Deseret News Ski School
Organization
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Alan K. Engen papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1601
Abstract
The Alan K. Engen papers (1840-2010) contain drafts and research for Engen's 1998 book For the Love of Skiing: A Visual History. Engen is the son of Alf and Evelyn Engen, Utah ski pioneers. He was a member of the University of Utah ski team, and had an extensive career as a competitive skier. Currently he is director of skiing at the Alta ski resort in Utah and president of the Alf Engen Ski Museum. The collection also includes material related to various...
Dates:
1840-2010
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
Mike Korologos photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0410
Abstract
The Mike Korologos photograph collection contains photographs of the Deseret Ski School, primarily featuring Alf Engen; photograph documenting the construction of Snowbird; images taken at the dedication of the women's Olympic downhill course at Snow Basin in 1999.
Dates:
1948-1990