The SAM Archive
Magazine Archives
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Lifts 2005-Nothing to Brag About
In terms of numbers, the lifts built in 2005 hit an all-time low. But the news is not…
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Playing Second Chair
With the cost of new lifts on the rise, many areas are turning to the second-hand market with…
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All Hail the Bullwheels of Summer
Mountain bike parks for summer guests boil down to the freestyle terrain your winter guests love. It's all…
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Fun and Games
Take a look at some of the trends in entertainment straight from the International Association of Amusement Parks…
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Building a Great Shop
A well-thought-out maintenance shop can save a lot of time and money and keep maintenance personnel productive.
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Publishers’ Memo :: January 2006
Terrain Parks, Guest Editor, Rental Winners, SAMMYs.
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Industry Reports :: January 2006
Peak Resorts Moves East Again… Burke Sold to Ginn… Gondola to Connect Whistler and Blackcomb… Laurel Remains Closed……
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Emerging Markets
Slats is back and he's analyzing the disappearance of the ski bum.
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A Great Start
This year’s season got off to a record-breaking start for many and a nice rebound for others.
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Ride Guide
The industry take its first stab at putting freestyle to paper.
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Rethink Sled Culture
Incidents betweens skiers and snowmobiles are rare but serious. Do your practices reflect the latest thinking on sled…
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Get ’em While They’re Young
Maine-based WinterKids infiltrates the school system to promote outdoor education and winter sports.
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Halting the Brain Drain
A discussion thread at skilifts.org explores why it's so difficult to attract and retain mechanics.
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New Frontiers
In October, ski area operators from Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Korea and North America discussed the future.

