March 2018
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Groomer Report 2018
An inside look at the newest features and technology in groomers and the software programs that help manage them. With the transition to Tier 4 machines nearly complete (for new snowcats, anyway) and snow management software systems showing solid benefits, resorts face a variety of upgrade options in grooming. Better grooming, more efficient production—do the benefits justify, or outweigh, the costs? There’s a lot to consider. Here’s an overview of what’s new and what matters. PistenBully Kässbohrer is introducing the new PistenBully 600, which the company expects will quickly become its alpine workhorse. All told, the development of this new cat involved no fewer than 16 pate...
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Mentors Blaise Carrig and John Rice dish on sizing up problems and identifying the best way to solve them. Part II of the SAM Summit Series.
An inside look at the newest features and technology in groomers and the software programs that help manage them.
Ice—yes, ice—can be a winter resort's year-round best friend. Just keep it confined to an ice rink.
Taos Ski Valley has found multiple benefits in the triple bottom line.
Cross-country, mountain biking's relaxed cousin, hits the resort trail.
Scenes from NSAA winter shows, ACCT Conference, and OR + Snow Show.
IKON Pass rumors, OR + Snow Show, plus supplier and people news.
Four steps to improve your workplace culture—for everyone—and boost the bottom line.
SAM’s new mentor program, the Summit Series, challenges aspiring leaders to recognize and deal with real-world workplace problems. Here’s one “homework assignment.”
Research and recommendations to help understand your learn-to audience and fine-tune your offerings for it.
Despite an expected spike in visibility and interest from the Winter Games, resorts weren’t planning extraordinary measures to channel that awareness into trial.
Liftie chair, emergency lights, and a portable lift control station.
