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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:

Einar Fredbo skiing scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1586
Abstract

The Einar Fredbo skiing scrapbook (1930-1934) was kept by Einar Fredbo and contains clippings regarding skiing activities, particularly ski jumping, in Utah and the western United States. Clippings document the activities of Fredbo, Alf Engen, and other skiers. Many clippings document ski jumping competitions held at Ecker Hill. Einar Fredbo was a ski jumper in Utah and the western United States.

Dates: 1930-1934

Lou Lorenz papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1644
Abstract The Lou Lorenz papers (1951-1996) contain correspondence, meeting materials, legal documents, instruction manuals, booklets, magazines, newsletters, journals, directories, posters, and general ski instruction. Lorenz started teaching skiing in the 1940s. He was a ski school director at Little Mountain and Solitude, president of Intermountain Ski Instructors of America (ISIA), and a charter member of the Utah Ski Archives Advisory Board. He serves on the Alf Engen Museum Foundation Board of...
Dates: 1951-1996

Alpine Training School scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1645
Abstract The Alpine Training School scrapbook (1960-1969) contains information on ski racing and the School. The Alpine Training School was developed in the 1960s by Marv Melville, Al Hansen and Bill Spencer to provide competent instruction for all the school members; to develop young competitors interested in qualifying for national and international meets; to provide guidance and supervision for members at all organized functions; to provide traveling expenses to local, divisional and national...
Dates: 1960-1969

Darrell D. Robison papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1662
Abstract

The Darrell D. Robison papers (1947-2002) contain correspondence, a photocopied scrapbook, news articles, race results and ski publications following his skiing career.

Dates: 1947-2002

Robert Young papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1694
Abstract

The Robert Young papers (1964-1991) contain pamphlets, posters, competition badges, and news clippings highlighting Young's life as a freestyle skier. The posters show different events he competed in and the pamphlets are from several ski camps he worked at.

Dates: 1964-1991

Karen Korfanta papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1689
Abstract

The Karen Korfanta papers (1941-1998) contain correspondence, news clippings, a scrapbook, brochures, pamphlets, and ski memorabilia.

Dates: 1941-1998

Wilby Durham papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1708
Abstract

The Wilby Durham papers (1949-1962) contain correspondence, news clippings, photographs, ski race forms and organization documents relating to the formation of the Utah Ski Associates. Durham helped found the Utah Ski Associates in 1962 to promote skiing in Utah as well as to prepare the Utah ski community for future Winter Olympics bids. He also served as an officer of the Intermountain Ski Association and the Salt Lake Ski Club.

Dates: 1949-1962

Alton Crane Melville papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1723
Abstract The Alton Crane Melville papers (1953-2001) contain correspondence, articles, speeches, minutes, pamphlets, brochures, and news clippings pertaining to the National Ski Association (NSA), currently known as the United States Ski Association (USSA) and the 1960 Olympic Games. In addition, the collection contains information on the Melville, Deseret, and Abraham Irrigation Companies. Melville (1904-1966) wrote The Melville Family of Utah, and served as...
Dates: 1953-2001

Patrick N. Miller collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1771
Abstract

The Patrick N. Miller collection (1960-2013) contains manuscript and memorabilia related to the University of Utah Ski Team and Miller's involvement with collegiate and national level skiing. Miller served as head coach, as president of the Rocky Mountain Intercollegiate Ski Association and as a member of the National Collegiate Athletics Association Skiing Rules Committee.

Dates: 1960-2013

William Spencer papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1794
Abstract

The William Spencer papers (1960-2000) contains a scrapbook, newsletter, and clippings documenting William Spencer's career as a University of Utah and United States ski racer and an Olympic biathlete. The materials also document the development of biathlon as an Olympic sport. Included is a photocopy of the book Biathlon by Arthur Stegen. Spencer is a biathlete, skier, and cyclist. In February 2000 he was inducted into the Biathlon Hall of Fame.

Dates: 1975-2002

Norm Burton papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1814
Abstract The Norm Burton papers (1958-1985) contain correspondence, programs, articles, news clippings, and a wooden plaque pertaining to the Professional Ski Instructors Association (PSIA) and the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association (ISIA). Norm Burton served as certification president, administrative vice president, and president of the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association during the 1970s and 1980s. The materials also contain information on the Miller Ski Company and Snow Basin's ski...
Dates: 1958-1985

Robert L. Springmeyer papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1816
Abstract The Robert L. Springmeyer papers (1923-1976) contain correspondence, memos, meeting minutes, convention minutes, ski tournament schedules, ski race results, news clippings, miscellaneous papers, applications, school work, diplomas, announcements, awards and a wooden plaque concerning Robert L. Springmeyer's family life and educational history as well as his involvement in the Utah National Guard, the Cub Scouts, the Salt Lake City Ski Club, and the United States Ski Association. Springmeyer...
Dates: 1923-1976

D. Robert Theobald scrapbook [photocopy]

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Identifier: ACCN 1834
Abstract

The D. Robert Theobald scrapbook (1968-1989) consist of a photocopy of the original documenting the skiing career of Theobald. D. Robert Theobald competed in freestyle skiing events in the 1970s. He also operated a ski school at Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah and served as an officer in national freestyle skiing organizations.

Dates: 1968-1989

Brighton Ski Resort records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1838
Abstract

The Brighton Ski Resort records (1915-2000) contain a master plan, brochures, season pass forms, trial maps, posters, articles, news clippings, ski passes, and typescript histories detailing the development of both Brighton, Utah and Brighton Ski Resort. The first serviced ski area in Utah was created at Brighton in 1936. The resort area has been expanded to cover 850 acres today.

Dates: 1915-2000

Albert S. Hansen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1843
Abstract

The Albert S. Hansen papers (1962-1971) contain information, correspondence, membership material, and rosters of the Ski Utah Associates, as well as news articles, newsletters, and information about the Olympic Ski Club. Albert S. Hansen worked with the Ski Utah Association, and was a lifelong supporter of University of Utah athletics, and served as the Executive Director of the Intermountain Ski Association.

Dates: 1962-1971

Harold Judd Goodro papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1898
Abstract The Harold Judd Goodro papers (1946-1997) contain biographical information, news clippings, and copies of the Wasatch Rambler. Goodro helped to organize the first ski club at Salt Lake City's West High School in the 1930s and he was a founding member of the Alta Ski Patrol in 1938. He worked for Utah Power and Light Co. for forty years and was an instructor in the Dept. of Recreation and Leisure at the University of Utah, as well as coordinator of the...
Dates: 1946-1997

Katrina Terzian Jensen scrapbooks [photocopy]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2393
Abstract

The Katrina Terzian Jensen scrapbooks consist of photocopies containing news clippings discussing Utah NCAA and also the University of Utah's Ski Program and Jensen's ski career as a participant of this program.

Dates: 1980s

Sarah "Sally" Cousins Elliott papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2428
Abstract

The Sally Cousins Elliott papers (1972-1997) contain an account of Elliott's career as a ski instructor during the 1985s-1990s as well as her participation with the Amateur Ski Instructors Association (ASIA) and the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA).

Dates: 1972-1997

Utah skiing collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1080
Abstract

The Utah skiing collection (1930-1992) is an ongoing collection of miscellaneous items related to skiing received from various donors. Included are industry reports, ski logs, articles, clippings, posters, and ephemera.

Dates: 1930-1992

Alf Engen ski video collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0391
Abstract

The Alf Engen ski video collection (1938-2004) contains footage that reveals the evolution of the sport of skiing and of ski facilities and resorts, including news reports and interviews featuring Engen and footage Engen competeing in National Championship events, instructing ski school, and skiing with family and friends. Alf Engen was an internationally recognized Nordic and Alpine skier instrumental in the development of the ski industry in Utah and the American West.

Dates: 1938-2004