Events & Educational Programs
SAM’s events and educational programs bring mountain resort professionals together to learn, connect, share ideas, and tackle the opportunities and challenges shaping the industry. Explore our programs below to learn more and get involved.
In-Person Events
Cutter’s Camp
Cutter’s Camp brings terrain park professionals together for hands-on learning, on-hill workshops, equipment demos, peer-to-peer education, and networking focused on advancing the craft of terrain park design, construction, and operations.
Summer Ops Camp
Summer Ops Camp brings mountain resort professionals together for hands-on education, behind-the-scenes access, networking, and firsthand exploration of the attractions, operations, and ideas driving year-round mountain recreation.
Ski Area Sustainability Leaders Pre-Summit Forum
SAM partners with Mountain Towns 2030 and National Ski Areas Association to bring ski area leaders together for focused conversations around climate action, sustainability, and building more resilient mountain communities.
Sponsored by Brendle Group & SE Group.
Virtual Programs
Ski Resort AI Bootcamp
Presented by SAM and Eternity, the Ski Resort AI Bootcamp is a virtual education series that helps mountain resort professionals understand and put artificial intelligence to work. Sessions combine practical guidance, industry examples, and conversations with resort operators exploring AI across their businesses.
Sponsored by Get Ski Bots.
The Summit Series
Recently expanded in partnership with Field of Play Consulting, the SAM Summit Series is a leadership development program designed to support the next generation of mountain resort leaders. The program combines mentorship, professional development, peer-to-peer learning, and candid conversations with experienced industry leaders to help participants build the skills and perspective to take the next step in their careers.
Sponsored by MountainGuard.
Want to Get Involved?
Interested in attending, contributing to, or partnering with a SAM event or educational program? Get in touch with our team to learn more.
Event inquiries: karolyn@saminfo.com · Sponsorship inquiries: sharon@saminfo.com