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News From EaglecrestFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: April 22, 2008
Eaglecrest announces Contractor for Mid-Mountain Chairlift
Juneau, AK- April 22, 2008 – Pending CBJ Assembly approval ARETE Construction has been awarded the Mid-Mountain Chairlift project and access road project. The bid amount of $1.132 million falls within the Engineer’s estimate and rock blasting which is the first step of the project could commence within the next month. Construction timelines will be developed and released shortly. Eaglecrest anticipates the top and bottom terminal and towers will be constructed this summer with final cable installation and adjustments being made mid-summer of 2009.
This project follows the successful award to CBJ from the State of Alaska to run an electrical transmission line to the top of Eaglecrest, providing power to the FAA weather station. To facilitate this project, a road will be constructed to the top of Eaglecrest. Eventually this will allow summer activities such as mountain biking and hiking.
While searching for a used chairlift for the Mid-Mountain lift project, an additional lift was acquired to replace the Platter surface lift. It is anticipated that this lift will be installed this summer by ARETE Construction. Funding for this project was made available by a generous grant from the Rasmuson Foundation. The Rasmuson Foundation also funded $200,000 for the Mid-Mountain lift, $100,00 for the multi-purpose service corridor, and $284,000 for a new building that will house the Ski Patrol and the Juneau Ski Club. This building will be constructed over the next two summers. In addition, Nordic trail Improvements to the lower loop funded by a trails grant will be completed by Labor Day.
“These next two summers will be the most exciting time Eaglecrest has seen since its inception” said Kirk Duncan Eaglecrest General Manager. “We look forward to continuing to provide high quality services to the citizen’s of Juneau in the most cost effective manner possible. “
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: February 9, 2008 Contact: Jeffra Clough, Director Sales/Marketing Eaglecrest Ski Area 907-790-2000 Fax: 907-790-2003 Jeffra_Clough@ci.junueau.ak.us
Juneau, AK- February 9 “We want Mt. Sima to continue to operate and provide a valuable service to the residents of Whitehorse in future years” said Eaglecrest General Manager Kirk Duncan. “We feel it is in the best interest of all ski areas to have as many successful ski areas as possible. Eaglecrest feels by helping Mt. Sima through this temporary problem will help insure its long-term success. We don’t want the residents of Whitehorse to get out of the habit of skiing and snowboarding. In addition, this may be a very good way to fill up some hotel rooms and restaurants”. According to Duncan “Eaglecrest is not only an asset to Juneau but to all of Southeast and portions of Canada as well. With our record snowfall last year and abundant snow fall this year, Eaglecrest could become a destination area for more than just Southeast”. Mt. Sima season pass holder need only to present their season pass at the Eaglecrest ticket window to receive their complimentary day of skiing or snowboarding. Eaglecrest is open Thursday through Monday and is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Eaglecrest will operate daily March 13 through March 24 for the Spring Break Holidays. For more information and current conditions visit www.skijuneau.com. The snow conditions hotline is (907)586-5330.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: December 10, 2007 Contact: Kirk Duncan Eaglecrest Ski Area (907) 790-2000, (907) 321-3525, Fax: (907) 790-2003 Kirk_Duncan@ci.juneau.ak.us
Eaglecrest Opens for the 2007/2008 season on Saturday! Eaglecrest announces the limited opening of the 2007/2008 season on Saturday, December 15. With over 20” of snow during the past week on the upper mountain, Eaglecrest will operate the Ptarmigan Chairlift. The Ptarmigan Lift will operate from 9:30-3:00. The Hooter Chairlift and Platter lift will be closed. Only the East side of Ptarmigan will be open. The West side of Ptarmigan and the West Ridge will be closed and no access allowed. Marked and Unmarked hazards exist. “It will be an advanced-intermediate to expert weekend on the mountain” said General Manager, Kirk Duncan. “It will be a great weekend to get your pass photo taken, move into your locker, and get a few runs on your skis or snowboard”. Lift tickets will be $20 for Adults, $15 for Youth/Senior, & $10 for Children and the Ticket window will open at 9:00am. The Eaglecrest Grill will be open from 9-4 and will be serving breakfast and lunch. The Snowsports School will be offering private lessons only. The Rental and Repair Shop will be open from 9:00-4:00. The Eaglecrest bus will operate one bus on a limited schedule this weekend. The bus will stop at the Mendenhall Mall at 8 am and the high school at 8:20 am. The bus will depart Eaglecrest at 3:30pm. The round trip pass is $5 per person and can be purchased on the bus. At the time of press, Eaglecrest had snow accumulation of 62” at the top and 13” at the base. Future services at Eaglecrest will be dependant on the snow conditions. Please check www.skijuneau.com for updated mountain information. Eaglecrest will begin its holiday operating schedule on Thursday, December 20. The mountain will be open daily through Monday, January 7 with the exception of Christmas Day. Eaglecrest will be closed on Christmas Day. Season passes, multi-visit card, and stocking stuffer lift tickets are on sale now at the Eaglecrest Ticket Office. Located on Douglas Island just 12 miles from downtown, Eaglecrest is Juneau’s community owned ski area offering 2 chairlifts, a surface beginner lift, and over 640 acres of skiable terrain. The area includes 5 kilometers of groomed Nordic Trails, a professionally staffed Snow Sports School, and a full-service Rental and Repair Shop.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: December 10, 2007 Contact: Kirk Duncan Eaglecrest Ski Area (907) 790-2000, (907) 321-3525, Fax: (907) 790-2003 Kirk_Duncan@ci.juneau.ak.us
Rasmuson Foundation awards Eaglecrest development funds The Rasmuson Foundation has awarded $700,000 in project development grant funds to Eaglecrest Ski Area. The grant award includes $200,000 to supplement funds already raised for a mid-mountain chairlift, $100,000 for the beginner chairlift, $100,000 for a multi-purpose service corridor to the top of the mountain, and $284,000 for a ski patrol and alpine race training building. The award also includes a challenge grant for $16,000, which will be awarded if Eaglecrest can raise $16,000 in matching funds. The Rasmuson Foundation funded the first year of Eaglecrest’s $1.9 million, 3-year grant request. Upon successful completion of the funded projects, Eaglecrest will seek additional support for the development of a mountain biking and hiking trail system, as well as construction of a day-use cabin at Cropley Lake. Eaglecrest’s 3-year grant request also includes funds for improvement of several major alpine runs on the mountain, including stump and rock removal and drainage enhancement. These improvements will allow Eaglecrest to open runs earlier and with less snow. Lodge expansion and support for the mid-week school program are also included in the 3-year development plan. “The Eaglecrest Board of Directors and staff are grateful for the generous support of the Rasmuson Foundation. We are very excited and honored with this opportunity to partner with Alaska’s preeminent philanthropic organization. The Rasmuson Foundation board and staff have been very helpful and supportive throughout this process. We see this as the beginning of a long-term relationship that will make Eaglecrest an even greater community asset for the residents of Juneau” said Jim Calvin, President of the Eaglecrest Board of Directors. “These initial funds will allow Eaglecrest to make significant improvements to our winter operations. As these projects are completed, we will shift our focus to improving summer recreation facilities and opportunities at Eaglecrest, including construction of a hiking and biking trail system.” The Eaglecrest board and staff have completed the necessary planning for these projects. With funding in place, bids for the projects will be out soon. In conjunction with these projects, electrical power from North Douglas will be installed to the mountain. “These next few summers are going to be very busy for the staff at Eaglecrest. We are pleased with the outcome of the initial Rasmuson Foundation Grant and look forward to successful completion of these projects,” said Kirk Duncan, General Manager of Eaglecrest. Rasmuson Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to improving the quality of life for Alaskans by supporting non-profit organizations throughout the state.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 07, 2007 Contact: Beth Weigel 907 790-2000 X227 Winners of the Hilary Lindh Season Pass Scholarship Announced Eaglecrest Ski Area Board of Directors announces Jamie Paddock, a Montessori 8th grader, and JDHS student Curtis Green-Enix, as the winners of this year’s 2007/08 Hilary Lindh Season Pass Scholarships. Paddock, who began skiing at age three, dreams of becoming an Olympic skier. She is a three year veteran of the ski team and has won three ribbons and three medals in her career. Paddock states, “My future begins here at Eaglecrest, I’ve made the day, now it’s time to make history.” Floyd Dryden field trips first exposed Green-Enix to the mountain and this year he wants to tackle the Ptarmingan runs and has set the goal of mastering the more difficult West side of Eaglecrest. Both scholarship winners demonstrated strong academic achievement and drive as well as a passion for skiing and the mountain, important selection criteria for three person committee who determined the winners this year. In addition, the selection committee also considers financial need. In 1992, the Eaglecrest Board of Directors established the Season Pass Scholarship in recognition of Hilary Lindh’s silver medal in the 1992 Albertville Winter Games and the hard work she dedicated to downhill ski racing. She won seven National titles, two world championship medals, an Olympic Medal, and three World Cup Victories and is a member of the US Ski Hall Fame. After 13 years on the US Ski Team, Hilary retired.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2007 Eaglecrest Postpones Opening Day Eaglecrest will not be able to open on Saturday, December 8 as planned. Unfortunately, due to low snowfall the last several weeks, there is not an adequate base to safely operate. At present, there is 35 inches of snow on top of the mountain and one inch at the Day Lodge. At least 18” of settled snow at the Day Lodge and at least 60” at the top of the mountain is needed to open. Snowmaking operations allowed staff to make snow at the base of Ptarmigan lift and at the bottom of Sneaky over a five day period. On Tuesday, snowmaking operations ceased due to a problem with the snowmaking pipe intake located in Cropley Lake. Eaglecrest staff are working to restore snowmaking operations for the next cold weather window. Eaglecrest is ready to open as soon as there is sufficient snow coverage. Visit our website at www.skijuneau.com for current conditions and updates. Be sure to check our new webcam mounted on the top of the Ptarmigan Lift. Eaglecrest had a record amount of season pass sales during the EarlyBird Sale. Over 1500 people still need to have their season pass pictures taken and now is a great time to get these photos done. The Eaglecrest office is open Thursday through Monday from 9 am to 3pm for photos. The Retail Shop, “Goggles and Stuff” will open on Saturday, Dec. 8 and we have many great gift ideas including stocking stuffer lift tickets, t-shirts, & much more. The repair shop is open – make sure your gear is ready when the snow arrives! Enjoy the drive, come on up and visit us at Eaglecrest!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 29, 2007 HILARY LINDH SEASON PASS SCHOLARSHIP The annual Hilary Lindh season pass scholarship is now available for the upcoming season! Each year the Eaglecrest Board of Directors awards two season passes to one boy and to one girl in grades K through 12. Applications will be judged on scholastic achievement, competitive spirit, and financial need. Hilary Lindh scholarships will be available at any K-12 school, Foggy Mountain, Nugget Alaskan Outfitters, Sequence, Gravity Plan, Eaglecrest and the Eaglecrest website on October 30, 2007. Eligible scholarships will be taken up to the deadline on November 30, 2007 at any of the places listed above. To be considered for this scholarship, you must be a resident of the City and Borough of Juneau, attend Juneau School District schools or equivalent, and have maintained a “C” average for the previous school year. The Eaglecrest Board of Directors established this program in 1992 in recognition of Hilary’s silver medal in the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics and of the hard work that she has dedicated to downhill ski racing. She started skiing in Juneau at an early age and won the U. S. and World Junior Championship in the downhill at age 16. She attended a Utah ski academy in 1984 and eight years later won an Olympic Silver Medal. She competed on the World Cup Circuit for twelve years winning three world cup downhills, and raced in three Olympics. Hilary won the 1997 World Downhill Championship and retired in March of 1997. Last spring, she was inducted into the U. S. Ski Hall of Fame. Winners will be announced December 7, 2007
Date: June 12, 2007 Eaglecrest is looking for your opinion. We want to continue to offer a high level of service while also operating as a responsible business. Eaglecrest needs to cover the cost of these services, sustain the operation through lean snow years and put money away for future development. We are looking at five different options for purchasing skiing/snowboarding at Eaglecrest and would like your input on which of these options you would purchase. Option 1 - Direct to Lift Adult Season Pass $449 – Unlimited use Option 2 - Adult Frequent Visitor Card $359 (Good for 20 visits – must stop at the ticket window each visit to pick up lift ticket) Option 3 - Adult Frequent Visitor Card $299 (Good for 15 visits – must stop at the ticket window each visit to pick up lift ticket) Option 4 - Adult 5-Visit book for $149 (5 lift tickets for the price of 4) Option 5 - Individual adult all mountain all day lift tickets for $35 Please click here to let me know which option you would choose as well as any comments you may have. You are not committing to any purchase at this time, we just want your thoughts and opinions. You may also reply to this e-mail if you would like to be removed from future mailings. Look for further updates this summer concerns the proposed electrical power to the mountain, the operating calendar for next season, updates on the lift construction schedule and other topics of interest. Thanks for your time and continued support. Kirk Duncan
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