FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 5, 2005
For more information, contact:
Thomas Perkins, Executive Director
Jackson Ski Touring Foundation
P.O. Box 216
Jackson, New Hampshire 03846
Telephone: 603-383-9355
E-Mail: thom@jacksonxc.org
JACKSON SKI TOURING CREATES ESKERGO SNOWSHOE TRAIL
Jackson, NH – Snowshoe enthusiasts will have a new trail to explore this year at the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation. From the base lodge, snowshoers will now be able to travel along the scenic Ellis River trail out to the Ellis River Cantina. This narrow and rustic trail runs parallel to the Ellis River Trail, which has consistently been voted the best cross country ski trail in the Mt. Washington Valley for the past several years.
“For years folks have wanted a snowshoe route along the Ellis River in Jackson. With this new trail, we have created the opportunity for snowshoers and skiers to meet at the Ellis River Cantina. The trail is suitable for all ability levels and will provide an intimate experience for snowshoers at Jackson Ski Touring. The trail was designed and completed by the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation trail crew and volunteers who worked to create an interesting trail that travels over forested knolls and dips, arriving after 3 km at the Ellis River Cantina. Once there, snowshoers can meet up with friends and family who are cross country skiing and enjoy hot chocolate, water and refreshments, before heading back out on the trails to return to the village.” said Thom Perkins, Executive Director of Jackson Ski Touring Foundation.
In addition to the new Eskergo trail, the Foundation maintains a host of other trails specifically designed for snowshoeing. There are snowshoe trails that lead from the Touring Center to Nestlenook Farm, and advanced trails can be found in the upper elevations of Prospect Farm and on National Forest trails within the Jackson Ski Touring trail network. Snowshoe rentals are also available at the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation’s base lodge. The Jackson XC Rental shop has upgraded its fleet of snowshoes this season with a new MSR snowshoes. These lightweight, comfortable easy to put on high tech shoes are excellent for all levels of snowshoers from beginner to experienced. Snowshoe Instructional Nature Tours are held on selected Saturdays throughout the winter season from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon. These popular tours are led by a knowledgeable guide who gives snowshoe technique tips along the way. The tours also cover a variety of terrain, trails and wildlife topics. The cost is $10 per person and rental equipment is available. For more information on snowshoeing, please contact the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation at 603-383-9355 or at info@jacksonxc.org.
The Jackson Ski Touring Foundation is a community based nonprofit organization, chartered to maintain trails in and around the village of Jackson, New Hampshire and to provide winter recreational and educational opportunities for all. The “Foundation” maintains 154+ km of cross-country ski trails, with state-of-the-art grooming on trails designed to suit every taste and ability level. Detailed information about trails, rates, programs, events, clinics and more can be found at the Foundation web site at www.jacksonxc.org. Further information can also be obtained by calling 603-383-9355 or 1-800-X-C-SNOWS (1-800-927-6697).
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