Bousquet was my first stop in my official quest to ski every ski resort in New England. There are approximately 76 ski areas depending on your definition.
I pulled into Bousquet around 10:00am. Got a later start because the temperature was a bit cold, - 10 degrees F (that's 10 below). Late as it was I got a spot right in front of the lodge. Met the owner, George, who was swearing about the cold weather.
Had an enjoyable conversation with the the chairlift operator about my new quest. During multiple chairlift loadings, he suggested Blandford, Greylock Ski Club, Yawgoo and a little place near Brewster NY. He knew all the small places.
There are about 3 trails off the top which have a nice view of October mountain. A quick steep drop in the beginning which I promptly slid down on my butt after attempting a turn on ice.
In the lodge there was a framed newspaper article which indicated that the second owner put in a t-bar and snow making in 1956 as well as lights on the Tamarack trail. The layout of the hill is not overly aesthetic, but it's a nice place for the locals.
About Me
- Jen-ski
- I am an avid skier/snowboarder from Connecticut who enjoys New England winters. One day several years ago while dwelling in my cubicle at work pushing paper in a meaningful manner, I dreamed of a New England ski quest -to ski/board every ski resort in New England. A delightful quest highly recommended for all. Let it snow!