Re: Wachusett mtn in Princton Ma?
Posted: Wed Jul 17, 2013 12:04 pm
I used to ski-race @ Wachusett on a weekly basis in their night league racing series.
I believe holding a hillclimb there could possibly open up the series to those in the CT, Worcester, Boston, area.
That was the draw at this centralized location for Winter competitions. It might get some new hillclimbers involved that might not otherwise make the trip up to Burke, Mt. Philo, etc.
The Crowley family from Polar beverages (David is primary Op., sister Caroline, etc) own/operate the ski area but the auto road is part of the state park. The road should be in good shape, as it was previously closed for several seasons for repairs. If Wachusett is contacted, they may be receptive to renting out some of their on-site lodging, cafateria service, etc. We have held Summertime Subaru events there in the past (Wicked Big Meet), etc, with centralized location again being the main draw. It would be nice if the start could begin from Washusett Ski Area parking lot but that won't happen since exiting the parking lot and traveling up the hill to the start of Wachusett Mt. Road state park area/entrance is public road.
Good luck with your inquiries.
I believe holding a hillclimb there could possibly open up the series to those in the CT, Worcester, Boston, area.
That was the draw at this centralized location for Winter competitions. It might get some new hillclimbers involved that might not otherwise make the trip up to Burke, Mt. Philo, etc.
The Crowley family from Polar beverages (David is primary Op., sister Caroline, etc) own/operate the ski area but the auto road is part of the state park. The road should be in good shape, as it was previously closed for several seasons for repairs. If Wachusett is contacted, they may be receptive to renting out some of their on-site lodging, cafateria service, etc. We have held Summertime Subaru events there in the past (Wicked Big Meet), etc, with centralized location again being the main draw. It would be nice if the start could begin from Washusett Ski Area parking lot but that won't happen since exiting the parking lot and traveling up the hill to the start of Wachusett Mt. Road state park area/entrance is public road.
Good luck with your inquiries.