Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Updated Spring 2011 Ski Lift Ticket Specials

updated on 3/23/2011

Effective Monday 3/28/2011 Cannon will be offering 2 for $67 everyday until the end of the season. Single tickets are $42 per person.
These are some of the new Spring Ski Special for Ski Areas in the White Mountains. Many of the specials I posted earlier are still valid and can be found here.








Attitash -(added 3/4) St. Patrick's Day - Enjoy $17 lift tickets on St. Patrick's Day, (March 17), along with $7 Mountain Coaster rides.-

(added 3/4) March Friday Ticket Madness - Ski or ride Fridays in March for only $35.











Waterville Valley -St. Patrick's Day - Ski or ride for $17 on March 17.

April Fool's Day - Ski or ride for $1 on April 1, no joke!

-(added 3/7) Wednesday & Thursday Spring Special - Your all-day lift ticket is just $25 every Wednesday & Thursday.







Wildcat Mountain -(added 3/4) St. Patrick's Day - Enjoy $17 lift tickets on St. Patrick's Day (March 17).-(added 3/4) March Friday Ticket Madness - Ski or ride Fridays in March for only $35.







Tuesday, March 8, 2011

A sign of the times



This is that time of year where you will start seeing these signs spring up along many of our roads. Heed these warnings or you might find yourself at the local auto repair center fixing a tire or having your car re-aligned.

With the recent rains and cold weather, the frost heave season is just warming up. I know some of you will come to Lincoln up I-91 thru Vermont and with the advice of your GPS will take Exit 15. If you like your car please ignore your GPS and take Exit 17 for Wells River. Once here take Route 302 East thru Woodsville. In Bath turn Right onto Route 112 East towards Lincoln.

There are stretches of Route 112 that will have many of these signs, but it will be far less than if you follow your GPS andf take Exit 15. I mention this because several of the resort gusts this week have mentioned this to me.

Consider yourself warned. Travel safe and take it easy when you see orange signs stuck in a snowbank.

Monday, March 7, 2011

Spring Skiing at NH Ski Resorts

SPRING ARRIVES AT NEW HAMPSHIRE SKI RESORTS

A deep base of snow, special events and values on lift tickets and season passes await NH guests

NORTH WOODSTOCK, NH, MARCH 2011 - As spring arrives at New Hampshire ski areas, so do fun events, discounted lift tickets and specials on 2011-12 season passes. The 2010-11 winter is one New Hampshire skiers and riders will remember for quite some time. Plentiful snowfall and consistent winter weather have made this one of the better winters in recent memory. As a result, all that snow has enabled most areas to offer skiing and riding on 100% of their terrain, even this late in the season. A deep base of snow has ensured a classic spring skiing season with uncrowded slopes, comfortable temperatures and discounted lift tickets.

Many traditions come along with sliding on snow in the spring. Among these are light-hearted special events that families and friends can enjoy while taking in the sun and enjoying the soft snow. Probably the most notorious of spring events are pond skimming events, where participants skim across an icy pond of water on their skis or snowboard trying to make it to the other side without going for a swim. Other offerings include on-snow golf tournaments, cardboard box races, live music, recreational family ski races, terrain park competitions, and more. For a complete listing of events offered this spring at NH ski resorts, visit SkiNH.com's events calendar.

As warmer temperatures move in, many skiers and riders thoughts wander to other summer activities and hobbies. Because of this, most NH ski areas offer discounts on their lift tickets to entice guests to keep hitting the slopes. Many ski areas simply discount their everyday lift ticket prices, while others create interesting and fun promotions. Many areas offer 2-for-1 lift ticket days or specify certain days of the week when discounts apply; you can find discounts in New Hampshire every midweek day this time of year. Some areas also have special events that include lift tickets as inexpensive as $1! For a complete listing of these deals across New Hampshire, visit the "Deals" page at SkiNH.com.

A more recent spring tradition is the sale of next year's season passes during the current spring ski season. These pass sales always offer a savings for buying in advance and most have deadlines in the next month or two. For a complete listing of 2011-12 season pass specials in NH, visit the "Season Pass" page at SkiNH.com.

"We hope people keeping hitting the slopes this spring well into April, and possibly even May, thanks to the very deep base of snow we currently have. The combination of good snow conditions, spring weather, scenery, affordable pricing and special events really create what many consider the most fun part of the ski season here in New Hampshire," added Karl Stone, Ski NH's Marketing Director.

Ski NH is the statewide association representing 37 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. 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.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Activities Schedule for March 4 to 12, 2011

Friday, March 4th, 2011

10:00AM Build and Paint your own Birdhouse ($3 per birdhouse)
Come down to the Fun Factory to build your very own birdhouse. Everyone will get a kit to build the birdhouse themselves, and Steve will be there to guide you along in the process. Once they are built you will have an opportunity to paint it any way you’d like.
11:00AM Toddler Paint Hour (FREE EVENT)
Bring the kids to the fun factory for a chance for them to meet other children and finger paint or paint a picture to bring home! This event is geared for children ages 1-6, older children are welcome to join in the fun!
1:00PM Caramel Apples ($1 per apple)
Join Steve in the Fun Factory to create your own caramel apple!! We will provide everything you need, including apples, caramel, and toppings! So come on down to make a delicious treat
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Saturday, March 5th, 2011
10:00AM Wii Games (FREE)
Come down to the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook where you will join Steve to play some Nintendo Wii! This is a great chance for anyone, any age to show off their Wii skills! Limit to 8 people due to time.
2:30PM Sand Art ($1-$6 depends on the size of bottle)
Join the Recreational staff in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.


Monday, March 7th, 2011


9:00AM Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierge for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts and juice!
2:00pm Covered Bridge Tour ($10 per person)
Join us as we head west of Lincoln to see a few covered bridges. First we will stop at the Swiftwater Covered Bridge, which is a smaller bridge with a beautiful waterfall underneath it. After that we will head to the Haverhill-Bath Covered Bridge, which is 1 of 2 completely original bridges left in the country. Finally we will stop at the Bath Covered Bridge, which is the longest covered bridge entirely in the state of NH. Also at the Bath Covered Bridge is the Brick Store, America’s Oldest General Store! If conditions are right we may be treated to an alpine glow on the return through Sugar Hill
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011
10:00AM Snowshoe the Basin ($15 if snowshoes rented, FREE if you have your own snowshoes)
Join Eric on an easy stroll through the Basin. The Basin itself is a small waterfall and rock formation also known as the Old Man on the Mountain’s Foot. From there we will either hike through the “Baby Flume” or up the Basin Cascades Trail. Both of which have very nice waterfalls and scenery.
1:00PM Snowmobile Tour ($100 per sled)
Join us as we head over to Sledventures for a 2+ hour guided snowmobile tour! 2 people can go on one sled, or you can go it alone on your own sled! Beginners and first timers welcome! This is a guided tour up to Bog Pond, or through the Franconia Notch!
3:00PM Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (CARAVAN ONLY)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup. You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
5:00PM Wine and Cheese Social (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the Main Lobby and enjoy a delicious cheese platter, as well as a glass or two of wine! Eric will be there to answer any questions you may have, but this is simply an event for guests to socialize with each other.
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.


Wednesday, March 9th, 2011


10:00AM Snowshoe Sabbaday Falls ($15 snowshoe rental)
Join us as we head out on the Kanc over to Sabbaday Falls. This is a 3/4 mile round trip hike up to a 3 tiered waterfall!! Most of the trail is flat, except for one small hill. This is a very scenic area with a beautiful waterfall!
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($12 per bracelet) (or $15-$17 per ankle bracelet)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Thursday, March 10th, 2011

1:00PM Snowmobile Tour ($100 per sled)
Join us as we head over to Sledventures for a 2+ hour guided snowmobile tour! 2 people can go on one sled, or you can go it alone on your own sled! Beginners and first timers welcome! This is a guided tour up to Bog Pond, or through the Franconia Notch!
6:30PM Half Moon Jewelry Level 2 Workshop ($12-15 per earring set) (Ages 13+ only!!)
Join Joyce Schwartz in the Fun Factory to make your own earrings! This class is for those who have prior jewelry/bead experience. She will have the earring kits and beads for you, and will help guide you on the process of creating your own earrings!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Friday, March 11th, 2011
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Saturday, March 12th, 2011
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.


(SUGGESTED SNOWSHOE HIKES)
Snowshoe Rentals are available from the Adventure Concierge for $15


Snowshoe Greeley Ponds
head over to Greeley Ponds off of the famous Kanc. This is a 2.5 mile round trip hike into the woods to a pair of picturesque ponds. There are plenty of nice views along the way as well. This is considered a more strenuous hike

Snowshoe to Loon
Enjoy a scenic walk over to Loon Mountain. You will walk along the bike path at the bottom of the driveway across 112 and along the river until we get to the bridge at Loon Mountain. This is a 2 mile, flat, easy hike mostly going alongside the Pemi River so be sure to bring your camera! This is considered a easy hike

Snowshoe the Flume
Enjoy the Flume in the Winter. This is a 2 mile round-trip hike through one of the most beautiful areas mother nature has created in the White Mountains. We will see the gorge itself, which is 800 ft long and 90 ft tall, you will see about 4 different waterfalls, 2 covered bridges, an area called “the pool”, and of course, amazing scenery. Be sure to bring a camera! This is a moderate to strenuous hike.