Sharon
New member
I just recieved this email from Greek Peak. I find it amusing that they have used the words "first class" two times. It might have been first class 50 years ago, but today, well :roll:. First class is certainly relative
GREEK PEAK CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF FAMILY FUN.
Cortland, NY. (December 18, 2007) – Greek Peak is celebrating the best of 50 years of family fun at its weeklong birthday party, beginning on Monday, December 31st. As the home of “Central New York’s Premier Ski and Snowboard Center”, Greek Peak opened in January 1958 with New York's Governor, Averill Harriman, conducting the Opening Day Ceremonies. The Governor called it a "first class development" and predicted that it would "make a real contribution to skiing in New York State."
“This is a great year to say thank you to our family of skiers and snowboarders” said Kevin Morrin, Director of Sales and Marketing, “While we celebrate all of our accomplishments over the past 50 years, we look forward to rolling out the red carpet with the grand opening of our hotel and indoor waterpark.” Morrin continued, “We’ll celebrate 50 years of fun and great family times with special events throughout the week:
• December 31st – CELEBRATION KICKOFF - New Years Party, Fireworks, Torchlight Parade
• January 1st – FAT TUESDAY – Mardi Gras Theme – Cajun Theme, Most Beads Contest
• January 2nd – SCAVENGER HUNT – Mountain Scavenger Hunt with 8 prizes
• January 3rd – GREEK DAY – Greek Themed Day with Toga Party
• January 4th – BEACH DAY – Beach Themed Day with Rail Jam and Cortland County Chamber Event
• January 5th – RETRO SKI DAY – Wear your favorite Retro Ski Apperal and compete for prizes. Anyone celebrating their 50th birthday in 2007/2008 skis/rides for free!
• January 6th – 50TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY – BBQ Party, Contests and Prizes!
For 50 years, generations of skiers and riders have enjoyed First Class Skiing and Snowboarding at Greek Peak Mountain Resort. Come join us as we celebrate our history.
ABOUT GREEK PEAK MOUNTAIN RESORT: Greek Peak is the largest ski resort in Central New York, with 32 trails of varying skill levels, a summit of 2100 feet and a 952-foot vertical drop that includes 6 chair lifts, 2 magic carpet lifts located at the base for beginners, a dedicated slope for beginners, 3 Terrain Parks, including a Progression Park. Greek Peak also operates a full service Nordic Center with groomed Cross Country and Snow Shoe Trails. We receive an annual snowfall of 122 plus inches, average 113 days of open availability to ski and snowboard and also provide night skiing 7 nights a week.
GREEK PEAK CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF FAMILY FUN.
Cortland, NY. (December 18, 2007) – Greek Peak is celebrating the best of 50 years of family fun at its weeklong birthday party, beginning on Monday, December 31st. As the home of “Central New York’s Premier Ski and Snowboard Center”, Greek Peak opened in January 1958 with New York's Governor, Averill Harriman, conducting the Opening Day Ceremonies. The Governor called it a "first class development" and predicted that it would "make a real contribution to skiing in New York State."
“This is a great year to say thank you to our family of skiers and snowboarders” said Kevin Morrin, Director of Sales and Marketing, “While we celebrate all of our accomplishments over the past 50 years, we look forward to rolling out the red carpet with the grand opening of our hotel and indoor waterpark.” Morrin continued, “We’ll celebrate 50 years of fun and great family times with special events throughout the week:
• December 31st – CELEBRATION KICKOFF - New Years Party, Fireworks, Torchlight Parade
• January 1st – FAT TUESDAY – Mardi Gras Theme – Cajun Theme, Most Beads Contest
• January 2nd – SCAVENGER HUNT – Mountain Scavenger Hunt with 8 prizes
• January 3rd – GREEK DAY – Greek Themed Day with Toga Party
• January 4th – BEACH DAY – Beach Themed Day with Rail Jam and Cortland County Chamber Event
• January 5th – RETRO SKI DAY – Wear your favorite Retro Ski Apperal and compete for prizes. Anyone celebrating their 50th birthday in 2007/2008 skis/rides for free!
• January 6th – 50TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY – BBQ Party, Contests and Prizes!
For 50 years, generations of skiers and riders have enjoyed First Class Skiing and Snowboarding at Greek Peak Mountain Resort. Come join us as we celebrate our history.
ABOUT GREEK PEAK MOUNTAIN RESORT: Greek Peak is the largest ski resort in Central New York, with 32 trails of varying skill levels, a summit of 2100 feet and a 952-foot vertical drop that includes 6 chair lifts, 2 magic carpet lifts located at the base for beginners, a dedicated slope for beginners, 3 Terrain Parks, including a Progression Park. Greek Peak also operates a full service Nordic Center with groomed Cross Country and Snow Shoe Trails. We receive an annual snowfall of 122 plus inches, average 113 days of open availability to ski and snowboard and also provide night skiing 7 nights a week.
