March 2008
FEATURED STORY
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The New Age
Like Peter Pan, Boomers refuse to grow old-but there are a few things they would like. With 60 the new 40 and 50 the new 30, ski areas are seeing a lot of “new” 30- and 40-year-olds on the slopes. Whether they ski as couples, with their kids or grandkids or groups of friends, it seems like good business to cater, but not condescend, to them. All of them.Boomers are not made equal. Some boomers are price-sensitive, others are not. Still, some characteristics apply to most: On-mountain programs and vacation packages that equally emphasize skiing and socializing keep Boomers on the slopes, while resort amenities keep them comfortable and coming back.This crowd especially appreciates som...
Getting people to adapt to change in the workplace requires patience, communication and a clear vision.
Here's the latest and greatest in grooming equipment, which includes a couple of brand-new offerings.
This season's SIA.08 show offered aisles and aisles of new and updated products. Here are our favorites.
When Mad River Glen needed to replace its aging single chairlift, the area opted to stick with tradition and refurbish the historic lift.
SAM announces the winners of the second annual Recruit of the Year contest.
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.
MT. WATERMAN REOPENS... RETAIL SALES UP... YELLOWSTONE CLUB TO BE SOLD... A-BASIN UNVEILS TERRAIN EXPANSION.... GRAND TARGHEE EXPANDS... PEOPLE... SUPPLIER NEWS
With Shopatron, any retail shop can gain a share of online sales-for free.
A joint review with your Regional Forester can be a good thing-really.
Like Peter Pan, Boomers refuse to grow old-but there are a few things they would like.
For this edition of Mountain Spy, our 007 Liz Eren posed as a mother in need of information.
POWDR DOUBLES DOWN IN LAS VEGAS... WHAT NEXT FOR INTRAWEST, VAIL?... ABOUT THAT PARK RESOURCE GUIDE... MY KINGDOM FOR AN AFFORDABLE LIFT... SIA: LOTS OF GRAPHICS, LITTLE INFORMATION... RENTAL REVOLUTION AT HAND?... AGREEMENT CLEARS WAY FOR CANYONS SALE... TAMARACK BANKRUPT?... SHORTSWINGS
