The 7 Most Iconic Ski Runs on the East Coast The East Coast, or, the ‘Ice Coast’, as some may say it, is widely regarded as having some of the most icy and variable conditions in North America. Due to this, challenging runs on the East Coast are often overlooked. This article should change that, however, as it is a list of all of the most challenging and iconic ski […] Industry News Jake Benton | June 26, 2024 5 Comments
23/24 Skier Visits in Vermont and New Hampshire Show Successful Season Any discussion of the ski season has to start with the weather and the 800-pound gorilla outside the room. Eastern skiers and riders want it cold for snowmaking while they wait for snow; Western residents need big storms to cover their great expanses of terrain. Early season conditions for the 23-24 season posed challenges for both eastern and western ski […] Industry News David Michael | June 26, 2024 0 Comments
NASA: Heat Dome Brings a Blast of Heat in the East An area of high pressure lingered in the upper atmosphere over the U.S. Midwest and Northeast in June 2024. This pushed warm air toward the surface and trapped it there—a weather phenomenon meteorologists call a heat dome. Related: NOAA Winter 2024/25 Early Forecast: La Niña Returns and What That Means For Next Winter’s Ski Season Heat domes put the brakes […] Weather WeatherBrains | June 21, 2024 0 Comments
Hunter Mountain, NY: Lift Upgrades Update Hunter Mountain, located in Hunter, New York, is significantly upgrading its lift system this summer. Hunter is replacing its B Lift, “Broadway”, with a state-of-the-art, high-speed-detachable six-person lift built by Leitner-Poma. The new lift will be called Broadway Express. The current B Lift, a fixed grip quad, will be relocated to replace the current Lift-E, a fixed grip double. The B […] Industry News Jake Benton | June 20, 2024 0 Comments
Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Wachusett Mountain, MA – Mountain Skiing, Minutes Away A tiny little hill tucked away in Princeton, Massachusetts, Wachusett Mountain offers locals the opportunity to ski without enduring the long drive north to bigger mountains such as Okemo, Loon, and Sugarloaf. The resort’s jingle is seared into every Central Massachusetts skier’s mind: “Waaa Wa Wachusett, Wachusett Mountain, Mountain Skiing, Minutes Away!”—and it offers exactly that. With the majority of […] Dylan Bradley | June 20, 2024 0 Comments
Discover The Summer Solstice Sessions at Jay Peak Resort, VT: An Unmatched Winter Sports and Summer Fusion Event Forget the bug spray and backyard bonfires, Vermont’s Jay Peak Resort is throwing a summer solstice bash that’ll have you reaching for your skis and boards instead of sunscreen. The annual Summer Solstice Sessions isn’t your typical summer celebration; it’s a quirky mashup of winter sports and summer vibes that’s become a favorite for adventurous souls. On Saturday, June 22, […] Industry News Jack Bynum | June 18, 2024 0 Comments
Jay Peak, VT, Announces Price Freezes and Reductions to Help Keep Skiing Affordable Over the last few years, inflation in the U.S. has been a hot topic. In 2022, it reached a 40-year high due to post-pandemic demand, supply chain disruptions, and increased energy prices. While the inflation rate has slowed to more moderate levels today, many consumers are still feeling the financial strain of increased prices over the last handful of years. […] Industry News Brent Thomas | June 17, 2024 0 Comments
Hometown Mountain Shout Out: Stowe, VT—Learning to Ski and Conquering The Nose Dive I grew up in Albany, New York, and skied locally at Royal Mountain which is located in the Adirondack Foothills. I also skied areas in southern Vermont like Bromley Mountain Ski Resort & Stratton Mountain Resort. For many years, my family went to Stowe, Vermont, in early March to celebrate my Dad’s birthday. I started skiing during the winter of 1965-66 when a […] Industry News David Michael | June 17, 2024 0 Comments
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