Tuckerman Ravine is one of my favorite alpine playgrounds in New England. Its big alpine vibe and the variety of routes are something you just don’t see on many New England mountains. That is why our recent Tuckerman’s ascent, via Right Gully, was one of my favorite climbs this winter. Tuckerman Ravine is an imposing […]
Read More…Ready to get steep, photo by Kel Rossiter My hiking crew and I recently spent 2 bluebird days working on basic mountaineering skills in Huntington Ravine with Kelly “Kel” Rossiter from Adventure Spirit Rock + Ice + Alpine Experiences. We covered a huge range of topics including crampon use, self-arrest, snow anchors, crevasse rescue and […]
Read More…living the dream, photo by Dave Newman Do you ever have one of those hikes where everything just sort of comes together to create an unforgettable experience? My recent ascent of the Tripyramid North Slide is one of those hikes. This trip combined Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snow climbing in ideal weather conditions. The skills […]
Read More…climbing with a view What do you do on a winter day when the weather is nasty above tree line but perfectly sunny in the valley? Most people go skiing which might explain why we had the Texaco Slab, in Harts Location NH, to ourselves for some top rope ice climbing in perfect conditions. […]
Read More…Hiking above treeline in the winter can be dangerous with high winds, whiteouts and just plain nasty conditions. That is is why it is important to bring the right clothing to face the worst possible conditions. But what is the right clothing? Below is a thinglink picture that shows you what works for me when […]
Read More…Winter hikes rarely go as planned and our recent overnight near Madison Hut was no exception. High winds and sub-zero temperatures kept us from reaching any summits but we still had an epic outdoor experience that I won’t soon forget. starting the hike Two friends and I pulled into the Appalachia trailhead with a plan […]
Read More…it is winter somewhere Waterville Valley combines the quaintness of a classic New England ski area with the services of a destination resort to create one of the best winter experiences this side of the Mississippi. I recently had a great time skiing Waterville. Is this the right ski resort for you? Check out my […]
Read More…Leasing lets you spend more money on hats Did you know that you can lease skis for the entire season? Leasing is significantly cheaper than buying and much more convenient than renting at the mountain. You can easily spend over $2,000 if you buy a set of skis, bindings, boots and poles. This might make […]
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