September 2013

Featured Story

Greasy Glass Ceiling?

Mountain operations have typically been a male-dominated world. But that is changing as women make their way out of the offices.

Raising the Bar

Written by Iseult Devlin

When it comes to looking after our littlest guests, there are many ways to keep them, and the parents, happy.

Why Is Change Hard?

Written by Craig Cimmons

The second profile in our terrain-based teaching series. Here we take a look at how Jay Peak converted employee culture.

In the Bag

Written by Moira McCarthy

Air bags are providing year-round entertainment at resorts. Are they right for you?

By the Numbers

Written by Rick Kahl

Jiminy Peak and its sister area Cranmore are making more snow earlier while cutting expenses. Here's how they do it.

Alt Golf

Written by Peter Oliver

Disc and miniature golf are experiencing a renaissance.

Construction Site :: September 2013

Written by Staff Report

Resorts were busy this summer with improvements.

Speak Out :: Does Vice Still Sell?

Written by John Fry

John Fry, former editor of Ski and Snow Country magazines, responds to an article in our July 2013 issue of SAM.

Industry Reports :: September 2013

Written by Staff

BOYNE AND CROSSHARBOR TEAM UP... PEOPLE... SUPPLIER NEWS

Creative Staffing

Written by Janice White

Technology is not a panacea when it comes to scheduling, but it can often help.

It's Party Time!

Written by Linda Goodspeed

Birthday parties can be a good source of income--and promotion--if the nearby pool of kids is big enough.

Going Digital

Written by Paul Janoff

Computerizing accident reports helps ensure that records are complete.

Mountain Spy :: September 2013

Written by Liz Eren

In this month’s Mountain Spy, there were two stand-outs and several more that were almost perfect. Of course, there were a few that were subpar, prov...

Blue Pages :: September 2013

Written by Staff Report

WHO WILL CONTROL PARK CITY RESORT?... HOW TO FINANCE THE FEEDERS?... THE BATTLE OVER BELLEAYRE... CALIF. PUTS A KINK IN ZIPLINE BUSINESS... A PLETHORA ...

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