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September 2008

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Little Green Giants

A resort doesn't have to be big to have an impact on the environment. See what two smaller areas are doing to go green.

Bright Ideas

Written by Samantha Rufo
  A roundup of some innovative marketing programs from across the country.

Green Solutions

Written by Moira McCarthy
As the public becomes more aware of environmental issues, here are a few simple ideas that you can implement at your resort.

What's New :: 2008

Written by Staff
Our annual look at the latest and greatest products for you and your guests.
Guests can look forward to bigger facilities, more terrain and more snow at many resorts this coming season.
Bob Gleason, President of Boot Doctors, talks about the chaos left in the wake of changes made to the HB2 caps.
KIRKWOOD TO INSTALL WIND FARM... YELLOWSTONE GOES TO WIFE IN SETTLEMENT... JIMINY GOES CELLULAR... JAY PEAK SOLD... OBITS... PEOPLE... SUPPLIER NEWS......

My Kingdom for a Busload

Written by Linda Goodspeed
As energy costs rise, shuttle buses and organized trips may well take on increased importance.

The Anatomy of a Leader

Written by Nicole Voth
It takes more than brains and courage to take charge of an organization.

The Revelstoke Adventure

Written by Michel Beaudry
Big plans and big investment are raising the stakes in B.C.

High-Tech Renting

Written by Andrew Flack and Rick Kahl
Software programs can speed the rental process and boost the bottom line for a wide range of operations.
This month, Mountain Spy Liz Eren set out to see how well ski resorts are recruiting ski instructors. She found that most ski areas were encouraging, b...
SQUAW, CALDWELL SETTLE LEASE ON KT-22... TRADING VAIL FOR OMAHA... LIBERTY ON THE SLIPPERY SLOPE... SUSTAINABLE SLOPES: MORE THAN HOT AIR... FREESTYLE ...