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WINDHAM, New York -- Windham Mountain is gearing up for its third annual "Endless Winter Rail Jam," which will take place Saturday, May 26, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event is free to the public.

The rail jam gives skiers and snowboarders one last chance to get out on snow and ride in a small terrain park that's set up with boxes and rails that they can perform tricks on.

"It's become quite a tradition for us to stockpile snow fo...

FRANCONIA, New Hampshire -- The National Ski Patrol, founded by C. Minot Dole in 1938, supported, and paralleled the growth of the American ski business. Dole and the NSP convinced the Army to activate a division of American mountain soldiers on the eve of World War II and veterans of the 10th Mountain Division formed a network that spread the sport across the country. In the postwar years ski patrols adapted to new challenges brought on by increased growt...

BARTLETT, New Hampshire -- On June 16, Attitash in Bartlett, New Hampshire will open for the summer season under the new ownership of Peak Resorts. Daily operations will continue through Labor Day September 3, 2007. Attractions will be open from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM weather permitting. Guided horseback tours located at the Attitash Fields will be available from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

"The diversity and range of summer activities that we offer at At...

LUDLOW, Vermont -- The National Ski Areas Association, a trade association formed in 1962 for ski area owners and operators nationwide, recently named Okemo Mountain Resort as a winner in its 2006/2007 Marketing and Guest Service Awards.

The awards are presented annually to ski resorts nationwide, both large and small, for their successful marketing and guest service programs that ultimately help grow the sports of skiing and snowboarding. The...

BRETTON WOODS, New Hampshire -- Chris Ellms, Director of Ski Operations of The Mount Washington Resort's ski area, Bretton Woods, announced today that Alexa Bernotavicz has been appointed the Assistant Director of Ski Operations for the Resort.

Bernotavicz is the recipient of a 2006 Ski Area Management magazine SAMMY Future Leadership Award, which honors individuals whose strong, innovative leadership demonstrated at mid-career shows exciting...

HANCOCK, Massachusetts -- You can "name that tune," and "name your own price," but now the public has a chance to "name that turbine." When Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort in Western Massachusetts makes ski industry history this summer with North America's first ski area wind turbine, they're hoping to have a new name for their new $3.9 million GE wind turbine.

The 378-ft. tall turbine actually has a model number ??“ 1.5sle ??“ but the ...

WINDHAM, New York -- Windham Mountain announced today that Dan Frank, president of the resort, intends to step down from that position on July 1. After that, Frank will continue in his role as a member of the ownership group and will focus on long-term resort projects.

"After 25 years at Windham Mountain, I've decided to break away from my daily involvement here," said Frank. "I will still be available as a resource to the ownership group and ...

FRANCONIA NOTCH, New Hampshire -- The Flume Gorge & Gilman Visitor's Center opens for the season on Friday, May 11th. Due to ice still being on the walls of the gorge, there has been a delay in putting in the boardwalks. The walking trails, gift shop, cafeteria and movie are available, with the hope that boardwalks will be in within the next week or so.

Located in Franconia Notch State Park, the Flume Gorge is a natural gorge extending 800 fee...

WATERVILLE VALLEY, New Hampshire -- Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start to summer and Waterville Valley, New Hampshire serves up a 3-day package that kicks it off just right. The "Salute to Summer??? unlimited package features lodging Friday through Sunday night at the Golden Eagle Lodge, Black Bear Lodge, Village Condominium, Snowy Owl Inn or Town Square Condominiums with a whole list of recreation included. On that list is unlimited use of the 1...

STOWE, Vermont -- For many locals and visitors alike, springtime in Stowe means transitioning from spending glorious afternoons skiing and snowboarding to playing golf. After all, Stowe is all about being outdoors and enjoying a variety of the life enhancing sports and activities that the heart of the Green Mountains has to offer. So far, spring 2007 has been filled with sunshine and mild temperatures. The grass is already bright green, flowers are bloomin...