Tag: Kenai Heli Ski
When Opportunity Knocks, Will Seldovia Answer?
by Jenny Chissus, Seldovia Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board
Yesterday was a very disappointing day for Seldovia. As the beautiful snow was falling, blanketing our community in glorious white, I received a call from Njord Rota, co-owner of Kenai Heli Ski. He informed me that more than 8 weeks of booked heli ski guests will not be coming to Seldovia. Due to opposition to their business, from a few very vocal, local individuals, Kenai Heli Ski is heading to Thompson Pass, outside of Valdez.
After over a year of working on this project to bring a two-month season of Heli Ski to our community during a normally “dead” period for our business community – Njord and his team have pulled out of Seldovia.
I realize that there will be a small group of folks rejoicing at this news, but is this the best solution for Seldovia and her future? As with any new Continue Reading
Kenai Heli Ski – New Operation, Based in Seldovia
by Jenny Chissus
Skiing photos by Kenai Heli Ski, Local Seldovia photos by Jenny Chissus
I had the great opportunity to visit with Njord and Chad on one of their trips to Seldovia this past winter. They were here to meet with the community and were checking out the slopes for this upcoming winter 2013 Heli ski season in the mountains surrounding our beautiful waterfront community of Seldovia! Continue Reading
Good News For Seldovia
by Jenny Chissus
Sometimes, we can be discouraged about the apparent slow down of things in our little community, especially as we approach winter. A business that decides not to continue, residents that move away, kids that leave the school (due to a move out-of-town, or the home school option) can be disheartening for those of us left behind. Change is difficult, and it is hard to see old friends move away, retire or need to relocate for medical reasons. But take heart, as this year we had 10 new businesses join our chamber and only 3 didn’t renew their membership. This is progress!
The beauty is this, when one door closes, another opportunity becomes available for someone new, with new energy, ideas and enthusiasm to build a lifestyle in Seldovia. Each home that goes up for sale becomes a dream come true for a first time home buyer, retiree living their ultimate dream of summers in Alaska or new family to settle into our community! Last year, 36 properties came on the market and 17 sold, – I’d say that is pretty phenomenal for our little community! Continue Reading
In The News… New Winter Business in Seldovia!
by Jenny Chissus
Enjoy this article in First Tracks!! Online Ski Magazine that highlights the new business that is coming to Seldovia this winter, Kenai Heli Ski!
Much of our tourist business until now, goes on during the summer months with the travelers during the treasured long days of summer and nice weather! This is the chance for folks to see our beautiful community and environment during the gorgeous winter/snowy season, and an additional opportunity to extend our season and share our amazing community of natural beauty and genuine people!
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