Cutter's Camp - Timberline, Mt. Hood, OR, May 9-13

jul16 on Cutter’s Camp 2016 celebrated its 14th year at Timberline, Mt. Hood, Ore., May 9-13. This year’s camp gathered participants representing more than 50 resorts across North America. Top Left: One of the most popular sessions was the multi-day Park Challenge exercise, in which attendees worked in small groups to solve challenging but common terrain park management and operational problems. Top Right: Steve Petrie of Arena Snowparks (left) coaches a camper on-hill. Bottom Left: Frank Wells of Snow Park Technologies (left) leads a camper through different building techniques. Bottom Right: This year’s risk management session was led by (L to R): Mistica Walker, Wells Fargo; Tom Baffa, Willis MountainGuard; Tim Yates, Wells Fargo; Jimmy Lawrence, Willis MountainGuard; and Ruth Nielsen, Keating, Bucklin & McCormick.the road 01

NSAA - National Convention Nashville, TN, ay 18-21

The National Ski Areas Association drew a typically large crowd to the National Convention and Tradeshow, May 18-21 in Nashville, Tenn. TOP ROW, left: More often than not, the convention gives neighbors a chance to get together. From left: Marion Wheaton, Deer Valley; Rossignol’s Ron Steele; Bob Wheaton, Deer Valley; and Jason Newell, Rossi. Middle: Connie and George Marshall of Alta at the SAMMY Awards. Right: Jeff Crowley of Wachusett and Onno Wieringa of Alta get cozy in a pedicab as they head out on the town. BOTTOM ROW, left: Some SAMMY hall of famers from the past 19 years came out to show their support for this year’s winners. Right: NSAA’s 2016 marketing awards recognized some outstanding resort campaigns with the help of host Jack Turner and co-host Halley O’Brien.

LMS - Hancock, MA, April 19-21

Left: The lift operations and lift maintenance teams at neighboring Mount Snow and Hermitage Club in Vermont enjoy some lunch between sessions. Right: LMS founder Dave Kenney (left) with Neville Sachs (right) and SAM senior editor Dave Meeker. Kenney was honored at the annual GM dinner for his longtime contributions to the ski industry, one of which was launching LMS and directing it for more than 35 years.

Eastern Canada Ski Areas Conference - Bromont, QC,, May 31 - June 2

Left: The Canadian Ski Council’s new CEO Paul Pinchbeck delivers his presidential address at ECSA. Right: Sean Durkin, Gene Matthews and Carl Patten of Glen Eden with Erika Forsek, Beaver Valley Ski Club.

RMLA - Grand Junction, CO, May 2-5

Left: Keynote speaker Dave Byrd, NSAA’s director of risk and regulatory affairs, addressed the need for greater attention to lift maintenance, inspection, and training as this infrastructure ages. Middle: Shawn Woodward, Vail Mountain, checks out gear with Kristopher Willett of Fastenal during the trade show. Right: One big happy company—Vail Resorts teammates Peter Lorenzen, left, of Keystone and Phil Patterson of Beaver Creek enjoy the show.

Ski NH - Meredith, NH, June 6-7

Left: Attendees dined al fresco along Lake Winnipesaukee. From left: Olivia Rowan, SAM; Kris Blomback, Pats Peak; Ryan Patrick, Wells Fargo; Tim Smith and Matt Hesser of Waterville Valley. Right: Bertie Holland of Pats Peak was honored with the Whitney Award for her contributions to our sport. She is shown her with her supporters from MacIntyre and Pats Peak.