By Telly Halkias Whether your love is brand new or decades old, a romantic dinner for two is always a great way to keep the spark alive. But finding the right venue for an intimate evening can be more time consuming than you think. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of romantic… Continue reading Six romantic dining choices for Valentine’s Day
Tag: Jan/Feb 2018
A designer with her eye on the details
Kate Morris on the art of harmony
‘Oh, baby, it’s cold outside’
If you’re spending winter on the couch, watch these films with local connections.
Paying it forward
On the eve of the 2018 Winter Olympics, Vermont gold medalist Ross Powers is tapping his good fortune to propel the next generation of aspiring athletes.
An inventor’s rules of the snowy road
Dion Snowshoes of North Bennington works to keep its edge in a niche sport.
The Ski Guide: Western Massachusetts
By Scott Stafford When the first snow falls, dozens of men and women begin scrambling up and down local hills and mountains of local ski resorts in a frantic effort to manufacture tons of artificial ground cover as quickly as possible. They are the snow makers. And while that may sound mystical, it is actually… Continue reading The Ski Guide: Western Massachusetts
From the UpCountry Kitchen
New England favorites for winter weather
Flex into a new comfort zone
By Makayla-Courtney McGeeney Thousands of Americans set New Year’s resolutions each year but rarely follow through with them, especially those who set health-related fitness goals. It’s time to break that bad habit. Commit to a new workout routine Folks join a fitness facility for a number of reasons; to lose weight, to overcome an injury,… Continue reading Flex into a new comfort zone
From the Editor
A day on the ski slopes. A trek through the woods on snowshoes. Dinner by the fireplace at a cozy restaurant. A familiar movie — on a warm couch in a well-appointed living room. In this edition of UpCountry, we’re taking you on an adventure outside and in. Skiing and snowboarding are indeed big parts… Continue reading From the Editor
5 hobbies to try this winter
Cabin fever setting in? Take the opportunity to learn a new skill.