Jim Steenburgh is professor of atmospheric science at the University of Utah. An avid backcountry and resort skier and creator of the popular blog Wasatch Weather Weenies, he is a leading authority on mountain weather and snowstorms and led the award-winning numerical weather prediction team for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. His research on snow, winter storms, and forecasting has been featured by The Weather Channel, New York Times, USA Today, and Salt Lake Tribune.
"Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth covers all of the essential
topics for Utah powder lovers of every stripe. Jim Steenburgh's
dual passion for powder skiing and the science behind the weather
that produces Utah's legendary snowfall make him the ultimate
authority on 'The Greatest Snow on Earth'."
--Nathan Rafferty, President, Ski Utah
"Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth will prove to be the primer
for debates and inquiries about why Wasatch snow is so great."
--Onno Wieringa, General Manager, Alta Ski Area
"An entertaining, expert discussion on the science behind snow and
skiing. A great read for snow lovers and ski enthusiasts
alike."
--Thomas Niziol, Winter Weather Expert at The Weather Channel
"Steenburg shares a career's worth of knowledge in this book. His
love of both snow science and skiing are obvious, and he adds humor
and personality to the scientific discussion."
--Amy Zaref, First Tracks!! Online Skiing Magazine
"Everything you always wanted to know about how snow forms, and how
to follow forecasts so you see ho much and where, is in the book.
It's a must have for any fan of snow, sure to get you exctied about
winter, and give you an understanding of Utah snow, and a bevy of
conversation topics for the chairlift ride."
--Paul Oelerich, Utah Adventure Journal
"For backcountry enthusiasts that find themselves infatuated with
weather patterns, snow water equivalents, micro-climates and Utah,
this book is a dream come true."
--Amos Horn, The Backcountry Skiing Blog
"I have eagerly awaited the publication of Jim Steenburgh's book.
Jim is one of those popular and charismatic professors with the
rare gift of being able to explain complex science in layman's
terms while also infecting his audience with his boundless
enthusiasm and energy . . . Many of my conversations with him,
lectures I've attended, and questions I've asked him are combined
into one easy-to-understand book for the general public."
--Bruce Tremper, Utah Avalanche Center
"When it comes to snow, the details--both small- and
large-scale--do matter. If we all observed our surroundings with as
much curiosity and enthusiasm as Steenburgh, the world could be a
much better-tended place."
--Sandra J. Ackerman, American Scientist
Both Steenburgh's scholarly expertise and his experience as an avid
skier help make his book about weather a page-turner."
--Boanerges Lewis, Deseret News
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