Ski Area Outreach

In September 2002, the P2 Unit organized a P2 presentation at the SANY/National Ski Areas Association (NSAA)/Pennsylvania SAA Annual Trade Show. Unit staff intends to return to the trade show to display and distribute project materials that are being developed. A three pronged approach is envisioned: an employee-targeted video to complement the National Ski Areas Association's "Spotlight Video on Sustainable Slopes"; a companion guide for ski managers providing P2 tips and resources; and a P2 poster and related outreach materials geared to ski area customers to raise P2 awareness. NY Network (part of the State University of New York system) assisted DEC in the development and recording of the training video. The video is completed, and work is progressing on the development of the companion guide/checklist to supplement the information presented in the video.

The DEC has also signed on to become a Partnering Organization to the NSAA Environmental Charter, while Belleayre Mountain (the only State-run ski mountain) will become an Endorsing Ski Area.