This EDA investment funds the frost fire park snowmaking infrastructure improvement and expansion project, to update infrastructure that will improve the quality and longevity of the winter sports…

The Economic Development Administration awarded a $2.7 million Project Grant to the Pembina Gorge Foundation under the Economic Adjustment Assistance program (CFDA 11.307) on March 31, 2022. The funding will support improvements and expansion of snowmaking infrastructure at Frost Fire Park in Walhalla, North Dakota. Specifically, the grant funds will update existing infrastructure to enhance the quality and duration of winter sports activities at the park. This is expected to directly benefit the park's operations and winter season business by driving expanded tourism and outdoor recreation in the region. The project aims to address needs for more resilient local and regional economic development opportunities through expanded outdoor activities supported by reliable winter conditions at the park.

This EDA investment funds the frost fire park snowmaking infrastructure improvement and expansion project, to update infrastructure that will improve the quality and longevity of the winter sports activities in the park. The project will support pembina gorge foundation with addressing the local and regional need for expanded and resilient tourism and outdoor recreation activities in the park. Once completed, the project will have direct economic impact on the park's operations, particularly its winter sports season and other activities, which will drive and expand its business, increase employment opportunities, save jobs, spur private investment, and advance economic resiliency throughout the region.