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Inside Camp at Whistler Blackcomb

SAM Magazine—Whistler, British Columbia, Sept. 9, 2025—The fourteenth annual SAM Summer Ops Camp convened Sept. 2-4, at the world-class indoor and outdoor classroom of Whistler Blackcomb for three days of...

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Become a Camp Partner

SAM’s Summer Ops Camp is the premier hands-on event for resort professionals looking to grow their summer business. As a vendor partner, you’ll be front and center with the operators...

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Summer operations have grown significantly—from a side hustle to a mainstay of four season mountain resort operations. That trend continues, so what does that mean for your operation? What are the new considerations you need to make? What are the best new installs and upgrades? This mountain department page contains a wealth of resources to help you answer those questions and so many more. Let SAM help you take your summer business to new heights.

Summer Ops Mountain Department

Summer operations have grown significantly—from a side hustle to a mainstay of four season mountain resort operations. That trend continues, so what does that mean for your operation? What are...

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  • Inside Camp at Whistler Blackcomb

    SAM Magazine—Whistler, British Columbia, Sept. 9, 2025—The fourteenth annual SAM Summer Ops Camp convened Sept. 2-4, at the world-class indoor and outdoor classroom of Whistler Blackcomb for three days of immersive learning, forward-thinking discussions, and genuine connection.  A full day on the mountain allowed both resort operators and vendor partners to explore the host resort’s dynamic summer offerings. From hiking at the top of Blackcomb Peak and a ride on the Peak 2 Peak Gondola to a thrilling walk across the Cloudraker suspension bridge on Whistler Peak and guided descents through the resort’s industry-leading bike park, Whistler Blackcomb offered up ample food for thought ...

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SAM Taps Whistler Blackcomb to Host 2025 Summer Ops Camp

SAM Magazine—Whistler, British Columbia, March 18, 2025—SAM’s Summer Ops Camp will be held at Whistler Blackcomb, Sept. 2-4, 2025, offering three days of education, networking, and hands-on learning focused on the future of summer operations at mountain resorts. This year’s camp will also feature a partnership with the Canada West Ski Areas...

Inside Camp at Whistler Blackcomb

SAM Magazine—Whistler, British Columbia, Sept. 9, 2025—The fourteenth annual SAM Summer Ops Camp convened Sept. 2-4, at the world-class indoor and outdoor classroom of Whistler Blackcomb for three days of immersive learning, forward-thinking discussions, and genuine connection.  A full day on the mountain allowed both resort operators and ven...

Become a Camp Partner

SAM’s Summer Ops Camp is the premier hands-on event for resort professionals looking to grow their summer business. As a vendor partner, you’ll be front and center with the operators, decision-makers, and innovators driving the future of year-round revenue at mountain resorts. This isn't your typical trade show. It’s a shared learning experi...

Premium Camp Partners

Leitner Poma
Moment Factory
Safehold

Camp Partners

Open Air Design
Ropes Park Equipment/Outdoor Ventures
ZipTrek Ecotours
Singenuity
gravity
Climbworks
ZipRider
ecosign
MBS
MND
select contracts
Deasonbuilt
ecotrek
msaa
segroup
skyline
Experiential Systems
starlifts
Holmes
Wiegand