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News In Brief…

News In Brief…

Beerfest says 'Bye Bye' to Raven Lodge. BEERFEST ON THE MOVE Mount Washington Alpine Resort is looking at moving the annual Beer Festival from Raven Lodge, due to the Lodge’s popularity. “We’re looking at a new venue for the Beer Fest. Raven is so popular for...

Freehold Proven Popular

Freehold Proven Popular

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is preparing to offer a second phase of freehold ownership sometime in the fall of 2011.

BIKE EVENTS FOR 2011

BIKE EVENTS FOR 2011

The mountain bike community is stoked for a stellar lineup of events, beginning with the Bearclaw Invitational slopestyle event making its return August 4-6.

Winter Snowfall Buries Records

Winter Snowfall Buries Records

If “La Nina” were the words of wisdom to follow as Mount Washington Alpine Resort entered the 2010-2011 winter season, “snow” was the ultimate understatement.

Bye Bye Green Chair… Hello Magic Carpets?

Bye Bye Green Chair… Hello Magic Carpets?

The venerable Green Chair Lift is gone. In its place, four covered Magic Carpets will be installed – the latest in people moving technology for North American ski resorts.

Safety First!

Safety First!

The following are a few Winter Wise Safety Tips to be aware of when you are visiting Mount Washington.

News In Brief

News In Brief

Encompassing people, places and happenings at Mount Washington.

Tourism Mount Washington

Tourism Mount Washington

Media, Social Media and the man known as The Snow Leopard Tourism Mount Washington continues to reach its goals of becoming a recognized and respected destination marketing organization promoting Mount Washington as an all-season Alpine Resort.

The Changing Face of First Aid

The Changing Face of First Aid

I first started with MWSPA in 91-92 season. Back in those days all you needed to be on the ski patrol was a red jacket and a Standard First Aid ticket.