That Zion photo looks super flat. Did you adjust the contrast a whole bunch to bring up shadow detail? I feel your pain on that eagle photo. I don't know if I've ever taken a good bird photo. It's not my thing and whenever I have an opportunity I'm not prepared.

Was this just a Southern Utah trip or were you in Salt Lake, too? You guys need to let me know if you're ever in Salt Lake so we can try to meet up for lunch or coffee