Disney’s Mineral King Ski Resort was never built, but it did inspire another iconic Disney attraction.
But, once upon a time, America almost had the most magical ski area on Earth.
But here’s what could have beenand more about how Walt Disney impacted the ski industry.
A family riding a chairlift while skiing.Credit:Jordan Siemens/Getty Images
Walt Disney and Skiing
Disney was a rather avid sports fan.
Hislove for baseballis well documented, and he was even a semi-pro equestrian,playing polothroughout his life.
But it turns out Disney was quite the winter sports fanatic, too.
Disney even produced the opening and closing ceremonies of the1960 Winter Olympicsheld in California.
Remember that friendship with Hannes Schroll?
And if you look closely, you could spot the original Sugar Bowl Village Lodge in animated form.
