Adirondack Ski Train | 90th Anniversary | March 2-4, 2024
- North Creek Train Depot 5 Railroad Place North Creek, NY, 12853 United States (map)
Ski Train 90th Anniversary Celebration in North Creek
Experience New York ski history in the Adirondacks, March 2-4, 2024.
Located in the southeast Adirondack Mountains of New York State, North Creek has a rich history in skiing. This weekend, the town will celebrate the 90th anniversary of the first ski train that brought skiers to North Creek on March 4, 1934.
After the Adirondack Ski Train's inaugural journey, North Creek became a popular winter destination, attracting more visitors to the region for adventure. The anniversary celebration is an excellent opportunity to explore the area and learn more about this special place in upstate New York.
North Creek and Gore 90th Anniversary events March 3-4, 2024.
North Creek is hosting a series of events to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the ski train. Historical exhibitions will showcase the evolution of Adirondack ski areas, while special train rides will retrace the route of the original ski trains. These events are designed to be enjoyed by everyone.
Snowshoe tour at North Creek Ski Bowl – Saturday, March 2, from 9:30 to 11:30 am.
The tour begins at the North Creek Depot Museum. During the event, there will be a discussion about early Snow Trains. The talk will cover information about historic ski trails and details about early rope tows in the Ski History Room.
Participants will drive to the Ski Bowl and snowshoe to see where early skiing happened and historical artifacts.
For more information, visit the event webpage.
UHTA Ride Up/Ski Down reenactment — Saturday, March 2, from 9:30 am to 2 pm.
The Upper Hudson Trail Association is hosting an event to recreate the original Ride Up, Ski Down journey taken by travelers on the first Ski Trains.
A shuttle will carry skiers from the original North Creek Depot to the Raymond Brook trailhead.
From there, skiers will climb approximately 500 vertical feet before starting the descent back to North Creek.
UHTA will guide the trip. You need backcountry or AT gear to participate. The route covers intermediate backcountry terrain, and conditions can vary.
Visit the UHTA website for more information, including how to register.
Discussion: America’s oldest ski shop and the family that founded it – Sunday, March 3, 3 to 5 pm.
Tannery Pond Center hosts a conversation with five members of the Cunningham family, who have done much to develop North Creek’s ski community for nearly a century.
Greg Schaefer, whose father Carl installed the first rope tow and established the first ski school, will moderate the session.
Read more about the Cunningham legacy in North Creek.
Bell ringing on the 90th Anniversary of the Snow Train Arrival– Monday, March 4, 10:30 am.
Organizers will ring a bell and break a bottle at the North Creek Depot at 10:30 am. This is to celebrate the anniversary of the Snow Train's arrival.
Visit the Tannery Pond Center website for information about the activities and more.
The 90th Anniversary of the Adirondack Ski Trains is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the unique history of the Adirondacks and preserve the heritage of skiing in the region.
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