Record #:

24533

Author(s):

High, Bob

Abstract:

The author discusses how Tom Alexander of Cataloochee Ski Ranch in Haywood County was a major influence in bringing skiing to Western North Carolina. The multi-million dollar industry had a slow star in in the 30s but has grown exponentially as a result of Alexander’s farsightedness.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 45 Issue 6, November 1977, p24-31, il

Subject(s):

Cataloochee Ranch (Haywood County); Skis and skiing; Ski resorts--Haywood County; Ski resorts; Skis and skiing--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

8909

Author(s):

High, Bob

Abstract:

Tom Alexander purchased a piece of property in Haywood County in 1938. He believed the area would make a great ski slope. His plans were put on hold during the Second World War, but Alexander persevered. He opened a ski slope on December 21, 1961. It was North Carolina's first ski slope. Now there are ten slopes in North Carolina that serve over 338,000 skiers a year, all thanks to Tom Alexander and the Cataloochee Ski Ranch.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 51 Issue 8, Jan 1984, p81, por

Subject(s):

Cataloochee Ranch (Haywood County); Ski resorts--Haywood County