Sky Tavern Secures 99-Year Lease in Reno
The nonprofit ski training facility will operate its historic mountain program through 2118.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Skiing
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Sky Tavern has finalized a 99-year lease extension with the City of Reno, ensuring the long-term future of the nonprofit ski and snowboard training facility. The agreement secures the site for the organization until October 31, 2118.
Why it matters
The extension provides long-term operational stability, allowing the facility to pursue its goals of expanding programs and preserving land for outdoor recreation. This commitment solidifies the site as a permanent fixture for Northern Nevada youth mountain access.
The Reno Junior Ski Program has supported more than 100,000 children since its establishment in 1948. The facility, which traces its history back to 1938, now holds land rights for the next 99 years.
The players
Sky Tavern
This nonprofit facility provides ski and snowboard training and mountain recreation access for youth in Northern Nevada.
Thomas J. Powell
He is the newly appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors tasked with overseeing the organization's future goals.
The details
The facility relies on a dedicated network of volunteer instructors, parents, and donors to maintain its training operations. In conjunction with the new lease, the organization has appointed Thomas J. Powell as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors.
Timeline
1938: The history of the Sky Tavern facility began.
1948: The Reno Junior Ski Program was established.
October 22, 2026: The lease extension and chairman appointment were officially announced.
2038: The organization plans to hold its centennial celebration.
October 31, 2118: The new lease agreement expires.
Season Trajectory
This lease extension secures the facility as a foundational element of Northern Nevada youth athletics for the next century. It positions the organization to transition from a seasonal training site into a more permanent, year-round recreation hub for the local community.
Families in the area can expect continued access to youth mountain programs with a long-term goal of providing free recreation for children under 12. The stability granted by the lease allows for future expansion of both winter and year-round training initiatives.
The takeaway
Securing this long-term lease ensures that generations of children in the region will maintain access to affordable mountain training. The facility's focus on volunteer-led growth remains a model for sustaining grassroots athletic programs.
What happens next
Sky Tavern is scheduled to hold a centennial celebration in 2038, marking 100 years since its historical origins began in 1938.
Further reading
For more information on local winter sports and facility developments, visit Skiing.
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