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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 257 Collections and/or Records:

Deedee Corradini papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2024
Abstract

The Deedee Corradini papers (1960-2013) consist primarily of materials on the 2002 Olympic Games, including brochures, pamphlets, reports, and bid books. Also included are materials relating to her campaign. Dee Corradini was elected mayor of Salt Lake City in 1991 and served two consecutive terms. She was instrumental in bringing the 2002 Winter Olympic Games to Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1960-2014

Canyons Resort records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2026
Abstract

The Canyons resort records (1988-2002) contain advertisements, brochures, magazine articles, memos, news clippings, and art designs. The ski area is the successor to the ski area founded by Calvin R. MacKay. Founded with the name of Park City West, the resort in White Pine Canyon became known later known Park West. It was sold in 1994 and re-named Wolf Mountain. In 1997 the area was sold to American Skiing Comany and with the name The Caynons it is now flourishing as a first-rate resort.

Dates: 1988-2002

Park City Ski Corporation records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1218
Abstract

The Park City Ski Corporation records (1961-1997) contains announcements to the public and the media from the company's communications director regarding upcoming events, resort improvements, and new programs available for visitors. The collection also includes many brochures and information packets that cover the same subjects, although these items also contain local advertising, vacation ideas, and visitor information.

Dates: 1961-1997

Jack H. Walker ski collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1219
Abstract

The Jack H. Walker ski collection (circa 1930s) consists of news articles on Utah's Mount Olympus Ski Club events and on the Alf Engen family.

Dates: circa 1930s

Woody Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1233
Abstract

The Woody Anderson papers (1956-1991) contain news clippings, brochures, travel guides, correspondence, resumes, and a typescript of a two-part interview with Anderson, conducted in 1990 by Joe Arave.

Dates: 1956-1991

Marvin Alton Melville papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1246
Abstract

The Marvin Alton Melville papers (1950-2001) contain scrapbooks, newspaper and magazine articles, correspondence, meeting minutes, and other documents concerning the United States Ski Association (USSA), particularly the Alpine Competition Committee, of which Melville was the chairman, and its dealings with different ski associations such as the International Ski Federation (FIS). The collection also contains material on the 1956, 1960, and 1964 Olympics.

Dates: 1950-2001

Barbara Yamada papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1250
Abstract

The Barbara Yamada papers (1963-2006) contain newsletters, memos, news clippings, manuals, rule books, study guides, tests, and research files. These materials relate to ski organizations and competitions, university athletics, and the Utah Ski Archives.

Dates: 1963-2006

Salt Lake Olympic Bid Committee records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1267
Abstract

The Salt Lake Olympic Bid Committee records (1985-1993) contain correspondence, newsletters, news clippings, statistical reports, committee reports, publicity items, and other materials which document Salt Lake City's failed attempt to get the 1998 Winter Olympics.

Dates: 1985-1993

Proposed ski resort site plans

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1254
Abstract

The proposed ski resort site plans were designed by architect David R. Hays for Calvin McPhie. The designer was Lee Underwood.

Dates: 1963

Larry James Warren papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1256
Abstract

The Larry James Warren papers (1984-2002) contain clippings from the Park City Magazine, Park City Guest Guide, and the Lodestar. Also included in the collection are various transcripts of radio interviews. Warren is a special features television reporter in the Salt Lake area. He is also actively involved in the University of Utah's Ski Archives.

Dates: 1984-2006