In This Issue
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Two Lift Mechanics Injured in Separate Incidents
This report of two separate accidents at Snow Valley, California, that cost one man a leg and severely injured another points up…
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Seth Says: Playing the Name Game
Seth’s frustration at what the industry does in trying to market skis to a wide range of skiers comes through in this…
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Ask Stimilon: Snowboard Questions Answered
Questions answered are: What are the advantages of a dirt-shaped halfpipe opposed to one of only snow? Can you overgroom a terrain…
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Lift Tips for Mini-Riders
These are tips for lift operators to consider when loading and unloading young snowboarders accompanied by adults.
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good deeds: Orphans from Russia Discover the U.S. Through Skiing
This is an article about orphans with vision disabilities brought to Winter Park and introduced to skiing by volunteers. They were brought…
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Industry Reports
Early Season statistics; arson at Camelback; NSAA chooses Leagas Delaney ad agency for marketing push; SIA to publish trade magazine; Mont Sainte-Anne…
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Victory for Ski Area in Snowmaking Lawsuit
Hunter Mountain, N.Y. had a lawsuit brought by an injured skier thrown out of court. The case involved a skier who was…
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Growth is Pondered at Ski Industry Week
The article is a wrapup of Ski Industry Week at Vail. It includes brief encapsulations of presentations and a 50th anniversary party…
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Ropeway Database Goes Online
This is a brief announcement about the ropeway database available online from the Information Center for Ropeway Studies, Colorado School of Mines.…
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Catering to Specialty Markets :: Is it Worth It?
The article points to different approaches to food and beverage. Should resorts minimize the bottom line in food costs by offreing typical…