Mount Benson gondola talk gets off the ground Mar 23, 2017 1:30 PM

NANAIMO — The idea of a gondola or skytram up the north face of Mount Benson is being pitched to see where the public stands on the ambitious concept.

Jim Johnson, a longtime Nanaimo-based Realtor, is a strong supporter of improved access atop Mount Benson. He’s currently reaching out to local government officials on the idea.

He’s also launched an online petition to gauge community support.

While not outright discounted, several hurdles for gondola or tram-like technology are listed in the Regional District of Nanaimo’s (RDN) 10-year Management Plan for Mount Benson. The plan expires in 2020.