Northwest:
–The Oregonian is reporting that, “Lawyers for a 4-year-old girl who suffered a concussion and several broken bones when another skier crashed into her filed a $4.6 million lawsuit last week against Hoodoo Ski Area near Sisters. The litigation is the latest in a string of lawsuits filed against Oregon ski resorts, adding to an intensifying climate of worry for the businesses. To read more, click here.
Sierra:
The Inertia is reporting that, “Yosemite National Park employees vented frustration about working conditions in a report by POLITICO’s E&E News, citing staff cuts, vacant positions amid rising visitation, pressure to mislead the public, and disagreement on park management policies. Federal officials, however, dispute nearly every claim, insisting operations are running smoothly in California’s emblematic granite valley.” To read more, click here.
El Cap at Dawn in Yosemite
–Taylor Martin has just established her third solo big wall first ascent in Yosemite. Read more.
Colorado and Utah:
–Business Wire is reporting that, “Today, Alterra Mountain Company, the world’s premier mountain operating company, announces its continued commitment to the guest, employee, and community experience with a capital investment program of over $400 million. The investments are focused on the evolution of Deer Valley Resort in Utah, on-mountain enhancements across the portfolio, and employee benefits.” To read more, click here.
Notes from All Over:
–SnowBrains has a great list of the five worst trends in the ski and snowboard industry. Check it out.
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