Mountain Spy …… January 2024

We were surprised, and disappointed, at how impatient and disinterested staff members—including those in snowsports school—were when talking to someone new to winter sports. Increasing participation in skiing and snowboarding might not seem like a high priority to some staff, especially after a couple of record seasons. But recruiting newcomers remains important for the long term. That being so, resorts should take special care to welcome first-timers. If this month’s sample is any indication, that’s just not happening.

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