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:
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 1960s,...
Dates:
1920-1998
Wasatch Mountains / United States Forest Service photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0370
Abstract
The photographs in this collection portray the various activities in the Wasatch Mountains, Frank Koziol and G.F. Horton are the prominent photographers.
Dates:
1880-1970
Nona Cook Weatherbee digital photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P1303
Abstract
The Nona Cook Weatherbee digital photograph collection contains images of Nona Cook Weatherbee and Snowbird Ski Resort.
Dates:
1950s-1990s
Bernie Weichsel's Park City, Salt Lake, and Utah pamphlet and clipping collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2872
Abstract
The Bernie Weichsel collection (1972-1981) consists of promotional travel pamphlets from Park City, Salt Lake and Utah areas. Also included within the collection are ski related articles and news clippings and a folder promoting skiing in California.
Dates:
1972-1981
Thomas K. Welch photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0993
Abstract
Thomas K. Welch was chairman and president of the Salt Lake Olympic Organizing Committee, an organization dedicated to bringing hte Winter Olympics from Salt Lake City, Utah. The Thomas K. Welch photograph collection contains photographic prints depicting the Salt Lake Olympic Committee at Olympic bid events, primarily the 96th International Olympic Committee Session in Tokyo, Japan; the 97th Session in Birmingham, England; and International Olympic Committee visits to Utah. The bulk of the...
Dates:
1947-2002; Majority of material found within 1990-1995
Francis Wikstrom papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2623
Abstract
The Francis Wikstrom papers (1968-1992) consist of materials from his time as a ski instructor along with his participation with the Professional Ski Instructors of America: Intermountain Division (PSIA) and the Intermountain Ski Instructors Association.
Dates:
1968-1992
Women's Ski Jumping USA records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2679
Abstract
The Women's Ski Jumping USA records (2006-2011) consist of correspondence, fundraising materials, posters, stickers and other promotional materials. WSJ-USA is a non-profit organization incorporated in 2003 in Park City, Utah. It was created to support the rising number of elite U.S. women ski jumpers who needed financial support and strong leadership to get them into the international fold and on sport's biggest stage, the Olympic Games.
Dates:
2006-2011
Andy Wright digital photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0951
Abstract
The Andy Wright digital photograph collection consists of images of snowboarding taken by Andy Wright at various ski resorts in Utah.
Dates:
1996-2000
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
Barbara Yamada photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0947
Abstract
Barbara Yamada (1946-) is a former ski instructor known for preserving and promoting Utah's ski industry through involvement in the boards of the Alf Engen Ski Museum and the J. Willard Marriott Library's Utah Ski Archives. The Barbara Yamada photograph collection contains prints and digital-only items depicting Yamada's family, her life, and her involvement in organizations related to winter sports as well as other...
Dates:
1940-2010