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By Teagan Rasche

Hidden Valley not confirmed to be open or closed this season

Oct 28, 2021 | 4:11 PM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – As winter approaches, there’s been no confirmation on whether or not Hidden Valley Ski Resort will open this season.

In a statement Environment and Parks Alberta says the government is working to advance sustainable partnerships for recreation, conservation and education.

This year, the province has been looking for a private contractor to operate HiddenValley. The request for proposals closed earlier this week.

Alberta Parks is currently reviewing its options for the upcoming season and determining its next steps.

Meanwhile, a change.org petition to keep Hidden Valley Ski Hill open was just launched Thursday afternoon. Medicine Hat retail store, The Boarding House, started it and is looking for 100 signatures.

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Full statement below:

Alberta’s government is working to advance sustainable partnerships for recreation, conservation and education. The Request for Proposals to operate the Hidden Valley Ski Resort in Cypress Hills Provincial Park closed earlier this week. Alberta Parks is currently reviewing its options for the upcoming season and determining its next steps.