March 2009
FEATURED STORY
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Fantastic Voyages
Two massive lift projects on both sides of the border are engineering marvels. At Whistler-Blackcomb, thinking big means ushering in high-Alpine transportation by constructing a lift unlike any other in North America. At Jackson Hole, it means saying goodbye to a 40-year-old landmark and taking on the largest tram project the continent has ever seen. But “largest-ever” projects don’t come without significant obstacles, and both of these hurdled their fair share. WHISTLER’S HIGH RIDEThe idea of building a lift that would connect Whistler and Blackcomb mountains was first floated in 1992 by Hugh Smythe, who today is the senior VP of Intrawest Mountain Resorts. Leading up to first p...
Two massive lift projects on both sides of the border are engineering marvels.
SAM attended the annual Greenbuild International Conference and gathered the latest information on environmental building.
Updating an existing building with energy-efficient measures is not as hard, or as costly, as you might think.
We bring you our picks for the best new products at the annual SIA show in Las Vegas.
While nothing earth-shattering was introduced this year in grooming vehicles, some tweaks and improvements will be noticeable on the slopes.
The SOS program is a great example of how ski areas can reach minority groups, build lifelong winter enthusiasts and give back to the community.
SAM announces the winners of the third annual Recruit of the Year contest.
What's Next for Our Troubled Resorts?
CNL BUYS JIMINY... SNOW SPORTS SALES DOWN... ENVIRONMENTAL BOOK RELEASED... X GAMES STAYS AT ASPEN... OBITUARIES... PEOPLE... SUPPLIER NEWS
Mountain Spy asks the question... Has the economy affected your skiing habits?
SANY FIGHTS SALES TAX ON TIX... TAMARACK ON LIFE SUPPORT... BEGINNERS WERE EVERYWHERE IN JANUARY... EVIL SPIRIT... FUR FLIES AT YELLOWSTONE CLUB
