SAM Coverage
Author: Katie Brinton
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It’s Good to Be Big
This year’s Economic Analysis doesn’t hold many surprises, except if you are in the middle of the pack. I swear I have to be…
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BestWorst Print Ads of 2007-08
For these reviewers, it’s all about clean copy, great art, and making a connection. Part I: Skiing Desperately seeking inspiration for a great adventure.…
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Looking Good
Good landscaping is not only visually appealing, but it serves many other purposes, as well. The last decade has seen several growing trends in…
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Summer Workhorses
As the warmer months approach, so do the myriad tasks that need to be done around the hill. Here are some machines that can…
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Future Shock
As the Baby Boomers start to exit our sport in droves, who will take their place? In the past few years, NSAA and its…
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Upping the Ante
Several areas are addressing safety in the terrain park with new and innovative ideas. At the start of the 2007-08 season, terrain park safety…
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Battling the Beetle
Resorts in the West fight to save their trees from beetle kill. Henry Hornberger, general manager of Brian Head ski area in southwestern Utah,…
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Speak Out :: Peak to Peak and Will Video Kill the Chairlift Ride
Greg Sweetser, Executive Director of Ski Main, discusses how the Maine Peak to Peak initiative went beyond a mere PR stunt. SAM’s Elizabeth Eren…
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Industry Reports :: May 2008
HISTORIC SEASON FOR U.S. SKI TEAM… TAOS OPENS TO SNOWBOARDERS… PRINCETON SKI SHOP CLOSES… MINTURN OK’S PRIVATE AREA… POWDER RIDGE TO REMAIN CLOSED… TWO…
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Season Passes for Sale
Pass possibilities continue to expand and results are good. A coast-to-coast, beginning-to-end outstanding snow and ski season is already carrying over to next winter.…