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Joan Wallen

Check out these holiday events in vintage ski towns

There is no better way to get in the holiday spirit than to visit a quintessential New England town in December.  One such community is Woodstock, Vt. Nestled in the Green Mountains just 2½ hours from Boston, three hours from Montreal and four from New York City, the town offers pure charm in all … [Read more...]

Discover the payoff of enrolling in a season-long ski program

Parents, children, beginners, racers, freestylers, cruisers and everyone in between can enjoy the benefits and fun of a season-long program at resorts throughout New England.  Perhaps you’ve just rented a home in ski country for the winter, or maybe you live near a local hill or large resort, … [Read more...]

Thomas Prindle: Purity Spring Resort’s man of many hats

Now in his fourth year as director of marketing at Purity Spring Resort, Thomas Prindle brings a unique background well-suited to the many facets of marketing a four-season resort that revolves around both snow-covered ski slopes and a pristine mountain lake. New England Ski Journal caught up with … [Read more...]

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Take the plunge on a ski house

Does your family commute to the mountains every weekend? Do you spend early morning hours each Saturday and/or Sunday getting the family organized to be at the slopes for the start of the day? Many families opt out of this weekly hassle by renting a house or condo near their favorite resort. Ski … [Read more...]

Gear up, ladies: Clinics and camps abound across the region

Women in snow sports sometimes might feel left behind by their husbands, kids or male friends. The men might be naturally more daring or perhaps started out at a younger age. The kids might have been in school programs or taken up racing. Some women might languish at the intermediate level, … [Read more...]

Tim Smith, Waterville Valley: Up for the challenge

Waterville Valley's general manager, Tim Smith, was born into a skiing family. His grandfather cut trees to clear the trails on Mount Holiday in Michigan. His parents met there when his dad was on ski patrol, later becoming the patrol director. At age 13, Tim became a junior patroller and joined … [Read more...]

Early snow energizes the 2018 holiday scene

If you really want to get in the holiday spirit, head to the hills in December. Whether it’s a day trip to your local mountain or a getaway to a larger resort, you’ll find slopes and trails covered in white, colorful decorations, holiday-themed events and attractions, plenty of good cheer and … [Read more...]

Deciphering the ski pass landscape for 2018-19

For the upcoming ski season, there are a number of great money-saving deals for skiers and riders of all ages. With a variety of season passes and multi-day tickets, it can be confusing to sort out all of them. But whether you just want to ski in New England or have continental or global travel on … [Read more...]

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