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SSSA. Ski and Snow Sports Archives (S.J. Quinney Outdoor Recreation Archives)

 Record Group
Identifier: SSSA
The archives document the evolution of the sport and industry, including the history of ski competition on local, national, and international levels. In addition to scholarly research of skiing as a sport, these materials are valuable resources for research into skiing-related industries such as public relations, transportation, resorts and their amenities, equipment, and clothing. Established in 1989, this self-funded program was created to preserve a comprehensive history of skiing in Utah and the Intermountain region.

Found in 262 Collections and/or Records:

Deedee Corradini papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2024
Abstract

The Deedee Corradini papers (1960-2013) consist primarily of materials on the 2002 Olympic Games, including brochures, pamphlets, reports, and bid books. Also included are materials relating to her campaign. Dee Corradini was elected mayor of Salt Lake City in 1991 and served two consecutive terms. She was instrumental in bringing the 2002 Winter Olympic Games to Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1960-2014

Canyons Resort records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2026
Abstract

The Canyons resort records (1988-2002) contain advertisements, brochures, magazine articles, memos, news clippings, and art designs. The ski area is the successor to the ski area founded by Calvin R. MacKay. Founded with the name of Park City West, the resort in White Pine Canyon became known later known Park West. It was sold in 1994 and re-named Wolf Mountain. In 1997 the area was sold to American Skiing Comany and with the name The Caynons it is now flourishing as a first-rate resort.

Dates: 1988-2002

Park City Ski Corporation records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1218
Abstract

The Park City Ski Corporation records (1961-1997) contains announcements to the public and the media from the company's communications director regarding upcoming events, resort improvements, and new programs available for visitors. The collection also includes many brochures and information packets that cover the same subjects, although these items also contain local advertising, vacation ideas, and visitor information.

Dates: 1961-1997

Barbara Yamada papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1250
Abstract

The Barbara Yamada papers (1963-2006) contain newsletters, memos, news clippings, manuals, rule books, study guides, tests, and research files. These materials relate to ski organizations and competitions, university athletics, and the Utah Ski Archives.

Dates: 1963-2006

Salt Lake Olympic Bid Committee records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1267
Abstract

The Salt Lake Olympic Bid Committee records (1985-1993) contain correspondence, newsletters, news clippings, statistical reports, committee reports, publicity items, and other materials which document Salt Lake City's failed attempt to get the 1998 Winter Olympics.

Dates: 1985-1993

Jim Sullivan papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1425
Abstract

The Jim Sullivan papers (1972-1993, 2008-2014) include correspondence from Jim Sullivan, a pamphlet illustrating the Snow King Resort, sticker, Teton magazines, Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum Chronicle newsletter, and Jackson Hole Skier containing articles about Snow King. Included in the collection is an article written about Sullivan.

Dates: 1972-2014

Toshia Akai papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2225
Abstract

The Toshia Akai papers consist of materials regarding the International Meeting of Sports Science Commemorating the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano and also numerous publications regarding ski injuries, theories of skiing, safety, and standards.

Dates: 1992-1998

Steve Clegg papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2048
Abstract

The Steve Clegg papers (1964-1965) includes a ski racer's bib from that race and ski lift passes. Steve Clegg raced in the 1964 Jr. National Championship Race.

Dates: 1964-1965

Barbie Patterson Kallerud scrapbooks [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2012
Abstract

The Barbie Patterson Kallerud scrapbooks [photocopies] (1952-1995) document Kallerud's ski career. Kallerud was born in Sun Valley, Idaho and was on the C team and the development team for the United States Ski team from 1976 to 1979. She skied for the University of Utah Ski team from 1981 to 1982. She earned her bachelor's degree in English and her secondary teaching certificate from the University of Utah in 1984.

Dates: 1952-1995

LaVern Trepp home movies collection

 Collection
Identifier: A1160
Abstract

Lavern O. Trepp (1917-2005) was an American skier and United States Army veteran who served in the 10th Mountain Division during World War II. After his military service, Trepp acquired the Pine Mountain Alpine Ski area in Iron Mountain, Michigan. This collection contains home movies of Trepp's military service and training and his family.

Dates: 1941-1974

Christopher Tatsuno digital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1304
Abstract

Christopher Tatsuno is a Japanese American skier and adaptive ski coach. This collection contains digital only images of Tatsuno participating in extreme skiing and a United States freeskiing competition circa 2000-2005.

Dates: circa 2000-2005

Karl and Vicki Beck Jacobson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2762
Abstract

The Karl and Vicki Beck Jacobson papers (1978-1995) consist of a biographical sketch, news clippings and a calendar produced by Jans Mountain Outfitters that features a photograph of Karl Jacobson.

Dates: 1978-1995

Amy Toda Meeker papers

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042330912]
Identifier: ACCN 2764
Abstract

The Amy Toda Meeker papers (1946-1949, 2007) consist of news clippings, a biographical sketch, and ski racing programs. Meeker was a former student and ski racer for the University of Utah.

Dates: 1946-2007

Anthony and Herbert Schwartz papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2787
Abstract

The Anthony and Herbert Schwartz papers (1960-2003) consists of materials regarding the Winter Olympic Games held in Salt Lake City, Utah, along with other materials regarding ski resorts and skiing.

Dates: 1960-2003

Michael Russell papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2817
Abstract

The Michael Russell papers (1975-2014) consist of scrapbooks assembled by Russell as well as collected publications and correspondence regarding Russell's ballet skiing career.

Dates: 1975-2014

Bernie Weichsel's Park City, Salt Lake, and Utah pamphlet and clipping collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2872
Abstract

The Bernie Weichsel collection (1972-1981) consists of promotional travel pamphlets from Park City, Salt Lake and Utah areas. Also included within the collection are ski related articles and news clippings and a folder promoting skiing in California.

Dates: 1972-1981

Ray Grass papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2874
Abstract

The Ray Grass papers (1937-2011) consist of various competitive and recreational ski guides, programs, and articles collected by the sports writer.

Dates: 1937-2011

Randy L. Dryer papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2984
Abstract

The Randy L. Dryer papers (1987-2005) contains materials related to Dryer's work with the Utah Sports Authority as a member of the Board of Trustees and Management Committee of the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games Organizing Committee. He also served as chair of the Utah Athletic Foundation.

Dates: 1987-2005

Richard J. Bird papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0610
Abstract

The Richard J. Bird papers (1963-1990) concern the development and installation of aerial tram and rope tow equipment for recreational ski areas. Included are reports and news clippings. Richard Bird was an administrator for the Forest Service in Ogden, Utah.

Dates: 1963-1990

Glenn Walker Wallace photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0401
Abstract

The Glenn Walker Wallace photograph collection contains photographs of skiing at Park City Ski Area, Utah.

Dates: 1960s