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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:

Bill Spencer digital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0424
Abstract

The Bill Spencer photograph collection contains biathlon skiers, Bill Spencer on skis, 1930s-1940s and 1976, images were created from digital scans of 35 mm slides of a U.S. ski team, 1964 Olympic Biathlon Team, and two men working with a gun. The collection also contains personal photographs.

This collection is entirely digital and available online in our Digital Library.

Dates: 1930s-1980s

Curtis Oberhansly collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1992
Abstract

The Oberhansly collection (1976-1977) consists of various materials relating to Oberhansly's interest and involvement in the freestyle skiing world during 1975-1977.

Dates: 1976-1977

H. Guy Child Elementary School Olympic activities records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1996
Abstract

The H. Guy Child Elementary School Olympic activities records (2002) contain a notebook of the preporatory events the school put on in anticipation of the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, in 2002.

Dates: 2002

Bruce A. Crane papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2196
Abstract

Bruce A. Crane has held numerous positions with the United States Ski Association (USSA). His collection documents his activities with the USSA, the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), the United States Ski Team (USST), and the Federation of International Skiing (FIS). Included in this collection are numerous reports, circulars, and correspondence concerning the administrative activities of Bruce A. Crane throughout his career.

Dates: 1980-1998

Calder Richards Consulting Engineers records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2189
Abstract

The Calder Richards Consulting Engineers records (1974-2002) is a collection of project files and blueprints of plans for the venues at the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympics. Records for this collection are organized by Olympic venue location (i.e. Deer Vally, Snow Basin, etc.). Within these categories are different projects that pertain to each venue's designs. As well there are several boxes of general projects and project designs that pertain to all of the Olympic Venues.

Dates: 1974-2002

Cottonwood Club Ski Program scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2223
Abstract

The Cottonwood Club Ski Program scrapbook (1964-2005) documents the program which was founded in 1964. Through the club young people learn to ski. Each year about one hundred and twenty youths participate in the Ski Program. The program involves a weekly trip up Little Cottonwood Canyon for ski instruction. The Cottonwood Club Ski Program is associated with the Alf Engen Ski School held at Alta Ski Resort.

Dates: 1964-2005

Francis Wikstrom papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2623
Abstract

The Francis Wikstrom papers (1968-1992) consist of materials from his time as a ski instructor along with his participation with the Professional Ski Instructors of America: Intermountain Division (PSIA) and the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association.

Dates: 1968-1992

Suzy Harris Rytting papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1161
Abstract

The Suzy Harris Rytting papers (1944-1988) consist of photocopied clippings and other documents covering Suzy Harris Rytting's career in ski racing and her election to the National Ski Hall of Fame in 1988. Suzy Harris Rytting is a ski racer. She was a member of the 1952 U.S. Olympic team.

Dates: 1944-1988

Park City West records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0544
Abstract

The Park City West records (1967-1982) contain corespondence, news clippings, news releases, brochures, trail maps, fact sheets, financial documents, and architectural materials such as drawings, specifications, and construction cost sheets. A scrapbook is also included.

Dates: 1967-1982

Gale Dick papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0593
Abstract

The Gale Dick papers (1985-1990) consist of committee and organizational work Dick did with the Salt Lake City Olympic bid effort, beginning in 1985. Included are correspondence, minutes, studies, reports, brochures, news clippings, and other papers.

Dates: 1985-1990

Utahns For Responsible Public Spending records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1548
Abstract The Utahns for Responsible Public Spending records (1988-1995) contains correspondence, clippings, press releases, notes, petitions, speeches, and memorabilia related to the activities of this organization in opposing the bid for the Winter Olympics. Included are materials produced by the Utah Sports Authority and various bid committees in support of Salt Lake City's bids for the Winter Olympics. Utahns for Responsible Public Spending was a group opposed to the Salt Lake City bid for the...
Dates: 1988-1995

Inventories to the XV Winter Olympic Games

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1576
Abstract

The inventories to the XV Winter Olympic Games (1984-1988) consist of inventories to the records of the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympic Games. The collection contains nine spiral bound books that descripe the records of PR-90-001, held in 620 containers in the City of Calgary Archives, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This collection also includes several promotional pamphlets, training materials, and other documents produced in conjunction with the 1988 Winter Olympic Games.

Dates: 1984-1988

Sun Valley, Idaho collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1653
Abstract

The Sun Valley, Idaho collection (1937-1965) consists of travel brochures, photos, calendars, and stationary. The materials focus on the travel and recreational opportunities available in Sun Valley.

Dates: 1937-1965

Craig Gorder papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1709
Abstract

The Craig Gorder papers (1961-1975) contain news clippings, articles, news releases, letters of recognition, personal letters, pamphlets, brochures and ski magazines pertaining to the life and skiing career of Craig Gorder. Gorder was born in 1952 and was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He had a career as a ski racer, racing professionally and for the U.S. Ski Team and the U.S. Olympic Ski Team.

Dates: 1961-1975

Dan Steffen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1741
Abstract

The Dan Steffen papers (1960-1982) contains course materials and publications relating to skiing and ski instruction. Steffen is a member of the Ski Archives Advisory Committee. He has taught skiing for many years at several of the Salt Lake area ski resorts.

Dates: 1960-1982

David Eccles Quinney papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1772
Abstract

The David Eccles Quinney papers (1932-2000) contain a scrapbook, correspondence, and publications related to the Sun Valley Ski Resort. Quinney (1919-1974), who was a member of the Utah Ski Club and the Aurora Ski Club, is a son of S. Joseph Quinney, a Salt Lake attorney who was instrumental in the development of skiing at Alta.

Dates: 1932-2000

Utah Ski Archives Advisory Board records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1806
Abstract The Utah Ski Archives Advisory Board records (1973-2012) contain correspondence, meeting agendas, auction forms, articles, art designs, brochures, memos, newsletters, and newspaper materials regarding the Ski Archives' annual fundraiser, "The Ski Affair." The Utah Ski Archives, established in 1989, was created in order to preserve a comprehensive history of skiing in Utah and the Intermountain region. The archives offer a unique opportunity for historical and contemporary research into...
Dates: 1973-2012

Jeffrey P. Davis resumés and scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1901
Abstract

The Jeffrey P. Davis resumés and scrapbook (1987-1996) of this professional snowboarder and snowboarding competition judge.

Dates: 1987-1996

Josh Roberts advertisements and interview

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1902
Abstract

The collection consists of color photocopies of magazine ads for snowboarding featuring Josh Roberts and a published interview. Josh Roberts is a snowboarder living in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dates: 1998-1999

Edward B. Ferguson scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1903
Abstract

The Edward B. Ferguson scrapbooks (1960-1974) consist of two volumes chronicling his career as a competitive skier. Edward "Fast Eddie" Ferguson attended Boise State University from 1968-1971 and had a career as a competitive skier.

Dates: 1960-1974