Berkshire East owner Jon Schaefer on his family’s legacy and promoting tourism in his home region
Jon Schaefer’s father purchased Berkshire East Ski Area in the mid-1970s for one dollar. “It was the worst dollar he ever spent,” Schaefer said with…
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Basecamp podcast: Racing to Wachusett Mountain
Four decades strong, the Wachusett Mountain Race League remains a weekly gathering of a Massachusetts skiing community. “It reminded me of how I started,” former…Read More
Basecamp podcast: It’s easy to believe in miracles in Lake Placid
Sometimes, it can be easy to forget about a place’s rich history. Even in a place like Lake Placid. “With the World University games coming,…
Basecamp podcast: Rich heritage and an exciting future at Waterville Valley
Waterville Valley Resort, as you know it, is about to become even more of a New England destination. “It's the one drawback of Waterville that…
Basecamp podcast: Sugarbush is a Vermont classic highlighted by its terrain
When it comes to variety of terrain suited for many different tastes, Sugarbush might come out on top in Vermont. “Some of my best days…
Basecamp podcast: Sugarloaf and the sense of community at the Maine resort
Whether you’re a “Sugarloafer” or not, Maine’s largest ski resort packs a punch for all who visit Carrabassett Valley. Becoming a part of the family…
Basecamp podcast: Smugglers’ Notch’s independence is the key to customer satisfaction
Up to a foot of snow is going to land at Smugglers’ Notch during this latest storm, which had us wondering, where are the best…
