What started off as a lackluster season in New England with only one major storm in December and January has turned in to one for the record books. Back to back to back dumpings in February and into March have given us some top notch conditions to keep enjoying even into April.
I am fortunate that when camp is not in session I am able to get out and have some fun in the outdoors almost any day. On the above day last week there were limitless blue skies and great snow at Loon Mountain. The deep blue of the horizon contrasted nicely with the still snowy peaks of the surrounding mountains; including Mt. Washington in the distance.
The snow was not fresh but it was fast and not too soft from all the sun. Wide open, empty trails made for a day where I was able to pack 30+ runs in with no time wasted on lift lines.
A few days later we were surprised by yet another spring storm. Due to all of the fun we had in the woods I only have one picture from the day.
It was heavy and wet but it set the mountains up for another few weeks of great conditions.
On April 1 I set out for Waterville Valley for their infamous $1 lift ticket April Fools Day.
Talk about ideal conditions. April 1st gave us a thick base of snow, a cloudless sky, and 60 degrees.
All that perfection mixed with practically free lift tickets made for some crowds...at least in the morning. By lunch time all the riff-raff had had their fill and the mountain cleared out.
The above picture is from the top of Waterville (Mt. Tecumseh) looking down at the lower mountain and the town of Waterville Valley below.
That is me in the blue coat, taking in the view before dropping in for another lap. No complaints from that guy!
Here is to a few more killer days on the slopes and then a quick spring thaw so we can toss the boat in the water!