
Cutter’s Camp · Timberline, Mt. Hood, Ore.
Schedule & Overview
A week of hands-on learning, collaboration, and real-world problem solving for terrain park professionals.
Since 2003, Cutter’s Camp has fostered an open dialogue between terrain park managers, staff, industry experts, and suppliers from around the world. The week-long spring program for terrain park professionals features on-hill and classroom workshops, with a continued focus on the business of terrain parks, risk management, design/build, and much more. Plus, on-hill, one-on-one coaching and demos of the latest machines, snow, and park management systems.
“I have been fortunate enough to be a participant, a host, and a panelist at various times over the past 20 years, and I would not be where I am today without those experiences. Cutter’s Camp is the one spot in North America where the beginners and the pros and everyone in between come together to understand where we are, where we came from, and where we are going in the park industry.”
— Brian Norton, President & GM, Loon Mountain, N.H.
Registration
Camp packages are all-inclusive of lodging for four nights, all meals, one-on-one on-hill coaching, classroom and workshops, drink tickets, evening activities, subscription to SAM, and swag. Space is limited to ensure a hands-on experience and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions: email jordyn@saminfo.com.
Cutter’s Camp returns to Timberline Lodge May 10–14, 2027. Registration opens January 2027.
2026 Package Pricing
- Single Room Package: $2,115 per person
- Double Room Package: $1,685 per person (based on 2 people per room)
- Chalet Package (bunk beds with shared bathrooms): $1,530 per person
Schedule at a Glance
Monday
Arrival Day
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Registration
11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free Ski & Ride
12–4 p.m.
Grooming Demos
5–6:15 p.m.
Fireside Chat
6:15–11 p.m.
Dinner
Tuesday
7:30–8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
8:30–9:30 a.m.
Session 1
9:45 a.m.–12 p.m.
On-Hill Coaching: Block 1
9:45–10:30 a.m.
Session 2
10:30–10:45 a.m.
Morning Break
10:45 a.m.–12 p.m.
Session 3
12–1 p.m.
Lunch
12:45–3:30 p.m.
On-Hill Coaching: Block 2
1–3 p.m.
Session 4
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Session 5
5:15–9 p.m.
Dinner & Annual Trip to Windells
Wednesday
7:30–8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
8:30–11 a.m.
On-Hill Coaching: Block 3
8:30–9:30 a.m.
Session 6
9:30–10:30 a.m.
Session 7
10:30–11 a.m.
Morning Break
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Session 8
12–1 p.m.
Lunch
1–3:30 p.m.
On-Hill Coaching: Block 4
1–2 p.m.
Session 9
2–3 p.m.
Session 10
3–3:30 p.m.
Afternoon Break
3:30–4:45 p.m.
Session 11
6–11 p.m.
Dinner, Arcade, & Game of Sleds
Thursday
7:30–8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
8:30–11 a.m.
On-Hill Coaching: Block 5
8:30–10:30 a.m.
Session 12
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Session 13
12–1 p.m.
Lunch
1–3:30 p.m.
On-Hill Coaching: Block 6
1–2:30 p.m.
Session 14
2:30–4 p.m.
Free Ski & Ride and On-Hill Demos
5:30–10 p.m.
Final Dinner & Awards
Friday
Departure Day
8–9 a.m.
Breakfast
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free Ski/Ride
Camp Session Highlights
- Events that work: What makes an event a success? Join this interactive discussion on all things events, from the grass roots to the big-time budgets, and map out what success means for your resort.
- Transition these features into your park: A hands-on session rotating campers through stations on building and maintaining popular transition features — boobs, volcanoes, hips, and more.
- State of the terrain park union address: Experts dive into the current state of terrain parks, how major events influence every-day resort parks, European nonlinear fun parks, what guests want, and what the future looks like.
- Freestyle terrain notebook updates & jump measurement: The latest Freestyle Terrain Notebook updates, plus jump and hip measurement — the how, the why, and the best tools for the job.
- Pre- and post-season checklists: In-depth pre- and post-season planning, building strategic checklists for a safe and successful park program.
- Designing for progression: Chris Hargrave walks campers through building for terrain park newbies — communication, build tips, and keeping traffic flowing into your park.
- One-on-one coaching: A concentrated block of cat-time with a top park builder. You choose the focus — veteran tips, burning questions, honing your operating skills.
- Risk management: Terrain park risk management with experts from leading insurance companies and ASDA attorneys — education, warning, design, construction, maintenance, and supervision.
“The evolution of terrain parks over the last 20 years has been traced and shaped by Cutter’s Camp. Not just by the educational and coaching opportunities, but by the face to face conversations with like-minded and equally passionate park operators from around the world.”
— Elia Hamilton, Industrial Werks Canada
FAQ
Camp packages include four nights of lodging, all meals, one-on-one on-hill coaching, classroom sessions and workshops, drink tickets, evening activities, Cutter’s Camp swag, and a subscription to SAM. Airport transportation is available for an additional cost.
Monday and Friday are free ski and ride days for campers who would like to explore Timberline’s parks, so bring your ski or snowboard gear if possible. If you are unable to bring equipment, your camp credentials will allow you to rent gear.
Weather at Mt. Hood can be unpredictable, and sessions will take place both indoors and on-hill, so pack layers and be prepared for a variety of conditions.
We’ll head to Windells on Tuesday for dinner and activities. If you enjoy skateboarding, bring your board. A limited number of boards will also be available.
Yes. To keep participation fair and give more resorts the opportunity to attend, registration is limited to three campers per resort.
All campers stay at the historic Timberline Lodge. Room arrangements depend on the package selected during registration:
- Single Package: A private room
- Double Package: A shared room with your selected roommate
- Chalet Package: A shared bunk room with shared bathrooms
Yes. Timberline Lodge offers a variety of options at each meal. Please contact jordyn@saminfo.com with details about any dietary restrictions or related questions.
Take a Look at Last Year’s Camp
Check out the slideshow from last year’s camp and dive into the full recap here.









Build with us at Timberline
Join us for a week of hands-on building, collaboration, and community with terrain park professionals from across the industry.
Questions: jordyn@saminfo.com

