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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:

Edward LaChapelle avalanche control video collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0439
Abstract

The Edward LaChapelle avalanche control video collection (1950-1970) consists of films about avalanche danger, control and research at Utah ski areas and around the world. The collection also includes some of LaChapelle's home movies and other ski related footage. Edward LaChapelle was an American glaciologist, mountaineer, skier, author, and professor and a pioneer in Avalanche research, safety and forecasting.

Dates: 1950-1970

Ski Utah audio-visual collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0590
Abstract

The Ski Utah audio-visual collection consists largely of promotional films, videos and compact discs designed to attract tourists to Utah on behalf of the ski and snowboard industry. The collection also includes a some news stories related to Utah's ski industry. Ski Utah, Inc. is a marketing firm represnting the state's resorts and related service industries.

Dates: undated

Suzy Harris Rytting audio-visual ski collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0622
Abstract

The Suzy Harris Rytting audio-visual ski collection (1968-1991) consists of films and videos related to Rytting's career as a competetive skier, coach, and ski professional.

Dates: 1968-1991

Lex Hemphill papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2252
Abstract

The Lex Hemphill papers (1924-2004) contain documents and research relating to his twenty-five-year career as a sports columnist with the Salt Lake Tribune. His papers consist of documents, research files, interview notes, and legal research pertaining to the controversial issues in Utah, the Olympics, professional and collegiate sports, and environmental and wilderness issues.

Dates: 1976-2006

Solitude Ski Patrol scrapbook

 Collection — Oversize box 1: [Barcode: 31114043362385]
Identifier: ACCN 2306
Abstract

The Solitude Ski Patrol scrapbook (1967) contains collected materials regarding staff training, staff testing, avalanche preparedness, correspondence, and news clippings. Main staff for the 1967-1968 season included Dick Frost, Jim Sewell, Dean Tucker, Steve Utley, Dick Bench, John Lee, Brent Bain and Russ Schneider.

Dates: 1967

David W. Eckhoff papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2317
Abstract

The David W. Eckhoff papers (1870s-2001) contain materials on the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics and various Utah water projects, mainly the West Desert Pumping Project. Eckhoff, a civil engineer with degrees from various California institutions, has won several awards for his engineering projects, including the 1991 Engineer of the Year award by the Utah Engineers Council.

Dates: 1870s-2001

Dick Wallin papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2363
Abstract

The Richard Dean "Dick" Wallin papers (1964, 1973) consist of photocopies of a diary entry regarding his experience traversing Wind Rivers, Green River Lakes, and Trail Creek. Also included in the collection are two news clippings. One discusses the Alpen Bock Climbing Club, and the other discusses a mountain rescue crew of the Salt Lake Area.

Dates: 1964-1973

James G. Rossiter papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2369
Abstract

The James G. Rossiter papers (1964-1978) consist of Intermountain Ski Instructors Association exams, the Alf Engen Ski School teaching manual, and numerous ski articles and news clippings. Also included in the collection are materials regarding the Pocatello Ski Association and its relation to the United States Ski Association (USSA)- Intermountain Division.

Dates: 1964-1978

Nancy Bandy scrapbook

 Collection — Oversize box 1
Identifier: ACCN 2390
Abstract

The Nancy Bandy scrapbook (1973-1976) is titled "Rebirth of Utes Skiing" and consists of news clippings, ski results, photographs and other ephemeral materials regarding the history of the University of Utah's ski team under the direction of coach Phil Klingsmith.

Dates: 1973-1976

Doug McLaren papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2397
Abstract

The Doug McLaren papers (2004) consist of a press release from the Grand Teton National Park regarding McLaren's death. Also included is a compilation of songs in a booklet entitled, "Jackson Hole Ski Patrol Songs." McLaren had worked as a park ranger for the Grand Teton National Park from 1952-2004.

Dates: 2004

Promotional ski brochures collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2489
Abstract

The promotional ski brochures collection (circa 1899-1971) was collected by Timothy Tracey. The brochures represent various resorts located in North America and Europe.

Dates: circa 1899-1971

U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2461
Abstract

The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association records (1987-2008) contain patricipation materials from FIS (Federation De Nationale De Ski or International Ski Federation), the Olympics and other skiing and snowboard tournaments and races. It also contains media materials, event packages, and correspondence.

Dates: 1987-2008

David Hanscom papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2424
Abstract

The David Hanscom papers (1961-2008) contain materials and notes on the Wasatch Tours series which Hanscom co-authored. This collection also contains Olympic race materials, correspondence, Olympic Feasibility Committee materials, notes, Wasatch Citizens series materials, Utah Nordic Alliance newsletters and event materials, venue information, and ski posters and flyers.

Dates: 1961-2008

Brad Mauss papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2409
Abstract

The Brad Mauss papers (2000-2001) contain correspondence, notes, booklets, planning maps and drawings regarding the logistics of the 2002 Winter Olympics held in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dates: 2000-2001

Peter S. Ecker papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2577
Abstract

The Peter S. Ecker papers (1930s-1950s) consist of photocopied news clippings and a booklet regarding the Intermountain Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) basketball and information about Ecker Hill and the 1947 Intermountain Ski Jumping Championships.

Dates: 1930s-1950s

Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2668
Abstract

The Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame collection (2007) consists of a copy of the magazine Jackson Home and two posters, all autographed by skier Kit DesLauriers.

Dates: 2007

Women's Ski Jumping USA records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2679
Abstract

The Women's Ski Jumping USA records (2006-2011) consist of correspondence, fundraising materials, posters, stickers and other promotional materials. WSJ-USA is a non-profit organization incorporated in 2003 in Park City, Utah. It was created to support the rising number of elite U.S. women ski jumpers who needed financial support and strong leadership to get them into the international fold and on sport's biggest stage, the Olympic Games.

Dates: 2006-2011

Christopher Strong uniform collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2680
Abstract

This collection contains uniforms from the 2002 Winter Olympics held in Salt Lake City.

Dates: 2002

Dean Perkins papers

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114043128927]
Identifier: ACCN 2707
Abstract

The Dean Perkins papers (1967-1969) consist of brochures, announcement, and periodical and newspaper advertisements for Perkins Ltd., a retail store located in Ogden, Utah. This store specialized in mountaineering, ski, tennis and everyday clothing and equipment.

Dates: 1967-1969

Robert "Bob" Flodine papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2709
Abstract

The Robert "Bob" Flodine papers (1946-1998) consist of materials related to Flodine's book From Pioneers to Powder: A History of Big Cottonwood Canyon, first published in 2000. The collection contains Flodine's reference material and notes, as well as manuscripts/drafts of the actual text of the book.

Dates: 1946-1998