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 Love is in the air in Mt. Washington
Valley, as we
close in on Valentine’s Day. Look for a host of
fabulous festivals and events along with romantic
getaway packages, making the Valley your
headquarters for romance over Valentine’s Day and
family fun for February Vacation week. Be sure to
visit
www.mtwashingtonvalley.org and click on the
Snow Much
Fun wreath to learn about all the value-added
packages in store, and then start planning your next
visit to Mt. Washington Valley. Drive safely on your
way up to see us, we look forward to your visit!
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Dog Sledding at
Attitash
Throughout February and March, one hour guided
dog sled tours will be available by reservation in the
Fields of Attitash. Your ride begins with a six-foot
sled guided by a "masher" (trained driver) and
escorted by four to five Alaskan Huskies. Traveling
at speeds of up to 15 miles per hour, teams will trot
along the Saco River, through the fields of Attitash,
venturing through woods and meadows around
Attitash. Along the way riders will experience
beautiful views of Attitash, the surrounding
mountains, and Crawford Notch. Daytime and
evening rides are available by reservation only. Sled
rides are $125 per sled and each sled can hold up to
3 people at a maximum of 320 lbs. Hours of
operation are Friday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM,
some evenings and February vacation week (Feb 18-
26). For reservations call at (800) 951-6681 or
(603) 374-0961.
For those who’d like to sled and stay, The Bernerhof
Inn has a wonderful dog sled package, including
plenty of romance too. Visit
Bernerhof Inn for a full description.
And the Lodge at Jackson Village offers another
memorable dog sledding getaway option including a
two night stay, dog sled ride, breakfast each morning
and plenty of extras. Visit Lodge at Jackson
Village for more information.
 For The
Love Of Ice
Mt. Washington Valley Ice Festival
February 9-12
Since its inception twelve years ago the Annual Mt.
Washington Valley Ice Festival has been eagerly
anticipated by ice climbers in the eastern United
States and is considered one of the premier climbing
events in the country. This year, the 13th Annual Mt
Washington Valley Ice Festival 2006 will be held
February 9-12, 2006, and is hosted by International
Mountain Equipment and International Mountain
Climbing School, with help from American Alpine Club,
Cranmore Mountain Resort, Patagonia and Mammut.
It is intended to be a celebration of ice climbing &
mountaineering and the people that make it a part of
their lives. It continues to provide a great
opportunity for those attending to network, socialize,
try new gear and participate in technical clinics and
private climbs. The Mt. Washington Valley is one of
the finest waterfall ice climbing destinations in North
America. The festival offers a variety of skills-based
clinics and guided climbs for climbers of all abilities.
After climbing during the day return to North
Conway, NH to watch a series of exciting slide shows
presented by accomplished climbers and guides from
throughout the country. All clinics and private climbs
fill early so call soon to register. Visit
International Mountain Equipment for complete
schedules of events, featured speakers and a
registration form or call 603-356-7064. And women,
following this event, is a fabulous weekend just for
climbing women, called “Chicks with Picks”. Visit Chicks with Picks for a complete schedule.
 Hearts of
Jackson Inn
Tour
Jackson Ski Touring Foundation in partnership with
ten village inns will be presenting the “Hearts of
Jackson” inn tour on Sunday, February 12, 2006 from
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Participants can cross country
ski, snowshoe or drive from various inn to inn,
stopping along the way for a surprise “heart” themed
treat or gift. Tour goers will be greeted with warm
hospitality by the local innkeepers, and will have an
opportunity to tour the different inns. Maps will be
provided and a small commemorative gift will be given
to all participants of the tour. In addition, a portion
of the proceeds from the event will be donated to
the American Heart Association.
Participation in the Hearts of Jackson Tour is limited
to 150 people, reservations are recommended. A
trail pass is required for those who are skiing or
snowshoeing. Registration for the tour will be at the
Jackson Ski Touring Base Lodge that day. The cost
is $20 per person which includes a trail pass. To sign
up, call the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation at (603)
383-9355 or e-mail the Touring Center at info@jacksonxc.org. For a list of lodging packages or more
information, go to Jackson Ski
Touring and click on the heart tour icon.
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17th Annual Mt. Washington Valley
Chocolate Festival, February 26, 2006
The Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring Center in
Intervale, NH rolls out the cocoa carpet each year
for the annual Chocolate Festival. Participants cross-
country, snowshoe or even walk from inn to inn along
groomed trails indulging in their favorite chocolate
treats. Try everything from hand-dipped chocolate
strawberries, chocolate truffle cheesecake,
chocolate chip cookies, chocolate pretzels, hot
cocoa and many more chocolate delights as calories
are burned skiing, snowshoeing or even driving to
each of the inns and businesses participating in this
sweet experience between 11 am and 4 pm.
Chocolate Festival passes are $20 and include a
button for admission to the Winter Carnival events.
For further information, call 603-356-9920 or visit Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring.
 Race To Beat Cancer At
Cranmore
Whether you are a recreational skier, a hotshot
snowboarder, a downhill racer, a tubing enthusiast,
or just want to help in the fight against cancer, you
can join the 29th annual Race to Beat Cancer on
Sunday, February 12th. This is a full-filled day on the
slopes, all ages welcome, a NASTAR format race, and
timed races for tubing. Collect sponsorships from
friends and family ($50.00 per participant minimum
contribution). Call 603-356-3719 or visit Cranmore
Mountain.
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| News from the Mount |
White Mountain Puzzles Teams Up With
Boston Globe
White Mountain Puzzles, a Mt. Washington Valley-
based company, has teamed up with the Boston
Globe to create some of their most memorable front
pages as puzzles. Three new puzzles of favorite
Globe headlines are now available including October
2004’s front page when the Red Sox won the World
Series; the famous “Triple Crown” banner
commemorating the Patriot’s third Super Bowl win;
and the memorable photograph of a double rainbow
over the green monster at Fenway Park. The puzzles
are available in retail stores including T.J. Maxx and
Marshall’s, Bob’s and A.J. Wright, or can be
purchased online from White Mountain Puzzles. The
three new Boston Globe puzzles joined over 120
other titles that are currently in the company’s new
2006 catalog. Founded in 1980 in Mt. Washington
Valley, White Mountain Puzzles products can be
viewed and purchased on their web-site White
Mountain Puzzles or by calling 800-458-8009.
 Cross Country Skier
Magazine Names
Thom Perkins A Nordic Hero
In celebration of its 25th year anniversary, Cross
Country Skier magazine presented its list of the
twenty-five most influential people in the sport of
Nordic skiing in the December 2005 issue. Thom
Perkins, Executive Director of the Jackson Ski Touring
Foundation for the past 30 years was named one of
the magazine’s “Nordic Heroes”.
Perkins started skiing in 1952, before the age of
three. His accomplishments over the years have
included certification as a PSIA Instructor and
Examiner, President of CCSAA (Cross Country Ski
Areas Association) from 1981-1983, and board
member SKI NH. Perkins has been the Chief of
Competition for many major cross country ski events
including NCAA National Championships in 1984 and
1995, FIS races in 1987 and 1988, the World
Championships for Disabled Skiers in 1990 and the
Junior Olympics, hosted by Jackson Ski Touring in
2000.
When asked about his proudest accomplishment,
Perkins replied “What I feel the best about is the fact
that so many people enjoy coming here to Jackson to
ski. We’re social therapists, helping people to get
away from the stresses of their daily routines so they
can go back, refreshed and renewed to do society’s
work”.
Under Perkins leadership, Jackson Ski Touring has
grown to a world-renowned touring center that has
repeatedly been voted the number one cross country
ski center in the East by Snow Country and
Cross Country Skier magazines. For more
information on Jackson Ski Touring, visit
www.jacksonxc.com.
Who Were You In the 15th Century?
Return to the age of knights and ladies and fire
breathing dragons! The Old Luna Gallery at the end
of the Alley of Reporter Court in North Conway, NH
will host a four week class to educate the public
about the Renaissance time period. Participants will
be inspired to “go back in time” and discover their
persona of the period through meditative process.
Work with professional actors who will help you
develop a character. The class will culminate in a
Medieval Feast as in days of old.
The class will be held for four consecutive weeks
beginning on Thursday, February 23 from 6:30 to
9:00PM. Additional opportunities to bring about your
new persona will be offered over the next few
months culminating in the 2nd Annual Renaissance
Fair and King’s Feast to be held at The Brass Heart
Inn in Tamworth on August 19& 20, 2006.
Join us as we re-create a time period full of fun and
frolic. For more information please call Luna Gallery
at 603-356-5862 or Creative Spirit at 603-447-3112.
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 The 1785 Inn is a beautiful historic
property built in
1785 by a veteran of the Revolutionary War, and is
one of the Valley’s oldest members of the hospitality
community. Located at the Scenic Vista Overlook
just north of North Conway, it offers seventeen
guest rooms for travelers including a family suite
which comfortably accommodates larger groups. The
1785 Inn also offers a popular restaurant and pub
and is best known for its famous mountain views, fine
dining, romantic colonial atmosphere, and friendly
service. The 1785 Inn & Restaurant has been owned
and operated by Becky and Charlie Mallar for over
twenty-three years and during that time has
received numerous local, national, and international
awards for overall dining, service, desserts, flaming
drinks, etc
The 1785 Inn recently received the highest possible
ranking from Billy Costa's "TV Diner" show on the
NECN (New England Cable Network) television
network. Billy called The 1785 Inn "the ultimate in
romantic elegance," "brimming in Yankee hospitality,"
and "an amazing value." Billy further gave The 1785
Inn his highest ranking the "platinum plate." You can
see Billy's review on the web at Boston.com.
Visit the 1785 Inn online at 1785 Inn or call 800-421-1785 for
reservations.
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3rd Annual
Mt. Washington Valley
Winter Carnival
Feb. 26 – Mar. 5
More than 50 activities, both indoor and out, are
scheduled over the ten days of the Mt. Washington
Valley Winter Carnival throughout the greater Mt.
Washington Valley from Conway to Gorham. In
addition to all the outdoor winter sports for which
the Valley is famous, there will be unique festivities
combining food, music, entertainment and fun for all
ages. Dog sled rides, Snow Parades, Scavenger
Hunts, sledding, along with the annual Chilly Chili
Cook Off and Apple Pie Baking Contests. Included in
the festival, The Annual Whole Health Expo on March
4 features a host of wellness parishioners offering
new perspectives for body, mind and spirit. Purchase
a Winter Carnival button for $5.00 from area
businesses and receive free admission or significant
discounts to special events as well as many on-going
activities planned for each day during the carnival
period, plus additional treats and rewards at
restaurants and retailers throughout the Mt.
Washington Valley region. Ten days of adventure
and fun for just $5.00? Now that’s a bargain byte!
Visit Monarch
Events for the full schedule of events and more
information.
Romantic Sleigh Rides for $10 at Shawnee Peak &
2fers at Wildcat
Looking for love on the slopes? Spend Valentine’s
Day at Shawnee Peak, and then from 4-9 pm, take a
horse drawn sleigh ride, pulled by impressive
Clydesdales, for just $10.00 per couple. You’ll head
into the woods and enjoy hot chocolate next to a
bonfire, and snuggle up on the trip to and back. The
perfect way to impress your honey! Visit Shawnee
Peak for more information, or call 207 647-8444
x 16.
And Valentine’s Day is 2-for 1 day at Wildcat! Be
sure to ski with someone you love (or would love to
love) and two tickets are yours for the price of one
on February 14th. Info: Wildcat
Mountain.
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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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