Selkirk Powder celebrates 21st birthday with land expansion
Selkirk Powder Co. recently expanded its "mountain playground" by 6,500 acres.
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SANDPOINT — Selkirk Powder Co. recently announced a large expansion of its “mountain playground” in celebration of the company’s 21st birthday.
The locally-owned company provides Bonner County with 78 cat ski runs, guided backcountry snowmobile tours and is a member of the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education, offering comprehensive avalanche education for over two decades.
“Selkirk Powder has been granted a permit for an additional 6,250 acres by the Idaho Department of Lands,” chief guide Ken Barrett said. “This expansion means new territories to explore, with plans to map a high traverse along the Selkirk Crest, including the areas around [mountains] Casey and Atlasta, opening up fresh routes and adventures.”
Barrett said his staff’s plan this season is to send the avalanche education guides and students north along the Selkirk Crest to map the high traverse to, and the ski routes surrounding, those two mountains to create the most enjoyable routes for guests.
Additionally, Barrett said he was happy to announce that contrary to recent rumors, the company is not planning on shutting down anytime soon.
“Selkirk has successfully negotiated an agreement with Schweitzer’s new owner, Alterra Mountain Company, securing access to the familiar and beloved 4,500 acres of terrain for this season,” he said.
Information: selkirkpowder.com