Chamber of Commerce Ski Nite Postponed to February 24, 2005

Hudson, NY, February 10, 2005 - The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and Catamount Ski Area will host a night of discounted skiing and snowboarding for Chamber members and the public on February 24, 2005 from 5:00 - 9:00 pm. Catamount Ski Area is located on Route 23 in Hillsdale. Lift ticket prices will be $12, rentals $12 and lessons $7.

The Chamber will provide free hot chocolate for skiers and snowboarders. There will also be a raffle for great prizes including PlayStation games and lift tickets. The Chamber will have copies of the 2005 Membership Directory/Relocation Guide available along with other business and tourism information.

"This annual night of discounted skiing and snowboarding has become a favorite event of many county residents. This is a great opportunity to support business and tourism as well as Catamount Ski Area, the premier ski and snowboarding venue in Columbia County," stated David Colby, Chamber President.

Lift tickets for Ski Nite can be purchased at the gate on February 24th . For additional information about this event, please contact the Chamber office at (518) 828-4417 or by email mail@columbiachamber-ny.com .

The sponsors are Silver Sponsor, Fingar Insurance, and Brass Sponsors, Ed Herrington, Inc. and Smith Barney.

The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, with its 850 members, acts as the principal advocate for Columbia County business. The Chamber is active in government and community affairs as it promotes planned economic growth and development consistent with community needs and interest and provides programs and services for businesses both large and small to help them grow and prosper. Those seeking more information concerning the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and membership can contact the Chamber at (518) 828-4417 or visit the website at www.columbiachamber-ny.com.