Blackstrap ski area, once known affectionately as "The Pimple on the Prairies," serviced the Saskatoon ski market for many decades, providing a close, easy skiing option for the city. While it opened with a bang for the 1971 Canada winter games, its latter years were plagued with mismanagement, leading to many closures and operational difficulties. This all cumulated with its final closure in 2007. This video will discuss the in-depth history of Blackstrap: its rise, fall, and eventual closure.

The Lost Resorts is a weekly video series that focuses on the history of lost ski resorts in North America. New episodes release every Thursday at 5:15am MST (unless otherwise notified). Join me as we take a look at the forgotten resorts, that were once bustling lively enterprises.

Blackstrap Information:
Years of Operation: 1971-2007
Ski Runs: 10-12
Lifts: 1 Triple (Doppelmayr), 1 T-Bar (Mueller), Rope Tows


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