Hiawatha Highlands is a premier destination for winter recreation and sports.
We offer over 50 km of trails (2 km are lit until 10:00 PM). Enjoy the soothing sounds of the whispering pines and the magnificent views in our winter wonderland. Trail systems cater from the beginner to the advanced and welcomes both classic and skate skiing. We also have snowshoeing and fat biking as well as events and activities for all abilities and age groups.
Free parking and the warmth of the Kinsmen Centre is available for all trail pass holders to use seven days per week during peak season. Come in and enjoy a hot beverage or a quick snack.
Come north for some of the continent’s finest winter recreation and enjoy many of our fine accommodations, shopping and restaurants in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada.
Hiawatha Highlands is a division of Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club Non-profit Inc.
Our Philosophy
Hiawatha Highlands operates in a manner that protects its trail pass holders and employees while respecting our environment. We believe that health and safety is our paramount objective and is a responsibility shared by everyone involved.
Our Sponsors
Hiawatha Highlands would like to acknowledge all of the land owners involved in the trails.
- The Kinsmen Club of Sault Ste. Marie
- Sault Ste. Marie Regional Conservation Authority
- Steinberg family
- Farmer Bob at Mocking Bird Hill Farms
- Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
- Bible Fellowship Church
Thank you for your support in providing over 50 km of trails for trail pass holders to enjoy Winter recreation.
Business Strategy 2018-2021
Overarching Guiding Principles
Attitude of excellence
Always maintain trails to high standards
Ensure long-term viability through fiscal responsibility
Strategic Priorities
- Address governance and oversight to manage the business for long-term success
- Anticipate and advance positioning as a unique outdoor winter fitness hub
- Foster relationships and synergies to add value to the customer experience
- Deliver exceptional ski trails
- Deliver exceptional customer service in all that we do
- Develop and execute marketing campaigns to increase awareness within the full market area
Refund Policy
Our general policy at Hiawatha Highlands is we operate as a not-for-profit business whereby any small profit at the end of the year is put back into the development of trails and equipment to maintain all trails for all trail pass holders. Refunds will be determined individually by the terms involved.
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Careers
When you work at Hiawatha Highlands, you're joining a great team environment, dedicated to providing the best experience for our customers.
We are looking to fill the following positions to our team for the 2024/2025 Winter season. All of our positions are seasonal. Must have own transportation as there is no public transit available to our location.
Career Opportunity (currently filling 3 positions)
Customer Service Representative (part time)
Hiawatha Highlands is looking to hire and train a part-time Customer Service Representative. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day counter service and working with the management of Hiawatha Highlands. The safe and careful operation of a modern fleet of Snow Cat, Can Am Side by Side, as well as snowmobile grooming equipment is required. This is a seasonal role and requires the flexibility to work weekends and nights.
The candidate would be reporting to the Manager of Hiawatha Highlands, as well as working with other Hiawatha Highlands staff.
The desired candidate will possess:
- Prior experience with customer service/front desk; answering the telephone, relaying info, taking messages, selling passes, outfitting customers with equipment, producing of the season pass cards using computers and printer, entering trail condition updates on website, preparing and serving of food and beverages, constant inventory of equipment and retail sale items, cash outs, etc.
- Skiing experience a plus but not required.
- Ski cleaning (if applicable), waxing and repairs to our inventory and as a chargeable service to the public.
- Provide routine information on trail conditions and grooming schedule, as required.
- Prepare incident reports, as required, including all supporting documentation.
- General maintenance skills - use of power tools, heavy lifting, shoveling, cleaning.
- Continuous teaching and learning
- Other ski-related duties as assigned by the Co-Managers.
We wish to thank all applicants for the interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume to info@hiawathahighlands.com
Closing Date is October 31, 2024.
Cross Country Ski Trail Groomer (part time)
Hiawatha Highlands is looking to hire and train a part-time Cross Country Ski Trail Groomer Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day grooming and snow management of Hiawatha Highlands' cross country ski trail network. The safe and careful operation of a modern fleet of Pisten Bully, Can Am Side by Side, as well as snowmobile grooming equipment is required. This is a seasonal role and requires the flexibility to work weekends and nights.
The candidate would be reporting to the Manager of Hiawatha Highlands, as well as working with other Groomer Operators.
The desired candidate will possess:
- Prior experience operating heavy equipment
- Skiing experience a plus but not required
- Ability to carry out routine maintenance on both the Pisten Bully and snow machines
- Ability to maintain accounts for equipment and gas
- Ability to monitor and document fuel consumption and to order fuel
- Ability to take photos and update website of trail conditions
- Ability to multi-task and follow direction
- Attention to safe and responsible manner
- Valid Driver’s License
We wish to thank all applicants for the interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume to info@hiawathahighlands.com
Closing Date is November 30, 2024.
Fat Bike Trail Groomer (part time)
Hiawatha Highlands is also looking to hire and train a part-time Fat Bike Trail Groomer. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day grooming and snow management of Hiawatha Highlands' Fat Bike trail system. The safe and careful operation of a snowmobile & grooming equipment is required. This is a seasonal role and requires the flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and or nights.
The candidate would be reporting to the Manager of Hiawatha Highlands, as well as working with other Groomer Operators.
The desired candidate will possess:
- Experience working with a snowmobile
- Fat bike experience and trail knowledge a bonus but not necessary
- Flexibility working early morning or evening hours during the week and/or weekends
- Ability to take photos of the trail, update website and social media coordinator(cell phone needed)
- Ability to carry out basic snowmobile maintenance
- Ability to document maintenance, fuel consumption and daily tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively with other team members
- Ability to troubleshoot while on the trail
- Ability to handle physical work for the duration of the shift 3+ hrs (snowmobile handling, shoveling & moving equipment)
- Ability to handle brush saw and chainsaw for pre-season preparation
- Ability to help team with regular trail maintenance pre-season and seasonal
- Comfortable working in the elements independently
- Ability to multitask and follow direction
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume to info@hiawathahighlands.com
Closing Date is November 30, 2024.
Volunteers
Volunteering with Hiawatha Highlands is a rewarding experience!
We're always looking for volunteers to help with the following:
Snow School - volunteer instructors/helpers with elementary school age children who come with their classes to ski or snowshoe.
Events - We hold several events throughout the season. Help with set-up, running and tear-down are needed and appreciated.
Trail pass checking - We run random checks for valid trail passes throughout the season to ensure everyone is complying with the rules. If you're interested in helping with this important aspect of our operation, please let us know.
For more information or to volunteer your time, please contact us here: info@hiawathahighlands.com
