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:
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
Harold Judd Goodro papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1898
Abstract
The Harold Judd Goodro papers (1946-1997) contain biographical information, news clippings, and copies of the Wasatch Rambler. Goodro helped to organize the first ski club at Salt Lake City's West High School in the 1930s and he was a founding member of the Alta Ski Patrol in 1938. He worked for Utah Power and Light Co. for forty years and was an instructor in the Dept. of Recreation and Leisure at the University of Utah, as well as coordinator of the Outdoor...
Dates:
1946-1997
Harold Judd Goodro photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0902
Abstract
The Harold Judd Goodro photograph collection consists of images of Harold Goodro rock climbing with his wife, Helen Goodro.
Dates:
circa 1980s
Craig Gorder papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1709
Abstract
The Craig Gorder papers (1961-1975) contain news clippings, articles, news releases, letters of recognition, personal letters, pamphlets, brochures and ski magazines pertaining to the life and skiing career of Craig Gorder. Gorder was born in 1952 and was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He had a career as a ski racer, racing professionally and for the U.S. Ski Team and the U.S. Olympic Ski Team.
Dates:
1961-1975
Barbara Bishop Graham photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P1363
Abstract
The Barbara Bishop Graham photograph collection contains 2 black-and-white photographs taken at Alta Ski Area in Utah depicting Alf Engen and Otto Lang and dating from 1955.
Dates:
1955
Ray Grass papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2874
Abstract
The Ray Grass papers (1937-2011) consist of various competitive and recreational ski guides, programs, and articles collected by the sports writer.
Dates:
1937-2011
Ole Gunderson photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0997
Abstract
The Ole Gunderson photograph consists of one copy print (not the original image) of Ole and Julia Gunderson, along with a letter describing Ole Gunderson's role in the early skiing history of Park City.
This collection is available online in our Digital Library.
Dates:
1880s
H. Guy Child Elementary School Olympic activities records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1996
Abstract
The H. Guy Child Elementary School Olympic activities records (2002) contain a notebook of the preporatory events the school put on in anticipation of the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, in 2002.
Dates:
2002
David Hanscom papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2424
Abstract
The David Hanscom papers (1961-2008) contain materials and notes on the Wasatch Tours series which Hanscom co-authored. This collection also contains Olympic race materials, correspondence, Olympic Feasibility Committee materials, notes, Wasatch Citizens series materials, Utah Nordic Alliance newsletters and event materials, venue information, and ski posters and flyers.
Dates:
1961-2008