Saturday, November 24, 2012

Activities Schedule November 26 to December 1 , 2012


Monday, November 26th , 2012
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.
2:15PM         See the Kanc ($5 per person)Join Eric as he takes a ride over the famous Kancamagus highway. This is a trip to get guests oriented with the area. We will make stops at: height of the land overlooks, Sabbaday Falls(conditions permitting), Rocky Gorge, and Albany Covered Bridge.. This trip is designed to show you spots along the Kanc that might be of interest later in the week. The trail will probably be muddy so boots or other sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!
7:30PM   Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) 
Come down to the lobby and enjoy the movie We Bought a Zoo. We will supply the popcorn.

 Tuesday,  November 27th , 2012
10:00AM         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 13 or more people sign up we will travel by caravan
3:00PM Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (FREE EVENT) 
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.
4:00PM        Taco Tuesday at CJ’s Penalty Box/Brittany’s Restaurant.   Head down to CJ’s and enjoy $1 tacos.  They set up a make your own Taco Bar.  You can make hard or soft tacos, nachos, and more.  They also offer several beverage specials.  Taco Bar is set up until 7:00PM
7:30PM        Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) 
Come down to the lobby and enjoy Tower Heist We will supply the popcorn. 

Wednesday,  November 28th, 2012
10:00AM  Shopping at Tilton Outlets $10 per person (minimum of 8 people required)
     Leave the driving to us.  We will head down to the Tilton Outlets to allow you to             catch some of the amazing deals that can                  be found at the Tanger Tilton Outlets.   Lunch is on your own. Uno’s is located at the Outlets  We will be here for   approximately 2-3 hours
 7:00PM          Half Moon Jewelry Design (Bracelet kits start at $10) (Childrens projects available for those age under 10 start at $8.00 per kit)
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!
7:30PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) 
Come down to the lobby and enjoy Beetlejuice  We will supply the popcorn. 


Thursday,  November 29th, 2012
10:00AM    Everywhere & Nowhere Tour ($15 in  13-Passenger Bus)
Join Eric as he heads through northern NH in search of wildlife and other scenic sights. This trip doesn't go anywhere in particular, but you are likely to see wildlife, covered bridges, scenic overlooks, waterfalls, and other things you would have never seen without this trip!!  There will be a Lunch(not included in price) stop somewhere along the route.
7:00PM Bingo ($1 per card)
Come down to the Fun Factory for a fun game of Bingo!!  Prizes are all cash, and will depend on how many cards are purchased by guests...so the more guests and cards you play, the bigger the prizes!!! ( We must have 10 people to play )
7:30PM         Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) 
Come down to the lobby and enjoy the movie Zookeeper   We will supply the popcorn.

Friday,  November 30th, 2012
7:30PM         Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) 
Come down to the lobby and enjoy the movie  Chitty Chitty Bang Bang We will supply the popcorn.

Saturday,  December 1st, 2012
10:00AM        Sand Art ($3-$7 depends on the size of bottle)
                Join the Eric  in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art! 
11:00AM           Wii Games (FREE)
Come down to the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook where you will join Eric to play some Nintendo Wii! This is a great chance for anyone, any age to show off their Wii skills! Limit to 4 people due to space.  There will be 2 sessions each 30 minutes long. Please no repeat signups.
1:00PM         Hike or 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.  If conditions are not ideal for snowshoeing we will just hike the trail
The trail will probably be slippery so boots or other sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!

7:00PM        Half Moon Jewelry Design (Necklace sets start at $15.  Set contains a necklace kit with matching earrings.  Ear wires are Sterling Silver unless otherwise stated)
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! 
7:30PM         Facebook Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) Go to our Facebook  Page and vote for the movie you want to see tonight.  We will supply the popcorn.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

2012 Holiday Meals in Western White Mountains

The following is a list of dining options for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Years Day in the western White Mountains of New Hampshire. Updated weekly.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

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.