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EVL After Dark Night Skiing, Night Chillin’ and Night Life
February 5-6 AMSOIL Championship Snocross Seneca Allegany Casino
By Alicia Dziak
There’s nothing quite like riding the chairlift in the dark and hitting the slopes under the night sky. Whether you’re soaring through the snowcovered pines on Tannenbaum, gliding across the wide-open Morningstar, or freestyling your way down Foxfire, skiing and riding under the lights is an experience not to be missed. Night skiing at the Valley has been going strong since the mid-1970s, and it’s definitely safe to say that it’s an EVL tradition. Although certain lifts close after dark (Boardwalk, Eagle, SnowPine and Spruce), skiers can still access the majority of the lifts and, in turn, the trails they service, after the sun has lowered behind the hills. Nine lifts— Mardi Gras, Cindy’s, Yodeler, Morning Star, Creekside, Tannenbaum, Sunrise, Ski School Tow, and Chute (Thursday-Sunday nights), are all open for night skiing, giving guests access to 37 slopes. “We have 13 greens, 13 blues and 11 black slopes open at night,” said Jane Eshbaugh, Holiday Valley’s marketing director. If you need another excuse to love night skiing, how about the fact that it’ll save you money? A lift ticket from 4–10 p.m. is only $34 for adults and $28 for juniors, offering six hours of skiing for a great price. While skiers and riders hope that the season will go late this year, night skiing is only available through Saturday, March 19. Don’t wait too long to head out and enjoy your night under the Enchanted
Febraury 14 Valentine’s Day Febraury 14 Art Roscoe XC Ski Loppet Allegany State Park February 18 SkiScape HoliMont
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February 20 Penguin Paddle Holiday Valley February 28 Aspire Ski the Valley Holiday Valley March 3 Ski Day for United Way HoliMont March 5 Phoenix Rise to the Challenge Race HoliMont March 11-13 Mardi Gras and Winter Carnival See Third in the East page 9
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Have Your Wedding in Ellicottville
Everyone Can Ski! EVL’s Adaptive Programs Bring All to the Slopes By Alicia Dziak
Where Natural Beauty Sets the Scene If you’re in that last group and have recently become engaged, you may already be making plans for the big day. And you should. After all, according to most professional wedding planners, planning your nuptials can take a full year or more depending on many factors. One of the first items on the planning checklist is selecting a venue, and there are a lot of things to consider. If you want to be married in beautiful, natural surroundings that are less than an hour By Jann Wiswall from a major airport, in an area that can With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, many of us are provide accommodations for all of your thinking about making gestures big and small to declare guests and is in proximity to a variety our love for family, friends and spouses or maybe future of activities for those guests, you really spouses. See Ellicottville Weddings page 13
Mardi Gras Resurgence Ahead By Jann Wiswall
The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce has harnessed the power of the community to reenergize Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras weekend in a big way. Over the past few years, interest in building floats for the parade had been waning. Last year, in fact, there were no floats, though there were numerous energetic and creative marching groups to keep parade spectators cheering. The Chamber was faced with a decision – either cancel the event or commit to reviving it. During a meeting of Chamber members last month, it became clear that the community doesn’t want the event to die. So the resurgence began. The first step was to tap the creative mind of Carol Fisher, who launched Ellicottville’s very first Mardi Gras parade in 1994 as a way to promote the grand opening of Kazoo during Holiday See Mardi Gras page 3
Adaptive ski instructors from Holiday Valley and HoliMont took part in a training clinic at Holiday Valley last weekend.
Adaptive skiing has been gaining popularity for many years. And it’s also been gaining in competitiveness. This year’s 36th annual Empire State Winter Games, which kicked off this week (Feb. 3-8) in the Adirondacks, is a case in point. The 2016 event is drawing more adaptive athletes (defined as athletes
with a physical – including vision/hearing – or cognitive disability) from around the country and Canada than ever before. The number of events also has grown and includes more Nordic and alpine skiing events, as well as snowboarding, sled hockey, figure skating, bobsled and luge racing and so much more. See Adaptive Skiing page 10
Ski Wing’s Storied History Races, Parties and Unsolved Murder By Eva Potter
Not many ski areas in the region can claim a rioting good time and mysterious, unsolved murders as part of their intricate history, but the former Grosstal can. The now-defunct ski area, located in Allegany, N.Y., began as Grosstal Ski Area, but through the decades, it was
reincarnated two more times as Ski Wing and then Wing Hollow. Grosstal operated from 1958 to 1968 and was “designed to rival the famed ski centers of the Alps.” It was a familyoriented place where parents could drop their kids off for the day knowing they were safe See Ski Wing History page 12
Foster Dog Diaries #2 Going Above and Beyond By Alicia and Ava Dziak
As part of a seventh grade project, my daughter, Ava, has to work with an organization of her choosing throughout the course of the school year. It was an easy decision to work with Empire Animal Rescue Society (EARS), a non-profit animal rescue group. While the rescue is based in Salamanca, EARS animals reside with foster families all over the area, including with us in East Concord near Springville. See Foster Dog Diaries page 10
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Valley’s Winter Festival. Not surprisingly, that ďŹ rst parade, with some 20 oats and spectators lining the streets, turned out to be a powerful draw for the entire village and its businesses, as well as for the resorts. And in Western New York, Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras parade soon became famous as the next best thing to New Orleans’ celebration! Fisher is now heading a Chamber committee to help rebuild community involvement in the 23rd annual parade on March 12 and to go even further by
kicking off the festivities on Friday night (March 11) with a “Junior Bacchus Ballâ€? at EBC, complete with a pageant to crown the Winter Festival’s king and queen. The most pressing task right now, said Fisher, is “getting businesses to sponsor oats, as well as volunteers to help build them.â€? This year’s theme is “where we have been and where we are going.â€? Because certain rules and regulations must be followed, businesses must submit applications through the Chamber’s website (www. ellicottvilleny.com). The
application deadline is March 9, but there is a limit to the number of oats permitted and interest is heating up, so get those applications in today! Marching groups of all sorts also are encouraged to submit their applications to participate in the parade. Fisher is especially interested in having children’s groups, such as scouts, sports teams and clubs, participate. For more information, call Barb Pump, the Chamber’s membership and events manager, at (716) 699-5046.
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motion trainer, three virtual reality bikes, cardio stations, full dumbbell rack, two power Olympic racks with four stations and more. The fitness room is open during the following hours on days when school is in session. • Monday, Wednesday, and
Thursday, 4-7 p.m. •Tuesday & Friday, 6-7:30 a.m. The District will provide supervision. Specific Regulations/Rules may be picked up in the MS/ HS School Office or the District Office.
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Health & Fitness
Dump the Sugar
By Kim Duke, NETA & AAFA Certified Trainer
I am truly and utterly shocked at the amount of soda pop and junk/processed food products I see not only in people’s shopping carts, but also in their cars and in their kids’ school lunch bags. I know I have written article after article about these “foods,” but I am going to write another… These products provide no nutritional benefits and are not only filled with preservatives and massive amounts of sodium, but they are also quietly hiding loads of sugar. Sugar has zero nutritional value. It will ruin both your physique/figure and your skin
(just to name a few). In our vanity-driven society where the word selfie has gained entrance into our dictionaries, you’d think we, as a society would be cutting back on sugar. Sugar is highly addictive, affecting the brain like heroin, plus it does nothing to contribute to satiety so overeating is inevitable. Your skin represents your internal health, and the effects of sugar on both can be horrifying. According to Dr. Jennifer Haley, a board certified dermatologist with a degree in Nutrition Science from Cornell University, “When excess sugar circulates in the bloodstream, it attaches to proteins in a process called glycation, producing advanced glycation end products (AGEs). This causes protein fibers to become stiff and malformed. These are the same fibers and proteins that produce a youthful, radiant and supple complexion. No amount of topical creams will improve your skin externally. Your youthfulness and radiance come from the inside out.” The bottom line is,
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carbohydrates are not the enemy. Sugars in many processed carbohydrates are. You should avoid processed foods that quickly convert to sugar, and avoid the hidden sugars in food, such as barley malt, dextrose, corn syrup, fruit juice concentrate, maltose and, especially, high-fructose corn syrups. Seek out the energy you need from colorful vegetables and fruits, nuts and green tea – real food. If a flavor boost is required, try a spice like cinnamon, cloves, oregano, allspice, ginger and garlic. These spices may even help inhibit the formation of AGEs. Also, exercise regularly. Regular and consistent exercise uses up excess sugar in the bloodstream as fuel, making it unavailable to produce AGEs. To err is human…so a slip up here and there is NOT what this article is about. It is about making a more educated decision for your health, for your children’s health and ultimately, for the longevity of life.
Thursday, Feb. 11 Girls JV Basketball @ Franklinville, 6 p.m. Girls Varsity Basketball @ Franklinville, 7:30 p.m.
ECS will be closed for winter break Feb. 15-19
2016 Community Foundation Scholarship Application Process Now Open The 2016 application process for scholarships managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is now open for area high school students. The scholarship application portal is available on the CRCF Scholarships page at http://cattfoundation.org/ scholarships/. Applicants fill out one common form to be considered for awards offered from more than 40 scholarship funds. Students also will submit required documents such as transcripts and reference letters through the online portal. Last year, the Foundation board of directors awarded
more than $120,000 in scholarship aid from the funds it manages to more than 60 students, according to Karen Niemic Buchheit, CRCF Executive Director. More information on CRCF scholarships and a tutorial about the application process is available on the Foundation’s website. For specific questions students may contact the Foundation at (716) 372-4433 or foundation@cattfoundation. org. Submissions are due April 1. Anyone interested in establishing a new scholarship should contact Ms. Buchheit at karen@cattfoundation.org or
call (716) 372-4433. Established in 1994, the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is growing good by connecting donors to the causes they care about most in the region. Grants from the foundation support many areas, including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service, and youth development. To learn more, call (716)3724433, email foundation@ cattfoundation.org, or visit online at www.cattfoundation. org. CRCF is also on Facebook (facebook.com/ cattfoundation) and Twitter (@ CattFoundation).
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Alpine Advice from the Pro
Look at the Spaces‌ Not the Trees!
By Ron Kubicki PSIA/AASI Certified Level III Alpine/Children’s Specialist II
Do not ski in the trees alone! There are a number of places at our resorts where you can be in an isolated, unpatrolled area. Anything can happen, and if you are alone and need help, well‌. If you are thinking about adventuring into the trees, here are some points to consider. First, pick your terrain and conditions carefully. There are very mild tree-terrain areas and much more challenging terrain. Make a sensible decision! Ski where you are comfortable. In order to ski trees effectively, you need to be versatile, adaptable and able to make good decisions. You will need to be able to make quick short turns, hop turns, kick turns, edge checks and a myriad of other tactics. The trees will dictate where and how often you turn. There are a number of things you can do to prepare yourself for your ďŹ rst tree run.
Practice and get comfortable with: NOT LOOKING AT THE TREES! Look at the spaces between them! Making quick, wellbalanced short turns on steeper terrain. Making hop turns – some with a skid to an edge check, others from hard edge check to hard edge check – no skid. Making well-controlled stem turns on steep terrain. Go in the bumps and ski the troughs with speed control. Trees are irregularly spaced and hide a myriad of hazards. You may encounter ice, dirt, rocks, roots or fallen limbs. If there is a powder cover, you may not see these hazards and may need to react by feel and sound – not just by what you can see. You should be able to release and engage your edges at any point in your turns to control speed or redirect your skis. You should be able to hop in balance to avoid “bad things.â€? You should be able to “step/stemâ€? over a hazard. And, you should always keep your head up and look at the spaces between the trees. That is where you want to go. If you look at the trees – you’ll meet a tree up close and personal. We call that making a “bark-eater turn.â€? Gather a few of your friends interested in skiing trees, ďŹ nd an out-of-the-way place and set up some of your poles to simulate a tree run. Then
practice skiing between these “pole trees.â€? Ski this course without your poles. This will improve your balance and foot speed as you will ďŹ nd you are much more conscious of keeping a very active, upright and athletic stance. When you do venture into the trees, take the pole straps off your wrists. If you were to catch your pole basket or pole on a root, limb or space between trees you can be pulled off balance or injured. Once you are comfortable with these skills, pick your day; grab a partner, undo your pole straps and head into the trees. Take your time and stop if you need to, but be careful. Someone skiing behind you may not see you. Do not ski next to your partner, as you do not know what line they may be forced into by the trees or terrain. Like all parts of skiing, you make the decisions that affect your day. Trees are fun, but you need to be very serious about skiing them. As always, one of our area PSIA-E professionally trained instructors can give you more speciďŹ c and personal feedback, so consider taking a group or private coaching session. As always, I hope to catch you on the slopes. Keep smiling ‌ turn left, turn right‌ repeat!
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Counting down the days ‘til you can hit the slopes? Well, this is EVL after all, and of course you have your pick of the best shops around. Each offers its own style and personality, but all offer knowledgeable staff who can help you ďŹ nd just what you need to get ready for the upcoming winter season. Adventure Bound onthey, at 16 Washington St., offers Stand Up Paddleboards, kayaks, ďŹ shing tackle, luggage, cool gadgets and other adventure gear. The Boardroom on Main, at 16 Washington St. and
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The Boardroom, at 6113 Rt. 219, offer all things snowboarding—goggles, helmets, gadgets and more. City Garage, at 5 Monroe St., is a fun ski shop with a wide selection of hard goods, soft goods, cool gear and accessories. Dekdebruns Ski Shop, at 18 Washington St., offers the latest and greatest fashions in clothing and equipment. The Holiday Valley Mountain Shops, located in the lodges, have critical ski/ snowboard accessories and clothing items, and also a
great selection of outerwear, goggles, helmets, gloves/mitts etc. and Holiday Valley logo items. Mud Sweat N’ Gears, at 18 Monroe St., is a down to earth ski and snowboard shop with loads of outdoor equipment, gear, high-tech clothing and a large children’s section on two oors. Slopeside Ski Shop, located at HoliMont, offers a large selection of gloves, hats, goggles, turtlenecks and helmets, as well as a great line of HoliMont apparel.
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Craving some specialty foods, local wine and fun spirits? EVL’s got you covered! Dom’s Butcher Block, at 38 Washington St., is an oldschool butcher shop that offers the ďŹ nest cuts of meats for any occasion. E-Ville Spirits & Wines, at 10 Monroe St., features a vast selection of spirits and wines from all over the world. EVL Cheese Company, at 5 East Washington St., offers
hundreds of gourmet cheeses, Cuba Cheese Shoppe New York State cheddar, cheese curd and gourmet gifts. Kwik Fill/Red Apple, at 49 Washington St., offers a variety of snacks, groceries and brews in a refrigerated beer cave for on-the-go convenience. Tops Market is a fullservice grocery store with a bakery, deli, gourmet cheeses and a wide selection of beer.
Watson’s Chocolates, at 27 Washington St., makes you feel like a kid again with endless chocolate-covered goodies, sponge candy and more. The Winery of Ellicottville, at 14 Monroe St., is an awardwinning NY winery with more than 20 wines offered every day for tasting and for sale, as well as fun wine-themed gifts. The Winery offers tours as well.
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Ellicottville Area Boutiques & Spas Whether you’re looking for a unique gift, high fashion or functional art, you’ll find it all at EVL’s boutiques and shops. With loads of unique clothing, accessories, footwear, home décor, furniture and everything in between, it’s not hard to see why shopping local is the way to go. Aardvark, at 25 Washington St., offers unique custom-built furniture and eclectic home decorating services. Alexandra, at 10 Washington St., boasts a collection of jewelry, gifts, and more. Ameri-Can, at 11 Washington St., specializes in U.S. and Canadian-made clothing, antiques and artwork. Ava Grace Fashions, at 10 Monroe St., features Flurry & Co fashions and handpicked items that are eco-friendly, made in the US or have a local connection. Betsy’s Consignments, at 34 Washington St., offers highend consignments for men, women and children. Caméléon, at 31 Washingon St., features jewelry and other accessories from brands like Alex and Ani and Vera Bradley. Daff Dry Goods, at 17 Washington St., offers stylish clothing and footwear from top brands.
Earth Arts, at 24 Washington St., features functional and decorative works by artists near and far. Ellicottville Country Store and Antiques, at 5364 Route 242, looks like an old fashioned merchantile, offering quality antiques with multiple dealers and gift items. Adjoining the shop is a diner serving hot breakfast and lunch. The Ellicottville Quilt Shop, at 19 Jefferson St., boasts a selection of fabrics, as well as books, patterns, notions and supplies. Ellicottville Oasis Spa, at 23 Jefferson St., offers a full array of massage, nail services and facials. Ellicottville Salt Cave Halotherapy Spa, at 32 W. Washington St., offers Himalayan salt inhalation therapy treatments and massages for relaxation and relief from respiratory ailments. EVL Ink and Apparel, at 5 East Washington St., offers unique clothing and accessories. Fran Charles Shop, at 5 East Washington St., features a selection of women’s clothing, accessories and jewelry. Gado-Gado, at 26 Monroe St., features unique clothing
and accessories from around the world. You’ll find something different to set your style apart from the rest. Gallery 14731, at 5 East Washington St., offers a variety of fine artwork, gifts and design consultation. Kazoo II, at 18 Washington St., offers gifts, home accessories, jewelry and toys. Mager Mountain Alpacas /So Soft Gift Shop, at 69 Mountain View Drive, in Little Valley, offers a variety of alpaca gifts, from socks to scarves and teddy bears. Nature’s Remedy, at 26 Monroe St., is a natural health and organic foods market that offers high quality whole foods and supplements. Sugartown Farms Alpacas, at 6277 Sugartown Rd., offers high quality alpaca items, such as sweaters, yarn and hats. The Purple Doorknob, at 9 Monroe St., is a fun sock shop featuring three floors of all kinds of socks, tights, leggings, gloves and accessories. Tangled Twigs, at 1 Monroe St., features home and garden décor, fun accessories and nature-inspired gifts. A Touch of Ellicottville, at 28 Washington St., offers gifts and EVL souvenirs.
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Ellicottville Area Restaurants You’re sure to work up an appetite during a day of fun in Ellicottville, and luckily, the eatery options are plenty. Whether you’re craving casual bar food or upscale cuisine, the local restaurants offer up everything from soups and salads to steaks and seafood. Balloons Restaurant, at 20 Monroe St., features pizza, sandwiches, burgers, soups and salads. Check out their live music lineup every Friday and Saturday. Bike and Bean, at 30 Washington St., specializes in all kinds of healthy burritos as well as fruit smoothies for takeout. The Birdwalk Restaurant, located a short drive from the village at 5816 Route 242, is a charming restaurant serving dinner entrees including seafood, pasta, and steaks. Cadillac Jack’s, at 24 Monroe St. offers upscale gourmet meals and a sizeable beer and wine list. Coffee Culture, at 38 Washington St., caters to coffee shop lovers with tasty food, great ambiance and an outdoor firepit. Dina’s, at 15 Washington St., offers well crafted meals prepared with local, fresh ingredients whenever possible — pizzas, salads, pasta, entrees, desserts, fine wines.
Ellicottville Brewing Company (EBC), at 28 Monroe St., with its outdoor beer garden, offers more than two dozen styles of brew, plus a variety of soups, apps, salads, sandwiches and entrees. The Ellicottville Depot, at 6094 Rt. 219 S, is a great place to stop in for a beer and a bite and some great tunes. The Gin Mill, at 20 Washington St., features a variety of burgers, sandwiches, dinner entrees and appetizers. Now serves breakfast! Enjoy live music most nights of the week! John Harvard’s Brewery and Ale House at Holiday Valley offers numerous beers on tap. Can’t decide? Try a flight and choose a variety to find your favorite. Also offers an extensive seasonal menu with a variety of tasty fare all year long. Katy’s Café, at 10A Washington St. in Ellicottville, offers a variety of homemade baked goods and coffees. Katy’s Fly-In, cousin to Katy’s Café in Ellicottville, is located at 4836 Rt. 219 in Great Valley and serves delicious burgers, sandwiches, soups, pizza and more in a diner-style setting. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Madigan’s, at 36 Washington St., offers
appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and more. The Silver Fox Steakhouse, at 23 Hughey Alley, serves certified Angus steaks, chops and seafood and features an extensive wine list. Slopeside BBQ, at 6089 Route 219, opens for the season in December, and offers homestyle barbecue, slow smoked over seasoned woodchips. Subway, at 38 E. Washington St., offers all of your favorite build-your-own subs and salads. Tim & Bonnie’s Pizza, at 8 Bristol Lane, features a variety of pizza, wings, subs and more. Local delivery is available. Stop in for a round of bowling at the attached EVL Bowling. Tim Hortons, at Rts. 219 and 242, offers a selection of baked goods, coffee and more. Tips Up Café, an Ellicottville staple at 32 Washington St., features pizza, a Italian entrees, burgers, seafood and steaks in their remodeled dining room and Sky Lounge. Wholesome Hideaway, at 33 Bristol Lane, offers clean eating, using fresh, local and organic ingredients for convenient, carry-out service and catering. Villaggio, at 7 Monroe St., offers a variety of Italian cuisine in a newly-renovated space.
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Mountains stars! Looking for a different kind of outdoor nighttime winter fun? Check out Holiday Valley’s tubing park, located on Route 242, for 20 lanes of tubing fun where all the thrills and none of the hard work (you get a ride up the hill!) can be yours. The tubing park is open Thursday-Saturday until 9 p.m. and Sundays until 6 p.m. Take advantage of the free shuttle from Holiday Valley’s Resort Services Center. Holiday Valley, ranked No. 3 in the East in aprés/nightlife by Ski Magazine, offers many options to wind down once the chairlifts stop spinning. Grab a bite and a beer at John Harvard’s Brew House, located in the Tamarack Club, or head to one of the lodges and relax by a fireplace or outdoor fire pit. You can also warm up poolside in the heated indoor/outdoor pools at the Inn at Holiday Valley or Tamarack Club. And on Saturdays through Pond Skimming weekend (April 2), you can listen to live music or DJ-spun tunes at Yodeler Lodge or the T-Bar. For even more aprés ski fun, head to the Village of Ellicottville, where loads of dining and nightlife action awaits.
Take your pick from burgers, Italian, steaks, BBQ, and everything in between from the fine dining establishments lining the Village streets. There’s live music at the Gin Mill every Friday, Saturday, Wednesday and Thursday, as well as some Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays yearround. And Balloons features live music every Friday and Saturday, followed by a DJ spinning all your faves on two fun-filled dance floors.
Check out the entertainment listing on page 3 of the Ellicottville Times every week to make sure you catch your faves. The hustle and bustle of EVL only picks up after the sun goes down. Whether it’s flying down the mountain, chillin’ by an outdoor firepit, indulging in comfort food with the family or dancing the night away with your friends, EVL after dark has got you covered!
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Retail shops including Watson’s Chocolates, Daff’s Dry Goods, Dekdebruns, Mud, Sweat & Gears, Ameri-Can, Cameleon, Aardvark, A Touch of Ellicottville, Tangled Twigs, Alexandra, Kazoo II, EVL Spirits and Wine, Nature’s Remedy and the Ellicottville Quilt Shop offer percentage or dollar amounts off your purchases for an entire year. Plus, you can select from some great deals at Jonny Barber, Rustix Hair Design, the Edge Hair Salon or Core Performance Fitness and Training, or choose BOGO deals at Sky High Mountain Coaster or the Climbing Forest at Holiday Valley. The card gives you the
opportunity to select any 12 of the listed deals. Cards can be purchased at Holiday Valley’s Mountain Sports Center, from any Holiday Valley Race team member (until Feb. 26) or online at www.swaggercard.com/ hvskiteam2016, where you’ll find a link that gives the credit to the team. To make your deal selections, click “build your card” and enter zip code “14731.” With your card, you get unlimited use of the discounts you choose for one full year (except where noted with an expiration date). The card quickly pays for itself and the money raised offsets race team fees, which fund coaches’ travel expenses and equipment such as racing gates, video equipment and timing devices. Don’t wait to order your Swagger Card today! Visit w w w. s w a g g e r c a r d . c o m / HVSkiTeam, or for more information, contact Mary Ellen Elizondo at (260) 4153046.
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Last Wednesday, Ellicottville Central School’s Alpine Race Team competed in a slalom race at Kissing Bridge in Glenwood, NY. Hayly Fredrickson carried her success from the previous weekend placing second overall, as sister Logan Fredrickson edged her out to take the gold! Orry Shattenberg placed third for the men’s team that day, followed by Jesse Booth in 4th place, Rex Paddock in 6th and Victory Reiman in 7th. Congrats to the men for taking four of the top ten finishes! HV/HM Racing Results On the Junior Race Circuit, HoliMont and Holiday Valley’s U21/U19/U16 athletes traveled to Bristol Mountain in Canandaigua, NY, for a Super G this past weekend. A Super G is an alpine skiing event combining elements of downhill and giant slalom. Results were as follows: HoliMont Women (U16): Zoe Knauss finished 2nd (4th overall), Andee Berberich came in 13th (21st overall),
Brogan Cairns was 27th (33rd overall) and Rachel Green finished 36th (45th overall). Holiday Valley Women (U21/U19): Katrina Surdyka (U19) finished 1st in her age group (6th overall) with Lauren Bachert (U19) placing 20th (52nd overall) Holiday Valley Women (U16): Devynn Martin placed 4th (8th overall), Candice Kasahara was 6th (10th), Anya Elizondo came in 8th (14th),
Taylor Hubert took 9th (15th), Paige Duffy was 11th (19th), Katherine Wojnowski placed 14th (24th), Phoebe Dunn was 21st (35th), McKenzie Galvin took 27th (44th) and Haley Barden placed 35th (59th). HoliMont Men (U16): Carson Foxcroft won the U16 division finishing 3rd overall. Gage Thibodeau was 3rd (5th overall), Andrew Mangan was 7th (23rd), Ethan Richards took 14th (33rd), Nicholas Scott placed 15th (34th), Carlo Muscarella was 24th (44th), William Peters came in 26th (46th) and Maxxon Solly finished 29th (50th). Holiday Valley Men (U19): John Carbaugh finished 3rd (6th overall), Nicholas Costanzo came in 12th (17th) and Eric Schafer was 23rd (59th). Holiday Valley Men (U16): Nathan Briselden placed 4th (13th overall), Max Carbaugh was 20th (39th), Joshua Allegra took 25th (45th), Sean Nolan was 28th (49th) and Jes Sauereisen took 35th (57th). Both teams had a great week/weekend of racing. Congratulations to the athletes for all of their hard work. Tune in next week for Super G results from the HVs strong U14 team!
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The Weekly Crossword President’s Day Book Sale – Our annual February Book Sale will start on Friday, Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. and will continue through mid-March. Donations of books and DVDs are being accepted up until the start of the sale. No textbooks or musty books please. Bring Your Child to the Library Day! February 6 is national Take Your Child to the Library Day. In honor of this event, we will have special activities and prizes the entire month of February! Stay tuned for more information in this newspaper or stop in the library for more details. Artwork at the Library – currently we have artwork in the gallery area that was created by Ellicottville Central School students. We have a variety of snowmen from Kindergarten, first and second grades. In addition, the Studio Art class drew/painted on vinyl record albums which were then heated in an oven and shaped into bowls. Come check out these interesting pieces of art. The Library extends a special “thank you” to art teacher Lillian Lechner for sharing her student’s creations. Naked Eye Objects in the Night Sky - Feb. 9, 2016 When you look up at the clear night sky, can you make any sense out of the beautiful randomness? Do you see anything you recognize beyond possibly the moon and the Big Dipper? If not, this class is for you. We’ll concentrate on night sky objects that are easily recognized with the greatest optical instruments known to man, your own two amazing eyes. We’ll view slides of these objects as well as a sky chart
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for each of the four seasons. This will make identifying our selected targets easier. This lecture will help you better enjoy time spent under a clear night sky. This class will be led by long time amateur astronomer Bert Probst and is structured for adults and young adults over the age of 16. There is no charge and attendance is limited to 15. Please register in advance by calling the library at 699-2842. Know Your Camera – Now that you have that swell new camera, will you really be able to use it to the fullest? Confused by all the menus, buttons and dials? Not sure how to get the photos out of the camera? Then this is the class for you. “Know Your Camera” is a two-night course designed to help you be the master of your camera, and not the other way around. The class is intended for those with DSLR style adjustable cameras, but those with point-and-shoots are welcome. We’ll cover the basics of photographic theory, camera controls and moving
your photos to a computer. This two-part class will be taught by instructor John Thomas and held on February 16 and 18 from 6-8 pm. The cost of $20 covers both sessions. Call the library to register. Felting Class – Come join instructor Cathy Lacy on Wednesday, Feb. 24 from 2-4 p.m. to learn how to felt. There will be time to make several winter/spring felting projects. Class size is limited and is available for adults and children over 12. This class is free. Call the library to register. Adult Coloring –Join Cathy Lacy for a relaxing, stressfree, creative break in your day! Every Tuesday from 2-3 p.m. Free program; all supplies provided. Bring out your inner child! Book Club – Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. The March 2 book is the National Big Read book “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Hurston. Contact Joyce Evans at 474-7679 for more information. New members are always welcomed to join this relaxed and informal group! Knitting (& Crochet) Club – The knitting club meets every Monday and alternates between evenings from 6-8 p.m. and afternoons from 2-4 p.m. All abilities welcome – just bring some yarn and your needles. Contact the library for specific dates and times. Story time is every Wednesday at 11 a.m. www.evml.org – Check out our website for more information on new arrivals of books, coming events and classes, and browse the system catalog for books, eBooks and movies.
‘The Forgotten Soldier’ by Brad Taylor For years, the extralegal counterterrorist unit known as the Taskforce has worked in the shadows, anticipating and preventing attacks around the globe. Created to deal with a terrorist threat that shuns the civilized rule of law, it abandoned the same, operating outside of the US Constitution. Though wildly successful, it was rooted in a fear that the cure could be worse than the disease. Now that fear has come home. A Special Forces soldier is killed on an operation in Afghanistan, and complicit in the attack is a government official of an allied nation. While the US administration wants to forget the casualty, one Taskforce member will not. When he sets out to avenge his brother’s death, his actions threaten to not only expose the Taskforce’s activities, but also destroy a web of alliances against a greater evil. Pike Logan understands the desire, but also the danger. Brought in to eliminate the risk, he’s now forced to choose between his friend and the administration he’s sworn to protect, while unbeknownst to either of them, the soldier’s death is only the beginning.... This book is currently available in book format only at the Ellicottville Memorial Library. It is also available as an audiobook and very soon as a large print book using our interlibrary loan program. Don’t forget, you can access more than 13,400 eBooks and eAudiobooks using your library card!
Letter to the Editor
Dear Ellicottville Times, Thank you so much for your generous donation that you made recently to the Ellicottville Memorial Library. What a great idea to contribute to various local charity groups in lieu of sending out Christmas cards. Your support and commitment to the library is greatly appreciated. Your contribution will enable to the Library to continue its strong tradition of excellence and service to the community. What a wonderful way to help the Ellicottville Library grow and fulfill our mission to promote life-long literacy, increase cultural and artistic awareness and to provide opportunities for education, personal growth and enrichment to all of those we serve. On behalf of the Library Board of Directors and myself, please accept our gratitude and appreciation for your donation. Sincerely, Laura Flanagan, Director Ellicottville Library
facebook.com/TheEllicottvilleTimes Fill Your Bowl with Super Snacks and Fun For many people, Super Bowl Sunday means gathering around the TV with friends, the excitement of the next touchdown, and a lot of food. Between the high-fat, calorieloaded snacks and spending most of the afternoon barely moving from your spot in front of the TV, it’s really easy to take in a lot more calories than you burn. If you can’t wait to watch the game, or even if you love the commercials more than football, there’s a better way to spend Super Bowl Sunday. Game day is a perfect time to have some fun. Make up some games, like doing jumping jacks or burpees every time someone scores or when there is a fumble. Create end zone dances and have everyone join in–just thinking about your best friends moves is enough to
get you laughing, and it would even be fun if you’re watching by yourself.. The point is – just get up and move a little. Of course, most people also look forward to the food during the big game. By making some easy swaps, you can serve up healthy and tasty game day bites Instead of Buffalo wings and greasy pepperoni pizza, try: * Make-your-own pizzas on whole wheat English muffins. Top with sliced veggies and low-fat cheese. * Cut up vegetables with dips like hummus, salsa, or a low-calorie dressing * An easy to make trail mix of dried fruit, unsalted nuts, and popcorn * Sliced, low-sodium deli turkey wrapped around an apple wedge Pay attention to how many
calories you’re drinking too: pop and other sugary drinks pack a ton of calories. Water is always your best bet for staying hydrated. If you want something with a little flavor or fizz, try: * Adding seltzer water to a ½ cup of 100% fruit juice instead of drinking soda. * Blend plain fat-free or low-fat yogurt with 100% fruit juice and frozen peaches for a tasty smoothie. Another way to make sure you don’t take in too many calories is to keep the snacks in another room. That way you have to get up to get something to eat and drink. Studies have shown that you’re likely to eat and drink more if the food and beverages are close to where you are sitting. Courtesy Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGON A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW AMENDING THE TOWN OF ELLICOTTVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to a resolution of the Town Board of the Town of Ellicottville adopted January 20, 2016 the said Town Board will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall in the Town of Ellicottville, NY, on the 17th day of February, 2016 at 6:00 pm to hear all interested persons for or against the adoption of a proposed Local Law amending the Town of Ellicottville Zoning Ordinance. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF ELLICOTTVILLE Robyn George, Town Clerk
Great Valley Senior Group Meeting Feb. 10 The Great Valley Senior Group (representing the towns of Great Valley, Salamanca, Ellicottville, Humphrey and Mansfield) will meet at the Great Valley Fire Hall
on Wednesday, Feb. 10. Please bring a dish to pass and your own place setting. The luncheon will be served at 1 p.m. Come early to visit with your friends. Call Yvonne
Darts at 945-3279 for more information. Please remember to bring your donation of nonperishable food to be delivered to the Salvation Army.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR A Calendar of Events for Ellicottville and Surrounding Communities February 5-6 AMSOIL Championship Snocross Seneca Allegany Casino February 5 Men’s Day HoliMont February 6 Snowflake Festival Audubon Nature Center, Jamestown February 8 Sunset Snowshoe Hike at Allegany State Park Meet at the Summit Warming Hut at 4:30 p.m. Call 716-354-9101 ext 236 for more information. February 9 Astronomy Class at Ellicottville Library Naked Eye Objects in the Night Sky. Ages 16 and up. Free. Registration required, 716-699-2842. February 11-12 Lisa Densmore’s Your Turn Women’s Ski Clinic Holiday Valley February 13 Spaghetti Dinner and Valentine’s Bake Sale 4:30-7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ellicottville February 13 Furr-Tastic Pet Adoption Event 10 a.m-5 p.m., Erie County Fire Training Academy, 3359 Broadway, Buffalo
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February 15 Sunset Snowshoe Hike at Allegany State Park Meet at the Summit Warming Hut at 4:30 p.m. Call 716-354-9101 ext 236 for more information.
March 1 Astronomy Class at Ellicottville Library Meteors, Meteoriates, Craters and Comets. Ages 16 and up. Free. Registration required, 716-699-2842.
February 18 SkiScape To benefit Kids Escaping Drugs HoliMont
March 3 Ski Day for United Way HoliMont
February 20 Demo Day Holiday Valley
March 5 Phoenix Rise to the Challenge Race Adaptive races at HoliMont
February 20 Penguin Paddle To benefit Lounsbury Adaptive Program Holiday Valley February 20-21 2016 Sportsman’s Show at Seneca Allegany Events Center Seneca Allegany Casino February 23 Astronomy Class at Ellicottville Library Our Instruments for Viewing the Night Sky. Ages 16 and up. Free. Registration required, 716-699-2842. February 26 Ladies’ Day HoliMont
March 5 Spaghetti Dinner 4:30-7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ellicottville March 5-6 Scout Ski Days Holiday Valley March 11-13 Mardi Gras and Winter Carnival Village of Ellicottville and Holiday Valley April 2 Pond Skimming Holiday Valley If you have an event for our community calendar, email alicia@ellicottvilletimes.com or call (716) 699-4062.
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The requirement of the school project includes four to six hours of community service. When Ava read me the sheet she got at school, I said, “Oh, 46 hours? Shouldn’t be a problem.” She said, “No. Four TO six hours.” “Oh,” I replied. “Well, that definitely shouldn’t be a problem!” While some may find it challenging to engage kids in some kind of communityservice based activity for four to six hours over the course of nine months, we embraced the opportunity. In addition to fostering animals (we have successfully fostered seven puppies and “unsuccessfully” fostered a 3-year-old lab mix, Tucker, who is now officially an adopted Dziak) since October, we have spent time working with the organization in other ways. Ava and I have attended two adoption events, where people come to check out all the adoptable animals. They can fill out an application right then and there, and some
even get to leave with their new pet that day. We’ve also spent some time transporting animals to appointments, and Ava had a party before the holidays and asked her friends to being donations of dog and cat food that she could pass on to EARS. At this point, with several months left in the project, Ava has met the four to six hour requirement, and even the 46 hour not-really-a-requirement, all without complaining. Why? Community service isn’t work when it involves something you love to do. For Ava, that “something” is anything having to do with animals. Sure, there have been days when she would have rather played outside than taken the hour-long ride to Salamanca, or played a video game rather than clean up the puppy’s mess on the carpet, but overall, the experience has brought us all closer together as a family and has given my 12-year-old an experience that goes well beyond the grade she’ll get at
the end of the year. I’m not a perfect parent, and I do not have perfect children, but when it comes to school projects, we’ve always been that “above and beyond” family, and we’ve successfully been able to find ways to make projects double as family bonding time throughout the years. Showing your kids how fun community service can be—and making it something you can all do together for the betterment of something that’s bigger than you—is a great way to demonstrate that helping others can be fun and makes you feel good, too! Why stop at the bare minimum when you can excel? Ava and I shared our first diary entry in the Ellicottville Times in December, and will continue to chronicle our fostering experience through June. We’d love to hear about your community service experiences or other ways to get kids involved. Email me at alicia@ellicottvilletimes.com or send me a message through our Facebook page at The Ellicottville Times.
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While competing on a national or international level might not be everyone’s goal, all athletes got a start somewhere, and both Holiday Valley and HoliMont are two great places for adaptive skiers to learn the joys and challenge of snowsports with a focus on ability – not disability. Holiday Valley’s Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program The Lounsbury Adaptive Program was named for Bill Lounsbury, a member of Holiday Valley’s Ski Patrol who lost a leg to cancer in the 1980’s. Undaunted and determined to remain active in the sport he loved, Bill taught himself to ski on one leg. Bill eventually lost his battle with cancer, but his courage and love of skiing was an inspiration to everyone who knew him. In September 1988 a group of dedicated Holiday Valley Ski Patrollers, with the cooperation and support of the resort, founded The Bill Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program to honor his memory. The first pieces of adaptive equipment for the program were purchased using donations that were sent to the Holiday Valley Ski Patrol in Bill’s memory shortly after his death. In that first year, instructors taught 32 adaptive lessons. Today, 45 volunteer instructors teach 225-250 lessons per year. Each student is instructed individually with full emphasis on his/her ability, rather than disability. All instructors are specially trained in adaptive ski teaching methods and more than half are certified by the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA). (For the first time this year, both HoliMont and Holiday Valley instructors recently participated in combined training through a PSIA prep clinic.) Rates are $50 for one lesson, $150 for a book of four lessons. The lesson includes a lift ticket, two hours of private instruction and equipment use. Mary Ellen Racich, LASP Director, noted that scholarships are also available for those who may need financial aid in order to participate in the program. Reservations are required for all lessons, offered seven days a week. The program runs through mid-March. For more info, or to make a reservation, call (716) 699-3504 or email laspski@hotmail.com. The major fundraiser for LASP is the Annual Penguin
My name is Ava Dziak and I am a seventh grade student at Springville Griffith Middle School. I am doing a project called “Kids Can Make a Difference” in English and social studies. The purpose of this project is to help make a difference in the world through community service or volunteer work. Here is a little bit about the dogs I have fostered since December: Hercules -- He was six months old and weighed 15 pounds. His mom was an eight pound chihuahua and his dad was a 40-pound mixed breed — an interesting mix! He was rescued from a house with too many dogs. Hercules loved to give kisses and cuddle with me. He didn’t seem to like most men, including my dad. Whenever my dad tried to pick him up, he would run behind me, and he wouldn’t let my dad put a leash on him to go outside. We were actually a little worried that a family who came to meet him wouldn’t want him because all he did was growl at the man and his son while they visited. But they did like him! We only had him for about four days and that family (a friend of a friend) adopted him on Christmas Eve. My dad handed Hercules over to the adopters because if I handed him over then he wouldn’t want to go with them. Daisy -- She was an eight week old beagle
mix puppy. Her fur was black and white splotched together and very soft. The first night we had her, she would not go to sleep and wouldn’t stop howling. The next few nights, she was fine and slept through the night. She loved to play with our dogs and her brother, Buddy, who we were also fostering. She was very energetic and loved to chew on ropes and play tug-o-war. She came from Kentucky and we only had her for three days. She was adopted by a family from Fredonia who came to pick her up in a snow storm. Buddy - He was an eight week old beagle mix puppy. He looked just like a beagle and his fur was very soft. He was very calm and mellow. He loved to play with his sister, Daisy, and tried to play with our dogs. When we first got him, he would whimper when he couldn’t get off the couch and wait for someone to pick him up. He also came from Kentucky with his other siblings including Daisy. He slept through the night. After Daisy got adopted, Buddy became more crazy and hyper. He began to come to his name and would scratch the door when he needed to go outside. He also learned how to sit and was mostly crate trained. He was very cuddly and you could even pick him up during his nap and he would still be sleeping in your arms. We had him for about three weeks. He was adopted by a family who lives near Olean.
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Paddle, which will be held this year on Saturday, Feb. 20. This fun-filled day features live and silent auctions, raffles, a lunch tent and of course the penguin slide, where people don a garbage bag and slide on their bellies “penguin style” down the bottom of Yodeler slope. According to Racich, this year’s Penguin Paddle event will feature 75 auction items, as well as some new elements that are still in the works. Money raised from this event goes toward equipment, instructor training, the scholarship program and an annual Veterans ski day, this year held on March 4, when disabled veterans from all over can come and learn to ski. For more info, visit www. lounsburyadaptive.org. HoliMont’s Phoenix Adaptive Ski Program HoliMont’s Phoenix Adaptive Program began in 1996 when former program director Chuck Richardson was asked to work with a special needs student. Since then, the program has grown to include 1218 regular students, plus several drop-in students. This season, Richardson has stepped into the position of athlete coordinator, with his former role as Phoenix program director being filled by David Berghash. At HoliMont, each student typically has at least one lead instructor and one volunteer with them at all times. In some instances there will be multiple instructors and volunteers. The director typically assigns the instructors and volunteers based on the needs of each
particular student. Berghash emphasized the in-depth training Phoenix instructors receive, as well as instructor-student consistency as differentiators in HoliMont’s adaptive program. One of the Phoenix season highlights is the annual Phoenix Rise to the Challenge race, this year being held on March 5. What started as a club race has grown into an international event, with enthusiastic participants traveling from Canada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and beyond to meet on the slopes of HoliMont for a day of competition, bonding and fun. Races are open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to come and cheer for these determined adaptive competitors. For more information, call 716-699-8159 or visit holimont.com. Area adaptive programs share one common goal: to get everyone who wants to ski out on those slopes! If you or someone you know would like to participate, EVL’s programs are second to none. By focusing on abilities rather than disabilities, those who may have thought skiing was out of reach can head to EVL and get the most out of winter. And if you aren’t an adaptive skier, you can support the programs by cheering on the racers or contributing to the fundraising efforts—great fun for a great cause!
• I can handle two foster puppies at a time. • Some dogs don’t like certain types of people because of their background. • Beagle puppies seem to chew on a lot more than other puppies. I did some research on this and it was definitely true in our house!
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1. Like the EARS Facebook page and check out their wish list. 2. Email empirerescue@gmail.com if you can foster an animal or would like to volunteer in other ways. 3. Consider adopting a furry friend! Visit empire.petfinder.com to see all the animals they have up for adoption.
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WNY FURTASTIC PETADOPT-A-THON: Saturday, February 13, 2016 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Erie County Fire Training Academy, 3359 Broadway, Buffalo NY 14227 The Erie County Departments of Health and Emergency Services, in conjunction with partners in local animal rescue, pet fostering networks, animal shelters, and Western New York’s pet loving community are joining forces to help dogs and cats get adopted into loving homes with the WNY Furtastic Pet Adopt-A-Thon on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.The collaborative event, which seeks to adopt out a substantial number of animals in one day, will also feature behavioral experts, groomers, trainers, K-9 Unit demonstrations, food trucks, and family fun.
The Adopt-a-Thon, to be held at the Erie County Fire Training Academy at 3359 Broadway in Buffalo, brings together twenty pet rescue and foster networks under one roof to spotlight the adoptable animals currently in their care and eligible for adoption. Every pet adopted will receive a free microchip and registration courtesy of the Erie County Department of Health, along with goodie bags and food from TLC Pet Food. In addition, each adopted animal will receive a Pet First Aid tube and all attendees are eligible to enter a raffle to win a Pet Emergency Kit.
“This event is a great opportunity for potential adopters to find a new best friend on Valentine’s Day, and we are making it easy to meet that special pet at this one-stop shopping experience,” said Erie County Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein. “This year, millions of pets will wind up in shelters across North America, and many of them will be euthanized due to overpopulation. With the Adopt-a-Thon we are helping to break that cycle, save lives and provide loving homes for these animals.”
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and having a ball. Grosstal, German for “big valley,” boasted an 813-foot vertical drop with a particularly challenging headwall, 11 interesting runs, one chairlift, two T-bars, a rope tow, night skiing and snowmaking. Chalet facilities included a lounge, restrooms, ski rental and a ski patrol room. Mathias Hefti, a Swiss and later American professional ski racer, played a big role in developing the Grosstal Ski School. Experienced ski pros, like Hans Auer of Austria, taught at the resort’s highly regarded ski school. After a tragic accident at Grosstal in 1968, when a young boy died as a result of a chairlift going backward, the ski area closed briefly only to be revived as Ski Wing, under the new ownership of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stein. Ski Wing’s annual Winter Carnival included many fun activities, including a canoe race down the slopes, oftentimes resulting in a twopiece canoe. One of these split canoes was used as a vehicle to maneuver down the metal stairs inside the lodge one night after a particularly jovial party, resulting in the canoe’s abrupt stop as it hit and punctured went through the wall of the manager’s office. Those were the days! The Wing Ski Club, a separate entity and private ski club with its own building, was located adjacent to Grosstal. The popular social venue was known for its family oriented atmosphere, youth ski racing team, wonderful après ski parties, affordable dues and other shenanigans. The club held an annual ski swap to fund their highly respected racing program, which would take young racers to ski areas all
around New York State, with Leo Nenno and Johnny Kohler as some of their coaches. Ski Wing (and later Wing Hollow), hosted the annual Wing Cup, a dual slalom downhill race, which drew more than 150 racers from around the region, as well as Ohio and Pennsylvania. The Wing Ski Club organized the race, started with the impetus of Grey Fitzpatrick and others club members, as well as the Times Herald, which made it possible by sponsoring the event. Francie Potter of Allegany served on and off as a secretary of the Wing Ski Club and helped score races with Ann Wormer of Portville. “Everyone in the ski club helped in one way or another when we had race weekends,” said Potter. She also fondly remembers dropping off big pots of soup and sandwiches to the ski club for her kids, who spent virtually every day after school
and weekends in winter at the ski area located just down the street from their home. In 1975, the Steins divorced and the ski resort’s name changed to Wing Hollow with Henry Stein as its owner. Winters were celebrated exuberantly and the fun continued at until Feb. 6, 1978, when one of Cattaraugus County’s most infamous murders at Wing Hollow dominated the headlines. The unsolved killing of two nighttime ski slope groomers, Stephen Bender and Michael Forness, still hangs in the air. Both were shot in the back of the head, execution style, inside Ski Wing’s lodge. Police theorized that the two employees, who came into the lodge after one of the grooming vehicles broke down, surprised burglars attempting to break into a safe. The killers made off with approximately $18,000 and the safe was found in the Allegheny River about a month later.
Fantastic skiing continued for many more years until, what some would say was a lack of effort, Ski Wing closed in the early 1980s. A few other regional ski areas and individuals made bids to purchase it but were unable to come to an agreement with Stein, who eventually sold the 600-plus acres to John and Audra Walsh in 2007. If you look closely, you can still see a muddled outline of the overgrown slopes on the west side of the valley as you head down the Five Mile Road valley. “It is important to preserve these areas now. Most are rapidly disappearing into the landscape, becoming part of the forest again,” said Jeremy Davis, author and founder of www.nelsap.org, dedicated to preserving the history of defunct ski areas throughout the Northeast. If you have any information or memories to add to this article, please email eva@ ellicottvilletimes.com.
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should consider having your wedding in Ellicottville. With the mountains and natural surroundings, two resorts that make special events and weddings a top priority, smaller venues for more intimate affairs, and all the other services you need just a phone call away, you get everything on your list all the way up to the honeymoon. Ellicottville has no shortage of activities to keep your guests entertained all weekend long, meaning you can focus your attention on the wedding. In fact, there’s so much to do, you might want to suggest they extend their trip for a few days before or after the nuptials take place. At Holiday Valley, which is a year-round resort, there are plenty of lodging options on the mountain and throughout Ellicottville, and there’s plenty to do within walking distance, making logistics so easy. If your friends and family love golďŹ ng, they’ll be wowed by Holiday Valley’s 18-hole, par 70 “Double Black Diamondâ€? golf course. It’s challenging and well maintained, and boasts beautiful scenery along the way. If your guests are adventureseekers, Holiday Valley’s Sky High Adventure Park is ďŹ lled to the brim with fun stuff to keep them busy. Kids and adults can climb trees (while safely harnessed to them) in the Climbing Forest, navigate the Aerial Park’s treetop courses and ziplines, or y down the
mountain on the Sky Flyer Mountain Coaster. If you’re having a summer wedding, your guests can cool off and have a blast in the pools located next to the Tamarack Club at Holiday Valley. The three-pool complex features a toddler pool, a lap pool and an activity pool with a slide and diving board. There are also a variety of fun outdoor games like corn hole, ping pong and giant-sized Jenga, providing hours of fun for kids of all ages. Or, take a hike up to Holiday Valley’s Spruce Lake, where you can relax at the beach, or kayak or canoe on the 14 acre lake. It’s a great spot for a picnic, too. If your guests are looking for a great workout, direct them to the numerous hiking and biking trails all around Ellicottville. Holiday Valley’s mountain biking and hiking network consists of challenging uphill and downhill trails, logging roads and singletrack trails. Plus, they connect to McCarty Hill State Forest for even more miles of fun. In the village of Ellicottville, your guests will ďŹ nd another one-of-a-kind destination: the Nannen Arboretum. Located at 28 Parkside Drive in Ellicottville, guests can take a leisurely stroll along the paths and experience nature at its best. It’s also a perfect setting for wedding photos. Sometimes, wedding guests are eager for some serious R&R surrounding the big day. Holiday Valley and Ellicottville
have several ďŹ ne spas where guests can get anything from a facial to a pedicure to a massage or a halotherapy session. Most offer weddingparty specials. Shopaholics will love exploring the numerous antique shops around Ellicottville, as well as the specialty shops and boutiques in the village. From unique fashions, to delectable ďŹ ne foods, the stores are bustling with great deals on unique items all year round. Beer lovers can enjoy a brewery tour at Ellicottville Brewing Company, and wine aďŹ cionados can head to The Winery of Ellicottville for a tour and tasting. If your guests want to hit the party scene, there’s no shortage of nightclubs that offer live music, dancing and outdoor spaces to enjoy in the warmer months. It’s hard not to have the perfect wedding in Ellicottville. With a little planning, yours will be the wedding that your guests will be talking about for years to come! Editor’s Note: This issue of the Ellicottville Times kicks off our special wedding and engagements section, which will run for several weeks. Be sure to pick up the paper, read us online (www. ellicottvilletimes.com) and like The Ellicottville Times on Facebook for a series of articles on ways to make your special day truly unforgettable.
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Armor Inn EVL Closes Its Doors By Alicia Dziak
Late last week, the Armor Inn in Ellicottville announced that it was closing its doors for good. The Ellicottville location of the Armor Inn, located behind the Kwik Fill in the heart of the Village, opened in December 2014. It was open daily, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offered live music many nights, which added to the EVL night life scene. “When I first looked at the property, I was enthused and hopeful that it would Continued on back gatefold
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have a good chance of success,” said owner JC Seneca. “But unfortunately, many factors played into my decision to close.” One factor, he said, was the lack of snow and lack of people in town during the last two winters, which quickly became a challenge. “The winters weren’t what we had hoped for,” Seneca noted. “And in the off season we tried to build up our local clientele during Bike Days in partnership with the Wingate, which was unfortunately met with opposition.” When fall hit, the Armor Inn went to an abbreviated schedule, reopening in full swing only for Fall Festival weekend. “It’s sad for me to close,” Seneca said. “I really had high hopes and a lot of ideas. We made an effort to become a part of the community and to fit in.” Seneca says that, despite the challenges, “All in all, it was a great experience for all of us. I can’t thank the employees enough, who worked hard to produce a good product, and I’d like to thank everyone who came in there, as well as the local businesses that supported us.” While the EVL location is now closed, luckily, there is another location that’s not too far away. Head to the Armor Inn Hamburg, at 5381 Abbott Road, for all your favorite brews, wings, BBQ, and live bands. For more info, visit www.armorinn. com. “Life goes on,” Seneca said. “Ellicottville is a great place to be and great place to do business and I wish everyone there the best of luck.”
Snocross Racing Hits Seneca Allegany Casino This Weekend
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The excitement is ramping up! Catch the U.S. Air Force SnoCross live at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino. More than 200 of the top snowmobile riders from around the world compete in this high-flying, fullthrottle event that’s perfect for the whole family! • Races held both day and night in front of thousands of fans • Festive atmosphere with food, beverages and vendors Amateur racing starts at 9 a.m. Pro racing starts at 6 p.m. For more info, visit senecaalleganycasino. com/entertainment.
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