Guest Posts from Outdoor Mom




Wednesday, November 25, 2009

BW Daily Photo 11/25: Rail Rider


Riders were out in force today jammin' on some terrain park rails set up on the Rosebrook Trail. Click here for the latest skiing and riding conditions.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Daily pix: Opening day at Bretton Woods! A beautiful sunny day to kick off the 2009/10 skiing and riding season!


A great crowd on hand today to enjoy their first turns of the season here at Bretton Woods. The lift will be turning today and tomorrow, and then we will wait until later in the week to reopen - hopefully with expanded terrain, so be sure to check the Snow Conditions report for the latest details.





Friday, November 6, 2009

PR: Bretton Woods Ski Area at the Omni Mount Washington Resort Officially Opens for the Season

First Ski Resort to Open in New Hampshire for the 2009-2010 Season

BRETTON WOODS, N.H., Nov. 6 - Bretton Woods, part of the Omni Mount Washington Resort, will officially open for the skiing and snowboarding season at 9 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2009, offering the first skiing in the state of New Hampshire for the 2009-10 season.

"We have had a good stretch of cool weather for early season snowmaking," said Chris Ellms, director of ski operations for the resort. "This is a great opportunity to go ahead get your skis and boards out and take some turns on the first day of what we hope to be a long, amazing season."

For those ready to get their legs warmed up, the mountain will offer skiing and riding on one trail off the Learning Center Quad, with freshly groomed man-made packed powder. Some terrain park elements will be set up as well for early-season jibbing. Tickets are available this weekend on November 7 and 8 for a $10 donation which will benefit the Bretton Woods Adaptive Program and Bretton Woods Ski Team. Snowmaking will continue and more trails and lifts are planned to open as conditions allow. Ticket prices will be adjusted accordingly. Also open this weekend are the food court, rental shop, Red Carpet Ski School for private lessons, based on availability and current conditions, and TreeTop Sports with clothing and accessories. Season Passes also remain on sale at a reduced rate and available for pick up seven days a week, if purchased before November 30.

For adventure above the slopes and in the trees, the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour is open year-round and offers an exhilarating three-hour tour with zip lines, sky bridges and rappels. As space is limited, guests should call 603-278-4ZIP prior to their visit for information and reservations. The "Williwaw" dual racing zip will also be open this weekend.

Special ski and stay packages are now available, including the Stay Here, Ski Free package starting at just $99 per person per night, based on double occupancy, which includes lodging at the Omni Mount Washington Hotel or Bretton Arms Inn with lift tickets for skiing and riding at Bretton Woods.

Upcoming events include the Fall Food & Wine Festival November 13-15; the Thanksgiving Holiday Celebration, including family traditions and a visit from old Saint Nick; and, Bretton Woods' "Homecoming," featuring Warren Miller's latest film "Dynasty" at the Base Lodge on Friday, November 27.

For the latest conditions, guests should tune into the Snow Conditions on the website or call the Snow Phone at 603-278-3333. For more information about the resort, special packages, events or to make lodging reservations, guest should call 1-800-The-Omni or go to omnihotels.com.

About the Omni Mount Washington Resort

The Omni Mount Washington Resort is an all-season resort destination in New Hampshire located at the base of Mount Washington and surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest. In September, 2009, Omni Hotels began management of the property, which is now home to the Omni Mount Washington Hotel, site of the International Monetary Conference of 1944, and Bretton Woods, New Hampshire's largest ski area. With the completion of a $50 million refurbishment and expansion in 2009, the resort unveiled the restored 18-hole Mount Washington Golf Course, a new 25,000-square-foot Spa, 20,000-square-foot Conference Center, outdoor pool complex and renovated guestrooms, lobby and public spaces. The new Bretton Woods Canopy Tour was also added to the resort's list of amenities, which includes top-rated Alpine and Nordic skiing, 27 holes of championship golf and a full slate of additional seasonal activities. A variety of lodging, dining and activities is offered year-round, along with many traditional and cultural events. For more information, visit the OmniMountWashingtonResort.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Bretton Woods' first turns of 2009/10!! A special guest joins us for some turns and a few photos on some new snow!


The snowguns are still fired up, but it was time for someone to go skiing... so Aaron Kellog, of WMUR TV channel 9 in Manchester, joined us for the first turns on the year at Bretton Woods! You can see more of Aaron's early-season skiing adventure on snow tonight at 6pm on WMUR, channel 9!


Wednesday, November 4, 2009

PR: Winter Fun Reaches the Summit with Complimentary Skiing at the Omni Mount Washington Resort

BRETTON WOODS, NH (November 4, 2009) -- Back by popular demand this winter, the Omni Mount Washington Resort is offering guests the opportunity to stay at the historic Omni Mount Washington Hotel or cozy Bretton Arms Inn and ski the slopes of Bretton Woods with the “Stay Here, Ski Free” package. As New England’s premier ski destination, the resort combines all the perfect ingredients needed for a truly memorable winter vacation. Deluxe accommodations, luxurious amenities, an array of activities and top-notch cuisine come together to complement the resort’s picturesque landscape.

This October, SKI Magazine once again ranked Bretton Woods among the Top Five Ski Areas in the East for excellence in snow, lifts, grooming, family programs, scenery, service, weather, on-mountain food, lodging and dining. As New Hampshire’s largest ski area, Bretton Woods offers tremendous snow conditions and numerous options for guests, including Nordic and Alpine skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing as well as winter hiking trails, ice skating and snow tubing.

With the following winter packages, visitors may enjoy the Omni Mount Washington Resort’s award-winning slopes, zip through the amazing White Mountains on the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, kick off the holiday season with a spectacular horse-drawn sleigh ride for the family, enjoy an intimate culinary experience featuring a specially personalized menu or relax with a nature-inspired treatment in the stunning, new 25,000-square-foot Spa.

Stay Here, Ski Free
With this value-driven package, guests will be able to enjoy the slopes for free:

* Superior accommodations at the Omni Mount Washington Hotel or Bretton Arms Inn
* One day of skiing per each night of stay

Available from November 26, 2009 through April 4, 2010, with rates beginning at $89 per person, per night, depending on the guests’ choice of accommodations. Limit of two tickets per room.

Winter Wonderland Inclusive Ski Package
Featuring some 434 acres of ski and snowboard terrain, ten lifts, including four high-speed quads, and 101 trails and glades, Bretton Woods is a world-class ski destination with superior alpine conditions and a renowned cross-country ski center. Guests will experience a winter wonderland with this package, which features:

* Superior accommodations at the Omni Mount Washington Hotel
* Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
* One lift ticket
* One 1.5 hour group ski lesson
* Choice of high-performance rentals (standard rentals for kids) or full ski tune
* One 50-minute spa treatment

Available from November 26, 2009 through April 4, 2010, rates for this package start at $399 per person, per night. The lift ticket, ski lesson, equipment rentals and spa treatment are offered per person daily following each night stay at the hotel. Spa treatments are not available for children under the age of 16.

Rest & Recreation Package
Guests will be given the freedom to create their own itinerary with this package, which presents a selection of the property’s newest offerings:

* Superior accommodations at the Omni Mount Washington Hotel
* Choice of one of the following per person, per day:
o One Canopy Tour, which offers an exhilarating White Mountain forest zip line adventure
o One ski ticket with lunch on the slopes
o 50-minute service at the Spa

Available from November 26, 2009 through April 4, 2010, rates for the Rest & Recreation package start at $159 per person, per night. The choice of activity is offered per person daily following each night stay at the hotel. Children must meet age and weight requirements.

Simply Spa-tacular Package
The 25,000-square-foot Spa at the Omni Mount Washington Resort, which opened in January 2009, makes the resort the perfect place to relax and recharge this winter. Now with the new Simply Spa-tacular package, guest will receive:

* Superior accommodations at the Omni Mount Washington Hotel
* Breakfast daily
* Nightly turn-down service
* One 50-minute spa treatment per person, per day
* Glass of wine or Champagne following each treatment
* Spa welcome gift

Available now through April 4, 2010, this package starts at $179 per person, per night and requires a two-night minimum. Package is not available to children under age 16.

When families book any of these packages, kids age 12 and under will receive an Omni Sensational Kids backpack that includes a canteen for young guests to fill up for free at any dining venue with their choice of beverages. Kids also receive complimentary milk and cookies in their guestroom on their night of arrival.
The Omni Mount Washington Resort is an easy two to three-hour drive from Boston, Montreal and Providence. In addition, the property is just over five hours in the car from New York City, the same distance as many of Vermont’s ski resorts.

Blackout dates may apply. All packages require double occupancy. For the most up-to-date information regarding packages, events and activities at the Omni Mount Washington Resort, visit OmniMountWashingtonResort.com. Packages may be booked online or by calling 1-800-The-Omni.

About the Omni Mount Washington Resort
The Omni Mount Washington Resort is an all-season resort destination in New Hampshire located at the base of Mount Washington and surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest. In September, 2009, Omni Hotels began management of the property, which is now home to the Omni Mount Washington Hotel, site of the International Monetary Conference of 1944, and Bretton Woods, New Hampshire’s largest ski area. With the completion of a $50 million refurbishment and expansion in 2009, the resort unveiled the restored 18-hole Mount Washington Golf Course, a new 25,000-square-foot Spa, 20,000-square-foot Conference Center, outdoor pool complex and renovated guestrooms, lobby and public spaces. The new Bretton Woods Canopy Tour was also added to the resort’s list of amenities, which includes top-rated Alpine and Nordic skiing, 27 holes of championship golf and a full slate of additional seasonal activities. A variety of lodging, dining and activities is offered year-round, along with many traditional and cultural events. For more information, visit the OmniMountWashingtonResort.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.

About Omni Hotels
Omni Hotels creates compelling, memorable guest experiences at 45 luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each location features four-diamond services, including award-winning signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique fitness options. Omni’s mission for total customer service is further supported by its “Power of One” program that empowers associates to make on-the-spot decisions to meet or exceed guest expectations. Guests can locate hotels and book accommodations by visiting omnihotels.com or by calling 1-800-THE-OMNI.

Snowmaking continues at Bretton Woods! We still hope to open this weekend...!


The Bretton Woods snowmaking team is at it again, as Mother Nature is letting them blast out their own version of the white stuff. Opening day can't be far away... stay tuned for the latest details!

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Opening day is coming soon! Bretton Woods fired up the guns on Monday morning!


That's right! Opening day is nearly upon us, and the Bretton Woods snowmaking team was out in force getting things started yesterday morning behind the base lodge and up on the hill! We hope to open this weekend, if Mother Nature allows, so stay tuned for the latest updates and schedules!