Highland Games, largest celebration of Scottish culture, a must-do
A family picnic gone wild. What else could explain how a simple gathering of the Murrays, who invited a pipe band to their first official…
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Snowboarding world pays tribute to visionary Sherm Poppen
One of my enjoyments that spanned the season this year started as I watched my 15-year-old grandson, Ian, shift from skis to a snowboard and…Read More
Hikes with autumn vistas that cover the spectrum from easy to strenuous
Skis? Still on the beams in the garage. Sailboat? Still in the water, but weatherbeaten this time of year. Maybe up for one more daysail…
Seven Birches Winery rings in wine harvest with Crush Festival
For most people, autumn means changing leaves, apple picking, pumpkin carving and cool air that takes over for the summer heat. But for those in…
Chase trestles or savor leisurely train journeys through Foliage Central
If there is a prime time to embark on a scenic railroad ride in New England mountain country, then fall is that time. Enthusiasts have…
July, August festivities honor Mount Washington’s venerable Cog Railway
The Mount Washington Cog Railway, the first mountain–climbing cog railway in the world and the only cog railway still in operation in the United States,…
New England’s Best Hassle-Free Hikes
With accessibility and amenities, ski resorts are terrific options for family-friendly hikes during the warmer months. Sugarloaf is one of four 4,000 foot peaks in…
Loon, Stratton projects enhance an already robust resort fat-tire scene
Mountain bikes have seen ebbs and flows in their popularity since they rolled into the heart of the American recreational mainstream in the 1980s. The…
Three amazing days at Okemo Mountain Resort
Being a fan of good times, and things that roll, I have a distinct affinity for Okemo Mountain Resort in lovely Ludlow, Vermont, during the…
At state parks, possibilities are endless for family fun
State parks around New England are so numerous and varied, you can find several that fit every recreational option possible, from ocean to inland, challenging…
A mountain biker’s guide to brewpubs
Mixing a good brew and mountain biking is as natural as serving a fresh slice of apple pie with a big scoop of vanilla ice…
Scenic Gems: 10 hassle-free hikes in the North Country
I’ve always struggled with the term "weekend warrior" because I feel like it’s too often thrown at busy families with the implication that we are…
Pats pride on display at the ’Loaf
Sugarloaf There’s nothing like the energy of having a Super Bowl contender making a run for the title during the height of ski season. And…
