Historical information
Ski-Horizon is the official journal of the Federation of Victorian Ski Clubs which began publication in 1949.
The were 26 original member clubs which included Albury Ski Club, Bogong Ski Club, Myrtleford Ski Club, Tallangatta and District Ski Club and Wangaratta Ski Club.
Two pioneers of Falls Creek, Tom Mitchell, M.L.A., and Martin Romuld were Vice-Presidents of the Federation.
Significance
This Journal is significant because it documents the early development of skiing in Victoria.
Physical description
The journal features stories and events chronicling developments in Victoria and internationally. Items related to the Falls Creek Area in this publication include:-
Page 2:
Reference to ski instructors and Ski Schools in Victoria including Bob Hymans' School and Ernst and Auriel Forras who operate the Nussen School with Max Denham.
Page 5
Bogong High Plains locality map, with construction areas and power lines marked. It is accompanied by a notice regarding safety and access from H. H. C.Williams, Construction Engineer.
Page 12
An article referring to Tom Mitchell's stallion "Debtor" and Ernest Forras, Ski Instructor.
Page 13:
Continuation of Ernest Forras' profile.
Page 22
Comment by Toni St. Elmo and the Myrtleford Ski Club Tow.