Rutland Herald
KILLINGTON — The “Beast of the East” could
soon be adding another feature to the resort, and this one will be open
during all four seasons.
The potential plan is for a Soaring Eagle Zip Line, which will be adjacent to the Snowshed detachable quad chair lift near the Snowshed base lodge. The structure consists of a loading dock that allows access to a two-person chair, similar to a chair lift, according to the project application to the state’s Natural Resources Board.
Passengers will load into the chairs at the bottom of the first 100-foot tower from where they will be pulled up the cable to a second tower. They will then ride back down the 800-foot descent to the loading dock.
The ride starts and ends at the same location, easily allowing multiple rides.
“It’s a good addition to the resort because its available to a wide variety of people,” said Michael Joseph, communication and public relations manager at Killington. This version of a zip line is more accessible because of the chair, versus the safety harness version, enabling a greater range of ages and abilities a chance to ride.
“And having it open all year is a bonus,” Joseph said.
The town of Killington has been trying to bring more business to the area during the spring and summer months, addressing the notion that tourists generally tend to perceive Killington as a winter-only destination.
“We’re very supportive of the resort adding summer attractions,” said Seth Webb, manager of the town of Killington. Webb said the growth of tourism in town during the summer and fall is largely dependent on the efforts of the resort.
“This project is a step in the right direction,” Webb said.
The plan is currently in an appeal period for the next 30 days for local statutory parties and will be on hold until the plan is thoroughly approved, said Joyce Flagan, a technician for the Natural Resources Board.
Even though the project, which, according to the application, will cost roughly $337,000, has not been officially approved, Joseph said it is at the top of the priority list for Killington.
bryanna.allen @rutlandherald.com
The potential plan is for a Soaring Eagle Zip Line, which will be adjacent to the Snowshed detachable quad chair lift near the Snowshed base lodge. The structure consists of a loading dock that allows access to a two-person chair, similar to a chair lift, according to the project application to the state’s Natural Resources Board.
Passengers will load into the chairs at the bottom of the first 100-foot tower from where they will be pulled up the cable to a second tower. They will then ride back down the 800-foot descent to the loading dock.
The ride starts and ends at the same location, easily allowing multiple rides.
“It’s a good addition to the resort because its available to a wide variety of people,” said Michael Joseph, communication and public relations manager at Killington. This version of a zip line is more accessible because of the chair, versus the safety harness version, enabling a greater range of ages and abilities a chance to ride.
“And having it open all year is a bonus,” Joseph said.
The town of Killington has been trying to bring more business to the area during the spring and summer months, addressing the notion that tourists generally tend to perceive Killington as a winter-only destination.
“We’re very supportive of the resort adding summer attractions,” said Seth Webb, manager of the town of Killington. Webb said the growth of tourism in town during the summer and fall is largely dependent on the efforts of the resort.
“This project is a step in the right direction,” Webb said.
The plan is currently in an appeal period for the next 30 days for local statutory parties and will be on hold until the plan is thoroughly approved, said Joyce Flagan, a technician for the Natural Resources Board.
Even though the project, which, according to the application, will cost roughly $337,000, has not been officially approved, Joseph said it is at the top of the priority list for Killington.
bryanna.allen @rutlandherald.com
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