July 2008

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Snowmaking 2008

A roundup of the latest in snowmaking technology, which emphasizes ease and efficiency.

The Olympic Bump

Written by Jim Spring

Hosting an Olympics in your backyard really can make a difference in attracting potential participants.

Tower of Power

Written by Allen Best

Jiminy Peak's wind turbine has been up and running for a full season now. Was the payoff worth it?

Keeping Up With the Joneses

Written by Peter Blais

Here's a look at how small ski areas around the country successfully compete for their share of the pie.

Better Snow, Less Cost

Written by Katie Bailey

As energy prices skyrocket, ski areas and manufacturers are looking at ways to cut costs. In snowmaking, variable frequency drives will help.

Construction Site :: July 2008

Written by Staff

New lifts and lodging properties kick off the summer construction season at resorts around the country.

Speak Out :: Snowsports Schools and Remembering Darcy Brown

Written by Rick Kahl and Ann Rowan

Rick Kahl asks Is a Snowsports School a Profit Center or a Recruiting Center? Ann Rowan remembers Darcy Brown.

Industry Reports :: July 2008

Written by Staff

RECORD VISITS FOR SKI AREAS... OBITS... PEOPLE... SUPPLIER PEOPLE... SUPPLIER NEWS

Playing the Value Card

Written by Linda Goodspeed

What, us worry? The price of gas doesn't faze ski areas.

Making the Connection

Written by Katie Bailey

How retailers and resorts can work together to help recruit and retain new participants.

A Few Good Managers

Written by Moira McCarthy

Winter resort recruiters have one of the toughest jobs in the country. But there is hope.

Mountain Spy :: July 2008

Written by Liz Eren

For this edition of Mountain Spy, our 007 Liz Eren tackled group visits with the usual varying results, though none were too awful.

Blue Pages :: July 2008

Written by Staff

RESORT REAL ESTATE SALES COOL OFF... CSCUSA: AND THEN THERE WERE 22... BEING GREEN: WHAT CUSTOMERS EXPECT... NEW FACES IN THE CORNER OFFICE... A RECORD...

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