Ski Area Management

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Mad River Glen is seeking a marketing director to direct and manage all facets of marketing, including communications, events, brand management, and public relations at the Mad River Glen Cooperative.

Learn more: https://t.co/gr9P2rtOd9
@MadRiverGlen

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Headline News: The Cottonwood Fire has reportedly caused significant property damage to Eagle Point Resort, according to photos shared with news outlets.

Read more: https://t.co/IJTQR2FT1k

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Got an opening to fill? Equipment collecting dust? Turn idle equipment into cash or connect with your next hire through SAM Classifieds.

Use code CLASSIFIEDSUMMER20 to save 20% on your listing: https://t.co/RAi5pRLxnT

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Terry Peak Ski Area is seeking an experienced risk manager/safety coordinator to join the leadership team.

Learn more: https://t.co/SZ0PL4FdR8 @TerryPeak

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Headline News: Starting in winter 2026–27, kids ages 12 and under will ski and snowboard for free at Giants Ridge with no blackout dates and no other purchase necessary.

Read more: https://t.co/k7cT3esURC @GiantsRidge

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Headline News: Hannah Barrego has been hired by Bear Den Partners as its executive vice president of strategy, operations and integration.

Read more: https://t.co/vwbLyk1H8x

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Mountain resorts across the globe are invited to enter the annual SAM Terrain Park Contest.

Submit your best feature, event, edit, or crew entry from the 2025-26 season and showcase your team's work in the November 2026 issue of SAM.

Enter now: https://t.co/r7dsflskFd

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Headline News: Despite a challenging winter season in the West, Ski California’s 2026 Lift Maintenance and Operations Education Conference drew 387 attendees from ski areas in California, Nevada, Oregon, and Utah.

https://t.co/o6yBkTfmqq @CaliforniaSnow

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Early bird pricing for Summer Ops Camp ends July 1!

Save $50 and join us in Gatlinburg, Tenn., Sept. 1-3 for three days of hands-on learning, networking, and fresh ideas for your operation.

Register now before rates increase and Camp sells out: https://t.co/ePjbD1NMQe

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Headline News: Erik Barnes will join Wisp Resort as general manager designate, ultimately succeeding general manager Ron Hawkes following Hawkes' planned semi-retirement at the conclusion of the 2026-27 winter season.

Read more: https://t.co/uDcI8HmTcz @WispresortMD

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Seven Oaks is seeking an area manager to oversee multiple guest-facing departments and help drive an exceptional experience for both employees and guests.

Learn more: https://t.co/cvDIdreOGm

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Headline News: In SAM’s Snow People, we highlight personnel moves in the mountain resort industry. From resort hires, promotions, and retirements to awards, obits, and supplier news, we celebrate the people that make this industry thrive.

Learn more: https://t.co/IkXV2KNrVW

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Sugar Bowl is seeking an executive director of resort services to oversee guest services, sport & instruction, events, on-mountain F&B, retail, rentals and operational infrastructure.

Learn more: https://t.co/ZehaB1FXb8 @sugarbowlresort

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Headline News: Booking pace at western mountain destinations softened in May following an April surge, but summer lodging demand remains healthy, with occupancy, room rates, and revenue all tracking ahead of last year.

Read more: https://t.co/JxydsDzz4a

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Headline News: Mountain Capital Partners and affiliated fund Texas Capital Partners plan to acquire a portfolio of three Arizona resort and golf destinations—Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, Sedona Golf Resort, and Rancho Mañana Golf Club.

Read more: https://t.co/vX1sT6gd9N

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Headline News: The Outdoor Industry Association’s 2026 Outdoor Participation Trends Report found outdoor participation reached a historic peak in 2025 of 183.2 million Americans.

Read more: https://t.co/SfP96hyyWi @OIA

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Looking to expand your summer offerings without adding significant staffing or breaking the budget?

Adventure playgrounds can help ski areas attract families and keep guests engaged all summer long.

Read more: https://t.co/0fQxi4lIBW

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Nashoba Valley is looking for Jr, mid-level, and experienced mechanics.

Learn more: https://t.co/MKyTxQdWO7 @skinashoba

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Thinking about updating your signage during the off-season? Many ski areas are turning to digital signage to deliver real-time updates, communicate operational information, and enhance the guest experience.

Read more: https://t.co/UgMmRD20fN

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Headline News: Vail Resorts reported declines in nearly every financial metric for its 2026 fiscal third quarter ending April 30, including 2026-27 season pass sales to date.

Read more: https://t.co/0krCSb87IZ @VailResorts