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 254 Collections and/or Records:
10th Mountain Division Association records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1070
Abstract
The 10th Mountain Division Association was an alpine infantry division formed during World War II for service in Italian campaigns. The records (1948-1993) contain magazines, a poster, newsletters, brochures, and a history related to the activities of the 10th Mountain Division and of the association of division veterans.
Dates:
1948-1993
Brenner Adams digital photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0956
Abstract
The Brenner Adams digital photograph collection consists of images of Brenner Adams snowboarding at various ski resorts in Utah.
Dates:
1990-1999
Toshia Akai papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2225
Abstract
The Toshia Akai papers consist of materials regarding the International Meeting of Sports Science Commemorating the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano and also numerous publications regarding ski injuries, theories of skiing, safety, and standards.
Dates:
1992-1998
Alf Engen Ski Museum records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0518
Abstract
The Alf Engen Ski Museum records (1943-2015) consist of correspondence, administrative materials, design and construction materials, docent guides, newsletters, and media materials relating to the museum and the Alf Engen Ski Museum Foundation.
Dates:
1943-2015
Gordon and Peg Allcott papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1134
Abstract
The Gordon and Peg Allcott papers (1938-1996) consist of materials documenting the Alta ski patrol acttivities of Gordon and Peg Allcott. Included are notes, ski patrol manuals, avalanche rescue manuals, clippings concerning ski patrol activities, and a scrapbook of promotional materials about the Alta ski resort (1971-1972). Also included is a brochure from the 1936 Winter Olympics in Germany. Gordon Allcott was an original member of the ski patrol at the Alta Ski Resort. Peg Allcott also...
Dates:
1938-1996
Gordon Allcott photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0403
Abstract
The Gordon Allcott photograph collection contains primarily photographs of Gordon Allcott, one of 1st three patrolmen at Alta, as well as Alta ski area in 1947-1949.
Dates:
1947-1949
Alpine Mountain Club photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0010
Abstract
The Alpine Mountain Club was originally formed as a ski club at the University of Utah by Psychology professor Dr. Ernst Beir in 1955. Photographs in the collection detail the various activities engaged in by the group such as skiing and mountain climbing. There are also several prints of group socials and some of the scenery encountered during the expeditions.
Dates:
1955-1970
Alpine Training School scrapbook
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1645
Abstract
The Alpine Training School scrapbook (1960-1969) contains information on ski racing and the School. The Alpine Training School was developed in the 1960s by Marv Melville, Al Hansen and Bill Spencer to provide competent instruction for all the school members; to develop young competitors interested in qualifying for national and international meets; to provide guidance and supervision for members at all organized functions; to provide traveling expenses to local, divisional and national events,...
Dates:
1960-1969
Alta ski area collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1414
Abstract
The Alta ski area collection (circa 1970s) consist of correspondence, pamphlets, reports, news articles, championship materials, and other papers.
Dates:
circa 1970s
Alta Ski Resort photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0371
Abstract
The Alta Ski Resort photograph collection contains 93 photographs detailing the historic and scenic beauty of Alta from the early days of both mining and skiing.
Dates:
1930-1993