FOMS Comments on AOP

FOMS comments on Mount Sunapee Annual Operating Plan for 2008-2009

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May 13, 2008 Okemo/Mount Sunapee Resort presented a proposed Annual Operating Plan to the Mount Sunapee Ski Area Advisory Committee, chaired by Comm. George Bald, Dept. of Resources and Economic Development.

For NH-DRED's "Public Involvement & Oversight Policy" for the Mount Sunapee State Park ski area, go to FOMS Library. 

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"Early Spring in Wendell"

Oil by Susan Parmenter

FOMS March 2008 newsletter included original art by local artist Susan Parmenter, Sunapee, NH.

Prints of "Early Spring in Wendell" and "Into the Woods" are available by contacting the artist or FOMS.

 

"Into the Woods"

Oil by Susan Parmenter

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“Climb the mountains and get their glad tidings.  Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees.  The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves.” – John Muir (1838-1914)

This quote can be found in the prologue of the "Manual of Mount Sunapee," which chronicled the geological, cultural and natural history of the area and spoke to the importance of public awareness in “preserving the mountain for the enjoyment of all.”   Published in 1915 by the Sunapee Chapter of the Forest Society, the manual sold for 50 cents and the proceeds went to support trail maintenance on Mount Sunapee.

The Manual is available at Abbott Library, Sunapee, NH, in the Reference Department.

MORE QUOTES

“Conservation is humanity caring for the future." - Nancy Newhall

“Man shapes himself through the decisions that shape his environment.” - Rene Jules Dubos

"Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity; and that mountain parks and reservations are useful not only as fountains of timber and irrigating rivers, but as fountains of life." - John Muir 

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What's In A Name

In 1965, Mount Sunapee State Park added the Province double chair lift and new slopes for novice skiing. It was affectionately known for more than three decades as the Province Area. In doing so, it drew attention to the historic road that once cut through the park and was traveled by native Americans and early settlers centuries before. However, after the state leased the ski area to Okemo in 1998, the Province area lost its identity. It was remapped “South Bowl Learning Center” and the lift changed to “Clipper Ship Quad.” Now many of the old Province slopes sound like south-sea resort names -- Flip Flop, Coconut Grove, Calypso, Lemon and Lime -- rather than using names that reflect the area’s unique place in New Hampshire history.

Furthermore, US Geological Survey maps show South Peak located in the White Ledges and Lake Solitude area of the park. The “South Bowl Learning Center,” while it faces south, actually is located in the northern quadrant of the ski area.

FOMS believes that the state should preserve and showcase the park’s unique heritage and use authentic and accurate references in describing park features, so that current and future generations can be made aware of Mount Sunapee’s historical and cultural importance.


 
Last Updated ( Friday, 18 April 2008 13:07 )
 

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FOMS Comments on Proposed 2008-2009 Annual Operating Plan for Mt. Sunapee Ski Area

Stewardship of Mount Sunapee:  In 1910, the first campaign to protect land on Mount Sunapee began with Herbert Welsh and Philip Ayres of the newly formed Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. By 1934, the Forest Society secured over 1100 acres on Mount Sunapee. In 1948, this land was central to the formation of Mount Sunapee State Park, now encompassing 2900 acres—spectacular, publicly owned land, forested highlands to sandy beach front.

Yes, with the passage of time, change has come to the mountain, the park and ski area within. Yet, Mount Sunapee’s heritage endures.  As demonstrated long ago on Mount Sunapee, environmental stewardship requires public awareness, education and action to protect our special places and natural resources. See how you can help.
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