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On the Road :: January 2019
Sights and scenes from fall trade shows and events. Boston Ski and Snowboard Expo — Boston, MA — Nov 8-16 Crowds flocked to the…
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News & Views :: January 2019
Thoughts on consolidation, plus people and supplier news. More than 20 years ago, the first great round of resort consolidation swept through the…
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Season Pass Partners
Do multi-area passes benefit everyone? Epic and Ikon partners weigh in. Now that the season pass courtship is over and partners chosen, it’s time…
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How, And Why, Standards Evolve
Proposals to incorporate new technology or address existing issues come from many sources. One of the functions of the B77 ANSI Standards Committee is…
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Mountain Spy :: January 2019
Can I use Snowfeet at your area? The Question: I just found out I’m getting these things called Snow Feet for Christmas. Can I…
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New Products :: January 2019
A collection of the latest technology and tools aimed at refining operations and improving the guest experience. TALKABOUT 800 AND TALKABOUT APP The TALKABOUT…
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Aiming for 100-Percent Renewables
While Vail Resorts buys big wind in Nebraska, Jim MacInnes sets his sights on a bigger goal. By any measure, the Vail Resorts power…
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Practical Metallurgy
It’s important that ski area mech techs have a solid understanding of the metals they’re using. Most of the time, we tend not to…
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Task Management
Feeling overwhelmed? Gain control of your to-do list with these simple tips. I’ve tried about 15 different time and task management systems, and I’ve…
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Idea Files :: January 2019
Past, present, and future tips. BEST OF 2018: A CLEVER OPERATION To operate both frugally and efficiently, Moose Mountain in Fairbanks, Alaska, has…