More and better trails enhance New Hampshire ski areas in 2009-2010

Attitash, Bartlett

Capital Improvements
New snowmaking pipe, snow guns, flow meters and more are being installed in order to ensure optimal snow quality regardless of what Mother Nature provides.  Enhancements are also being made to the base areas and lodges.  The rental shop will be getting an upgraded inventory as well.

The Balsams Wilderness Ski Area, Dixville Notch

Learn to Ski Programs
Learn to Ski or Ride package includes a lesson, novice lift ticket, and rentals for $80.

Black Mountain, Jackson

Learn to Ski Programs
Learn to Ski or Ride package includes a lesson, all-day lift ticket, and rentals for $59.

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Family Passport tickets for two parents and two juniors (ages 6-17) are $99 any day and $79 midweek, non-holiday.
Black Monday -- Local full-time residents ski or ride for $15 on non-holiday Mondays.
Girls Day Out. Ladies ski or ride on every non-holiday Tuesday for $20 and receive a coupon package for local businesses. 
Wednesday Half-Day -- Ski or ride half day on Wednesdays (12:30-4 p.m.) for $15. Breakfast Club. Skiers and riders age 55 and older ski all day on Thursday for $20, and receive breakfast.
Carroll County Sunday Afternoons -- Residents of Carroll County ski or ride on Sundays after 12:30 p.m. for $10; valid ID is required.

Bretton Woods, Bretton Woods

Learn to Ski Programs
Red Carpet Learn to Ski or Ride package includes ski or board rental, a group lesson and unlimited access to the Learning Center Quad chairlift for $75.

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Two-for-One Wednesdays -- Two people can ski or ride for the price of one regular midweek lift ticket on non-holiday Wednesdays.

Capital Improvements
Bretton Woods is now home to one of the longest, year-round Canopy Tours in the United States.  The tour descends over 1,000 vertical feet and consists of a series of tree-top zip lines, suspension bridges, and hiking trails. 

Cannon Mountain, Franconia Notch

Capital Improvements
Among projects currently underway are improvements to the Notchview and Peabody Base Lodge that will result in doubling the size of the pub, base lodge, and family room areas.  Cannon is also conducting small-scale brushing and trimming on the recently re-opened Mittersill Ski Area.  Other projects include the purchase of a Prinoth BR350 grooming machine, new snowmaking pump, upgrades to mechanical and electrical systems, and expansions to the rental shop and retail areas.

Cranmore Mountain, North Conway

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Online 2-fer-1 -- Get two lift tickets for the price of one by buying lift tickets online for any Monday-Thursday, non-holiday.
Add-a-Day -- Save on your second day of skiing or riding.  Present your lift ticket before 4 p.m. and purchase a ticket for the next day at savings of up to 30 percent.
Hybrid Vehicle Days. -- Come to Cranmore on January 23 or March 20 in your hybrid vehicle and receive one free lift ticket per car.
After 2, Tomorrow Too -- Purchase a lift ticket or rental package after 2 p.m. and get that day and the following day for the price of a single lift ticket or rental package.
Weekender Ticket -- Buy a 2-day, non-holiday Saturday-Sunday lift ticket online and save $5 off the already discounted price.
Boston Ski Show 3-day Ticket -- Visit the Cranmore booth at the Boston Ski Show to purchase three days of skiing, valid any day, for $99.
Wax and Tune -- Purchase 5 equipment tunes for $80, the price of 4 tunes.
  Super Slider Ticket -- Guests of all ages can enjoy night skiing (2-8 p.m.), two hours of snowtubing, and two hour Fun Zone admission for $49.  Valid every Saturday night from December 26-March 13.
Free Fridays -- Buy a three-day lift ticket online in advance for a non-holiday Friday-Sunday and get Friday's ticket for free.
Kids Ski Free on their Birthdays -- Register your child's birthday online at Cranmore.com to get a free lift ticket for that day.  Valid for ages 6-12 with proof of birth date and registration at least 48 hours in advance.

Learn to Ski Programs
Three Then Free -- Take three beginner or intermediate group lessons and receive a free season pass for the rest of the winter (ages 13 and older). Kids Rule -- Take four kids' camps and receive a free season pass (ages 6-14).

Crotched Mountain, Bennington

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Tuesday College Night -- College students ski or ride for $19 on Tuesday nights from 5-9 p.m.
Two-fer Tuesday -- Two people ski or ride for $22 per person all day on Tuesdays.
Family Fun Sunday -- From 2:30-5 p.m. every Sunday, lift tickets are $19 with $10 rentals and $10 tips from the pros.
End of Day Snowpass -- Monday through Thursday, ski or ride from 7-9 p.m. for $19.
Freedom Friday College Night -- College students ski or ride 5 p.m.-3 a.m. for $29 with a valid student ID.
Military Special -- Active military personnel and family can buy $39 lift tickets and a $59 ticket, rental, lesson package from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. every day.

Learn to Ski Programs
Ski & Ride 101 -- Program includes a beginner area lift ticket, rental equipment, and a lesson with a pro for $79 anytime.

Capital Improvements
The lodge entrance will have a new welcoming feel along with a new high-tech floor covering.  The upstairs of the lodge will now have afireplace. Improvements are also being made to the snowmaking system as well as the natural snow trails.

Granite Gorge, Keene

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Ticket Packs -- Purchase lift tickets in 10-, 15-, and 20-packs with increasing discounts.

Capital Improvements
The rental shop at Granite Gorge has been expanded and relocated for more convenient service.  The snowtubing area has added new Tube Pro tubes in both single and double rider formats.

Great Glen Trails, Pinkham Notch

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Trails Total Ticket -- The new Total Trails Ticket, known as T3, includes cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowtubing, access to the climbing wall and a ride on the SnowCoach up Mount Washington.  The T3 ticket costs $69 for adults and $49 for juniors, ages 5-12.

Learn to Ski Programs
Family Lesson Package -- The program begins with separate instruction; after the initial lesson the entire family gets together and then can go out as a family.  Includes a ski lesson, rental equipment, trail pass and hot chocolate for $45 for adults and $25 for children.

Capital Improvements
Construction is set to begin on the fifth rendition of the Glen House.  The Glen House will be a full service hotel located at Great Glen Trails and the base of the Mount Washington Auto Road.  It will consist of approximately 80 rooms and offer views of the Presidential Mountains and Great Gulf.  Cross country ski trails will run directly from the Glen House to the Great Glen Trails network of trails.

Gunstock, Gilford

Capital Improvements
Gunstock is completing a $3.25-million dollar expansion.  Guests will find a new fixed-grip quad chairlift along with two new trails and two extended trails in the Gunshy Beginner Complex.  Upgrades are also being made to the snowmaking system through the addition of 4.5 miles of new snowmaking pipe, 13 new tower fan guns, and refitting 25 Ratnik tower guns to be more efficient.  These snowmaking improvements along with a capacity of 6,000 gallons of water per minute will result in nearly double the snowmaking capacity over 2006-2007.

Jackson XC, Jackson

Learn to Ski Programs
Easy Sliders. -- This gentle, one-hour introduction to XC skiing and fitness is held on Tuesdays and Fridays.  Rate is $10 for the session, including rentals. Get 4 and GO -- New skiers can get four days of rentals, lessons, and trails passes and, upon completion, a club season pass membership for $189.

King Pine and Purity Spring Resort, East Madison

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Two-for-One Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays -- Get two lift tickets for the price of one on non-holiday Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Moonlight Family 4-Pack -- Two adults and two children can ski or ride Saturday nights (or holiday nights) from 4 to 9 p.m. for $49.
Weekender Pass -- Purity Spring Resort and Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort guests can buy one pass good for skiing and riding from Friday at 4 p.m. through Sunday at 4 p.m. for $78 for adults and $54 for juniors.
  Sunday Afternoons -- After 12:30 p.m. on non-holiday Sundays, adults can ski and ride for $20 and juniors can ski or ride for $14.
Multi-day Savings -- Guests who want to ski the next day can do so for $34 for adults and $24 for juniors. 
Frequent Skier Cards -- Save 20 percent off regular, full-price, all-day lift tickets, non-transferable, limited to one use per day.  Cards cost $29 for adults (ages 13 and older) and $19 for juniors (ages 6-12).

Learn to Ski Programs
First Timer Package -- Package includes an all-day Powder Bear (beginner) lift ticket, equipment rental and one group lesson.  The cost is $66. Master the Mountain is a flexible three-session learning package, including three all-day lift tickets, three lessons, and three days of rentals.  Cost is $158 for adults and $134 for ages 6-12.

Capital Improvements
Mountain has added a dozen new, energy-efficient tower snow guns.  The rental shop added 70 pairs of skis.  The guest experience was enhanced with upgrades to parking and signage.  The snowtubing area was also improved.

Mount Sunapee, Newbury

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Magic Monday -- Ski or ride non-holiday Mondays for $42.
Ladies Day Tuesday -- On non-holiday Tuesdays, ladies receive a lift ticket and luncheon buffet for $49; childcare is available for half-price.
Twofer Wednesday -- Every non-holiday Wednesday, two lift tickets cost the price of one ($64).
Free Lunch Thursday -- Purchase a full-price, all-day lift ticket and receive a $12 voucher for lunch at any of Mount Sunapee's food outlets.
New Hampshire Resident Sunday Special -- New Hampshire residents with proof of residency can get a lift ticket on non-holiday Sunday afternoons (noon-4 p.m.) for $38.
Flex Card -- The card entitles its holder to 25-50 percent off lift tickets seven days a week, along with $10 off equipment rentals and ski/snowboard workshops. 
6-Pack -- Pre-purchase six unrestricted, single, full-day lift tickets for the price of five. 
Online Specials -- For adults who purchase a full-price, all-day ticket Sunday-Friday, up to two children ages 6-18 can ski or ride for half price.  Online coupon is required; check mtsunapee.com for available dates; holidays are excluded.
Bring the Grandchildren -- Guests age 60 and older who purchase a full-price, full-day lift ticket can bring a grandchild (ages 6-18) for half price. 

Learn to Ski Programs
Get Into Skiing or Snowboarding -- The first day consists of a two-hour lesson, rental equipment and a South Peak Learning Area lift ticket for $80.  Second and third days can be added for $40 per day. 
Midweek Get Into Skiing or Snowboarding -- A specially priced one-day, midweek, non-holiday program consists of a two-hour lesson, rental equipment and a South Peak Learning Area lift ticket for $49.
Families First -- This program allows families to learn to ski or ride together.  Family members, age 8 and up, are placed in the same lesson group. Tag-A-Long Program allows a parent to join a private lesson for his/her 3-4 year old and learn the methods of teaching that instructors use.
Free Introduction to Skiing/Riding -- From opening day at the South Peak Learning Area until December 20, 2009, beginner skiers and riders ages 8 and older will receive a free learn to ski/ride package; advance reservations are required.

Capital Improvements
Mount Sunapee purchased ten more energy efficient snow guns.  A new gladed trail was cut on Mount Sunapee's South Peak Learning Area.  The main terrain park will now incorporate part of a third trail with four progression lines and has been renamed "603".

Pats Peak, Henniker

Bargains on Lift Tickets
POP (Pay One Price) -- Saturday nights from December 26 through the end of the season, guests can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing (5-10 p.m.), rental equipment, lesson tips, entertainment, and more from 3-10 p.m. for $39 for all ages.

Learn to Ski Programs
Starter Special -- Program for ages 6+ includes a beginner group lesson, rental equipment and lift ticket to the Valley Area.  The cost is $70.
Passport Program -- Beginner skiers or snowboarders take lessons for four days and receive a season pass for the rest of the season.
Weekend Learn to Ski and Snowboard Program -- This seven-week program is held on Saturday or Sunday with one hour of instruction and skiing the rest of the day.

Capital Improvements
Among the projects last summer were major improvements to the "Bears' Den" home to the learning program, which doubled the area's size and includes new bathrooms and a separate kids' kitchen.  High-end skiers and riders will find a new lift-serviced terrain park.  Snowmaking has been improved with the addition of more fan guns, more HKD snow guns and more snowmaking pipe.  The Alpine Training Center for racers has doubled in size.  The rental shop will offer 400 new pairs of skis and bindings, 400 new pairs of boots, and 100 new snowboards.  Regrading of the base area will result in an additional 50 parking spaces.  New secret gladed areas have been added that require secret lines to discover, some of which involve hiking.

Statewide

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Anywhere, Anytime Ticket Packages -- The packages consist of fully transferable lift tickets valid any day during the 2009-10 ski season, including holidays and weekends, with no blackout dates.  Skiers and snowboarders can customize a mix of lift tickets to their favorite ski areas; tickets are broken down into five price categories of $25, $30, $42, $52, and $60 per ticket.  Visit SkiNH.com for details or to order.
4th Grade Earn Your Turns Program -- To participate in the program, fourth graders complete an assignment or extra credit project related to the history of skiing and riding in New Hampshire.  Teachers then submit student names and they receive a coupon book with a lift ticket and trail pass to every Ski NH member area.
5th Grade Snowsports Passport Program -- To receive the 5th grade coupon book, complete an application, submit a copy of the fifth grader's report card, and include a $20 processing fee.  The book consists of 1-3 lift tickets and trail passes to every Ski NH member area, along with other discounts.

Waterville Valley, Waterville Valley

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Buy it Online -- Buy your lift ticket 48 hours in advance online and save $10 off the regular price for downhill tickets and $2 for cross country tickets.
$12 Sunday Kids Tickets -- Kids 12 and younger can ski or ride on non-holiday Sundays for $12.
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!

Learn to Ski Programs
Learn to Ski/Ride Passport Program -- Participants (ages 7 and older) receive a lesson, equipment rentals and beginner lift ticket on the first day for $80, along with a WV Pocket Guide with incentives for second and third visits.
  After three days, participants receive a WV Love to Ski and Ride Pass which is good for 50 percent off lift tickets, lessons, rentals, and more for the rest of the season.
Family "First Trails" -- Families can enjoy learning a new sport and sharing their first experience on snow together with Family First Trails.  It's designed for parents and children ages 7-12 who have never skied or snowboarded before.  The package includes rental equipment, a learning area lift ticket for the day, and a 2-hour beginner lesson served up family-style. 
Olympic Deal -- Three "WV Learn to Ski and Ride Weekends" are on the calendar for December 12-13, January 9-10, and March 20-21.  Each will feature $21 learn to ski or ride packages that include lesson, rental equipment, and a beginner area lift ticket for ages 7 and older. 
Nordic Starter Kit -- Enjoy learning the basics of cross country skiing with a lesson, equipment rental and trail pass for $42 ($34 youth/senior) for classic skiing and $46 ($37 youth/senior) for skate skiing.

Wildcat Mountain, Pinkham Notch

Bargains on Lift Tickets
Two for One Wednesdays -- Get two lift tickets for the price of one ($65) on non-holiday Wednesdays.
Next Day $39 -- Ski or ride your next day for $39 with no blackout dates.
$25 Sunday Afternoons -- Ski or ride non-holiday Sunday afternoons for $25.
$9 Fridays -- Visit Wildcat on December 18, January 22, February 26, and March 26; lift tickets are $9.  Next day tickets for $39 can be combined with this offer.

Learn to Ski Programs
Learn to Ski/Ride/Tele Package -- Program includes a lesson, equipment rentals and Snowcat beginner lift ticket for $65.

Capital Improvements
Among the improvements made this summer at Wildcat are additional snowmaking pipe to enhance the snowmaking system.  The Jib Lot was moved to the Lower Catapult Trail to improve the terrain park experience and improvements were made to the maintenance building.