Could Global Warming Bench Skiers?

November 19, 2004

Scientists fear global warming could shorten ski seasons, particularly for resorts at lower altitudes. This could deter development of new ski areas, says Utah State University professor Frederic H. Wagner. Shorter seasons could even force the closure of existing resorts, in areas where local economies rely solely on winter sports.

From “Snowball’s chance to go down?” by Allen Best, Vail Daily, August 26, 2004. For more information, contact Frederic H. Wagner, professor emeritus, Utah State Department of Forest, Range, and Wildlife Sciences; 435-797-2852; fwagner@cc.usu.edu

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