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There are two specific memories I will always hold close, Amy.
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Crawling, literally, across the Roof on our bellies like lizards - working our way up to tie in with Scotty on what was the windiest, coldest and blustery day in my Ski Patrol career. We were fighting for grip on a complete ice rink, going uphill, in 85+ mph sustained wind. It was a moment where I let the fear sink in. You were first to Scotty and I arrived shortly after. You knew immediately that I was struggling and in the midst of the chaos, you gently, calmly and sincerely asked if I was ok. Both hands frozen solid, I said “no.” You looked at me calmly and said - “we’re all good, let’s just pause a minute and warm up.” You were so calm, sincere, warm, understanding, nurturing, and STRONG! In was in that moment that I saw your strength and confidence, and I was in complete awe and appreciation.
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I’ll always hold close when we got “lost” while shooting Paulsens East. 3 shots in and you were leading. Standing in waist deep snow, you turned to me and said, “I’m not sure why I’m leading this. I have no idea where I’m going. Do you?” We laughed in yet another relatively heightened moment and stood in the woods, marveling at how special of a job we have. Your humility and lack of ego were unparalleled. .
You will never, ever be forgotten Amy. Thank you for the lessons you taught me. Thank you for coming into my life. You will be forever loved and missed from me and you SVSP family. .
Rest In Peace, my friend.
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Congratulations to Squaw Valley Mountain Manager, Jimmy King, who was awarded the Dave McCoy Lifetime Achievement Award yesterday by @skicalifornia. Jimmy started at Squaw as a seasonal lift operator in November 1973. From the start, his talent and dedication to the mountain were apparent. During a job interview for his first year-round lift maintenance position with Alex Cushing, Jimmy made a strong impression and was hired on the spot. From there, he went on to build chairlifts with Hans Burkhart, mastered how to drive the grooming machines on some of Squaw’s steepest routes and became our official Mountain Manager in 1991. For over four decades, Jimmy has worked tirelessly in every aspect of Squaw Valley operations, all while looking out for the safety of his crews and colleagues above all else. Jimmy, thank you for all that you have done (and continue to do) to keep the bull wheels turning! Photos: @ben_arnst & the 1980s archive #SquawValley #mysquawalpine
Here’s to all the dedicated Squaw Alpine employees for making this season happen! From working all summer to prepare the lifts and opening the season entirely on snowmaking, to tirelessly digging out the mountains as we received record snowfall during the height of winter, you are all battled the elements (snow, rain, wind and more snow) so that we could enjoy an all-time 8 month season. THANK YOU! Photos: @whiteroomfilms @katelabraham @ben_arnst @lynk_nation #mysquawalpine #squawvalley #alpinemeadows @squawalpinejobs