Stevens Pass, Washington. – Skiers and riders at Stevens Pass Ski Resort are concerned about an increase in equipment theft at the resort, with many blaming owner Vail Resorts for not taking enough action.
A growing number of skiers and snowboarders are sharing their frustrations saying they can no longer leave their gear unattended on racks while they lounge in their cabins.
To address this issue, a petition has been launched on Change.org calling on Vail Resorts to restore ski inspection services at the resort. The petition has received more than 200 signatures.
“The widespread occurrence of equipment theft casts a heavy shadow over our love for the sport and our resorts,” the petition reads. “With ticket prices continuing to rise and resort facility costs continuing to rise, the least we can expect is It’s the safety and value of our equipment.”
In response to the growing number of complaints, Ellen Galbraith, vice president and general manager of Stevens Pass, said safety is the resort’s top priority.
“Reports of equipment theft are currently low and down from this time last year, and we want to reassure guests that our teams continue to invest in measures and resources to prevent theft,” Galbraith said.
“This includes a highly trained and experienced security team, security cameras at the resort, seasonal lockers available for rent in the base area, and ski locks available for $15 at our retail store.”
FOX 13 also reached out to the King County Sheriff’s Office to check if there had been any reports of Steven Spath’s stolen gear. They confirmed they were investigating the matter but needed more details to delve further.
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