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Jan Davenport is a contributing writer at Provo.com specializing in outdoor recreation, health and wellness, and Utah Valley's growing food and drink scene. An avid hiker, skier, and trail runner, Jan brings firsthand experience to every outdoor guide and restaurant review.
From the definitive Provo hiking guide to Center Street's best date night spots, Jan's writing balances practical logistics with the kind of local knowledge you'd get from a well-connected friend.
Areas of Expertise
Hiking & Trails
Outdoor Recreation
Health & Wellness
Food & Drink
Student Resources
Real Estate
Neighborhood Guides
Date Night Dining
Articles by Jan
Catering
Best Catering Options in Provo & Orem (2026)
7 min read · May 8, 2026
Lunch
Best Lunch Spots in Provo (2026)
8 min read · May 8, 2026
Museums & Arts
Best Museums & Art Galleries in Provo (2026)
8 min read · April 22, 2026
Photography
Best Photography Spots in Provo & Utah Valley (2026)
8 min read · April 21, 2026
Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing & Bouldering in Provo (2026)
9 min read · April 21, 2026
Skiing
Skiing Near Provo: Beyond Sundance (2026)
9 min read · April 21, 2026
Healthcare
Finding a Doctor in Provo: Healthcare Guide (2026)
8 min read · April 20, 2026
Health & Wellness
Student Health & Wellness Resources in Provo (2026)
8 min read · April 20, 2026
Breakfast
Best Breakfast Spots in Provo & Orem (2026)
8 min read · April 19, 2026
School Comparison
BYU vs UVU: Which School Is Right for You? (2026)
10 min read · April 19, 2026
Farmers Market
Provo Farmers Market: Everything You Need to Know (2026)
8 min read · April 19, 2026
Jobs
Best Part-Time Jobs for Students in Provo (2026)
9 min read · April 19, 2026
Vegetarian & Vegan
Best Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants in Provo & Orem (2026)
10 min read · April 18, 2026
Social Life
How to Make Friends in Provo (Especially If You're New) (2026)
9 min read · April 18, 2026
Post-Mission
Post-Mission Guide: Returning to Provo & BYU (2026)
10 min read · April 18, 2026
Families
Provo for Families: The Complete Guide (2026)
11 min read · April 18, 2026
Internet & Utilities
Best Internet Providers in Provo, Utah (2026)
10 min read · April 17, 2026
Schools
Best Schools in Provo & Orem (2026)
10 min read · April 17, 2026
Study Spots
Best Study Spots in Provo & Orem (2026)
8 min read · April 17, 2026
UVU Guide
UVU Student Guide: Everything You Need to Know (2026)
12 min read · April 17, 2026
Parks
Best Parks in Provo & Orem for Families (2026)
9 min read · April 16, 2026
Sushi
Best Sushi in Provo & Orem (2026)
8 min read · April 16, 2026
Safety
Is Provo Safe? Crime, Neighborhoods & What to Know (2026)
9 min read · April 16, 2026
Orem Neighborhoods
Orem Neighborhoods Guide: Where to Live (2026)
11 min read · April 15, 2026
Trails
Provo River Parkway Trail: The Complete Guide (2026)
9 min read · April 15, 2026
Scenic Drives
Alpine Loop Scenic Drive: The Complete Guide (2026)
10 min read · April 14, 2026
Coffee & Cafés
Best Coffee & Café Spots in Provo and Orem (2026)
9 min read · April 14, 2026
Hiking
Y Mountain Trail: The Complete Hiking Guide (2026)
9 min read · April 14, 2026
Hiking
The Complete Provo Hiking Guide (2026)
16 min read · April 13, 2026
First Semester
Your First Semester Survival Guide: BYU & UVU (2026)
14 min read · April 12, 2026
Center Street
Center Street Dining Guide: Every Restaurant Worth Visiting (2026)
12 min read · April 11, 2026
Date Night
Best Date Night Restaurants in Provo (2026)
10 min read · April 10, 2026
Neighborhoods
The Complete Guide to Provo Neighborhoods (2026)
14 min read · April 10, 2026
Homebuying
Buying a Home in Provo: What You Need to Know (2026)
14 min read · April 9, 2026
Brunch
Best Brunch Spots in Provo (2026)
8 min read · April 6, 2026
Neighborhoods
BYU Area Neighborhood Guide (2026)
9 min read · April 5, 2026
Budget Eating
Eating on a Student Budget in Provo (2026)
9 min read · April 4, 2026
Renting
First-Time Renter's Checklist: Renting in Provo (2026)
12 min read · April 3, 2026