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Under normal weather conditions, the skiing industry contributes $100 million to the state's economy.
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856
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Western NC has many spots where tourists can enjoy Nordic (cross-country) snow skiing.
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2575
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From a small beginning in 1961 in Maggie Valley, snow skiing in the state's mountains is enjoyed now at six resorts, including Beech Mountain and Banner Elk.
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Fie Top Mountain in Maggie Valley became the state's first ski slope in 1961. Today North Carolina has ten ski areas which are expected to draw half a million people during the 1979-1980 season.
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5.The Business of Skiing by DeLaughter, Jerry Business North Carolina Vol. 4 Issue 12, December 1984
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24417
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There are ten ski resorts in North Carolina and this article presents the ups and downs of the industry since the first lodge opened in 1961. Pivotal to the ski industry in the south is the snow-making machine, which has helped the industry steadily increase over the years.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 4 Issue 12, December 1984,
p19-24, il
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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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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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29168
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While most North Carolinians may be hoping for no accumulation in the forecast, the state's ski industry is hoping for a colder, snowier winter. Under normal snow conditions, the ski industry is a $55.8 million business that could have as much a $100 million impact in the right conditions.
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29211
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Skiing has become a popular sport and industry in the North Carolina mountains. This guide covers the best ski resorts and areas in the state, such as Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain. It also covers proper ski attire, equipment, and where people can learn how to ski.
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29283
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In the last four years, North Carolina has had a dramatic increase in its skiing industry. With that growth, have come problems of crowding and collisions on the slopes. Now a more solitary version of skiing, called Cross-country or Nordic skiing, is becoming popular in the state.
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29297
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Three North Carolina ski instructors were selected to attend a week-long skiing event in the Austrian Tyrol. Austrians helped to develop the first American ski resorts and schools, including several in western North Carolina. The point of the event was a reaffirmation of the Austrian roots of American skiing.
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29782
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Woolly worms are often the way North Carolinians gauge how the winter weather will react, but worms aside, skiing and winter sports in North Carolina are a big business. Mountain snow skiing contributes over $120 million to local economies each year, with added revenue from equipment and other resort entities.
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30698
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The ski season in North Carolina usually lasts from November until late March or early April, depending on conditions. The North Carolina mountains have the highest elevation in the South, receive abundant snowfall, and ski areas have the latest snowmaking capabilities to completely cover the slopes. This guide highlights seven popular ski resorts in the western region, and provides statistics and a description of their services.
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For recreation, rest, and resort like residency, the author proposed resorting to Wolf Laurel, Foxfire, and Bald Island. The mountains’ Wolf Laurel offered horseback riding and hiking. For golfers, the Highlands’ Foxfire offered outings galore on the green. Bald Island offered lovers of the great outdoors acreage of palm trees and evidence (at least tracks) of wildlife like cougars.
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