N. Woodstock, NH – Thanks to a winter of extensive snowmaking efforts and plentiful natural snowfall, many New Hampshire ski areas are still offering skiing and riding on 100% of their terrain. A deep base of snow has ensured a classic spring skiing season with uncrowded slopes and comfortable temperatures that will run through much of April.
As spring arrives at New Hampshire ski areas, so do fun events, discounted lift tickets and specials on next year’s season passes.
Upcoming Ski and Snowboard Events in New HampshireMarch 28, 2014 March 29, 2014King Pine – Wacky Obstacle Course March 30, 2014King Pine – Pond Skimming and Reggae Party April 04, 2014Waterville- Last Run Luau Pond Skimming April 05, 2014Mount Sunapee – KT Tunstall April 06, 2014Mount Sunapee- 23rd Annual Intragalactic Cardboard Sled Race April 12, 2014Loon Mountain – Slush Pool Party April 13, 2014Loon Mountain – Street Cred |
Many traditions come along with sliding on snow in the spring. Among these are light-hearted special events that families and friends can enjoy while taking in the sun and enjoying the soft snow. Probably the most notorious of spring events are pond skimming events, where participants skim across an icy pond of water on their skis or snowboard trying to make it to the other side without going for a swim.
Other offerings include on-snow golf tournaments, cardboard box races, live music, recreational family ski races, terrain park competitions, and more. See a list of upcoming events in the sidebar.
As warmer temperatures move in, many skiers and riders thoughts wander to other summer activities and hobbies. Because of this, most ski areas offer discounts on their lift tickets to entice guests to keep hitting the slopes. Many ski areas simply discount their everyday lift ticket prices, while others create interesting and fun promotions. Many areas offer 2-for-1 lift ticket days or specify certain days of the week when discounts apply; you can find discounts in New Hampshire every midweek day this time of year. Some areas also have special events that include lift tickets as inexpensive as $1 on April 1 at Waterville Valley.
“This winter’s cold weather made for ideal snowmaking conditions, and recently we’ve enjoyed a series of major snowstorms resulting in an exceptionally deep base of snow. The stage is set for an awesome spring skiing season which really makes the deals on lift tickets and season passes that much more valuable to our guests,” added Karl Stone, Ski NH’s Marketing Director.