SAM Coverage
Snowmaking
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2017 NSAA National Convention and Tradeshow
The NSAA National Convention and Tradeshow drew a total of 880 ski industry operators and suppliers to the Fairmont Princess Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz.,…
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Making Snow Better
Technology advances in both air/water stick and fan guns help resorts maximize production in marginal conditions. The recipe for making snow is pretty simple,…
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Mountain Spy :: Question on Base Depth
THE QUESTION: I’M NEW TO THE SPORT, AND IT SEEMS EVERYONE REPORTS THEIR BASE DEPTH. HOW DO YOU MEASURE IT? We asked a version of…
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Speak Out :: The Value of Snowmaking
Snow brings people. And people bring their wallets. The contents of those wallets drive the economies of most ski area communities, small or large.…
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Construction Site :: November 2016
We highlight snowmaking improvements and, especially, new lodges. SUN VALLEY, IDAHO In a development that impacts two Mountain Collective members, Aspen Skiing Company is…
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Snowmaking Maintenance
The lowest-cost means of boosting snowmaking production. The last few seasons have shown resorts across the country the importance of effective and efficient snowmaking.…
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A Teachable Season
A look at the lessons learned from a winter tht humbled even some of the best snow management teams. SMI Super PoleCat at Snowshoe,…
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A Hospitable Climate?
As scientific evidence accumulates about the changing climate, winter resorts face many questions. Contrary to what some have said, those who professionally study the…
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Trailblazers : : Ron Ratnik
From World War II refugee to snowmaking innovator. SAM: How did you come to America? Ratnik: My family fled Estonia in 1944 as the…
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Construction Site :: July 2015
Resorts are adding a variety of summer and winter facilities to keep guests satisfied and eager to return for more. SNOWBIRD, UTA new, two-story,…