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23757
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Skiers in the Western North Carolina mountains brave dangerous terrain to capitalize on rare snowfalls.
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22539
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Beginning in the 1930s, promoters of Western North Carolina's ski industry worked hard to make the area a viable center for snow sports in the South.
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24475
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North Carolina is home to ten ski resorts. This article presents the history of skiing in North Carolina and discusses the successes of the ten businesses.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 59 Issue 6, November 1991, p18-22, il
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29348
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The North Carolina mountains provides a lot of opportunities for the beginner or the veteran alike to hit the slopes and take advantage of the numerous ski lodges.
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North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 49 Issue 10, Oct 1991, p36, por
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15691
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Tourism has always been popular in the state's mountains, and it dates back to pre-Civil War days. Now skiing has added a new dimension to it, and the tourist season is a year-round activity. Currently there are ten ski resorts in the mountain counties. Although the new activity has affected some local economies, such as new construction and restaurants and stores staying open almost year round, skiing hasn't been a big lift everywhere.
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Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 8 Issue 5, May 1988, p58-61, 6364, 66-68, il Periodical Website
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29113
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Skiing has become a popular winter sport and industry in North Carolina. Ten new ski resorts are opening slopes in the northwestern part of the state. There has also been an increase in the number of ski shops, night skiing, competitions, and upgraded snow-making capabilities.
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Tar Heel (NoCar F 251 T37x), Vol. 6 Issue 1, Jan/Feb 1978, p34-37, il, por
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24533
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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.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 45 Issue 6, November 1977, p24-31, il
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