Ski Area Management

For SAM’s special snowmaking issue, we’re looking for portraits & candid shots that highlight the people behind snowmaking operations. Submit your photos of snowmakers by Monday for a chance to land on the cover of SAM & win Hestra Pro gloves. Send images to jordyn@saminfo.com.

Independent ski areas are adapting, investing, and finding paths to long-term sustainability. Andy’s Revival Road Trip explored the ideas and investments helping resorts evolve and thrive. Read more: saminfo.com/the-magazine/t…

Headline News: Nick Lemire has been promoted to the role of general manager for Bolton Valley. Read more: saminfo.com/faces-and-plac… @BoltonValley

Goldbelt Tram is seeking a tram maintenance supervisor to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tram mechanical and electrical systems, maintain detailed service logs, and ensure compliance with ANSI regulations. Learn more: saminfo.com/classifieds/em…

Bretton Woods is seeking a full-time, year-round lift maintenance technician. Learn more: saminfo.com/classifieds/em… @bretton_woods

Long weekend essentials: good weather, good company, and the latest issue of SAM. 🔥🍺 Still need your copy? Subscribe by June 1 to get May in your mailbox: saminfo.com/subscribe

For Mountain Spy’s 20th anniversary, the Spy dug back through two decades of summer guest calls—some surprisingly insightful, some frustrating, and some that probably should’ve gone to voicemail. Read more: saminfo.com/the-magazine/t…

The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly voted 8-1 Monday night to abandon Eaglecrest Ski Area’s long-planned used gondola installation and repay Goldbelt Incorporated’s $10 million investment in the project, now about $12.2 million with accrued interest. saminfo.com/news/sam-headl…

A look back at Cutter’s Camp 2026. A week of learning, collaboration, and community at Timberline Lodge, where freestyle terrain professionals from across North America gathered to share ideas and push the industry forward. Already wishing we were back on Mt. Hood.

Crystal Mountain, Mich., is selling 10 sommital mountain bike carriers. Each carrier is designed to attach to a quad chair and will carry two bikes. Learn more: saminfo.com/lifts-equipmen… @CrystalMountain

Headline News: A new hospitality venture backed by Miami-based investment firm MAS Alpha Securities has acquired Meadowlark Ski & Lake Lodge in northern Wyoming, with plans to revitalize the property for the 2026-27 winter season. Read more: saminfo.com/news/sam-headl…

When lifts go down, teams jump into action. From overnight repairs to cross-country part runs, these are the stories behind the people working tirelessly to get lifts turning again. Read the stories behind the teams that keep mountains moving: saminfo.com/the-magazine/t…

Headline News: Castle Mountain Resort has hired Chris Salhany as its new president as part of a leadership restructure following the recent retirement of general manager Dean Parkinson. Read more: saminfo.com/faces-and-plac… @SkiCastle

Strong leadership is about more than deliverables—it’s about building trust, motivating teams, and balancing accountability with empathy. Industry leaders shared insights from the SAM Summit Series leadership conversation: saminfo.com/the-magazine/t…

Prinoth is seeking a finance manager to oversee financial operations for multiple U.S. Regional Distribution Centers, ensuring profitability, compliance, and alignment with North American and European headquarters. Learn more: saminfo.com/classifieds/em…

That’s a wrap on another Cutter’s Camp. Freestyle terrain pros from across North America came together for a week of on-hill workshops, expert insights, & great conversations. Thanks to Timberline Lodge for hosting, & to the coaches & sponsors who helped make the week happen.

Headline News: Despite a sluggish end to winter that dragged down lodging revenue, western mountain destinations are riding strong summer momentum fueled by rising demand, bookings, occupancy, and rates, according to data released by @Inntopia. Read more: saminfo.com/news/sam-headl…

Multi-mountain passes and rising prices at North American resorts are driving more U.S. skiers to Europe in search of culture, uncrowded slopes, and greater value. Read what’s behind the growth: saminfo.com/the-magazine/t…

It’s been a packed week at Cutter’s Camp so far, with sessions covering everything from park planning and snowmaking to risk management and the business of events—plus on-hill grooming alongside industry experts. A great week of learning, collaboration, & community at Timberline.

Headline News: Boyne Resorts has appointed former Disney executive Dan Cockerell to the newly created role of president of operations, effective Aug. 1, 2026. Cockerell will report to Boyne Resorts president and CEO Stephen Kircher. Read more: saminfo.com/faces-and-plac…