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Magazine Archives

May 2002

  • Push to The Latest: No
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  • Gunning for Efficiency
    Warm winters demonstrate a need for snowmaking systems that integrate new tower technology and traditional efficiencies.
  • Industry Reports
    Vail Buys Heavenly; Triple Peak Sues ASC, United Park City Mines Agrees to Sell, WestRock Moves Ahead, Delays for Resort Expansions, Booth Creek and Vail Post Increases, SIA news, Bachelor Law Suit, Helmet Rules at Aspen, Report Released on Kaprun Disaster, Cuchara in Trouble...Again, Ski Smithers to Expand, Winter Park Sees Turnaround, Bolton Valley Lays Off Most of its Staff, Ski NH Forms Alliance, Obits, People, Supplier Personnel, Supplier News.
  • Maybe It's Time to Rethink Racing
    Despite the good U.S. showing at the 2002 Winter Olympics, some think the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team program still needs improvement.
  • The States of the Web
    The Internet is rapidly becoming the information source of choice. How well do resort associations use America's favorite research tool?
  • Olympic Moments In Ski Area Operations
    Staging the ultimate events in skiing and riding for the 2002 Winter Olympics is daunting enough. Throw in post- 9/11 security and it's a whole new ballgame.
  • Grooming Vehicles 2002
    Not much in the way of new technologies in this year's grooming vehicles, but the drivers will be thrilled with some new bells and whistles.
  • A New Welcome Mat
    As Hunter Mountain's clientele evolved from swinging singles to small families, management had to alter the way it did business. The result was a state-of-the-art Learning Center to greet kids and first-timers.
  • A Curtain Call for Corcoran
    There was laughter and tears as Waterville Valley friends and colleagues threw a farwell bash for Tom Corcoran.
  • Congress Stimulates (the ski) Business
    Recent tax changes may provide a bonanza for resort operators.
  • Making an Old Lift New Again
    Converting an aging lift to DC power was the low-cost solution for transporting Angel Fire's beginner skiers.
  • A Bear of a Market
    Ski resorts must take a new look at their potential customer base.
  • The Helmet Issue
    A look at the data, facts and views that led Aspen to adopt a helmet policy for kids.
  • Construction Site
    Mt. Baker, Wash., upgrade plan to fixed-grip quads, Breckenridge, new facilities, Alta, detachable quad, Yellowstone Club, Mont., three lift projects, Cascade, Wisc., snowmaking system.
  • SAM Idea Files
    Sunburst Ski Area, Wisc., Two-Bullwheel Solution, Brian Head, Utah, installing lift shack microwaves to boost employee morale, and Christie Mtn. Ski Area, Wisc., Dave Vohs finds solution to all-season towing for his 4 by 4.
  • Blue Pages
    ASC Sued Over Steamboat Renege, Utah Gets Big Promotion Dollars, USFS Names New Recreation Director, Forest Service Fee Structure Changes?, Now, To Our Rescue: Global Warming?, Necessity The Mother of Change?
  • Against All Odds
    Despite 9/11, the Olympics and warm weather, the industry managed an average season.
  • Speak-Out
    A Big Round of Applause: Winter 2002 Olympics, NSAA At Forty, Racing Doesn't Benefit Most Cross Country Areas, Bad Words, and Don't Drive Parents Away With Pricing.
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