Pull Me Up Traditional Cache

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Hidden : 4/1/2010
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
3.5 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

This is a 35mm ammo can located near the top of the Bova Ski Area

Bova Slopes (pronounced Bov-ay) was a former ski area. It began as a
hike up and ski down area in the late 1930's, as skiing was rapidly
becoming a popular sport in New York State. Several slopes and
trails were available initially, including the substantial expert
run, Spillway.

In the mid-late 1940's, a 1000' rope tow was installed on the main
slope, Bova 1. Several more slopes were added, Bova 2 and Bova 3,
along with a narrow "Bova Trail". The vertical of the area varies
widely depending on the listing but was 250', give or take 20'. Two
additional rope tows were then installed by 1950, including a 900'
tow, and a 500' portable tow, that mainly served a beginner
slope.

The peak usage for Bova was in the 50's and early 1960's. By 1970
the area had closed, as it had become outdated with its rope
tows.

Today the main Bova Slope 1 is still mostly clear, and many of the
rope tow towers are still standing. The area is now part of the Art
Roscoe Cross Country Ski Touring and Mountain Bike Trails.

Allegany State Park Permit #ALL209

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