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Which region has the highest diversity representation among snowsport participants?
Which region has the highest diversity representation among snowsport participants?
Snowboarding lessons have increased in popularity over the years.
Snowboarding lessons have increased in popularity over the years.
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What percentage of participants are first-timers in skiing and snowboarding?
What percentage of participants are first-timers in skiing and snowboarding?
Males represent more than 50% of first-time skiers.
Males represent more than 50% of first-time skiers.
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What percentage of snowsport participants are considered minorities?
What percentage of snowsport participants are considered minorities?
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What was the median age of snowsports participants in the 2004-2005 season?
What was the median age of snowsports participants in the 2004-2005 season?
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Most snowsports participants are classified as ______.
Most snowsports participants are classified as ______.
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What is the median age of ethnic minorities participating in snowsports?
What is the median age of ethnic minorities participating in snowsports?
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During the 2004–2005 ski season, ___% of skiers and snowboarders were white.
During the 2004–2005 ski season, ___% of skiers and snowboarders were white.
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Match the following demographics to their respective percentages:
Match the following demographics to their respective percentages:
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Match the snowsport with its typical participant demographic:
Match the snowsport with its typical participant demographic:
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In the 2004–2005 season, snowboarders accounted for a smaller percentage of ski resort visitors than alpine skiers.
In the 2004–2005 season, snowboarders accounted for a smaller percentage of ski resort visitors than alpine skiers.
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What percentage of the skiing population are ages 45 and over?
What percentage of the skiing population are ages 45 and over?
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What percentage of skiers have over ten seasons of experience?
What percentage of skiers have over ten seasons of experience?
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More skiers learn through organized groups than those who learn independently.
More skiers learn through organized groups than those who learn independently.
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What demographic trends are observed regarding family participation in skiing?
What demographic trends are observed regarding family participation in skiing?
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Which of the following regions has the highest average visits for snowtubing?
Which of the following regions has the highest average visits for snowtubing?
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Snowtubing is offered equally across all sizes of ski resorts.
Snowtubing is offered equally across all sizes of ski resorts.
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What is the average cost for a full day of snowtubing at resorts?
What is the average cost for a full day of snowtubing at resorts?
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Snowtubing accounts for a small percentage of visits nationally, but has a much higher percentage in the _____ and _____ regions.
Snowtubing accounts for a small percentage of visits nationally, but has a much higher percentage in the _____ and _____ regions.
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Match the pricing method with its description:
Match the pricing method with its description:
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Which age group is NOT one of the three roughly equal segments of snowtubers?
Which age group is NOT one of the three roughly equal segments of snowtubers?
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Night tubing is equally popular across all regions.
Night tubing is equally popular across all regions.
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What strategy are ski resorts using to attract visitors of all ages?
What strategy are ski resorts using to attract visitors of all ages?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Skiing's use for recreation began in the 19th century.
- Norwegian Sondre Norheim developed binding for gliding turns.
- Downhill skiing developed in the early 20th century.
- International Ski Federation recognized downhill and slalom skiing.
- First ski lift in Vermont.
- Innovations in technology and equipment increased skiing's popularity.
- World War II and European skiers contributed to development.
- Advances in metal skis and ski boots boosted popularity.
- Link between skiing and real estate is strong.
- Starting skiing early is important for future participation.
- Decline in teenage participation was a concern.
- Baby boomer children returning to skiing/snowboarding.
- Snowboarding is increasing in popularity drawing in more consumers with money.
Economics
- Number of U.S. ski resorts declined to 492 in 2004-2005.
- 1983-1994 saw a decline due to competition and smaller resort challenges.
- Between 1993 and 2000, the number of resorts fluctuated from 503 to 521, then stabilized between 490 and 494.
- This stability shows overcoming challenges.
- Remaining resorts demonstrate staying power.
- The ski industry is highly fragmented.
- Resorts divided into four groups based on visits (2004-2005):
- Bottom quartile: Fewer than 38,950 visits
- Second quartile: Between 38,950 and 110,043 visits
- Third quartile: Between 110,043 and 233,719 visits
- Top quartile: 233,719 visits or more
- Top decile: More than 445,758.
- Top 20% of resorts controlled about 60% of total visits.
- No single resort accounted for more than 3% of total skier visits, indicating high fragmentation.
Ski Areas by VTF/H
- Vertical Transport Feet per Hour (vtf/h) measures a ski area's ability to transport skiers uphill.
- Large resorts (12,000 vtf/h and up) account for nearly half of skier visits.
- Small resorts (less than 3,000 vtf/h) account for 16.5% of skier visits.
- Resorts with medium vtf/h (3,000-11,999) account for 36.3% of skier visits.
- Larger resorts attract a disproportionately large percentage of skier visits.
Number of Lifts
- Average vtf/h (vertical transport feet per hour) in ski resorts increased over time due to lift additions.
- Second-largest resort size group increased by 9.4% in lift additions.
- Smallest resort size group increased by 5.3% in lift additions.
Top States and Top Regions by Skier Visits (2004-2005)
- Colorado (11.8 million visits)
- California (7.8 million visits)
- Vermont (4.6 million visits)
- Rocky Mountain region accounted for one-third of skier visits.
- Northeast accounted for about one-quarter.
- Pacific West accounted for almost 20% of skier visits.
Capital Improvements (2003-2006)
- Real estate: 43% of investment.
- Mountain support & facilities: 41% of investment.
- New or upgraded lifts: 16% of investment.
Terrain Features
- Many ski resorts feature terrain parks.
- Half-pipes: 42%
- Super pipes: 34%
- Other specialized terrain features: 11%
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Explore the evolution of skiing from its recreational beginnings in the 19th century to its economic challenges in the early 21st century. Delve into the innovations that boosted skiing's popularity and the factors influencing ski resort numbers in the U.S. This quiz highlights key developments and shifts in the skiing industry.
