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Deep Dive: Passion for Snow (2013)

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Passion for Snow
Passion for Snow covers over 100 years of ski history in the United States, focusing on the contributions of Dartmouth College and its alumni. The film features firsthand accounts from ski pioneers, veterans of the 10th Mountain Division, and Olympians, illustrating how Dartmouth helped shape the snowsports industry. The documentary emphasizes the impact of Dartmouth College, located in Hanover, NH, on the growth of a $25 billion industry. It includes insights from members of the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame and ski industry executives, showcasing the college's ongoing influence in the world of winter sports.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Dartmouth alumni who shaped snowsports.
  • •Find out how Dartmouth influenced the ski industry.
  • •See firsthand accounts from Olympic athletes.

Did You Know

•Dartmouth College is the most remotely located college in the Ivy League.
•Over 100 Winter Olympians have connections to Dartmouth College.
•The ski industry is worth $25 billion in the United States.

Perfect For

Skiing enthusiastsDartmouth alumniWinter sports history