SAM Coverage
Author: Olivia
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Environmental Awards
Times Mirror Magazines passed out its environmental awards and inaugurated the Golden Eagle Awards for Environmental Excellence at the NSAA national convention. Among the…
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The Proposed New Ada Regs: Will They Work?
A look at new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations that pertain to the resort industry. Article addresses key points and tells where to…
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Cross Country On An Up-Trend
A report from the 1994 summit meeting of the Cross Country Ski Areas Association (CCSAA) after a “watershed” winter for the sport.
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1994 Convention Highlights
Notes on the events and speeches of the NSAA convention in Marco Island, Fla., including a summary of meetings between NSAA and PSIA and…
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Marketing Gets Low Grades At Sia Forum
A look at the Ski Industries America marketing plan and an excerpt from Milton Brand’s stinging indictment of SIA’s failure to reach their targeted…
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New Initiatives By U.S. Skiing
A look at Mike Jacki, head of U.S. Skiing (USS), and his sports marketing plan for the future growth of ski-related sports, with a…
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They’re All Ropeways!
Calls for the industry to use a clearly-defined general term for uphill transport: “ropeways,” rather than the inaccurate and inappropriate “passenger tramway” prevalent in…
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The Acl Epidemic
The number of skiers experiencing this serious injury remains high, but screening, research and a training program are producing favorable results. Substantial studies have…
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Testing For Drugs
Post-job-offer, pre-employment drug tests are being used at more and more ski areas. This feature discusses which programs are the most effective, which are…
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A Round Trip In Titlis
For passengers’ enjoyment of the spectacular glacier scenery in Titlis, Switzerland, the Rotair lift features a revolving cabin floor. The installation has been acclaimed…