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John Satre Hill:
| Hill Size: | HS 70 |
| K-Point: | 65 m |
  Hill record: |
73.5 m (Evan Bliss , 2011-02-12) |
 Hill record: |
73.0 m (Estella Hassrick , 2022-02-25) |
| Coordinates: | 41.983357, -73.413437 ✔ 
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John Satre Hill:
| K-Point: | 36 m |
| Year of construction: | 2025 |
| Status: | under construction |
| Further jumps: | K20 |
| Plastic matting: | no |
| Year of construction: | 1926 |
| Conversions: | 1950, 2010 |
| Status: | operating |
| Ski club: | Salisbury Wintersports Association |
| Coordinates: | 41.983357, -73.413437 ✔
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History:
In 1924, John Satre arrived in Salisbury from Norway to work as a chauffeur for the Warner family. A year later, he was joined by his brothers Olaf and Magnus. They were experienced ski jumpers and cross-country skiers, well known for their athletic achievements in Norway. In 1925, together with other enthusiasts, they founded the Salisbury Outing Club – the first local winter sports organization.
According to local legend, in 1926, John Satre climbed onto the roof of a barn (which still stands in Salisbury today) and skied off it, landing 30 feet away to the delight of 200 spectators. This event inspired the community, and during the winter of 1926/1927, construction of the first ski jump began.
The first competition on Satre Hill took place on January 29, 1927, drawing over 200 spectators. Ski jumping quickly took root. By 1933, the club hosted the U.S. National Championships, and in subsequent years, a new, larger wooden jump was built in a nearby forest.
During World War II, the facility fell into disrepair and was no longer used. However, in 1945, thanks to local initiative, the club was reactivated as the Salisbury Winter Sports Association (SWSA) – a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization. In 1950, the hill underwent major modernization, including a rebuilt landing slope and tower. In 1952, the Eastern National Championships were held here, and Satre Hill continued to grow in prominence within U.S. winter sports.
In 1956, one of Salisbury’s own, Roy Sherwood, represented the United States at the Winter Olympics in Cortina d’Ampezzo – a symbolic confirmation of the local program's value under SWSA’s guidance.
By the early 21st century, the wooden K65 jump tower had deteriorated and was becoming unsafe. In fact, it was built from 26 pairs of telephone poles. The structure was wobbly and could accommodate no more than three jumpers at once. In 2009, at an Eastern ski jumping officials' meeting, SWSA president Ken Barker announced plans to construct a new, modern tower to host the 2011 U.S. Junior Olympic Games.
It was an ambitious plan – over $677,000 had to be raised quickly. Thanks to more than 500 donors – from families giving $25 to anonymous supporters contributing over $50,000 – the campaign succeeded.
In 2010, the old wooden tower was dismantled and replaced by a modern steel structure. In February 2011, the U.S. Junior Olympic Games in ski jumping and Nordic combined were held here – for the first time in Salisbury’s history.
Today, Satre Hill is a complex of K20, K30, and K65 ski jumps used for youth training and prestigious competitions. Each February, it hosts the Eastern U.S. Championships and the popular Jumpfest Winter Festival – one of the region’s most prominent sporting and social events.
In 2021, a 1-kilometer groomed cross-country skiing loop was added at the foot of the hill, enhancing the venue further.
The facility is still operated entirely by SWSA volunteers and remains community-funded, just as it has been for nearly a century. In warmer months, Satre Hill also serves as a venue for charity events and local festivals.
As part of the modernization plan for the Satre Hill complex, a reconstruction project for the former K30 hill — now referred to as K36 — began in 2024. The goal was to replace the outdated wooden tower with a modern steel structure that complies with current FIS standards and allows for year-round use (with plastic inrun tracks and lighting).
The project, titled “Build the K36,” was fully funded through community support, raising a total of $425,000 USD from over 500 donors. Preparatory work began in spring 2024. On September 26, 2024, the old tower was physically dismantled in just 15 minutes, as reported by local media. Earthworks and foundation work followed over the following months.
In March 2025, the local community held a symbolic farewell to the old wooden structure. In May 2025, the first steel components of the new tower were delivered, and installation began shortly thereafter.
Due to delays, the new hill was not ready in time for Jumpfest 2025 (January 31 – February 2) and has not yet been officially inaugurated. The completion and official opening of the new K36 is now scheduled for the 2025/26 winter season, most likely during Jumpfest 2026.
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Former jumper's son
Does anyone have historical records of late '40 or early '50s jumpers? My dad is 95 and would love to see any historical info of that era. My Dad did jump in competition throughout NE back then it would be nice to read about any history. Dad's name is Ted Michalek