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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 258 Collections and/or Records:

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

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

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

D. Robert Theobald scrapbook [photocopy]

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042079428]
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

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

Rich Varga articles

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042081168]
Identifier: ACCN 1904
Abstract

The collection consists of color photocopies of magazine articles on snowboarding; many document Rich Varga's career. Rich Varga lives in Salt Lake City. He was a professional snowboarder during the 1980s.

Dates: 1990

Casey Buxton fliers and clippings [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1908
Abstract

The collection consists of color photocopies of fliers and magazine clippings on snowboarding. Casey Buxton is a competitive snowboarder.

Dates: 1990-1999

Drew Hicken papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1909
Abstract

The Drew Hicken papers (1990-1993) contain color photocopies of a calendar, various magazine excerpts, and a flyer. Most of the collection contains color images of Hicken snowboarding that appeared in various snowboarder magazines. Hicken was a competitive snowboarder for the "Salty 8," a team sponsored by Salty Peaks Snowboard Shop.

Dates: 1990-1993

Axel J. Andresen scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1917
Abstract

The Axel J. Andresen scrapbooks (1930-1980) were compiled by Andresen documenting his involvement in competitive ski jumping. A native of Norway, Andresen came to Utah in 1912. He held most major jump titles between 1918 and 1927. He was a founding member of the Norwegian-American Athletic Club, which later became the Utah Ski Club. Andresen served as vice president of that organization in the 1930s.

Dates: 1930-1980

Karen Huntoon Miller papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1921
Abstract

The Karen Huntoon Miller papers (1974-1983) consist of correspondence, resumes, newspaper articles, and skiing artifacts. Karen Huntoon Miller was a freestyle skier in the 1970s. She was women's world champion for moguls in 1974.

Dates: 1974-1983

Alan Schoenberger papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1935
Abstract The Alan Schoenberger papers (1993-1995) contains articles, letters and a biography. The papers document various works and projects Alan Schoenberger has done throughout his lifetime. Schoenberger is a performance artist and a champion skier who has managed to combine these two forms into touring theatrical productions called Schoenberger Skis the Stage and Alan Schoenberger Ski Bum in Piano Roll. In 1992, Schoenberger...
Dates: 1993-1995

Park City Mountain Resort records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1938
Abstract The Park City Mountain Resort records (1942-2002) contain correspondence, snow reports, accounting information, inspection reports, brochures, photography records, world cup records, memorabilia, magazines, news clippings, race materials, and engineering documents and drawings. The Park City Mountain Resort evolved from a mining operation started in the late 1800s and, as mining activities decreased, more attention was devoted to the development of a ski area. In 1963 the Treasure Mountain...
Dates: 1942-2002

Mark Stiegemeier papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1942
Abstract

The Mark Stiegemeier papers (1973-1986) contain a scrapbook, magazine articles, and news clippings concerning his involvement in freestyle skiing. Stiegemeier was a freestyle skier during the 1970s and 1980s.

Dates: 1973-1986