Preserving Park City's Past

Park City Trails and Open Space resource specialists Jack Kuchar and Joe Sipe share shoulder-season trail tips and an update on wildfire mitigation and a new biochar pilot in Thaynes Canyon.

In this episode of PCCast, we catch up with Park City's Recreation Department.First, Heather Todd looks back on the first season of the upgraded pools at the PC MARC. Jess Moran gives an update on The Mine at City Park, from the new sports courts and playground to what the public can expect inside when it opens.Then we sit down with Recreation Director Ken Fisher, who is retiring in January after 35 years with the City. Ken shares how a job as a youth soccer referee turned into a career, the story behind Jack Sutton Field, and his advice for anyone considering a career in recreation or local government.

In this episode of PCCast, Dalton Gackle of the Park City Museum talks about where the Miners Day holiday came from and what mining life was like, plus Wayne McKay discusses the new Historic Mine Route and its free audio guide.Details on the Park City Historic Mine Route: https://hmr.parkcityhistory.org/

This month's PCCast is all about Leadership Park City. Leadership Park City Director Scott van Hartesvelt discusses the program's history, values, and curriculum. He also shares details for anyone thinking about applying to Class 33.Also, Class 32 members Courtney Benson and Will Seggos talk about their experience with the Leadership program.Applications for Class 33 are open through August 21. Learn more about Leadership Park CityStart an application for Class 33

In this episode, Utah Open Lands Executive Director Wendy Fisher tells the story of how the community rallied to protect Bonanza Flat. Then Park City Transportation Planner Julia Collins explains how the extension of free 9 Purple bus turned transit into a trailhead for mountain bikers, hikers, and cross country skiers.Transit Is Your TrailheadPark City Transit's 9 Purple route extends to the Bonanza Flat and Bloods Lake Trailheads Friday through Sunday, offering free, frequent access to the Bonanza Flat Conservation Area. The route runs from the Old Town Transit Center, and buses carry bikes and welcome leashed, muzzled dogs. View the 9 Purple schedule. Utah Open Lands’ Bonanza Shuttle connects riders from the bottom of Big Cottonwood Canyon to Bonanza Flat. Information about Transit to Trails from the Cottonwood Heights park and ride.

Park City manages almost 6,000 acres of open space, and keeping it healthy is a year-round job. In this episode of PCCast, we sit down with Joe Sipe and Adam Smath from the City's Trails and Open Space team to talk wildfire risk, forest health, invasive weeds, and what the community can do to help.Your Barn Door is Open tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-barn-door-is-open-tickets-1986016647254?aff=erelexpmlt&fbclid=IwY2xjawSOkQJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiUmpSbjF6d2FnSGdnWEN3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoX9zVWBB5SUdBmUMHFcmCZiLYxbyWfsEfMp-vZGmzdXPjYQMNfhqO8H1N-D_aem_qpmZE9UcJvURKpTyq7I5OQ

In this episode of PCCast, we talk with Brian Buck, project manager with the Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History, about ongoing work to preserve Park City's iconic mining structures scattered across the mountains. Then we sit down with Lola Beatlebrox, a member of City's Historic Preservation Board, to discuss the role of local government in preserving historic properties.

In this episode of PCCast, we sit down with Park City's Director of Lands and Sustainability, Luke Cartin, to break down the proposed waste reduction ordinance. Then, Trails and Open Space Coordinator Billy Kurek and Transportation Planner Anna Maki join us to talk e-bikes: the rules on the trail today and the questions the City is planning around for tomorrow.Notes:Additional details on the proposed local waste reduction ordinance.E-bike regulations in Park City.Park City Municipal and Rocky Mountain Power are undergrounding high-voltage transmission lines in the Bonanza Park area. Work is underway on Kearns Boulevard and continues through mid-May. Drivers should expect lane reductions and detours during this period. More information can be found on the Transmission Line Undergrounding page.Park City Transit transitioned to its spring service schedule on Sunday, April 5. Visit the Park City Transit website for routes, schedules, and trip planning.

This month on PCCast, we hear from two people who were on the ground in Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics. City Councilmember Tana Toly was part of Park City's observer delegation, and Jennifer Wesselhoff, President and CEO of the Park City Chamber, made the trip as well. Together, they share what it was like to be inside an Olympic host city — and what those lessons mean for Park City as Utah prepares for 2034.Then, we sit down with Molly Miller, who was recently appointed to the Park City Council. Molly discusses her career background, what she loves about her neighborhood, Prospector, and her philosophy for public service.

In this episode of PCCast, we look back at the legacy of the 2002 Winter Games, what state leaders are learning from the 2026 event in Italy, and how those lessons are shaping preparations for 2034 in Utah.Tom Kelly, communications lead for the Utah 2034 Organizing Committee, shares insight on Park City athletes to watch this month and what local leaders are learning on the ground as part of the International Olympic Committee's Observers Program.Former Park City Mayor Dana Williams reflects on the unique challenges and civic pride of hosting in 2002, from City Hall operations to the global spotlight.