Coronavirus has waged a war of finger-wagging and chest-thumping in the skiing community
I went skiing last weekend. That admission is going to elicit a certain amount of both shame and applause due to our current atmosphere, all…
In the midst of coronavirus fears, New England ski resorts are status quo…for now
As the world around us comes to a halt, it’s only rational to wonder what it all means for the ski industry. The short answer:…
Springtime means family-friendly events at a ski resort near you
As the days get longer, the temperatures warmer and the sun higher, an air of springtime celebration and silliness takes over the mountain resorts. Across…
Marching into the most wonderful time of the year
I love how much everybody hates March. No, no, not you. It’s perfectly understood that if you’re reading this, you’re likely along for the same…
It’s not all that hard to find winter if you know where to look for it
It’s cute to hear some weather folk in Massachusetts celebrate the “end of winter,” touting the dearth of snow the Commonwealth has received during the month of…
Sugarloaf joins the list of big Maine developments in skiing and riding
Can’t let a week go past this month without receiving news of a major development in the Maine ski industry. Following in the footsteps of…
Social media and the reality of your crowded ski area
School vacation weeks are around the corner, and you know what that means. Your favorite ski resort is going to have visitors. Gasp. Since it…
Trying our best to prove the groundhog wrong about winter (but it isn’t easy)
Stupid groundhog. Not that we really want to give Punxsutawney Phil any sort of credence with his prediction last weekend of an early spring, but…
Waterville Valley launches new alpine touring program
Waterville Valley launched a new six-week program in 2020, “Out of Bounds,” designed for skiers and riders interested in learning about the equipment, technique and…
Here’s a look at January’s aprés-ski music schedule in New England
Ski season is in full effect in New England, with resorts throughout the region expanding their open terrain, and the backcountry filling in nicely. But…
The ‘Pied Piper’ of park tricksters brings his tour to New England
At 33, Tell A Friend Tour founder Andy Parry can hardly be considered a kid. But he knows how to connect with youngsters in terrain…
Phil Brown rules WPST slalom at Waterville Valley
Canadian Phil Brown seized top honors as the World Pro Ski Tour barnstormed through New Hampshire’s Waterville Valley Resort for the season’s second stop. Held…
