"The first thing that comes into view is a 43-foot (13 meter) high stone Buddha - startling if you're not expecting it. The statue marks the entrance to Wutai Shan Buddhist Garden, a 530-acre (214 hectare) property purchased in 1990 by the Buddhist Association of Canada for its tranquility."
"Bethany Ski Club, later Kawartha Peaks, then The Ranch, was a local hotspot through the '80s and '90s, rebranding as a snowboard destination before closing around 2001. While snowboarding was capturing my soul in Quebec and Vermont, the hills forming Ontario's ski culture were quietly closing."
"Before anyone drove north, Torontonians skied in the city. The Toronto Ski Club, which formed in 1908 as the 'Telemark Ski Club,' marked the beginning of skiing in the city."
Ontario's ski history reflects a significant evolution, particularly in the context of local ski hills. The Toronto Ski Club, established in 1908, marked the beginning of skiing in the city. However, many ski resorts, including Bethany Ski Club and others, have closed over the years. The author reflects on personal experiences and connections to various ski locations, highlighting the impact of changing interests and the decline of local ski culture. The Wutai Shan Buddhist Garden serves as a notable landmark along the journey through Ontario's ski history.
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