Thanks to all who came and visited us over the 2024 season.
Although the season might have seemed short to some, for us it wasn’t really that short.
Once again August was the month for skiing. We were open just under 4 weeks with only a couple of days closed. Some of you who can remember skiing up here in the 80s will be thinking that is fab, as back then we just hoped for a week or so in the school holidays.
New visitors and our trusty regulars turn up in force and we even had a couple of fully booked Saturday nights in Robinson Lodge. This is becoming a common theme and of course a lot of fun. 😊
Now we push our thoughts to the summer months coming up.
Things coming up in March:
Hill Climb: 15th of March - This is more of a social weekend, but I’m sure the odd job still might get done. Get to the top of the hill any way you like and take in the views. Come celebrate St Paddy's Day (a couple of days early) on Mt Saint Patrick.
22/23 March - We are hoping for good weather to get a lot of outside painting done, so throw in your painting cloths and gear if you have any.
Otherwise, other building maintenance and road repairs are be scheduled for this weekend.
Please bring your family & friends along and make a weekend of it. Usually, we have people staying up the hill on both Friday and Saturday nights. Drop us an email at info@skihanmer.co.nz if you want to come along and lend a hand.
We would also like to say a big thanks to the local business who once again supported us in 2024.
Coughlan Contracting
Geoff Hill Contracting
Flintoft Contractors
Hanmer Four Square
S.D Wells
Ski Gear Direct
Waitohi Ag
And a big thanks to the Mainland Foundation for the grant we received to purchase a couple of backpack weed sprayers and a brush cuter. These will be put to good use during working bees.
Lastly, of course, all of you who paid, your subs, came for a visit or just encouraged others to come up.
Looking forward to seeing you this winter.
Cheers,
Team Amuri
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Hanmer Springs Ski Area is a friendly, fun ski area just 17km from the alpine resort town of Hanmer Springs. From the top of the field there are great views of the surrounding mountains of St James and Molesworth Stations and the distant peaks of the Nelson Lakes National Park.
There are a variety of groomed runs and off piste to choose from for all ages and stages of skill. Slopes can be viewed from the lounge in the Day Lodge so spectators don’t miss out and the beginner’s area is right beside it with excellent open terrain for kids. The ski area is ideal for the family or group of friends for a weekend away with fun filled runs for everyone.
There are three lifts - a Poma, a Rope Tow and the learners area with a Fixed Grip Tow. If you have never used a nutcracker before, Hanmer Springs is a good place to start !
The car park is at the base of the huts and it’s just a short walk to the tows. There are no queues so you can get in as many runs as your body can handle and the tows operate until you want to stop! The cosy mountain accommodation is backpacker style and is self catering, so don’t forget to bring supplies.
To top off a perfect day or weekend in the mountains a soak in the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools will ease the strain on the muscles. The village also has some great Restaurants and Bars, and even a nightclub for those with stamina!
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Hideaway for the weekend!
