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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:

Robert L. Autry papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1943
Abstract

The Robert L. Autry papers (1950-1970) contain a notebook of past work and resumes of Bob Autry. Also included in the collection are photocopies of race results and reports. Robert l. Autry served as an instructor and director in ski schools and organized ski races.

Dates: 1950-1971

Ida Shimizu Tateoka papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1952
Abstract

The Ida Shimizu Tateoka papers (1987-2002) contain an autobiographical letter, skating club information, programs, news clippings, and a poster. Tateoka has been a judge of national and world ice skating competitions.

Dates: 1987-2002

Peter V. Karns papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1958
Abstract

The Peter V. Karns papers [photocopies] contains clippings, newsletters, race results, and other items relating to Karns' University of Utah downhill ski team experience and biathalon career.

Dates: 1964-1978

Utah Olympic Committee photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0775
Abstract

The Utah Olympic Committee photograph collection consists of a image of a speech being given in City City and an image of a downhill skier.

Dates: early 1990s

Ralph Wakely photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0904
Abstract

The Ralph Wakely photograph collection consists of images of Ralph Wakely skiing.

Dates: 1967-1968

Courtney Yamada digital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0912
Abstract

The Courtney Yamada digital photograph collection consists of scans of images of Courtney Yamada competing in the U.S. Ski Team Giant Slalom Super Series and the Skeleton

Dates: 2000s

Ida Shimizu Tateoka photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0923
Abstract

The Ida Shimizu Tateoka photograph collection consists of images of ice skaters during competitions.

Dates: 1940-2002

Nancy V. Young photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0934
Abstract

The Nancy V. Young photograph collection consist of images of the Alf Engen Ski School Hall of Fame Banquet, along with two general images.

Dates: 1995

Robert Young photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0942
Abstract

The Robert Young photographic slide collection consists of images of various freestyle and aerialist performers. Some are identified. Names include: Robert Young and Bob Salerno. Most are identified as being taken at Snowbird.

Dates: 1970-1979

Andy Wright digital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0951
Abstract

The Andy Wright digital photograph collection consists of images of snowboarding taken by Andy Wright at various ski resorts in Utah.

Dates: 1996-2000

Rich Varga digital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0952
Abstract

The Rich Varga digital photograph collection consists of images of Rich Varga snowboarding and white water kayaking.

Dates: 1981-1995

Ute Alpine Club records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0438
Abstract

The Ute Alpine Club records (1959-1981) include a history, constitution, manuals, articles, writings, and other papers regarding the activities of this Utah club. Originally formed as a ski club in 1954, the Ute Alpine Club became known as a club in which members were involved in all types of outdoor activities. As of 1981, unable to compete with other outdoor services, the club focused on advertising its social benefits.

Dates: 1959-1981

Sagen et al. v. VANOC records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2657
Abstract

The Sagen, et al. v. VANOC (Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games) records (1970-2010) consist of research files and court documents related to the suit brought before a court in British Columbia, Canada, by sixteen women athletes who sought inclusion of a women's ski jumping event in the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Dates: 1970-2010

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

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