Utah can be a pretty goofy place, sometimes. Here are 15 times our weirdness was captured on film.
- Call Human Resources!
jon/flickr The iconic Thunderbird Restaurant in Mt. Carmel opened in 1940. The owner, Jack Morrison, spelled the word “Homemade” as “Ho-Made” so it would fit on the sign. Of course, in 1940, today’s meaning of “Ho” didn’t exist. I’m sure the people who make these pies are perfectly wonderful, and of the highest moral standards.
- Parking?
Tom Kelly/flickr When the nearest parking spot is still a LONG WAY from the monument…
- Let’s Try to Say This in a Way You Can Understand…
Phil Whitehouse/flickr This sign is at Bryce Canyon National Park, where park rangers speak English AND Canine.
- Even Cops Need Some Fun
Brian/flickr Everyone’s always making for of cops for hanging out at the donut shop. Bet you didn’t know that State Troopers prefer the rollicking entertainment of Jungle Jim’s!
- Always Choose the Right Tool
Ryan Greenberg/flickr Gonna need a bigger shovel for that job.
- Who Needs the Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control?
Catherine Rees Just dig a trench in the middle of the beer aisle at Harmon’s…that’ll dissuade ‘em.
- Not Everyone Gets the Joke
Bryan Jones/flickr He thinks it’s funny, though.
- I Didn’t Do It…Honest!
Rachel Zurer/flickr He just fell over. Too much hiking, maybe. No idea how those rocks got lined up on top of him.
- It’s a Crime, All Right
Brian/flickr This crime scene tape was installed at the State Capitol during the 2009 Legislative Session. Perhaps these are the seats reserved for the lobbyists?
- Salad Bar Etiquette
Brian/flickr What, were you raised in a barn? The tray is for your plate. The PLATE is for your salad. And if you’re getting your salad to go, you only get half. Is that because there’s a penalty for being antisocial and eating alone at your desk?
- Where the Sidewalk Ends
Douglas Cootey/flickr This must be what Shel Silverstein was talking about.
- Party ‘Til You Die
412/flickr Convenient that they’re located right next door to each other, isn’t it?
- No Off-Roading
Lance and Erin/flickr Just a public service announcement reminding neighborhood bison to please stay on the road. Just because they weigh 3,500 pounds doesn’t mean they can drive wherever they want.
- High-Speed Breakfast
CGP Grey/flickr When you stay in a budget hotel, you’d better be prepared for an early checkout. Eat fast.
- Missions…They’re Not Just for Mormons
JJ George/flickr This was posted in front of the Greek Orthodox church in Price. No prosecution for trespassing…just love, baptism and a foreign mission.
- The 11th Commandment…
RaKell Marrie Reader RaKell Marrie submitted this photo. Moses would approve.
- In Case You Didn’t Already Know
Eric Hill It turns out that beer has alcohol in it! Hopefully you read the label BEFORE you drink 5 or 6 of these. Thanks to reader Eric Hill for the submission!
- Where You Aren’t
Jane Markosian Reader Jane Markosian thought it was pretty funny to post a sign of where you aren’t. I agree! Thanks, Jane!
I’ve added three more photos today, submitted by readers. Do you have a funny photo (That YOU took in Utah) that you’d like me to add to our list? If so, add the photo in the Facebook comments along with a note, telling me that you’re the photographer and that I have your permission to post the photo here!
jon/flickr
The iconic Thunderbird Restaurant in Mt. Carmel opened in 1940. The owner, Jack Morrison, spelled the word “Homemade” as “Ho-Made” so it would fit on the sign. Of course, in 1940, today’s meaning of “Ho” didn’t exist. I’m sure the people who make these pies are perfectly wonderful, and of the highest moral standards.
Tom Kelly/flickr
When the nearest parking spot is still a LONG WAY from the monument…
Phil Whitehouse/flickr
This sign is at Bryce Canyon National Park, where park rangers speak English AND Canine.
Brian/flickr
Everyone’s always making for of cops for hanging out at the donut shop. Bet you didn’t know that State Troopers prefer the rollicking entertainment of Jungle Jim’s!
Ryan Greenberg/flickr
Gonna need a bigger shovel for that job.
Catherine Rees
Just dig a trench in the middle of the beer aisle at Harmon’s…that’ll dissuade ‘em.
Bryan Jones/flickr
He thinks it’s funny, though.
Rachel Zurer/flickr
He just fell over. Too much hiking, maybe. No idea how those rocks got lined up on top of him.
This crime scene tape was installed at the State Capitol during the 2009 Legislative Session. Perhaps these are the seats reserved for the lobbyists?
What, were you raised in a barn? The tray is for your plate. The PLATE is for your salad. And if you’re getting your salad to go, you only get half. Is that because there’s a penalty for being antisocial and eating alone at your desk?
Douglas Cootey/flickr
This must be what Shel Silverstein was talking about.
412/flickr
Convenient that they’re located right next door to each other, isn’t it?
Lance and Erin/flickr
Just a public service announcement reminding neighborhood bison to please stay on the road. Just because they weigh 3,500 pounds doesn’t mean they can drive wherever they want.
CGP Grey/flickr
When you stay in a budget hotel, you’d better be prepared for an early checkout. Eat fast.
JJ George/flickr
This was posted in front of the Greek Orthodox church in Price. No prosecution for trespassing…just love, baptism and a foreign mission.
RaKell Marrie
Reader RaKell Marrie submitted this photo. Moses would approve.
Eric Hill
It turns out that beer has alcohol in it! Hopefully you read the label BEFORE you drink 5 or 6 of these. Thanks to reader Eric Hill for the submission!
Jane Markosian
Reader Jane Markosian thought it was pretty funny to post a sign of where you aren’t. I agree! Thanks, Jane!
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