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Welcome to Spring in the Mt. Washington Valley!
 It's time
to enjoy the longer days, warmer
temperatures, sun-filled skies, and of course the
incredible spring skiing. April also brings
white river rafting, hiking, biking, waterfall or covered
bridge tours, shopping, dining, or simply relaxing in
any of the 150 lodging properties that abound
throughout the valley.
Bud to Blossom is the theme for spring in the Mt.
Washington Valley, as the snow begins to melt away
and spring awakens. Choose to
visit during this peaceful time of year and take
advantage of the many specially priced packages
available. Whether you're looking for an outdoor
adventure or simply a quiet getaway, there are
dozens of creative and unique packages from which
to choose. Visit Mount
Washington Valley and
click on the Bud to Blossom wreath to learn more
about these terrific spring packages!
| Out and About |
Tuckerman Inferno Triathlon and
Pentathlon
The fifth annual Tuckerman's Inferno Triathlon and
Pentathlon will be held on Saturday, April 16,
sponsored by Friends of Tuckerman, a non-profit
organization founded to preserve the historic uses of
Tuckerman Ravine. The Pentathlon includes running,
kayaking, biking, hiking up to Tuckerman Ravine, and
then in memory of the famous Inferno Race many
years ago, the final competitor will hike to the start
of a giant slalom course set in the Southeast
snowfields on the cone of Mount Washington and ski
over the Lip of the Headwall back to the floor of the
Ravine and the finish line. In addition to the 20-man
and 30-team pentathlon, the event this year will
feature a 20-woman "Tuckerwoman" solo class for
the pentathlon and a 20-woman "Granitewoman" solo
class for the triathlon. Teams must register in
advance, but this makes for a wonderful spectator
event. . For a complete course map and details,
visit
Friends of Tuckerman or call 603-356-
0131 for more information.
 A Night at the Opera
Don't miss this unique opportunity at the Inn at
Crystal Lake. Discussions and demonstrations (via
recordings) on various operas and a four-course
dinner (including a glass of wine with your entrée')
are the basis of this program. April 28 will feature "La
Traviata" and May 26 will feature "The Elixir of
Love". Dinners begin at 6:30 pm, opera lectures at
7:00 pm and will be given by Tim Ostendorf -
innkeeper, bartender and trained opera singer. For
more information call (603) 447-2120 or visit Inn at
Crystal Lake.
Home, Garden and Flower
Show
Mark your calendars for April 30 through May 1 for
the Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower
Show. This show is bigger and better than ever at
its expanded Fyeburg Fairgrounds location with lots
of room for all kinds of exhibits. Special Guest will be
Paul Paren, The Garden Guru. This event is endorsed
by the NH Landscape Association. For more
information, call Karla Ficker at (207) 935-2845 or
visit Home, Garden & Flower Show.
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| Family Fun |
All Aboard the Bunny Express
Celebrate the coming of spring with the Bunny
Express, a train ride at Conway Scenic Railroad April
13-16. Meet Mr. Bunny himself as he travels on
board with you. If you come on April 16, continue
to the John Fuller School for additional family
entertainment by Bob Rutherford. Departure times
from North Conway Depot to Conway: 10:30AM &
2:00PM, Wednesday April 13, 2005 through Friday
April 16, 2005. The ticket office is pen 9:00 am to
4:00 pm. Ticket purchases are on a "first come, first
serve" basis. Fares from $14.00 & up. Call 1-800-
232-5251 or for NH Residents 603-356-5251 or visit
Conway
Scenic Railroad.
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| News From The Mount |
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 Bud to Blossom Offers Great
Values
The month of April in the Mt. Washington Valley
awakens your senses to the sounds of rushing
waterfalls and birds singing and to the warmth of the
radiant spring sunshine. The lodging properties in the
Mt. Washington Valley have chosen this season to
offer some of their best value packages, loaded with
relaxing and rejuvenating activities for couples or the
entire family. Best of all, each Bud to Blossom
package comes with a beautiful potted plant from
Dutch Bloemen Winkel, a local importer of
flowers
from Holland and a collection of coupons to enjoy
many of Mt. Washington Valley's stores, attractions
and restaurants. Visit Bud to Blossom for a
complete list of lodging properties participating in the
Bud to Blossom promotion or call 1-800-367-3364
 Summer Internshops on
Mount
Washington
Ever dream of spending a summer on Mount
Washington? Have you ever fantasized about
spending a whole season atop the highest peak in
the Northeast? Does living and working in the one of
the most fascinating locations in New England appeal
to you? If so, the Mount Washington Observatory
has a program that may be just right for you. The
private, non-profit Observatory, which has
maintained the summit weather station since 1932,
and which has operated the summit's Museum since
1973, has announced its 2005 internship program.
Participants in the summer-long program live and
work shoulder to shoulder with the Observatory staff,
sharing the many responsibilities inherent in operating
and maintaining the weather station and Museum.
The internships run from mid-May to early
September. Interns normally sign on for the entire
period, working the same week-on, week-off
schedule as the regular Observatory staff. Room and
board at the summit during the "on" weeks is
provided. Though interns serve as volunteers with
respect to their work at the Observatory, they do
receive stipends to assist them with out-of-pocket
expenses. This summer the Observatory will be
recruiting a total of four interns. Applications for the
program are available from the Observatory, and
should be returned promptly for most thorough
consideration. Applications can be submitted online.
Individuals with an interest in meteorology,
environmental studies, and visitor services are
especially encouraged to apply. The minimum age for
applicants is 18; the most promising applicants will be
invited for an interview. For more information about
the Mount Washington Observatory internships,
contact the Observatory at Box 2310, North Conway
NH, 03860, 1-800-706-0432, or visit Mount
Washington Observatory.
Tenth Mountain Division Dedicates New
Structure at Cranmore
Under snowy skies, troops and veterans of the Tenth
Mountain Division gathered to dedicate Cranmore
Mountain Resort's newest addition to its base area
facilities. The Tenth Mountain HQ is a 5,200 square
foot Sprung - an engineered stress membrane
structure constructed of extruded aluminum arches,
integrally connected to an all weather outer
architectural membrane. Sprung structures are
engineered to withstand high wind and shed snow.
Located adjacent to the base area's Eating House,
this new heated facility is home to the resort's rental
shop and seasonal lockers while also providing an
additional 120 seats for skiers and riders to relax
between runs.
The Tenth Mountain HQ dedication was part of the
Hannes Schneider Meister Cup weekend at Cranmore,
a celebration of ski history commemorating the father
of modern skiing and the mountain soldiers of the
Tenth Mountain Division. Cranmore General Manager
Ben Wilcox welcomed the group to the dedication
and spoke about how proud he is, in his new position,
to be a part of the tradition the Meister Cup
celebration represents. Sargent. Patrick Muir from
Fort Drum, New York, presented Cranmore with the
event's "colors," an American flag that flew during
the Meister Cup Race. "This flag and the Tenth
Mountain Division stanchion it will be displayed in will
be displayed in the Tenth Mountain HQ for as long as
the structure stands," said Muir. Herbert Schneider,
the son of the honored Skimeister and a Tenth
Mountain veteran himself, reflected on the day when
he and his father first came to Mount Cranmore from
Austria, and skied the South Slope. He offered
tribute to the members of the elite Tenth and the
men who lost their lives fighting for freedom in Italy
60 years ago and to those fighting in the Middle East
today. For more information, call 1-800-SUN N SKI
(786-6754) or visit Cranmore
Resort.
 Saco River Motor
Lodge
The Saco River Motor Lodge has expanded and is
now offering efficiency apartments that comfortably
sleep six to eight people. These apartments are a
great alternative to a traditional hotel rooms, and
offer the business or leisure traveler spacious and
comfortable accommodations. Each apartment
features two bedrooms, individually controlled air-
conditioning/heat, fully equipped kitchen with stove,
refrigerator and microwave, large private bath, cable
television, and an in-room private phone - perfect for
the traveling business person on an extended
assignment, or those who wish to travel with families
while on business in the Valley. The Saco River is
just minutes away, where you can swim or canoe on
the gentle waters. Or, relax on one of the many
beautiful beaches on the river, or by the pool at the
motor lodge. Rates are specially priced for these
new efficiency apartment. Call 603-447-3730 or visit
Saco River Motor Lodge for more information.
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| Road to the Links |
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The "Road to the Links" heads straight to the White
Mountains of New Hampshire! From scenic and
challenging 9-hole family courses to 18-hole
championship venues, you'll find much more than
great golf!
Some say golf is "just a game." True, but ask
anyone who plays and they'll use words
like "passion", "addiction" and "lifestyle." It's all of
that and more ... as you'll see at each of the courses
found on the "Road to the Links."
Every course you play is distinctly "one of a kind",
offering a true test of golf skills at every level. And,
given our location in the magnificent White Mountains
of New Hampshire, the biggest challenge just may be
keeping your eye on the ball when surrounded by
some of the most beautiful scenery in the world!
Learn More
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THE MOST VERSATILE GIFT CERTIFICATE OUT THERE!
This is your one stop shop
for any occasion. Whether
it's the holidays, an anniversary,
birthday, wedding, get well
or just because, the Chamber
gift certificate is the most
versatile gift certificate out there.
Gift certificates are available in denominations of $10, $25 and $50 |
The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce
gift certificate is valid at over 150 participating
businesses throughout the valley! Businesses
include:
Lodging - Bed & Breakfast
to Full Service
Hotels
Dining - Fine, Family, Delis,
Bistros and more
Attractions - Train Rides,
Museums, Plays and
more
Recreation - Golfing, Skiing, Biking, Kayaking,
Snowmobiling and more
Shopping - Boutiques, Apparel,
Specialty, Gifts,
Sports and more
Others include astrology, spas, cleaning services, etc.
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