Contact the trip leader/coleader if you are interested in participating. Send the leader your phone #, your ability level (for example, can ski blue-square runs and occasional black diamonds). Also include the town you live in (for car pooling info). Please do NOT register for a trip above your ability. The leader will discuss the difficulty level, hazards, and equipment necessary for the trip. Please be honest with yourself and the leader in assessing your abilities. We offer Workshops and instructional trips to help improve your skills. AMC trips are NOT guided trips. These are Peer-Led groups, Our Leaders are volunteers, trip expenses are to break-even, and participants are responsible for their own safety, clothing, and equipment.

Trips are listed as XC (Cross Country), Downhill/Snowboard , and Backcountry/Telemark. Trips go to either Resorts or Backcountry and sometimes both over one weekend. Trips also are rated according to their difficulty, which will vary according to snow conditions. For your safety and consideration to others, choose a trip that matches your abilities and above all, have fun!!


2007-8 Trips Schedule Last Updated on Dec 23, 2007

Sat.-Tues., Dec. 29-Jan.1. Celebrate New Year's weekend at Applebrook B&B, Jefferson, NH.
Group skiing at touring centers or back-country, snowshoeing and winter hiking options available. Party with DJ on New Year's Eve. Cost ranges from $185-$245 including lodging, 3 breakfasts and 2 dinners. Luxury rooms (with hot tub) available at a higher price. Contact: Ls Nancy Kelly (npkelly@mit.edu, 978-276-1284), Dennis Blejer (Blejer@ll.mit.edu, 978-443-17430, Marguerite Ormond (mormond@comcast.net, 781-396-6651)

Fri.-Sun., Jan. 4-6. Annual January Sunday River Downhill Ski and Snowboard Trip.
Join us for the first fun filled weekend of 2008 with 2 days at Sunday River. All levels welcome. Includes 2 nights lodging at the Bethel Inn Resort, d.o. w/private bath, 2 full buffet breakfast., fabulous Saturday night dinner, all resort facilities, and 2 day Sunday River lift ticket. Cost including lift ticket $276 (season pass holders call or email). Trips fill quickly. Please reg. before Dec 4 with Ls Roger Coulson (AMCSkiTrips2008@gmail.com; 508-877-8646, 8-10 PM) or Barbara Amoroso (BarbaraAmoroso@yahoo.com; 781-321-1620, 8-10 PM )

Fri–Sun Jan 11–13 Adv Beg/Inter X-C Ski Trip Stowe, VT
Come join our 6th annual trip to ski Stowe's classic groomed X-C touring centers including Von Trappe's. Excellent B&B lodging at the Arbor Inn w/outdoor Jacuzzi, wonderful meals, and great hosts. Cost $180 includes breakfasts and Saturday night dinner. Reg. w/CL. L Dave Conna. CL Tom Hollis at seas100 at yahoo.com.

Sat., Jan. 12. Waterville Valley Track Skiing (Joint Ski and YM Trip)
Bring your “skinny skis” for approx 25 km of kick and glide on WVV’s groomed trails. We will be out all day on the widespread trail network and buy lunch at a new remote Yurt. Gear should fit into a small backpack/larger bumbag. Actual distance will depend on conditions and group ability. Register up until 11 pm on 1/11/08 with L Mike Barry (mikebarry657@mac.com, 617.257.2251), CL TBA

Fri.-Sun., Jan. 25-27. 5th mostly Annual Sublimely Stowe (VT XC Ski)
Int. track skiing exploring the many fine Stowe resort trails. Two nights at cozy inn with outdoor hot tub and fireplace. Cost $170 incl lodging, 2 breakfasts, and hh. Reg. before Dec. 21 with L Edee Edwards (edee.edwards@hughes.net, H: 802-368-7063, 6-9:30 pm) or CL Pamela Agner (pamela.agner@verizon.net; H: 978-897-0082, 6-9:30 pm).

Fri.-Sun., Feb. 1-3. Annual Sugarbush Vermont Downhill Ski and Snowboard Trip.
Join us again this year at the White Horse Inn, for our annual trip to one of Vermont's largest and best ski resorts. All levels welcome. Includes 2 nights lodging, d.o. w/private bath, 2 full breakfast., Saturday night dinner, game room, pool table, fireplace livingroom, and 2 day lift ticket. Cost including lift ticket $245. Trips fill quickly. Please reg. before Jan 1 with Ls Barbara Amoroso (BarbaraAmoroso@yahoo.com; 781-321-1620, 8-10 PM ) or Roger Coulson (AMCSkiTrips2008@gmail.com; 508-877-8646, 8-10 PM)

Fri.-Sun., Feb. 1-3. Mountain Inn X-C or Downhill Ski Weekend.
Stay at comfortable country inn with sauna and billiard room. Explore Nordic and alpine trails of Waterville Valley. Cost of $188 includes 2 nights lodging, 2 family style breakfasts, pre-dinner snacks, and Sat. dinner. Rooms with private bath. Register by email before January 10 with L Marguerite Orazi (mjorazi@aol.com, 603-894-7294) or L Jon Grand (617-566-1849, jhgrand@verizon.net)

Sun., Feb. 3. Go North as in Northfield Mountain! (Intermediate X-C)
Twenty-five miles of hilly terrain including climbing 800 vertical feet up Tenth Mountain Trail make this MA touring center in Northfield, MA a worthy destination when the snow accommodates. Reg. w/L Marlene Heroux (hike917@yahoo.com; 781-279-3380 before 9:30 pm)

Fri.-Sun., Feb. 8-10. Fourth Annual Cross Country Skiing in Snow-Filled Stowe VT! (intermediate)
Ski where the snow is! Join us for our 4th annual weekend of cross country skiing in Stowe Vt, home to the finest network of groomed trails in NE. Ski at the famed Trapp family lodge and beyond. $195 includes 2 breakfasts, happy hour, Sat. night dinner & 2 nights lodging at a friendly, comfortable inn with outdoor hot tub. Reg. w/CL Rachel Neuwirth (rbn8000@yahoo.com; 617-868-0136 before 9:30pm) or L Karen Brody (kbrodybel@aol.com, 617-926-0927 before 9:30 pm)

Fri.-Sun., Feb 8-10. XC at Pinkham
2 days of XC skiing in the Pinkham Notch region. All levels invited. Stay at Pinkham Lodge, ski near-by trails. Cost $110 inc. 1 dinner, 2 breakfasts (all you can eat), 2 nights lodging in bunkrooms and trail tickets on Great Glen. Register with L Ghita Holmstrom-Hintikka (g2h36@hotmail.com) or L David Metsky (metsky@yahoo.com).

Sat., Feb. 9. Greeley Ponds Easy Backcountry (intermediate)
Easy backcountry trip to greeley ponds, about 4 miles each way. Good trip for intermediate-level cross country skiers who want to try something off the groomed trails. A pretty path, pretty ponds at the end, and should be a pretty fun group of people. Must be comfortable going up and down hills on your skis. Contact CL Gina Adam (playingoutside@gmail.com); L Eli Meir.

Sun., Feb. 10. A Leisurely Ski Tour of the Lincoln Conservation Trails (intermediate)
An exploration of some local trails crossing conservation land in Lincoln and Concord Massachusetts. We will follow a 7 mile loop through the Lincoln conservation land trail system starting from and returning to the Brooks School parking lot, passing the DeCordova Museum, Walden Pond, Adams Woods, and the Mt Misery train system along the way. We will be going up and down a number of hills in the process You will get to experience a variety of intermediate tracked (but not groomed) trails and get an overview of the skiing possibilities in Lincoln and Concord, MA. Reg w/L Peter Mager (peter@mager.com) or CL TBD

Fri.-Mon., Feb. 15-18. Family Winter Weekend at Cardigan Lodge
Lots of fun cross country skiing, snowshoeing and enjoying each other's company; games, singing, slides and more for evening entertainment. Send info. about your family by e-mail to: r-djantzen@comcast.net Space limited. Fills quickly. Reserve soon. Lodging prepayment required 12/1/07. L Ron Jantzen,160 Maple Street, Sherborn, MA 01770 (508-655-8232 before 9 pm)

Tues.-Sun., Feb. 19-24. 17th Annual DH & XC Skiing Near Quebec City
Chartered luxury bus trip starting from Portland, ME. Enjoy some of the best, most reliable, most extensive skiing in the east, plus the European charm, style, and great restaurants of Quebec City. Choice of DH or XC skiing on Wed. and Sunday at Sugarloaf, ME, and in the Quebec City area on Thurs., Fri. and Sat. Quebec includes Mt. St. Anne and Camp Mercier XC, and Mt. St. Anne and LeMassif DH. 1 night in Portland, ME, and 4 nights in luxury Loews LeConcorde Hotel in Quebec City. Est. $590 US includes 5 nights lodging (ppdo), 5 days chartered bus, 1 cont. breakfast, 1 dinner & snacks on bus, & 5 trail lunches. L Arnold Nadler (978-745-9591).

Thu., Feb. 21. Full Moon X-C Ski, Carlisle.
After work skiing by the light of a full moon on lantern-lit groomed trails at Great Brook Farm. Apres ski dinner at local rest. Reg. w/ CL Jim Guion(jguion@akamai.com), CL Rachael Neuwirth (rbn8000@yahoo.com, 617-868-0136 before 9:30 pm), L Karen Brody (kbrodybel@aol.com, 617-926-0927, before 9 pm).

Fri.-Sun., Feb. 22-24. Fabulous February (adv/Intermediate BC Ski) Fun at Harvard Cabin.
Enjoy the prime of NH ski season with adv/intermediate backcountry skiing in Jackson/Pinkham area. Retire to the rustic Harvard Cabin to dine on fabulous winter feasts with great company. $65 members/$70 non-members inc. 2 nights lodging, Sat./Sun. brkfsts; Sat. HH & dinner. FAQ Reg. w/ L Jeff Barrell (617-964-1246)

Fri.-Sun., Feb. 22-24. Annual Ski & Games Weekend. (INTRO and Ski).
X-C at Bretton Woods Nordic touring center w/ opt. for DH ski nearby. Stay at Applebrook, cozy inn w/ wholesome brkfst & Sat. Dinner. On Sat. eve. Relax and play board games. $130.00-$201.00 incl. lodging, two breakfasts, Sat. dinner. Contact CL Carla Schwartz (Carlalist@gmail.com) or L Debbie Smith (Lawdeb@aol.com). Dep. must be rcvd by Feb. 15.

Fri. - Sun., Mar. 7 - 9. Downhill Skiing at Wildcat Mountain
Two days of downhill skiing/snowboarding at Wildcat Mtn. All levels invited. Stay at Pinkham Lodge. Includes 2 nights lodging in bunk rooms, 2 breakfasts (all you can eat), dinner, Sat. lift ticket and option to buy next day for less at WildCat. Contact leaders for price. Reg with CL Ghita Holmstrom-Hintikka (g2h36@hotmail.com) or L Barbara Amoroso (BarbaraAmoroso@yahoo.com 781-321-1620) by Feb 7.

Fri.-Sun., Mar. 7-9. NATO Telemark festival at Mad River Glen. (all abilities)
Come and ski with other pin-heads, demo new skis and boots, take a free lesson, then kick up your heels at the dance afterwards. We'll stay at an AMC member's cabin (LOF) and do an optional backcountry tour on Sunday. A remarkable weekend for only $65 plus lift ticket. Contact JBarrell-at-yahoo.com for registration. Ls. George Stromberg and Jeff Barrell.

Sat., Mar. 8. Greeley Ponds B/C Ski(Joint YM/Ski Trip)
Easy 8.2 mi b/c ski tour along old logging roads to Greeley Ponds in Mad River Notch from Waterville Valley and back. Great trip for the novice b/c skier. Pending conditions and group ability we may return via the Kanamagus Brook trail, adding 6 miles, but a classic Whites tour! Reg. with L Mike Barry (mikebarry657@mac.com, 617.257.2251), CL TB

Fri.-Sun., Mar. 14-16. Annual March Sunday River Downhill Ski and Snowboard Trip.
Join us for 2 days of early spring skiing at Sunday River. All levels welcome. Includes 2 nights lodging at the Bethel Inn Resort, d.o. w/private bath, 2 full buffet breakfast., fabulous Saturday night dinner, all resort facilities, and 2 day Sunday River lift ticket. Cost including lift ticket $276 (season pass holders call or email). Trips fill quickly. Please reg. before Feb 13 with Ls Barbara Amoroso (BarbaraAmoroso@yahoo.com; 781-321-1620, 8-10 PM) or Roger Coulson (AMCSkiTrips2008@gmail.com; 508-877-8646, 8-10 PM)

Fri.-Sun., Mar. 14-16. Ides of March (Adv/Int XC Ski) at Harvard Cabin
Enjoy the prime of NH ski season with adv/intermediate xc skiing in Jackson/Pinkham area. Retire to the rustic Harvard Cabin to dine on fabulous winter feasts with great company. $65 members/$70 non-members inc. 2 nights lodging, Sat./Sun. brkfsts; Sat. HH & dinner. Reg. w/ CL Ellen Cullen (ellencullen@hotmail.com, 781-492-4179) L Eli Meir (meir@simbio.com).

Thurs. March 20. Full Moon X-C Ski, Carlisle.
After work skiing by the light of a full moon on lantern-lit groomed trails at Great Brook Farm. Apres ski dinner at local rest. Reg. with a leader: CL Jim Guion (jguion@akamai.com), CL Rachel Neuwirth (rbn8000@yahoo.com; 617/868-0136 before 9:30PM), or L Karen Brody, (kbrodybel@aol.com 617/926-0927 before 9:30 pm).

Fri.-Mon., Mar. 21-24. Little Lyford Pond Camps (LLPC) Leaders Ski Weekend (Joint Ski/YM trip)
Leader’s familiarization at AMC’s LLPC in the Maine Woods. Four days b/c skiing 7-18 miles per day with daypack, including a 7 mi. ski in/out via unplowed road with gear sagged. Easy/int b/c skiing on mostly dirt road base. Cost of $210 pp incl lodging, gear sags and sumptuous meals. Car pool options available. Contact L’s Mike Barry (mikebarry657@mac.com, 617-257-2251) or L Stacia Zukroff (szukroff@yahoo.com, 443-433-65700); other L Roger Scholl.

Sat.-Sun., Mar. 22-23. Green Mtn. Alpine / Tele.
Join us for a weekend of skiing in VT Mad River Valley. Sat Overnight at the summit w/ 1st tracks on Sun. Reg. w/ CL. Kate Chang (chang02144@yahoo.com) L Michelle Adams (myadams@yahoo.com) CL Mike Seward (sewardmj@yahoo.com).

Fri.-Sun., Mar. 28-30. Stowe Vermont Downhill Ski and Snowboard Trip
Join us for 2 days of skiing at Stowe Mountain Ski Resort. All levels welcome. Includes 2 nights lodging at the Arbor Inn, d.o. w/private bath, 2 full breakfast., Apres ski, Saturday night dinner, Jacuzzi, fireplace lounge, and 2 day lift ticket. Cost including lift ticket $225. Trips fill quickly. Please reg. before Feb 28 with Ls Barbara Amoroso (BarbaraAmoroso@yahoo.com; 781-321-1620, 8-10 PM) or Roger Coulson (AMCSkiTrips2008@gmail.com; 508-877-8646, 8-10 PM)

Fri.-Sun., Mar. 28-30. March Backcountry Ski Madness (Adv/Int BC Ski) Fun at Harvard Cabin.
Enjoy the prime of NH ski season with adv/intermediate backcountry skiing in the Jackson/Pinkham area. Retire to the rustic Harvard Cabin to dine on fabulous winter feasts with great company. $65 members/$70 non-members inc. 2 nights lodging, Sat./Sun. brkfsts; Sat. HH & dinner. Reg. w/CL Kristen Woodberry (woodber@fas.harvard.edu), CL Mike Seward (Mjseward@aol.com; 617-797-7601), or L Pete Fraunholtz (fraunholtz@hudce7.harvard.edu), L David Metsky

RATING DIFFICULTY

Ski tour ratings vary according to distance, elevation gain, and terrain. Snow conditions are an added variable that can change an intermediate tour into an advanced mountaineering challenge. The following definitions assume reasonable snow conditions and are applicable to touring centers and backcountry. In addition to skiing ability and stamina, participants must have the clothing, equipment, and heat management skills to be outside for the duration of the trip.

BEGINNER: The beginner needs to develop stability on skis and learn the most basic ski touring skills: the diagonal stride, the herringbone and the snowplow (or wedge). The AMC does not usually offer beginner level trips, but offers the Cross-Country workshop in January to introduce you to skiing.

 NOVICE: The novice can ski on level ground, but may not be comfortable on hills. The novice generally needs to practice and improve the basic ski touring skills. Novice trips are on flat or gently rolling terrain and may be up to 6 miles. This terrain is rated with a green circle at most
touring centers.

 INTERMEDIATE: The intermediate has an effective diagonal striding technique and is able to stay in control on hilly terrain. The intermediate has ability to herringbone up, snowplow down, turn and stop on moderate slopes (similar to blue square runs at most touring centers). An intermediate trip is on hilly terrain and/or is more than 6 miles in length.

 ADVANCED: The advanced skier is skilled in all touring techniques and can ski in control on steep and narrow trails. The advanced skier is strong enough to break trail or ski with a full pack. An advanced trip is on difficult terrain (similar to black diamond at resort) and/or is more than 14 mi. in length.

 EXPERT: The expert is an all around skier who has mastered all touring techniques and is also very competent skate skier and Nordic downhiller. An expert trip would be on difficult, mountainous terrain (such as Mt Washington) and/or more than 25 miles.