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We are now approaching the finish line of an almost 3 year
marathon to reopen our lifts. The insurance is in place thanks to the generous
donations of skiers, organizations, donors, and purchasers of passes and swag
from across the US. In particular Unofficial Networks and IndyPass for their
willingness to support small mountains like ours to stay alive and thrive.
This morning the NYSDOL certified 3 of our 4 lifts. Poma 2 has some minor
electrical and tree limb issues which should be handled and be ready for
certification next week. We have lift operator, cashier, and food service applicants
waiting for training and scheduling.
The only remaining challenges are having sufficient ski patrol for our planned
operating hours, (please have anyone you know contact us) and Mother Nature’s
white manna. With the two consecutive storms approaching, and hopefully no
February rain, we will have a good season. We will announce opening as soon as
we have sufficient base and coverage. It is likely that we will open the T-Bar and
Poma 1 to mid station with a 4” base and 6” plus of coverage. We’ll need an
additional 2-4” to open Poma 2 and top of Poma 1.
Dolagon is scheduled to have its autonomous vehicle on-site in mid-January, snow
dependent, for boarders and uphiller/backcountry enthusiasts. We will be
announcing a “free ride” inaugural day as soon as we have a firm date.
In mid-November, we took a risk and financed the purchase of a new side by side
utility vehicle as we had no means to transport crew or inspectors up the
mountain. It is likely the first new large equipment purchase in at least a decade.
We want to thank Hickory Hill Brewing and Events, LLC for its diligence and
continuing support of Hickory in its efforts to open a taproom in the lodge
featuring specialty Hickory themed microbrews. Because of some of the specific
regulations of the New York State Liquor Authority about defining access to the
premises where alcohol is served and consumed, it became clear that the lease
option under consideration would not be workable for Hickory to operate or
manage the remainder of its operations. Our intent now is for Hickory to pursue
a tavern wine license which will allow us to offer beer, wine, and cider, featuring
Hickory Hill Brewing products and to support their efforts in hosting weddings and
events at the Hill.
The Hickory Legacy Foundation continues to support recreational, environmental,
educational and historic preservation activities at the Hill through ongoing
fundraising, advertising, and merchandise sales. They are planning on financially
supporting learn to ski and youth skiing this season so we invite you to connect
with their website: hickorylegacyfoundation.com to support their essential
contributions to Hickory.
With the support of Paul Connally we have updated our ski area map which now
includes uphill routes, our original logo and an easier to read format. He is also
helping us update our brochure and has been the graphic designer guru for most
of our advertising and social media marketing. Thank you Paul!
marathon to reopen our lifts. The insurance is in place thanks to the generous
donations of skiers, organizations, donors, and purchasers of passes and swag
from across the US. In particular Unofficial Networks and IndyPass for their
willingness to support small mountains like ours to stay alive and thrive.
This morning the NYSDOL certified 3 of our 4 lifts. Poma 2 has some minor
electrical and tree limb issues which should be handled and be ready for
certification next week. We have lift operator, cashier, and food service applicants
waiting for training and scheduling.
The only remaining challenges are having sufficient ski patrol for our planned
operating hours, (please have anyone you know contact us) and Mother Nature’s
white manna. With the two consecutive storms approaching, and hopefully no
February rain, we will have a good season. We will announce opening as soon as
we have sufficient base and coverage. It is likely that we will open the T-Bar and
Poma 1 to mid station with a 4” base and 6” plus of coverage. We’ll need an
additional 2-4” to open Poma 2 and top of Poma 1.
Dolagon is scheduled to have its autonomous vehicle on-site in mid-January, snow
dependent, for boarders and uphiller/backcountry enthusiasts. We will be
announcing a “free ride” inaugural day as soon as we have a firm date.
In mid-November, we took a risk and financed the purchase of a new side by side
utility vehicle as we had no means to transport crew or inspectors up the
mountain. It is likely the first new large equipment purchase in at least a decade.
We want to thank Hickory Hill Brewing and Events, LLC for its diligence and
continuing support of Hickory in its efforts to open a taproom in the lodge
featuring specialty Hickory themed microbrews. Because of some of the specific
regulations of the New York State Liquor Authority about defining access to the
premises where alcohol is served and consumed, it became clear that the lease
option under consideration would not be workable for Hickory to operate or
manage the remainder of its operations. Our intent now is for Hickory to pursue
a tavern wine license which will allow us to offer beer, wine, and cider, featuring
Hickory Hill Brewing products and to support their efforts in hosting weddings and
events at the Hill.
The Hickory Legacy Foundation continues to support recreational, environmental,
educational and historic preservation activities at the Hill through ongoing
fundraising, advertising, and merchandise sales. They are planning on financially
supporting learn to ski and youth skiing this season so we invite you to connect
with their website: hickorylegacyfoundation.com to support their essential
contributions to Hickory.
With the support of Paul Connally we have updated our ski area map which now
includes uphill routes, our original logo and an easier to read format. He is also
helping us update our brochure and has been the graphic designer guru for most
of our advertising and social media marketing. Thank you Paul!
