Travel: Park City, Utah

This morning I conquered one of my fears—downhill skiing, a sport I haven't attempted in at least a dozen years, probably more. I tested the runs at The Canyons Resort in Park City, UT, a ski area that really rocks for beginners and advanced skiers alike. Whereas most ski areas offer beginner runs only at the bottom of the mountain, with the views and fancy gondolas and trams reserved for the more challenging runs, at The Canyons has easy and hard runs all over the mountain, which means skiers of all levels to share the best parts of the peak.

I was fitted for a pair of 4FRNT skis, outfitted in some comfy, cute gear from Powderhorn—all of which has Western, snow-chic flair—and enrolled in ski school. My instructor, Stefan, had me gliding down the mountain in no time, teaching me to connect turns, conquer steep slopes and stop on a dime. For me, it was a good lesson in more than just skiing. I also realized that it's never too late to learn something new.