Ski historian E. John B. Allen doesn’t interject much of himself into his latest book, “Traveling the Old Ski Tracks of New England,” but when he does, he makes it possible for us to envision what Stowe, Vt., was like in the mid-1950s. “I owe much thanks to Stowe,” he writes to begin Chapter 10, … [Read more...]
Loon’s big little South Peak project promises a much bigger impact off the trail map
Don’t underestimate the impact that Loon Mountain’s recently announced South Peak expansion will have on the New Hampshire resort. Under the scope of some other ski area developments throughout New England, Loon’s 30-acre expansion might not seem like much. There will be some new beginner … [Read more...]
It’s been wet and warm in New England, but this winter isn’t a dud just yet
It was early November when I was tailgating with a quartet of friends across the street from Gillette Stadium, where in a few hours we would be tormented by the sluggish play of the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts. Less than three weeks until Thanksgiving, I grilled steak tips and … [Read more...]
Idaho’s luxurious Sun Valley also packs a punch
Regality hits you in the face walking into the River Run Day Lodge at Sun Valley, a base point so luxurious, you’d be forgiven for thinking you waltzed into the Four Seasons instead. Tables are spread out across the carpeted floor of the post-and-beam structure, complete with a massive stone … [Read more...]
Boston College ski team has reason to shine this season
In 2018, the Boston College ski team qualified its first athlete in program history for NCAA nationals. Things have progressed quite a bit since. Over the past four seasons, BC’s ski team has sent seven more athletes to NCAA nationals. Last season, the Eagles even qualified their first … [Read more...]
Red Parka turns golden — 50 years of a Mount Washington Valley landmark
As if the building already wasn’t a domicile of reminiscence each time you enter its doors, the memories really came flooding back at the Red Parka Pub’s 50th anniversary celebration in early November. “It was amazing,” Red Parka owner Terry O’Brien said. “People came from all over. People I … [Read more...]