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Ski Update for 11/30

November 30th, 2007 by jamie a

Check out our list of ski updates for this weekend and enjoy the newly opened slopes! Just click on the name of the resort to see the current forecast and snow conditions for your favorite mountains.

New Hampshire Ski Areas
Attitash- 15 trails anticipated to open for this weekend, 5 lifts, packed powder
Waterville Valley- 10 trails open, 3 lifts, packed powder
Ragged Mountain- opening 12/7
Gunstock Mountain- opening 12/7
Pats Peak- opening 12/1 with 7 trails at 8:30 am!
Whaleback- Jib Harbor open Saturdays 12pm-5pm

Vermont Ski Areas
Jay Peak- 30 trails open, 3 lifts, machine groomed
Bolton Valley- opening 12/7
Ascutney Mountain- opening 12/1
Mad River Glen- opening TBD

Maine Ski Areas
Shawnee Peak- opening 12/8
Saddleback Maine- opening 12/15

New York Ski Areas
Gore Mountain- 8 trails, 2 lifts, packed powder
Windham Mountain- 7 trails, 3 lifts, machine groomed

Massachusetts Ski Areas
Wachusett Mountain- 8 trails, 3 lifts, machine groomed
Ski Butternut- opening 12/7

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Holiday Gifts for Skiers and Snowboarders

November 28th, 2007 by alena s

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Not quite sure what to get that skier or snowboarder on your list this holiday season? Or do they already have every piece of equipment imaginable? Take a look at some unique ideas sure to please any ski fanatic.

Ski Helmet with Built in Audio
The built-in audio in the helmets allow for endless use of MP3 players and cellphones while skiing, not to mention they will keep your loved ones safe on the mountain.

Warren Miller’s Off the Grid DVD
The latest film presented by Warren Miller Entertainment takes viewers to some of the steepest mountains and most extreme terrain yet. This gift will be sure to entertain any skier or boarder for the year to come.

Hotronic Boot Warmer
This foot warmer is sure to keep anyone’s feet cozy throughout the ski day. The battery powered device attaches easily to any boot or shoe and can be adjusted to four different temperature settings.

Powder Passport
What’s better to give to a skier or snowboarder than a day of skiing? This pass allows them to choose from 16 different mountains in the Northeast throughout the upcoming season without any restrictions. Cards can be purchased in 1, 2, 3, 5, and 7 day increments.

Wheeled Double Ski and Snowboard Bag
This Bag can hold up to two snowboards or a snowboard and two pairs of skis. The two boot compartments can be removed and used as a day pack. Plus, the wheels are perfect for the destination skier.

Planning a trip to Northeast ski resorts? Choose from 16 different mountains at one low price with the Powder Passport.

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Opening Dates for Northeast Ski Areas

November 20th, 2007 by alena s

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Time to sharpen those skis and snowboards! One by one ski areas are beginning to open in the Northeast. Below is a list of the ski areas that have already opened and the anticipated opening date for those that have not.

New Hampshire Ski Areas
Attitash- OPEN
Waterville Valley- OPEN
Ragged Mountain- 12/1
Gunstock Mountain- 12/7
Pats Peak- 12/1
Whaleback- Jib Harbor Open Saturdays 12pm-5pm

Vermont Ski Areas
Jay Peak- OPEN (over 15 trails open!)
Bolton Valley- Undetermined
Ascutney Mountain- Undetermined
Mad River Glen- As soon as possible after Thanksgiving

Maine Ski Areas
Shawnee Peak- Mid December
Saddleback Maine- 12/15

New York Ski Areas
Gore Mountain- 11/23
Windham Mountain- 11/22

Massachusetts Ski Areas
Wachusett Mountain- 11/23
Ski Butternut- 1st weekend in December

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Powder Passport in the News

November 14th, 2007 by susan j

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The November 14 issue of BostonNOW includes a spread about Winter Getaways, and it mentions Powder Passport, which is now offering a 10% off sale!

Update: The Star has also picked up on Powder Passport as well. Read the story here.

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Start the Ski Season with the Boston Globe Ski Expo

November 13th, 2007 by susan j

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This week, kick off your ski season with a trip to the Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo at Boston’s Bayside Expo Center. Exhibitors include mountain resorts, tour operators, snow sports equipment reps, and more. The Expo starts this Thurday, November 15 and runs though Sunday the 18. Click here for a coupon and a get $3 off the regular admission price.

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Northeast Ski Update

November 9th, 2007 by lori t

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner and that can only mean one thing……the start of ski season at many area ski resorts. Here’s an update on some of our favorite ski areas. It looks like Attitash is making snow and plans to open mid November if possible. Jay Peak, one of the closest ski resorts to our northern neighbors, cranked their snow guns last night and are aiming to open for Thanksgiving weekend. Mad River Glen has about 5 or 6 inches of snow at the top of the hill and is looking to open as soon as possible as of Thanksgiving weekend.  The guns are blasting at Waterville Valley and they are looking at an opening date of November 17.  Heading into New York, it looks like Gore Mountain is planning on an opening date of November 23rd, weather permitting. Happy skiing!

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