After navigating through the past couple of seasons — during which a perfect storm brought major supply chain disruptions to coincide with historic growth in the sport and unprecedented demand for new equipment — nordic retailers and trail operators across New England finally are seeing some light … [Read more...]
Bolton Valley excels at giving skiers and riders a unique experience in Vermont
A common refrain I often hear when sharing a chair with seasoned skiers is concern for the state of the ski industry. Perhaps you’ve heard some of the same complaints: The lines are too long, the food too expensive, they’re making me pay to park, my favorite stashes are skied out within the first … [Read more...]
The Silver Fox Inn says welcome with a view and service that make you feel right at home
For couples and families looking to extend their visit to Waterville Valley, the Silver Fox Inn is one of the most popular lodging options in town. More mountain lodge than hotel, this 32-room inn offers convenient access to the slopes and is the perfect jumping-off point for exploring the seemingly … [Read more...]
J Skis, Ski the East create an ‘Intergalactic’ hangout in Burlington, Vt.
If it is possible to harness the best of skiing and snowboarding culture into a 4,000-square-foot space, the founders of J Skis and Ski the East collectively figured out how to do it. Walking into their newly opened Intergalactic Headquarters on Main Street in Burlington, Vt. — a ski shop/retail … [Read more...]
Waterville Valley is on the verge of a new era
You might have thought you stumbled into a good ol’ fashioned barn-raising if you were at Waterville Valley Resort in October, soaking in the peak foliage at this popular New Hampshire four-season destination. Dozens of ordinary folks were lined up on the mountain, wearing sturdy shoes and work … [Read more...]
A patient approach will pay off for skiers during early-season conditions
Experienced skiers and riders know that the early season – especially in New England – is often a contradiction, a time when our hopes and expectations crash head-on into reality. In other words, enthusiasm may be at all-time high around the November and December holidays, but snowpack generally is … [Read more...]
