Recreation Lodge & Ski Center

The Frederic R. Bennett Recreation Area and Ski Center is nestled at the foot of West Mountain The pond, streams and many acres of open and wooded hillside offer the college community a chance to explore and enjoy this area. The Lodge is a short walk from the college campus, north of Route 10 on Nassau Avenue.

The Recreation Area is a unique addition to SUNY Cobleskill throughout the year, offering:

• Overnight camping, 4 lean-tos, 1 cabin
• Hiking Trails
• Camping
• Cross-Country and downhill ski trails, ice-skating, snowshoeing
• Snow boarding
• Volleyball
• Picnic areas
• Pond for canoeing, ice-skating
• Free equipment rental when available with valid CobyCard
• The Ski Lodge Express: transportation provided during ski season
• A fireplace and wood stove to warm yourself
• Breathtaking views every season
• A wonderful facility for parties, weddings, meetings, dinners, etc.
• Vending Machines

During the Ski Season the Recreation Lodge offers challenging jobs. Some positions available are:

• Ski lift operators
• Binding mechanics
• Slope maintenance workers
• Ski patrollers
• Snow machine equipment operators
• Clerks and more

The Recreation Lodge and Ski Center is open to the public. Please call 518-255-3333 for information, rates, directions, snow reports and current conditions.

Open Skiing:
Jan - Mar: Starting January 26, 2008 – Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00am to 5:00pm through March 2, 2008

Wintertime activities include snowboarding, cross-country and downhill skiing, and snow-shoeing. Lift tickets and rentals are free to students with a valid CobyCard.

Owned and operated by CAS