SAM Coverage
Olivia Rowan
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The 1983-84 Economic Study
SAM”s annual report on the state of the ski industry has two new authors: C. R. Goeldner and Thor Groswold. For most of the…
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A No-Fault Accident Locating System
This brand new way of pin-pointing ski accidents on the slopes almost eliminates one of the nagging variables in making reports. By Robert G.…
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Wind– A Judgement Call?
How much wind is too much? Lew Cuyler asked ski area authorities and found that standards and measurement procedures are limired and highly variable.
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Purpa And Power
Ski areas may not only be able to save money by generating their own power, they may be able to make money as well.…
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A Gondola As A Lifeline
It seemed an expensive way to bring skiers to the resort, but the gondola finally paid off in skier days and a long season…
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Cash Handling
In many ways, ski areas are more vulnerable to theft than other buisnesses, so operators have devised innovative ways to combat the threat. By…
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Should You Concession Or Run In-House?
There are sound buisness reasons to determine the food and beverage operation option, but ultimately it may be a matter of style. By Jim…
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Ski France– Competition And Character
The Alps have their appeal, but by American standards it may be more mystique than real says Werner F Schuster.
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Ski France– Growth And Innovation
Expansion has come in layers, but each one has brought new problems and solutions according to H. Peter Wingle.
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Real Estate And Skiing
Chuck Lewis draws on his experience and knowledge to provide provocative opinions on this vital topic.
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New Tax Law-Coming Down The Pike
It may be tax simplification to some, but the fingers indicate tough consequences. Richard Houlihan gives an accounting.
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Second Homes Still Going Strong
Buyers are still buying according to a survey, but they are selective. By Dana Gatlin.
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The Vermonters Are Restless
Groups are mobilizing to impose restrictions on real estate expansion. Paul Robbins examines the conflicts.