SAM Coverage
Lifts & Ropeways
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Industry Reports :: January 2008
RED LODGE SOLD… NUMBERS UP DOWN UNDER… SIA MOVES TO DENVER… VAIL HITS DEAD-END AT THE CANYONS… WINDHAM AND HUNTER OFFER JOINT TICKET… NEW…
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Mapping It Out
Online, the trusty old trail map can become the jumping-off point for a multi-media experience. Once upon a time, a trail map was something…
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Is Tech Best?
What do journalists really think of that media section on your website? At most ski areas, the printed press kit has gone the way…
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Blue Pages :: January 2008
BURTON POACHERS PROTEST RESORT BANS… RCR CANCELS ITS BIGGEST HITS… SAFETY ADVICE FOR TERRAIN PARKS… WHAT HAPPENS IN ASPEN, STAYS IN ASPEN… WOULD UTAH…
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When It’s Time to Change
Getting people to adapt to change in the workplace requires patience, communication and a clear vision. With all the change occurring in our industry…
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Grooming Vehicles 2008
Here’s the latest and greatest in grooming equipment, which includes a couple of brand-new offerings. Unlike automobile manufacturers, snowcat manufacturers do not unveil a…
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The Single That Could
When Mad River Glen needed to replace its aging single chairlift, the area opted to stick with tradition and refurbish the historic lift. Mad…
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Recruit of the Year :: 2008
SAM announces the winners of the second annual Recruit of the Year contest. Following are the top three picks in SAM’s second annual Recruit…
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Speak Out :: “Talking Green” and “Counting Down”
Jules Older talks with Aspen Skiing Company’s Auden Schendler about environmental impacts on the industry. Jennifer Rowan counts down the ride up the chairlift.…
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Playing It Safe
When it comes to safety, how are you getting the word out? The National Ski Areas Association calls the third week in January beginning…