02/20/2026
Morgan and I drove to Utah this last week to build out my second Painted Tree location! 🎉
The little Ranger was loaded to its absolute capacity with tools, materials, products, luggage, and skis (nordic and downhill)
Sunday was a travel day (8 hrs to Orem from Reno)
Monday Morgan helped me get the painting completed, and we also got the wood slat walls installed, and lights.
After that, we drove out to Soldier Hollow to skate ski on 100% artificial snow! Very interesting experience.
Tuesday Morgan had work, so I finished off the space. Hanging the sign was probably my favorite part, it turned out nice. 👍 It felt good to see it come together, the entire thing (measurements included) was all mocked up in my laser cutting software... Not the easiest method! 😅
Wednesday we both worked remotely from a bagel shop in Orem, and caught a movie.
Thursday we attempted to downhill ski, but the worst traffic we've ever seen squashed those dreams, so we pivoted to more skate skiing!
Friday is the long drive back home. 👍
My fingers are crossed for a other successful painted tree location! Hopefully Utah is receptive to bathymetry maps! 🤞👍