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January 2010

 

Below is the Table of Contents. We have selected a few articles that you can read in their entirety online.

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Lifts 2009 :: Not Much to Say

Lift construction crews were relatively quiet in 2009 as the economy shelved many plans for uphill transportation.

Fearless Predictions

Fearless Predictions

Written by Moira McCarthy
When we entered the new millennium, we asked a few experts to predict the future. Here we revisit these experts for an update.

Summer In the Air

Written by Ken Castle
Many ski areas are turning into adventure parks during the summer months.

Snowsport Factories

Written by Patrick Thorne
Indoor snow domes are all the rage in many parts of the world. Will they ever take off in North America?

China's Evolution

Written by Justin Downes
Many believe that the ski industry in China is on the verge of exploding.

The Other Seasons

Written by Rick Kahl
The annual IAPPA show is full of great ideas for year-round entertainment.

Twister!

Written by Katie Bailey
What happened when Ontario's Georgian Peaks ski club was hit by a tornado?

Head for the Pass

Written by Linda Goodspeed
Skiers and riders scooped up season's passes in great numbers this year.

Speak Out :: Digital Kids

Written by Erica Kelleher, Snow Monsters
Kids on the Web...
COPPER SOLD TO POWDR... MOONLIGHT FILES FOR BANKRUPTCY... RETAIL SALES (FINALLY) UP... TERRAIN PARK CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNDED... OBITUARIES... PEOPLE.....
The Eternal Ski Bum

The Eternal Ski Bum

Written by Seth Masia
Where will old skiers go before they die?

High-Tech Grooming

Written by Claire Walter
GPS-guided grooming can help resorts use resources more efficiently.

Keeping Up With the Joneses

Written by Elia Hamilton
Remember who your best customers are.

Mountain Spy :: January 2010

Written by Liz Eren
Mountain spy Liz Eren tackles childcare with mixed results.
BEHIND THE SNODGRASS EXPANSION DENIAL... TECHNOLOGY BOOSTS PASS FRAUD DETECTION... SHOULD ON-SNOW EMPLOYEES WEAR HELMETS?...MEET THE NEW BOSS, SAME AS ...