New England Ski Journal’s Basecamp

Dec 06 2024 85 ep. 46 mins 12
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Eric Wilbur and Mike Specian bring the high country to life with their authoritative coverage of the New England ski scene. News, gear, tips, analysis and more from across the active ski industry.

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The Black Mountain Transformation with Andy Shepard

Dec 06 2024 48 mins  
The guest is Andy Shepard, Director of Community Engagement at Black Mountain, New Hampshire. Shepard dives into the rich history of the mountain, its significance in the skiing community, and the newly adopted co-op ownership model aimed at preserving the mountain as a community-centric skiing destination. The discussion emphasizes the importance of affordability, maintaining hist

Exploring Jay Peak with Steve Wright

Dec 02 2024 50 mins  
The guest is Steve Wright, President and General Manager of Jay Peak Ski Resort in Vermont, for an in-depth conversation about the resort's unique features, including the abundant snowfall, the iconic tram, and its many amenities such as the indoor water park and hockey rink. Steve shares insights into Jay's snowmaking advancements, their strategic approach to handling Canadian vis

Reviving Blue Hills: New Era for Boston's Local Ski Gem

Nov 22 2024 43 mins  
Mike and Keith discuss the kickoff of the ski season with Thanksgiving approaching. They explore the importance of local 'feeder' ski areas around Boston, such as Ski Ward, Blue Hills, and others. The podcast features an in-depth interview with Geoff Homer, the new operator of Blue Hills, and Molly Gilleece, the general manager. They discuss the significant upgrades being made to B

Brian and Tyler Fairbank and Their Winter-Ready Resorts

Nov 15 2024 52 mins  
Mike and Keith dive into the excitement of the coming ski season with discussions on early snowfall, mountain energy, and resort activities. They welcome Brian and Tyler Fairbank from the Fairbank Group, owners of Jiminy Peak, Bromley Mountain, and Cranmore Mountain. The Fairbanks discuss the unique features and family-oriented experiences offered by their resorts, their environmen

Live from Country Ski and Sport Expo

Nov 07 2024 39 mins  
Mike and Keith record live from the Country Ski and Sport Expo in Hanover MA. They catch up with various ski resort representatives to discuss the upcoming ski season, highlighting special events, new developments, and exclusive deals available at the expo. Guests include Jay Stenson from Country Ski & Sport; and representatives from Saddleback, Maine; Smuggler's Notch, Sugarbu

Mountain Sports Club’s John Siewierski

Nov 01 2024 46 mins  
In this episode of the New England Ski Journal Base Camp Podcast, Mike and Keith discuss a variety of skiing topics and delve into the importance of affordable skiing options. They highlight the early season snowfalls in New England and discuss the significance of early snowmaking operations. The hosts engage with guest John Siewierski, founder of the Mountain Sports Club, who expl

Killington CEO Mike Solimano

Oct 18 2024 49 mins  
In this episode of New England Ski Journal's Base Camp podcast, hosts Mike and Keith discuss the exciting transition of Killington Resort's ownership to independence, led by local investors Phil Gross and Michael Ferry. With the new CEO Mike Solimano on board, the conversation dives into the operational and financial strategies of running a major ski resort, emphasizing the shift f

Innovations in Ski Boots: Zay's Approach

Oct 03 2024 53 mins  
This episode of the New England Ski Journal Base Camp Podcast, Mike and Keith explore the anticipation for the upcoming ski season and recent announcements from the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame. They discuss the induction of impactful figures like Sarah Bill Meyer, Hannah Kearney, and Chuck and Jan Perkins. The episode features an interview with Rex and Karen Rex Deitesfeld,

Winter Insights with Weather Guru Tim Kelley

Sep 20 2024 50 mins  
The guest is renowned meteorologist Tim Kelley. The episode delves into the unique weather dynamics of New England, from early snowfall and weather streaks through fall to the intricacies of the Jay Peak snow machine. Tim, known for his expertise since leaving television, shares insights on past and upcoming winter conditions, the impacts of global phenomena like the Hunga Tonga er

Justin Koski of the Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame

Sep 06 2024 42 mins  
In this episode of the New England Ski Journal Base Camp Podcast, hosts Mike Specian and Keith Pearson dive into the world of winter sports history with Justin Koski, Executive Director of the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame. The episode covers the Hall of Fame's mission to honor and preserve the legacies of influential athletes and sport builders in skiing and snowboarding. Ko