Sports and Recreation
Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 456 Collections and/or Records:
Ken Sleight papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2392
Abstract
The Ken Sleight papers (1966-2000) consist of a study titled, Following Powell in Cataract which details the two expeditions of John Wesley Powell and Sleight's experiences tracing Powell's route in Cataract Canyon.
Dates:
1966-2000
Ken Sleight river running video collection
Collection
Identifier: A1105
Abstract
The Ken Sleight river running video collection (circa 1962) consists of a 16mm silent film of a river trip through Glen Canyon. The areas depicted in the film were flooded after the completion of Glen Canyon Dam in 1963.
Dates:
circa 1962
Robert Smith photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0395
Abstract
The Robert Smith photograph collection contains photographs of skiers and staff at the Park City Ski Area, Utah. The collection also includes photographs taken at Brighton, Solitude, and Alta ski resorts in Utah.
Dates:
1960-1975
Snow Cup photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0909
Abstract
The Snow Cup photograph collection consists of images of winners of the Snow Cup.
Dates:
1970s-1990s
Snow Cup Race scrapbook
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2617
Abstract
The Snow Cup Race scrapbook (1962-1963) consists of news clippings, correspondence, photographs, and project proposal materials. The Snow Cup Race was created to promote skiing in the Intermountain and Salt Lake Area. This event was held at Alta, Utah beginning in the 1940s. Skiers who have participated in the races include Jim Gaddis, Lynn Johnson, Billy Kidd, Corey Engen, and Margo Walters.
Dates:
1962-1963
Snowbasin Ski Resort photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0374
Abstract
The Snowbasin Ski Resort photograph collection contains photographs documenting the beginnings of the Snowbasin ski area in northern Utah. THe collection also includes views of the resort itself, as well as of skiing techniques and early equipment.
Dates:
1939-1990s
Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort audio-visual collection
Collection
Identifier: A1056
Abstract
The Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort audio-visual collection (1972-1987) consists of six commercial 16mm prints about skiing. One is a promotional film produced by Snowbird. The other films promote other American resorts and skiers competing on the World Cup circuit. Several of the films feature either Snowbird or its employees. This collection also contains a compact disc copy of a 33rpm phonodisc of yodeling music recorded by Arthur Brogli, Snowbird's first tram operator. Snowbird Ski and...
Dates:
1972-1987
Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0385
Abstract
The Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort photograph collection contains photographs on contact sheets of skiing activities and color prints of ski runs at Snowbird, Utah.
Dates:
1971-2002
Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3025
Abstract
The Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort records (1971-2014) consist of promotional and research materials related to the establishment of the resort along with yearly events. The main component of the collection consist of numerous menus from the multiple restaurants located at the resort along with information regarding the resort's private club.
Dates:
1971-2014
SOCOTWA (South Cottonwood Ward) collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2029
Abstract
The SOCOTWA (South Cottonwood Ward) collection (1948-2003) consists of materials reflecting the land and river activities sponsored by SOCOTWA, a non-profit organzation. Specializing in river rafting, SOCOTWA originated with the Eagles Club of the South Cottonwood Ward in Salt Lake City around 1948. Scouts were taken on river trips and to places of interest around Utah. Popularity of these trips by scouts and others expanded the operation of SOCOTWA and it became a full-fledged corporation in...
Dates:
1948-2003