History

It was the fall of 1958, when a small fruit stand in Forest Hills, New York was converted into a ski shop. Emilio DeTurris, a young man from Argentina had a vision and a dream that skiing would soon become a sport for not only the rich and famous, but for everyone to enjoy. As the founder of our store, Emilio had to created a market that didn’t exist . To do this, Emilio transported these potential ski enthusiasts to the local ski areas, giving instructions, and getting them home to purchase equipment.

Years of hard work and total commitment to the sport of skiing allowed Emilio the ability to open new stores. Together with his wife Herta, Emilio owned and operated several ski and surf shops throughout Long Island, and most notably the ski and rental shop at Hunter Mountain.

Since 1958, the original 900 square foot storefront has grown to a 4000 square foot store featuring a separate snowboard shop, ski shop, winter/skiwear store and skateboard section. We continue and expanded our trip programs to Hunter Mountain, Windham, Mount Snow, Belleayre, Okemo Stratton and have expanded our horizons to include Canada. We can also arrange corporate ski outings, trips for boy and girl scouts or any group or club that would like to enjoy a day on the snow. Our staff is comprised of avid skiers, snowboarders, and skaters all whom are very knowledgeable and passionate for their sports.

Its forty-nine years later, other ski shops have come and gone Small retailer have succumbed to impersonal “big box” stores, Emilio’s continues to thrive. Emilio’s Ski Shop has remained dedicated to its founding principles, offering quality merchandise at fair prices with unparalleled service and commitment to serving our customers.

Emilio’s son William, his wife Karen, and Paul Pearlman have combined their knowledge and expertise to keep the original philosophy of the business intact and flourishing.

Hunter Mt history

For 25 years 1972-1997 Emilio ran the Hunter Mt Ski Shop. Located in the base lodge at Hunter Mt, "Emilio's Hunter Mt Ski Shop" was one of the largest full-service ski shop in the northeast. Emilio retired in 1997 and is enjoying an active retirement skiing and playing golf.

Visit our flickr site for some more photos of Emilio's Ski Shops over the years.