SAM Coverage
Author: Katie Brinton
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The Chairlift: How It All Began
This cover honors the first single chairlift with a telegram from W. A. Harriman.
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Whistler’s Winter Playground
We take a look at Whistler’s kid-friendly winter terrain. This article is not available online. For more information, contact donna@saminfo.com.
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Speak Out: Got a Problem? Work it Out!
This issue combines Speak Out and the letters section to highlight an exchange between a customer and Breckenridge’s COO regarding a perceived loss of…
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Preparing for Annual Lift Inspections
This is a practical manual on how ski areas should prepare for annual inspections, laying out the necessary documentation, tests and information that should…
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Over The Top On Lifts
This issue is chock-full of coverage on lift construction including the survey, Squaw Valley’s new funitel, the Getty Museum’s tram and announcement that SAM…
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How to be a Hot Media Location
This article explores the possibility of a resort offering its location for print and television advertising. Early snow and easy access are two keys…
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1999-2000 Rental Round-Up
To see our special pull-out section, “1999-2000 Rental Roundup,” contact donna@saminfo.com.
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What a Tangled Web We Weave
Abby Rand critiques the ski resort offerings on the Internet for planning a ski vacation. She discovered that the ski travel trade is not…
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SIA: Some Background on an Industry Sector that Faces Some Problems
David’s article outlines the factors that make up the complicated picture of SIA’s trade show troubles. The article explains why buy-sell cycles are causing…
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Expanding Summer Activities
This article looks at what resorts are doing to attract business during the summer season, The article discusses everything from BMX events to waterslides…