Box Elder County in 2002 is much more than the Golden Spike Monument, Thiokol Corporation, and the famous Utah Fruitway. The county offers a casual lifestyle, a strong sense of community, and a firmly ingrained work ethic which have fashioned the county into an appealing place for families to live, work, and play. Additionally, plans for an increasingly diversified economic base, a steady job growth rate, and increased tourism dollars have also been penciled into that bright future by the county-wide economic development task force formed to encourage and shape the county's growth.
With a commanding view of the Rocky Mountains' Wasatch Range to the east, Box Elder County's far flung communities project a small town atmosphere combined with easy urban access. More than 90 percent of the county's 45,000 residents live in and around Tremonton and Brigham City. Brigham, the largest town in the county, has nearly 18,000 people. The city has won numerous beautification awards, and is also home to Peach Days, an annual festival that will celebrate its 99^th year in September 2002.

Most of the County's communities, are located within an hour's drive of Salt Lake City. That means easy access to the symphony, the ballet, theatre, restaurants, and the University of Utah. Brigham City is also nearly equidistant from Ogden to the South and Logan to the North. These cities, less than a 30 minute drive, are home to Weber State University and Utah State University, respectively. Add to this the many cultural and sporting events, and these cities offer more than anyone could hope for - including access to skiing, shopping and fine dining.

Box Elder residents need not leave the county to have outdoor fun - even an indoor dose of culture - year round. In addition to the Golden Spike National Monument 30 miles west of Brigham City, there is the nationally known Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.

Willard Bay State Park, directly west of the famous Fruitway in Willard and Perry, is a huge reservoir that offers boating, fishing, swimming, water skiing, and wind surfing. The park also has picnicking and camping facilities. There are several golf courses in the area; two in Brigham City, one in Tremonton, and one at Bellmont Springs.

The Heritage Theatre, which puts on amateur productions throughout the year in nearby Perry, is a weekend favorite for its residents. There is also a large effort to bring "big quality" concerts and performances every year. There is also a great focus on historical preservation of the County's finest features. There is a walking tour of the historic homes and buildings in Brigham City available for a great deal of enjoyment.

Box Elder County recognizes the need for growth and is very aggressively developing plans for responsible development that will maintain historically famous open space, effectively preserve our environment, enhance agriculture and agricultural-related business, and strengthen our current business community as well as those industries desiring to come in as new supporting partners.

This County understands that Quality of Life means many things, including quality employment, a strong and diverse economy, desirable and affordable housing, top level education, safe and peaceful living conditions, etc. Box Elder County is committed to achieving the best quality of life environmentally possible.

Quality living is enhanced by year-round activities, cultural events, and outdoor sports. If you're looking for ways to appreciate Box Elder County, consider these:

• Golden Spike National Historic Site
• Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
• Thiokol Rocket Display
• Willard Bay
• Utah Fruitway
• Stone Houses of Willard & Honeyville
• Tremonton Rodeo & County Fair
• Crystal Hot Springs
• Marble Park
• Heritage Theater
• Peach Days