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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 258 Collections and/or Records:

Dakota Chase Hyde papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2776
Abstract

The Dakota Chase Hyde papers (2004-2006) consist of materials related to his participation in the U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton Teams. Hyde is a competitive skeleton athlete.

Dates: 2004-2006

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

Josh Scheuerman audio-visual collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0101
Abstract

The Josh Scheuerman audio-visual collection consists of movies about snowboarding, skateboarding, and surfing, and audio recordings of interviews Scheuerman conducted for his SLUG Magazine pieces.

Dates: 1985-2005

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

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

Jim Gaddis papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0592
Abstract

The Jim Gaddis papers (1955-2001) consist mainly of news clippings and scrapbooks concerning Gaddis (b. 1940), an award-winning ski champion from Utah. Correspondence and other miscellaneous materials are also included.

Dates: 1955-2001

Jim Gaddis photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0931
Abstract

The Jim Gaddis collection contains images of Gaddis skiing alone and with other skiers. Folder one consists of images of Gaddis racing and skiing; folder two contains images of Jim Gaddis and Margo Walters skiing together; and folder three has two photographs of Jim Gaddis with other skiers.

Dates: 1960-2009

Alf Engen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1006
Abstract The Alf Engen papers (1915-1972) contain photocopied news clippings and mementos gathered by Alf Engen's mother concerning Engen's international Nordic and Alpine skiing careers. Alf Engen was a United States, Olympic, and world champion ski jumper who served as a consultant to the U.S. Army ski forces during World War II. He founded the Alf Engen Ski School at Alta, Utah. Click here to view digitized...
Dates: 1915-1972

Alta Ski Resort photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0371
Abstract

The Alta Ski Resort photograph collection contains photographs detailing the historic and scenic beauty of Alta from the early days of both mining and skiing.

Dates: 1930-1993

Jim and Dorothy Shafer home movie collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0419
Abstract

The Jim and Dorothy Shafer home movie collection consists of film recordings of family gatherings, traveling, skiing, and other outdoor recreation.

Dates: 1940-1963

Karen Korfanta papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1689
Abstract

The Karen Korfanta papers (1941-1998) contain correspondence, news clippings, a scrapbook, brochures, pamphlets, and ski memorabilia.

Dates: 1941-1998

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

Stephani Victor digital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1324
Abstract

The Stephani Victor digital photograph collection consists of images depicting Victor skiing in the Winter Paralympic Game and World Cup.

This collection is entirely digitalized and available online in our Digital Library.

Dates: circa 2006

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

Karen Huntoon Miller papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1921
Abstract

The Karen Huntoon Miller papers (1974-1983) consist of correspondence, resumes, newspaper articles, and skiing artifacts. Karen Huntoon Miller was a freestyle skier in the 1970s. She was women's world champion for moguls in 1974.

Dates: 1974-1983

Einar Fredbo skiing scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1586
Abstract

The Einar Fredbo skiing scrapbook (1930-1934) was kept by Einar Fredbo and contains clippings regarding skiing activities, particularly ski jumping, in Utah and the western United States. Clippings document the activities of Fredbo, Alf Engen, and other skiers. Many clippings document ski jumping competitions held at Ecker Hill. Einar Fredbo was a ski jumper in Utah and the western United States.

Dates: 1930-1934

Suzy Harris Rytting photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0412
Abstract

The Suzy Harris Rytting photograph collection contains photographs of Suzy Rytting's career and time spent as a skier and model, and contains portraits of Suzy Rytting's friends and colleagues. Suzy Harris Rytting was a member of the 1952 U.S. Olympic team and held many ski racing titles during the late 1940s and early 1950s.

Dates: 1940s-2001

Wasatch Mountain Club records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0283
Abstract The Wasatch Mountain Club records (1920-1998) contain financial records, membership lists, activity schedules, newsletters, brochures and pamphlets, summit registers, corresponence, meeting minutes, and ski-related material. The Wasatch Mountain Club was formed in August 1913, and remains in operation. The club supports a broad range of outdoor activities including hiking, ski mountaineering and river running. The club has also been involved with wilderness preservation issues since the...
Dates: 1920-1998