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[Allan]

This resort located near Oliver BC. They installed a new Poma FGQ in 2007, have a Mueller double, a T-Bar (I can't identify the manufacturer) and a carpet lift. They haven't issued any season passes, and they haven't performed any maintenance. Too bad, they're a neat little area.



Dear Loyal Friends and Enthusiasts of Mt. Baldy,

We have been working ceaselessly to overcome the challenges immediately before us in order to get open for the season. While we do intend to open this season, it pains us deeply to announce that we will definitely not be able to fund and complete our maintenance and certifications on the lifts in time to open for the traditional Christmas Holiday. We continue to work on our financing and while we can’t guarantee it, we expect to be open in January and will operate, conditions permitting, into April. We have not conducted a season pass campaign to date, as we do not wish to take any money from anyone until we see a clear and reliable path to enabling operation through to the end of the season.

We have been amazed at and remain eternally grateful for the support and goodwill that everyone has shown for the ski area. This been a difficult time for everyone from day skiers, to cabin owners, to staff and shareholders. However, if we all hold on to a positive attitude, we believe it will just make the sliding all the more enjoyable once the bull wheels start turning!

Sincerely,
Brent Baker, President
The Mt. Baldy Companies

FAQ’S:

Is there anything I can do to help?
Not at this time. Plain and simple, Mt. Baldy needs either, a re-financing or an additional equity infusion in order to move forward. Once we have that, we will put out a call for help to expedite an opening, at which time Matt says, “It will be all hands on deck!”

What will the rates be?
Rates will be set based on when we open and how much of the mountain we open, and will be, more or less as adjusted by the above, commensurate with last year.

Do you still have staff around to make opening possible?
Yes, there is still a core group of staff, waiting and hoping to get Baldy running. Some key staffers have moved on but may become available once we confirm our opening.

Is any maintenance currently being done?
The Day Lodge and other buildings have been minimally winterized. The chairlifts are being monitored and will get 100% of the required maintenance once we receive the enabling funding.

Is it ok to take my snowmobile onto the hill or otherwise access the hill?
Unfortunately, no. While the ski area is on crown land, it is the responsibility potential liability of Mount Baldy Ski Corp. If unmanaged access becomes an issue, our insurer will require more controls to be put in place to prevent it or they can pull the insurance package, further diminishing our chance of opening, and jeopardizing our ability to get insurance in the future.

[jaytrem]

Sad to hear this. I had an amazing powder day there a couple years ago. That place is a true gem, a bit out of the way from pretty much everywhere but well worth the trip. Hopefully they can get thru this.

[ss20]

Not good. Love their perseverance though! Minimal staff...minimal prices...minimal maintenance, however...