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Manitoba Mountain?
Posted On May 30 2011, 07:09 PM by Spencer Francey

No, it's not that Manitoba...it's in Alaska and it's going to be a new ski area of a different breed: a ski area focused on working with the local communities, saving energy and keeping it as natural as possible with some lift accessed terrain combined with a focus on backcountry access for visitors. All I can say is that I hope it all comes together as it looks like an amazing place to visit with the right people behind the scenes making it all happen. Check it out PUSH.ca people!

"Mountain Rider’s Alliance has launched a website, www.SkiManitobaMountain.com, detailing their plan to develop a low impact ski area on the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. Three surface lifts will access 10,000 acres of legendary Chugach terrain. Renewable energy options including micro-hydro and wind are being evaluated.

Project manager Dave Scanlan recently concluded seven community outreach presentations. “The project was generally well received by the local communities. We appreciate everyone taking the time to join us as well as their informative feedback. We will be implementing the information gained into our master plan” said Scanlan."

Scanlan and members of the MRA met with corresponding governmental agencies where a road map through the permitting process was outlined. MRA expects to submit a formal application in October, 2011.

www.MountainRidersAlliance.com

Check out these photos!




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Spencer Francey lives in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Follow this blog for the latest Snowboard news,updates, tips and other oddities of the West. You'll find info coming in from all corners of the Alberta and BC interior. Banff, Lake Louise, Golden,Revelstoke Fernie and the surrounding backcountry that make this area a mecca of Canadian riding.
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This place already sees dozens of skiers all the time.  Why does MRA feel the need to develop an area that has great skiing and a large user base?  

posted by akiceman | Jun 13 2011, 02:50 PM

We might have spent our weekend patio hoppin’ and at ye olde swimmin’ hole, but it does not

posted by News | Jun 06 2011, 02:48 PM

Surface Lifts Rule. That is real skiing.

posted by Scott Jeffery | Jun 03 2011, 04:20 AM

What a refreshing change from the norm. Let's hope that this is the beginning of a new era in ski area development.

posted by Peter Long | Jun 01 2011, 10:45 AM

I'm agreeing with all of the above!!! who else??

posted by Spencer Francey | May 31 2011, 08:30 PM

Finally, a ski area development with real terrain, instead of another low angle real estate developed soulless lame ass ski resort.

posted by Stoked Skier | May 31 2011, 02:44 PM

"More rope tows, less lates"

posted by Scrotie M | May 31 2011, 02:13 PM

If this happens, it would be nothing short of EPIC

posted by Jack MacDonald | May 31 2011, 02:12 PM

Who wants to ride these mountains?????

posted by Spencer Francey | May 31 2011, 01:10 AM


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