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Sam Idea Files
Innovative and creative ideas from ski areas around the country: diapers to control oil leaks in the Midwest, spare tire fencing from Kissing Bridge,…
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The Case Of The Missing Code
When the author made the surprising discovery that roller chain used on ski lifts–or any type of people carrier–was not covered by an ANSI…
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Grooming Vehicles 1997
A look at what the manufacturers are offering in on-snow vehicles for the 1997-98 season. Includes table of grooming vehicle statistics.
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The Everlasting Importance Of Hydrants
Guidelines for purchasing, installing, testing and maintaining snowmaking hydrants.
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A Salesman In Cyberspace
Rod Hanna, Internet guru at Steamboat, Colo., says the Internet will be the sales and marketing tool of the future. He outlines the ways…
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Bob Heron, Lift Pioneer
Renowned ropeway engineer Bob Heron has made an indelible mark on the ski industry during a remarkable career filled with firsts. Includes “A Lift…
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That’s Entertainment!
Adventure Ridge, Vail’s new mid-mountain playground, offers an abundance of activities to occupy guests in the evening: snowmobiling, snowtubing, ice skating, night skiing and…
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Energizing A Partnership
SAM interviews new Forest Service Chief Michael Dombeck to find out what’s ahead for the crucial relationship between the ski industry and its largest…
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Skal, Jerry
A fond farewell and many thanks to Jerry Groswold, stepping down after 22 years as CEO of Winter Park, Colo.