Our Hill

Ski Wentworth's story began in the 1930s when groups of skiers from Halifax and Truro would travel by train to Wentworth Valley, skiing on natural slopes with no lifts or groomed runs. After World War II, entrepreneur Stan Leblanc had the first vision of developing a proper ski resort, though his ambitious plans were ultimately abandoned due to mild winters.

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The real transformation came in the 1950s when the Halifax Ski Club (later renamed Wentworth Valley Ski Club) rented Ma Purdy's house and established a base in the valley. Led by volunteers from Truro including Doug Embree and George Wilson, the club built Atlantic Canada's first ski tow in 1957—a 1000-foot rope tow that worked perfectly and paid for itself in its first year. The 1960s brought major developments including a new ski lodge built by George Wilson and his son David in 1962, and the installation of a T-bar lift in 1963. Through the dedication of passionate volunteers and their shared love of skiing, Wentworth evolved from the "Valley of Dreams" into the "Valley of Snow," establishing the foundation for over 90 years of outdoor recreation that continues today.

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The Wentworth Ski Race Club is proud to call this historic mountain our home hill. We acknowledge that without Ski Wentworth's remarkable legacy and the tireless dedication of countless employees over the decades, we would not have the successful ski race club we are today. This mountain's rich tradition of fostering skiing excellence continues to inspire and support our athletes as they pursue their own dreams in the Valley of Snow.