Cannon Opening Date

Cannon Mountain is planning on opening up on November 23, 2012(Conditions Permitting). This season marks the 75th Anniversary of Cannon Mountain.

New Improvements at Cannon!

IT'S OUR 75TH SEASON OF OPERATION...HERE'S WHAT'S NEW!

SKI Magazine Rankings- #3 in the East for Value
- #3 in the East for Access (right off I-93!)
- #4 in the East for Challenge
- #5 in the East for Character 
- #5 in the East for Scenery
- #7 in the East for Overall Satisfaction
- #17 Ranked Overall Resort in the East

On the Mountain...
-NEW snowmaking equipment on Paulie's Folly and improved snowmaking on Upper Cannon!
-Vastly improved fan gun portability & efficiency around the lower mountain area!
-NEW Prinoth Bison-X for improved grooming and terrain parks!
-Upgrades to the power & efficiency to the Cannonball Quad Lift!
-NEW Wintersteiger TrimJet Super Tuner in the Repair Shop!

Loon scheduled to Open November 17, 2012

Loon is expected to open on Saturday November 17, 2012(Weather Permitting).  The forecast is for favorable snow making conditions each of the few nights.  Check out some of the improvements they have made over the past few years.

LINCOLN, NH – After spending $20 million in the past six years to expand terrain, improve uphill capacity and revamp snowmaking and grooming technology, in 2012-13 Loon Mountain is investing in the next generation of snowboarders and skiers with two innovative new terrain parks: the Burton Riglet Park and Lil’ Stash.

Over the last six years, Loon has essentially remade itself by opening South Peak, expanding skiable terrain by 36 percent and creating 100 acres of new trails and glades on South Peak and the main mountain. In just the past two years, Loon has boosted its snowmaking capacity by 150 percent with the addition of 642 highly-efficient Low-E HKD tower guns – the largest installation of these state-of-the-art snowmaking guns in North America. Loon’s retooled snowmaking arsenal has increased overall snow production and maximized snow output at a wider range of temperatures, meaning more open terrain earlier in the season, more snow overall and better conditions all season long. Last winter put Loon’s snowmaking capabilities to the test, when Loon offered some of the most early season terrain available in New England, and stretched a normal season out of a very challenging year that saw other resorts close early. 

This year, Loon is committed to expanding its terrain park offerings for the whole family. After the success in recent years with the Burton Progression Park (the perfect place for groms to grow into their steeze) we’ve turned our attention to Loon’s littlest jibbers. This winter, we’re offering two new parks built specifically for families: The Burton Riglet Park and Lil’ Stash.  

The Burton Riglet Park is designed for the all the knee-high snowboarders and aspiring snowboarders out there. Located next to the Kissin’ Cousin Double, the Paul Bunyan-themed park will feature rolls, berms, mini pipe, and a ground-level box perfect for three-year-old boarders. Parents and instructors will be able to walk children through the park and help them learn basic skills. For more advanced groms, the Burton Lil’ Stash is the place to go. Located in a mellow glade to the east of the Little Sister Double, Lil’ Stash features rails, rollers, logs, and carvings of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. It’s a quiet place to develop park and freeriding skills, and the easy gladed terrain lets aerially-challenged parents have fun too.

Off the snow, diners will enjoy the new Hearthside Café in the Octagon Lodge. The café will feature healthy lunch options, including a fresh fruit smoothie bar, appetizers, and specialty sandwiches. Situated in a cozy spot beside a roaring fireplace, it’s a great escape from the typical base lodge hubbub.

What's new at NH's White Mountain Ski Area for the 2012-13 Ski Season.

Here’s a look at some of the enhancements that guests will enjoy in the White Mountains this winter:

Loon Mountain, Lincoln - Loon is adding two new terrain parks built specifically for families; The Burton Riglet Park and Lil’ Stash. They are also opening the Hearthside Cafe, located in the Octagon Lodge at the main base area. The café will feature healthy lunch options.

Cannon Mountain, Franconia Notch - Cannon is spending a half-million dollars on snowmaking improvements this summer. Among the additions are dedicated snowmaking on Paulie’s Folly trail. New air and water lines are being installed on Upper Cannon and fan gun power pedestals are being added on Lower Cannon. A new twenty-foot automated, portable tower fan gun, one of the first of its kind in North America, is being added as well. Several trail enhancements are underway including removal of a tree island on the Tossup trail, which will allow for more snowmaking and a bigger terrain park. A new Prinoth Bison X terrain park groomer has been purchased to shape and smooth out all the snow.

Bretton Woods, Bretton Woods - This winter skiers and riders will find the addition of lift service to the Mount Stickney area of the resort. Bretton Woods recently added 30 acres of glades to the area that will now be serviced by a 2,000 foot Doppelmayr T-bar lift. The glades are also being expanded to include some steep drop-offs for adventurous experts as well as more wide-open glades for less-experienced skiers and riders. At the top of the lift a new 600-square-foot log cabin is being constructed. The cabin will feature an exterior stone fireplace as well as a porch for enjoying the sun on warmer days. Inside, a wood stove will warm skiers between runs. The popular Range View trail will be home to 50 new SV10 Impulse snowguns. In the base lodge guests will be able to select custom clothing, gear and accessories electronically at the new Bogner virtual clothing store, which will then be mailed to their home address. The recently constructed Canopy Tour, Williwaw Racing Zip and indoor climbing wall will also be available to guests this winter.

Cranmore Mountain Resort, North Conway - Over the summer Cranmore is replacing its historic East Double Chair with a triple chairlift. The lift will increase uphill capacity and add 300 feet of vertical drop to the resort’s southern slopes. The lift will also provide access to the summit of the mountain. Sixty new snow guns have been added to the resort’s arsenal, bringing the total of high-efficiency snow guns to 300. The Soaring Eagle Zipline installed this summer will operate all winter, joining the snowtubing park, mountain coaster and giant swing as alternative activities for winter guests.

Black Mountain, Jackson - More than $500,000 is being invested over the summer in snowmaking improvements including two new Ingersoll Rand Centac electric air compressors which will more than double the overall snowmaking capacity while reducing the area’s carbon footprint. Thirty-five low energy high-efficiency tower snow guns have been added to the primary race trail, Jackson Standard, as well as the Big Dipper, Maple Slalom and Black Beauty trails. A new beginners’ area is being completed with all-new snowmaking lines, hydrants and low energy, high-efficiency tower guns. Additionally, the new learning area will have a new dedicated surface lift. Improvements to the base lodge include an expanded ski school and ticketing area, a new day care and nursery area, fully renovated dining room areas, and expansion to the Lostbo Pub, more than doubling its size. An all-new ticketing system will provide guests with a quick and efficient ticketing experience.

Spring Ski Conditions & Specials (as of March 19, 2012)

Check out the latest Ski Conditions here.


Loon Mountain:

Like their Facebook Page for a special coupon for $45 skiing.

Please note that the South Peak trails, Lincoln Express Quad Lift, and Tote Road Lift will be closed this week, from Monday 3/19 through Thursday 3/22 and we will reduce ticket prices on those days at Loon Ticket Window to the following:

$61 adult

$51 teen

$41 junior/senior

The South Peak trails, Lincoln Express Quad Lift, and Tote Road Lift will reopen for Friday 3/23 – Sunday 3/25 and tickets will return to regular season prices: $78/$68/$58. 

Bretton Woods:
SPRING RATES are in effect! Adults-$39.00, Teens-$30, Juniors-$25 and Senior-$25. Also, note the indoor Slopeside Climbing Wall, located in the Base Lodge, is open Tuesday-Friday 12-4p and Saturday-Sunday 12-5p. Don't forget that Wednesday is our two-fer day, Yes that's right two can ski or ride for just $70.00.

Wildcat Mountain & Attitash Ski Area:

Could be an even better midweek, grab a buddy and come ski 2-for-1 all week at Attitash and Wildcat Mountain.

Cannon Mountain:
For Tuesday & Thursday, tickets are just 2-for-$68!

Ski Area Snow Totals from 2/24/12 Storm

Here are the snow totals as reported by SKI NH:
~~NEW SNOW as of Saturday, 10am~~
Alpine Areas
Attitash: 7-9"
Wildcat Mtn: 7-9"
Cannon Mtn: 4-8"
Black Mtn: 6"
Cranmore: 6"
King Pine: 6"
Loon Mtn: 6"
Waterville Valley: 6"
Gunstock: 3-5"
Bretton Woods: 4"
Dartmouth Skiway: 4"
Ragged Mountain: 4"
Mount Sunapee: 3"
Granite Gorge: 2"
Pats Peak: 2"
Crotched Mtn: 1-2"

XC Areas
Great Glen Trails: 8"
Jackson XC: 6-8"
Loon Mtn XC: 6"
Gunstock XC: 3-5"
Waterville Valley XC: 4-5"
Bretton Woods XC: 4"
Pine Hill XC: 4"
Nordic Skier: 3"

Super Bowl Sunday Ski Specials

During past Patriots’ Super Bowl appearances many guests have elected to pass up skiing and riding that weekend even though the game isn’t played until Sunday night at 6:30 pm. As a result, you'll find less-crowded slopes and an opportunity to enjoy midweek crowds with mid-winter conditions. Ski areas have recognized the popularity of the Super Bowl and many offer lift ticket specials to entice guests to hit the slopes and trails!

Attitash Mountain Resort - Attitash will be offering $46 all-day lift tickets on February 5.

Cannon Mountain - Super Sunday Special allows two people to ski or ride for $68 on February 5.

Cranmore Mountain Resort - Cranmore is offering a Super Bowl ECoupon that must be printed in advance from Cranmore.com and is valid for $47 adult, $37 teen, and $32 child lift tickets on February 5.

Gunstock Mountain Resort - Arrive at Gunstock with your Patriots gear on and receive $12 off a full price adult ticket on February 5.

King Pine at Purity Spring Resort - Half-day, morning lift tickets will be available for $22 for adults and $15 for juniors on February 5.

Ragged Mountain - Ragged Mountain will be offering two-for-one full price lift tickets (2 for $71 for adults, 2 for $57 for teens & 2 for $47 for juniors & seniors) on February 5.

Waterville Valley - In celebration of Super Bowl XLVI (46), Waterville Valley will be offering $46 lift tickets for adults and $15 for ages 12 and younger on February 5.

Wildcat Mountain - Wildcat will be offering $46 all-day lift tickets on February 5.

Discounted Passes on Sunday Afternoons

Super Bowl Sunday afternoon should be an outstanding time to hit the slopes with many skiers and riders already at home on the couch. Even if you ski right until 4pm you still have 2 ½ hours until kickoff. Among the areas with regular Sunday afternoon special offers are Attitash Mountain Resort, Black Mountain, Crotched Mountain, King Pine at Purity Spring Resort, Loon Mountain, Mount Sunapee, Ragged Mountain, Waterville Valley and Wildcat Mountain.

Some of these offers apply to specific groups (like NH residents or kids) so please click on the links above to visit the resort's website before traveling.

White Mountain National Forest Junior Snow Ranger Event Hosted By Local Ski Areas

News from our friends at the White Mountain National Forest:



Campton, NH – On January 27 White Mountain National Forest Rangers will take to the slopes of Loon Mountain, Waterville Valley, Attitash, Great Glen Trails and Bretton Woods to share the new Junior Snow Ranger Activity booklet with local school children.



The activity book is designed for elementary school children, particularly 4th and 5th graders. Both outdoor and indoor activities are included in this colorful publication. Topics include: personal safety, wildlife, winter ecology, snow science, and recreation. The role of a Forest Service snow ranger, the use of rescue dogs, and the continued importance of wildfire prevention during the winter are highlighted in the book. After completing the fun activities, children will receive a card, a patch, and a certificate of completion.



One of the highlights of the day will be a demonstration by Cutler the Forest Service Avalanche Rescue Dog. Skiers at Loon Mountain in Lincoln, NH will have the opportunity to meet Cutler, and watch Cutler and Snow Ranger Chris Joosen demonstrate how Cutler locates avalanche victims.



Junior Snow Ranger activity books will be available at all National Forest visitor centers, contact stations, the White Mountain National Forest website www.fs.fed.us/r9/white and the Learn to Ski and Snowboard website at http://www.skiandsnowboardmonth.org/



In addition to the event scheduled in New Hampshire on January 27, Snow Ranger events are also being planned in Colorado, Vermont, Idaho, Montana, and Michigan. Activities will be filmed and photographed at each location, and the footage will be compiled into a video news release to be posted on the USDA YouTube channel. Junior Snow Rangers are encouraged to post photos of their winter activities to the Woodsy Owl Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/woodsyowl throughout the season.



The US Forest Service Junior Snow Ranger program mission is to inspire youth to embrace a life-long relationship with the winter environment and to become stewards of the land.



For more information visit the White Mountain National Forest website at: www.fs.fed.us/r9/white

2011-2012 Ski Special Deals

Attitash Mountain Resort

Ladies Monday – Lift ticket, ski lesson, & lunch package is $55 for women on Mondays (non-holiday).

Tuesday – Adult & junior lift ticket combo is $75 on Tuesdays (non-holiday).

Bring-a-Friend Wednesday – Attitash & Wildcat season passholders & Vertical Value Card holders can “Bring-A-Friend” for half-price on adult tickets on Wednesdays (non-holiday).

Senior Thursday – Lift ticket, ski lesson, & lunch package is $55 for skiers & snowboarders ages 50+ on Thursdays (non-holiday).

$40 Friday - Ski or ride for $40 on Fridays in March & April.

Sunday Funday – Sunday afternoon lift tickets are $30.

Super Bowl Sunday - Celebrate Super Bowl XLVI with $46 full-day lift tickets on Sunday, February 5.

2-for-1 Valentine’s Day - Lift tickets are two for one on Tuesday, February 14.

$99 3-day lift ticket - Ski or ride for three days for $99 starting Friday, March 16 (St. Patrick’s Day Weekend).

Vertical Value Card - For $79, the Vertical Value Card purchase includes the first day’s ticket for the cardholder. After that, the cardholder receives savings including 50% off regular price lift tickets Monday through Friday during non-holiday periods, 25% off regular price lift tickets Saturdays & Sundays during non-holiday periods, and 10% off regular price lift tickets during holiday periods. The Vertical Value card is age-specific, so the savings apply against the age-appropriate ticket rate.

Bretton Woods

Family Interchangeable Tickets - Mom and Dad can each go skiing for the price of one. While Dad hangs out with the little ones in the Base Lodge, Mom can take to the slopes. When she returns, they can switch off. At any ticket window, Mom and Dad may purchase two identical alpine lift tickets at the single-ticket price. Only one may be used at any given time. Regular full-day daily ticket pricing applies.

Mother's Day Tuesdays - Package includes an alpine lift ticket for Mom and an all-day Hobbit Ski or Snowboard program for one child during non-holiday periods; cost is $115. A group lesson for mom is available for an additional $10.

Two For One Wednesdays - Two ski or ride for $70, and two can take a 90 minute group lesson for $35 (valid during non-holiday periods).

Senior Thursdays - Package includes a lift ticket and 90-minute group lesson for $45 for skiers & snowboarders ages 65+ during non-holiday periods.

Cannon Mountain

Tuesdays & Thursdays 2-for-$68 or 1-for-$43 - Two ski or ride for $68; one skis or rides for $43, non-holiday.

NH Resident Wednesdays - Every Wednesday, non-holiday, New Hampshire residents can purchase a lift ticket for $36. Proof of NH residency required. One ticket per Wednesday per resident.

10 Pack - It's a pack of ten any-day adult lift tickets valid during the 2011-2012 season for $579.

Super Sunday Ski & Ride Special - Get your turns in before the big game - tickets are 2-for-$68 on February 5!

Cranmore Mountain Resort

Two Day Ticket Deals - Buy your two-day ticket online in advance and save. Two-day tickets are $89 for adults, $99 for holiday periods. Both offer $12 savings.

Midweek Two for One Tickets - Two skiers or snowboarders can purchase a “2-fer-1” ticket, offering two adult lift tickets for the price of a single lift ticket. Valid Mondays-Thursdays, non-holiday; must be purchased online in advance.

Next Day Savings - When guests present that day's lift ticket at the ticket office before 4pm., they can save almost 30% off the next day's lift ticket. With a $42 Add a Day ticket, adults save $17 off the single day rate.

After Two Tomorrow Too - Buy a lift ticket after 2pm and for only $10 extra, ski the rest of that day plus all of the next day.

Mountain Adventure Combo Tickets - Cranmore’s “Mountain Adventure Park” offers special combo deals when you purchase multi-ride tickets for Snow Tubing, the Giant Swing, Indoor Adventure Zone & Mountain Coaster. Buy a 2-hour tubing ticket plus 3 single-ride tickets for $39. Three-ride and 6-ride ticket packs are also available for $25 and $49 respectively.

Biodiesel Freebie Day - Show up on January 21 in a vehicle burning biodiesel, like Cranmore’s snowcat grooming vehicles, or a hybrid vehicle, to receive one free adult lift ticket plus VIP parking – a total value of $74 for free.

E-Coupon Savings - Cranmore fans can receive special e-bulletins with coupons that can be downloaded and redeemed for special savings. Sign up for e-coupons at Cranmore.com.

Loon Mountain

Frequent Skier Card - Get a free lift ticket to use any day of the season, save $25 on lift tickets midweek and $15 on weekends and holidays* all winter long. Cost is $97. *Holiday dates for Frequent Skier Card savings are December 26-31, 2011; January 14-16, 2012; and February 18-24, 2012.

E-tickets - Save 15% or more when you purchase Loon multi-day e-tickets three days or more in advance.

Waterville Valley

2 for 1 Mondays - Purchase a Waterville Valley lift ticket on non-holiday Mondays and get one lift ticket free.

$15 Sunday Kids Ticket - On any non-holiday Sunday, kids ages 6-12 ski or ride for $15. (Kids 5 and younger ski free everyday.)

Play Hard Pats Tuesday - Support the New England Patriots and save at Waterville Valley Resort. Lift tickets on Tuesdays following a Patriots game will be priced depending on how many points New England’s opponent scores. For example, if the Patriots win 38-7, the lift ticket price for the following Tuesday at Waterville Valley Resort would be $7 for all customers. No coupon, no voucher, just show up to save. (Offer valid non-holiday.)

Wildcat Mountain

Combo Monday – Adult & junior lift ticket combo is $75 on Mondays (valid non-holiday).

AristoCat Tuesday – Package includes lift ticket, ski lesson, & lunch $55 for skiers & snowboarders ages 50+ on Tuesdays (valid non-holiday).

Bring-a-Friend Wednesday – Wildcat & Attitash season passholders & Vertical Value Card holders can “Bring-A-Friend” for half-price on adult tickets on Wednesdays (valid non-holiday).

Ladies' Thursday – Package includes lift ticket, ski lesson, & lunch $55 for women on Thursdays (non-holiday).

$40 Friday - Ski or ride for $40 on Fridays in March & April.

Sunday Funday - Sunday afternoon lift tickets are $30.

Super Bowl Sunday - Celebrate Super Bowl XLVI with $46 full-day lift tickets on Sunday, February 5.

2-for-1 Valentine’s Day - Lift tickets are two for one on Tuesday, February 14.

$99 3-day lift ticket - Ski or ride for three days for $99 starting Friday, March 16 (St. Patrick’s Day Weekend).

Vertical Value Card - For $79, the Vertical Value Card purchase includes the first day’s ticket for the cardholder. After that, the cardholder receives savings including 50% off regular price lift tickets Monday through Friday during non-holiday periods, 25% off regular price lift tickets Saturdays & Sundays during non-holiday periods, and 10% off regular price lift tickets during holiday periods. The Vertical Value card is age-specific, so the savings apply against the age-appropriate ticket rate.

SkiNH announces Photo Contest

Grand prize winner receives VIP season pass valid to all Ski NH resorts

NORTH WOODSTOCK, NH, DECEMBER 2011 - Since the early days of skiing in New Hampshire, guests have used photography to help capture memories on the snow. With the arrival of high quality small cameras, beautiful images are no longer only produced by professional photographers. To help New Hampshire's skiers, riders and cross country skiers share these photos, Ski NH has announced a season-long photo contest.

Visitors to Ski NH's websites are invited to submit entries to any of six categories including downhill skiing and riding, cross country skiing, terrain parks, scenery, off the slopes and Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month. Photos must be taken in New Hampshire during the 2011/12 ski season; the contest ends on April 30, 2012. Entrants simply visit SkiNH.com or XCSkiNH.com to enter up to five entries for the 2011/12 ski season.

Guests to the site can also browse a gallery of other entries. At the end of the season a panel will select the winners in each category, along with a Grand Prize Winner who will receive a 2012/13 Ski NH VIP Season Pass valid at all member ski areas! Other prizes include Elan Skis, gear from The North Face, Bern Helmets, Dalbello Boots, Swix Wax and more.

"With most skiers and riders carrying nice cameras, plus the beautiful setting we have at our ski areas, we felt this contest would be a fun way for them to share their experiences with others who have the same passion for skiing and riding in New Hampshire," stated Karl Stone, Ski NH's Marketing Director.

For complete details, rules and to enter the contest or just browse photos, visit SkiNH.com or XCSkiNH.com.

SKI NH ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY 2-PACK LIFT TICKET PACKAGES

Packages of two or more fully transferable lift tickets

make an excellent gift for the holidays

NORTH WOODSTOCK, NH, NOVEMBER 2011-Ski NH is introducing a new lift ticket package just in time for holiday shopping. Holiday 2-Packs, available for a limited time from November 28 through December 21, offering a savings of $11-$20 off weekend/holiday lift tickets. Tickets are fully-transferable, making them an excellent gift idea for family, friends or even the gift giver!

The Holiday 2-Pack consists of two or more fully transferable lift tickets which are valid any day during the 2011-12 ski season, including holidays and weekends. Tickets are available in six different price categories: $20, $30, $43, $54, $56 and $66 per ticket. Purchasers must select at least two different ski areas.

Ski areas included in the offer are Loon Mountain, Bretton Woods, Attitash Mountain Resort, Wildcat Mountain, Cannon Mountain, Waterville Valley, Mount Sunapee, Gunstock Mountain Resort, Cranmore Mountain, Pats Peak, Crotched Mountain, Ragged Mountain, Black Mountain, King Pine Ski Area, Dartmouth Skiway, Balsams Wilderness, Granite Gorge, and McIntyre Ski Area.

Since there are limited ticket quantities available, skiers and riders should make their purchase sooner than later to be sure to get their favorite ski areas. For details on Ski NH's Holiday 2-Packs and order forms, visit www.SkiNH.com or call 800-88-SKI-NH (800-887-5464).

Ski NH is the statewide association representing 38 alpine and cross country resorts and more than 200 lodging and guest service properties in New Hampshire. For more information on ski areas, lodging packages, and winter events at Ski NH resorts, call Ski NH at (800) 88-SKI-NH (800-887-5464) or visit the Ski NH website at www.SkiNH.com. For statewide media relations assistance, visit the New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism's media room at http://visitnh.gov/media/ or contact Mr. Tai Freligh at 603-271-2343, option #2.

Projected 2011-2012 Ski Area Opening Dates

2011-12 PROJECTED OPENING DATES

Projected opening dates are trickling in! Remember these dates are projected opening dates, we do need Mother Nature's cooperation so please check with the ski area directly before traveling.

Attitash Mountain Resort - Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 24 (Mountain Coaster open Fri 11/25 – Sun 11/27)

The Balsams Wilderness Ski Area- December 20

Cannon Mountain- November 25

Cranmore Mountain- November 26

Dartmouth Skiway- December 12

Granite Gorge- Thanksgiving Rail Jam November 24th, full operations December 15

Great Glen Trails- November 26

Gunstock Mountain Resort- December 9

Jackson XC- December 1

Loon Mountain- November 19

Mount Sunapee- November 25

Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring & Snowshoe Foundation - December 17

Ragged Mountain- November 26

Waterville Valley- November 19

Wildcat Mountain- December 9

Seasonal Road Closures

11/1/11  Bear Notch Road is closed for the winter.  No more short cut until Spring.  For other season road updates please click here.

Loon Mountain Invests $1.4 Million to Add More Snowmaking, Four New Trails, and New Park Locations

LINCOLN, NH – After investing $20 million in the past five years to add more terrain, uphill capacity and state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming technology, Loon Mountain continues its commitment to providing a great guest experience in 2011-2012 with a $1.4 million investment to add four new trails (an additional 17.5 acres), and an additional 170 of the latest technology Low-E tower snow guns.
In the past two seasons, Loon has added 600 highly-efficient Low-E HKD tower snow guns to its arsenal, increasing overall snow production by as much as 150%, and maximizing snow output at a wider range of temperatures. For skiers and riders, this means more terrain open earlier, more snow and better conditions all season. Loon has the largest installation of these state-of-the-art, highly-efficient snowmaking guns in North America.
A new Prinoth “Bison” grooming machine has been added to Loon’s fleet, which also includes a Prinoth “Beast,” added last season. The “Beast” features 40% more grooming surface and pushing power than a standard machine, as well as state-of-the-art technology to provide the best snow surface possible.
Four new trails debut at Loon this season: Upper and Lower Twitcher and Jobber, which are expert trails on South Peak; and Dropline, a novice trail and the new home of Loon’s Burton Progression Park. The new trail names are all logging terms that follow the naming convention of many of Loon’s classic trails, such as Walking Boss, Flume and Ripsaw. Upper and Lower Twitcher and Jobber will add even more terrain variety on South Peak.
This winter, the parks lineup changes with new and improved locations on the mountain. The Burton Progression Park, formerly on Little Sister, has been moved to a new trail called Dropline located off Bear Pause, next to Grand Junction. Little Sister Park has been renamed as Springboard Park and moves to the trail formerly known as Race City. Springboard – in addition to Brookway Extension and Flying Fox – showcases some of the mountain’s best jibs and intermediate features. NASTAR will move from the former Race City trail to a new location on Lower Twitcher on South Peak. Missing Link Park, the natural park that debuted last winter and features elements made from materials from the surrounding woods, moves to skiers’ right of the new Dropline trail. The signature Loon Mountain Park – consistently ranked by Transworld Snowboarding as a top park in the East – stays put in its location off the Seven Brothers lift. Readers of Transworld Snowboarding voted Loon Mountain Park a top 3 park in the east again this year.

Loon plans to open for the 2011-2012 winter season in early to mid November. New England Passes are available at preseason prices through October 10. For more information and to purchase New England Passes visit www.loonmtn.com.

Fall Foliage Lift Ticket Special

SKI NH ANNOUNCES FALL FOLIAGE
LIFT TICKET SPECIAL

Anywhere, Anytime Ticket Packages offer savings of up to $20 off
weekend and holiday lift tickets

NORTH WOODSTOCK, NH, SEPTEMBER 2011 - To celebrate the arrival of foliage, Ski NH has announced a Fall Foliage Special on its Anywhere, Anytime Lift Ticket Packages: buy twelve or more lift tickets, and get one free. This special is valid for purchases through October 11.

Anywhere, Anytime Lift Ticket packages are ideal for those who ski or snowboard on weekends and holidays, offering $11-$20 off the regular ticket price. The packages consist of fully-transferable lift tickets that are valid every day of the 2011-12 ski and snowboard season. Packages begin at a minimum of six lift tickets, with no more than 50% of the tickets from one ski area. Skiers and snowboarders can customize a mix of lift tickets to their favorite ski areas; tickets are broken down into six price categories of $20, $30, $43, $54, $56 and $66 per ticket. Packages are ideal to share with friends, family and co-workers. They are also an excellent and convenient choice for holiday gift giving.

Those who buy twelve or more tickets through October 11 will receive one additional free ticket. In addition, there's a volume discount of 10% off orders valued at more than $5,000. These offers are both valid until October 11, 2011.

Ski areas included in the offer are Loon Mountain, Bretton Woods, Attitash Mountain Resort, Wildcat Mountain, Cannon Mountain, Waterville Valley, Mount Sunapee, Gunstock Mountain Resort, Cranmore Mountain, Pats Peak, Crotched Mountain, Ragged Mountain, Black Mountain, King Pine at Purity Spring Resort, Dartmouth Skiway, Granite Gorge, and McIntyre Ski Area.

Since there are limited ticket quantities available, skiers and riders should make their purchase sooner than later to be sure to get their favorite ski areas. For details on Ski NH's Anywhere Anytime Ticket Packages and order forms, visit www.SkiNH.com or call 800-88-SKI-NH (800-887-5464).

Ski NH is the statewide association representing 38 alpine and cross country resorts and more than 200 lodging and guest service properties in New Hampshire. For more information on ski areas, lodging packages, and updated winter events at Ski NH resorts, call Ski NH at (800) 88-SKI-NH (800-887-5464) or visit the Ski NH website at www.SkiNH.com.

Weekend Events around Lincoln, NH April 1-3, 2011

The annual Slush Pool Party takes place this weekend at Loon. This is a fun event to just watch if you are not daring enough to ski across the slush pool. Here are the details: Come join us as we celebrate our annual Slush Pool Party at the base of the Octagon Lodge. Registration in the Bunyan Room from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., event will begin at 12 noon Free for the first 75 participants over 10 years old with a signed waiver, if you are under 18 you will need a parent's siganture. Must have a ticket or seasons pass to participate.

Bode Fest 2011 will be heald at Cannon Mountain on Saturday April 2, 2011. Though the event is sold out there are still some events you can participate in at the mountain. Here is a link to the Bode Fest website.

NH Maple Experence at the Rocks Estate The Rocks Estate has expanded its Rite of Spring Maple Season for 2011. Each weekend will feature several educational and hands on experiences for entire families from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Get your sweet tooth ready! Maple sugaring marks the end of a long New Hampshire winter and brings bright thoughts of spring. Join us to hear the legend of how maple sugaring began, why sap flows, and how to ID a tree. Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon, help tap a maple tree and learn the process of how sap changes to syrup. Tour includes a donut, sour pickles and maple syrup. A rotating exhibit of Maple artifacts can be viewed throughout the year in the newly renovated 1906 building. Reservations for the tours are advised by calling 603-444-6228. Cost: Adults $10, Children $7.

FREE BREWERY TOURS

DAILY at NOON

Woodstock Inn Brewery is now offering FREE Brewery tours, rain or shine, daily at Noon in the brewery. There will be a short demonstration and a showcase of our products. Woodstock Inn Brewery has won several national awards for its ales especially Pig's Ear Brown that has won the National Beer Tasting Championships two years in a row. A great place to take a break in the middle of a busy day and discover some award winning beers brewed right here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.