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Featured Story

Finding the Right Words

Snowmakers across the country seem to have their own lingo for their product. Wouldn't it be nice if we all spoke the same language?

Lifts 2002 — Not One for the Record Books

Lifts 2002 — Not One for the Record Books

Written by David Rowan

It's no surprise that lift installations were down last year. However, the growing trends in tubing and beginner areas remain strong.

Finding the Right Words

Snowmakers across the country seem to have their own lingo for their product. Wouldn't it be nice if we all spoke the same language?

Putting on a Show

Hosting successful events not only increases exposure, it attracts crowds during the off season and can be a great way to include the community.

Rental Goes High-Tech

Can rental software help with your operation?

SAM Idea Files

A glove dryer, a torch cart and ice bars are some of the great ideas from creative ski resorts.

Diamond's Sparkling Personality

Here's how one employee's passion for the sport and for his job motivates everyone around him. Diamond Peak Ski Resort's, Mountain Ops Manager: Mike B...

The Kindest Cuts

It takes a lot of time, effort, and resources to create a pipe or park. Pat Malendoski suggests several ways to use your resources wisely.

Industry Reports

Peak Resort Buys Boston Mills/Brandywine; Eight Canadian Resorts Require Helmets for Kids; Monarch Sold to Group of Investors; Powder Mountain Expansio...

Slats Buys Whale

Are resort conglomerates going to give up the unprofitable ski area?

More Than One Hole in Our Bucket

Yes, we must improve the first-time experience--but we also have to address youth, youth women and income issues, too.

Desperate Measures

SAM reviews a training package for sales personnel. The result? It's a winner.

Blue Pages

Fast November start fuels optimism; When MSAA talks, Suppliers listen; With friends like these...; Exclusionary Pricing/Loyalty program?; The Southwe...

Beyond the Pass

Discounted season passes aren't the only game in town. Here's a look at the different ticket pricing programs at some resorts.

We Remember, Wanted New Pioneers, A Thank You to the Badami Family, Silver Bullet for Industry Growth

Remembering contributors...Maria Bogner, 88; Steve Bradley, 86; Margaret "Miggs" Durrance, 85; Real Charette, 82; C.E. "Smitty" or "Redeye" Smith; Rufu...

Sammy Awards, Rental Equipment Handbook

Identifying our Future Leaders; SAMMY Awards. Rental Handbook 2003.

The Grass is Always Greener

SAM goes to the environmental opposition groups to look for middle ground. Is there one? What do they say about our industry?

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