varieties of oven fresh bagels baked on the premises and served with everything from plain cream cheese to pastrami. Also specializing in "take out" and catering. Open daily from 7 a.m. - midnight, 7 days a week. CAR 19 Reasonably priced dining featuring prime rib, nightly . -chef's specials and a unique variety of entrees. Serving dinner din-ner 6-11 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Mini-bottle and wine service available with dinner. For more information, call 649-9486, 649-9474 or 649-9338. 438 Main Street. THE CARBIDE LAMP Dine in authentic old mining atmosphere on Park City's historic Main Street. Specializing in Prime Rib, steaks and outstanding seafood. Build your own salad from real mine car salad bar and dip your soup from original shaft sinking buckets. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as an excellent Sunday Brunch. We feature daily lunch and dinner specials, along with homemade soups, breads, dressings and desserts. Private party room available with dance floor and catering. Take-out orders and box lunches prepared. Wine and liquor available. Hours: Monday Saturday, 8 a.m. -10 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 649-6466. 596 Main Street. THE CLAIMJUMPER Set in the historic Claimjumper Hotel, this first-rate steekhouse serves the famous Baseball Steak as a specialty. special-ty. Old whiskey bottles serve as menus. Open 6 10 p.m., Sunday -Thursday; 6-11 p.m., Friday & Saturday. 573 Main Street, 649-8051. THE CORNER STORE Whether you eat indoors or on the patio, The Corner Store makes dining a delight. Try our "Super Sundae", the ice cream sundae you build yourself. Pour on our 10 toppings, top-pings, add nuts, carob chips and whipped cream and WOW it's "SUPER SUNDAE"!. Featuring giant 6 oz. gourmet burgers bur-gers and delightfully different sandwiches. Catering, too..', at the Resort. Open daily 1 1 8 p.m., 649-8600. DIGGER'S EXPRESS COMPANY This "local" restaurant and bar located downstairs at 442 Main St. features breakfast (8-11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday only) and lunch (1 1 :30 a.m. - 4 p.m.). Inside or out on the back patio. Come try Digger's Homemade Lunch Specials (Monday - Friday). Also serving beer and set-ups 'til 1 a.m. THE EATING ESTABLISHMENT Join us in our patio greenhouse for breakfast, lunch or dinnei featuring our famous breakfast specials, including "The Miner's Dawn" and Park City's best selection of soups, sandwiches, omelettes as well as our excellent salad bar. Sunday-Thursday. 6:30 a.m. tp 10 p.m.. Friday and Saturday. 6.30 a.m. to 12 a.m. Breakfast served.anytime. Visa and Mastercharge accepted. 315 Mam St.. 649-8284 EL PAPAGAYO (THE PARROT) Look for the brightly colored parrot at 430 Main St. and try our authentic Mexican Food. Lunch served from 11:30 2:30 and dinner from 5:00 10:00 seven days a week. Sunday Brunch served from 10:00 - 2:00 featuring strawberry margarita set-ups, or try calling 649-6900 for your Take-Out meal. FINNEY'S, A GATHERING PLACE ' ' ' '. Just what it says, a place to gather and enjoy good char; burgers, deli sandwiches and beverages inside or at outdoor out-door tables. Located in the Old Town across from Utah Coal and Lumber. Happy hour from 5 7 daily. Ladies' night Tuesday Tues-day and Thursday. Boys' night out Wednesday. Stop in and play charts or foosball anytime. , ? GRUB STEAK Is Park City's largest steakhouse where you can watch your faorite cut broiled on the open grill. The restaurant features steaks, prime rib and seafood. This area's largest and freshest salad bar boasts over 35 items. Entertainment, Wednesday through Saturday. Open 6-10 p.m. Monday -Thursday, 6-11 p.m. Friday & Saturday and 5 10 p.m. Sundays. Sun-days. Open for breakfast during the ski season. Located in Prospector Square. 649-8060. THE IRISH CAMEL "Unique" describes this new establishment best. A pub atmosphere with a collection of antiques enhanced with oak, brass and stained glass. Serving authentic Mexican dishes, burgers and salads. And the price is right! You'll also enjoy our frozen strawberry or lime margarita set-ups so don't forget your booze! 434 Main St. 649-6645. Closed Wednesdays. JANEAUX'S This beautifully restored restaurant is a "must see" during dur-ing your stay in Park City. Crab, salmon, cordon bleu, prime rib, roast duck, and pepper steaks are just a few of the expertly ex-pertly prepared entrees. Dinner 5:30 -10:30. 306 Main St. 649-6800. ' MILETI'S Park City's only Italian restaurant offers an elegant but intimate atmosphere to enjoy the offerings of a now expanded ex-panded a la carte menu. The menu features items such as escargot and antipasto for appetizers, while pastas, veal, chicken and beef dominate the entree selection. Moderately Moderate-ly priced. 412 Main St., 649-8211. Dinner hours are from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m., 6 nights a week. Mileti's Social Association, a private club, is located upstairs. Open from 5:30 1 a.m. PARK CITY YACHT CLUB RESTAURANT 649-7778. You'll find us conveniently located at the Resort Re-sort center with unlimited parking. Sail into Park City's finest fi-nest restaurant and enjoy the casual and most unique atmosphere atmos-phere in town. You can dine under the stars in our glass enclosed en-closed dining room overlooking the waterfall or have oysters oyst-ers on the half shell at the oyster bar alongside the warmth of the antique fireplace. The menu includes the best seafood sea-food and beef available, vegetarian plates or a fantastic voyage voy-age to our famous salad boat. Open every evening. ROYCE'S , Located at 1800 Park Avenue in the Yarrow (a Holiday Inn) The atmosphere is casual, but you can count on some of Park City's finest cooking with a fare ranging from American Ameri-can to Continental. Breakfast is served from 7 a.m. -11:30 a.m., lunch from 11:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. -10 p.m. There are daily lunch and dinner specials. Beer and set-ups are available. (There's a liquor store on the premises). We welcome you to join us. 649-8659. SHANNONS Shannons will re-open for the winter season on or about December 20. Shannons dining room is available for private parties. Call and inquire about our special holiday menu for these affairs. 649-9474. '-f-K, i j i 1 ,.1.i..m.u. I... . ii ...i.l. lIuj |