Cannon Lover's Thread

[BodeMiller1]

Yes, ABUBOB please feel free to use our roads. The trick to getting around Concord traffic resulting from: Leaf Peepers , Old people who still have a license , all other tourists and lastly folks running drugs from" Springfield MA, New York, NY and Montreal".

So, I89 is a beltway around the Northwestern side of Concord. On the Eastern side you have Mountain rd., RT 106. These will both get you out of the I93 congestion.

From I93 you can take the exit on I93N (the exit before the Hooksett Toll booth, This will bring you to 3A. 3A can get busy from I93 overflow.

Other options Iron Works Rd runs parallel to I89N. One of the best roads in the state is Fisk Rd to Lakeview Dr. (One of the most scenic in the state according to Fritz Weatherbee). There are two orchards Carter Hill ( You can see Mt. Lafayette from a tower).

The trick is to point the nose of the car toward Cannon and floor it.

Carter Hill Orchard

www.carterhillapples.com

Home Page

Announcements: The days are counting down quickly to when we close for the season!!!! Last day is November 27th!It is time for your Thanksgiving Day pie and squash roll orders -

applehillfarmnh.com

 

[thetrailboss]

OK, let's keep this on Cannon.

 

[BodeMiller1]

Hello from Cannon Mountain and Franconia Notch State Park! Brisk mornings, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin spiced delicacies mean fall foliage is upon us. Franconia Notch is a leaf peeper's destination and well worth the trip north. We limit compacity at our attractions to ensure a comfortable experience for all. Don't miss your chance to take in falls fleeting beauty, make your reservations for the Aerial Tramway here and the Flume Gorge here. Junior Development Registrations for 2023/24 Junior Development will open this Sunday, September 10. We have revamped our Jr. Develpment program and are stoked to welcome you and your family back. For more information check out the Cannon Snowsports page. Join the Team! Are you, a friend, or family member looking for a job in the snow sports industry? Here's your chance. We are gearing up for winter and we want you to join our team. Perks include competitive wages, season passes or buddy tickets, industry and reciprocal discounts at participating locations and all you can eat snow days. We are looking for Snow Makers, Lift Attendants, Ski Instructors, Snow Reporters, Ticket Sellers and more. Head to the employment page for a full list of openings. Hiker information Are you planning on hiking in Franconia Notch this fall? Please keep in mind, this summer has been an extremely challenging hiking season, frequent rainfall has made trails muddy and very slippery. Trails are very busy during the fall and parking is limited at the trail heads. Head over to our hiker parking guide for more information on where to park and how to catch the hiker shuttle. Franconia Ridge Restoration Restoration efforts are in progress on the Franconia Ridge Loop. Trails crews are currently active on Old Bridle Path. If you encounter them; please follow the trail crew instructions, do not walk off the trail to get around a project site, and please be patient for both your safety and the safety of the trail workers. See you soon! Kelsey​

Upcoming Events ​ 25th Annual Virgin-MacLeod Memorial Golf Tournament - September 15th, 2023 The 25th Annual Virgin-MacLeod Memorial Golf Tournament is a public fundraising event that benefits our community's youth alpine ski racing program. Hosted by Franconia Ski Club, 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Scholarship Fund; a fund that provides the financial support for kids to follow their skiing dreams. Register here. Franconia Notch Half Marathon - October 28th, 2023 Runners will start at the base of Cannon Mountain and follow the Bike Path all the way to the Flume Gorge and back. The path runs along the Pemigewasset River and passes Echo Lake, The Old Man Memorial site, Profile Lake, and the Basin. A finisher medal and event t-shirt will be awarded to every runner and cash prizes go to the top 3 overall men and women. More information here. Franconia Ski Club Ski Swap - November 4th, 2023 The Ski Swap is a great place to find deals on used ski equipment or an excellent motivator to clean out your closets and unload some equipment that you no longer use. The local ski shops will be there too with a variety of items for sale. More information here.​

 

[deadheadskier]

New Hampshire's iconic tramway will be modernized

New Hampshire's iconic tramway will be modernized after the state approved $18 million for a tram replacement project.

www.boston.com

 

[thetrailboss]

New Hampshire's iconic tramway will be modernized

New Hampshire's iconic tramway will be modernized after the state approved $18 million for a tram replacement project.

www.boston.com

Interesting. Makes sense.

And I can only think of one company that can do the work. So I am not sure if there are any other qualified bidders.

 

[snoseek]

Just fucking run it 7 days a week.

 

[Abubob]

Quote from the article:

The mountain has been preparing a bid package, and the project will be advertised at the end of October, Keeler said. It’s expected that the bid process will be complete in late spring of 2024, he said, and, after that, the company selected will reinspect the system and formulate a plan.

Keeler said the tramway will run this winter season and possibly next.

“We expect to be able to run the tram for summer [2024] and possibly for winter [2024-2025], if the construction process hasn’t started yet,” Keeler said. “It would depend on whatever the winning bidder gives us for a timeline. We’re hoping [the closure] won’t go beyond one summer and one winter, but that’s to be determined.”

So it’ll be a while.

 

[BodeMiller1]

Time is Money.

Spending that much cash on a tram, WASTE

 

[Smellytele]

They posted on instagram they are blowing snow. Test? New gm being aggressive?

 

[BodeMiller1]

Marketing, keeping up with the Joneses.

 

[snoseek]

They posted on instagram they are blowing snow. Test? New gm being aggressive?

They blew in October a few years ago, got a bunch down and opened really strong a few weeks later. They've been great early except last year was slower.

 

[Puck it]

Upper Cannon and upper part of Middle Cannon under guns.

 

[snoseek]

Upper Cannon and upper part of Middle Cannon under guns. View attachment 59329

Can you confirm if they blew overnight into today?

I feel like this is more than marketing. not that they will open early or anything but maybe open with decent conditions/options

 

[Abubob]

Yes, it was 20 at my house this morning. They have lit up the Links and Tramway.

Makes me wonder about the chances of a Thanksgiving opening.

 

[Puck it]

Can you confirm if they blew overnight into today?

I feel like this is more than marketing. not that they will open early or anything but maybe open with decent conditions/options

Yes, it was 20 at my house this morning. They have lit up the Links and Tramway.

 

[snoseek]

Good to see them go all in. They will open strong I bet.

 

[BodeMiller1]

Cannon is trying to open for Thanksgiving. Hopefully, the Mass people will stop by and stay in the state and pay our taxes for us. I will not use the retard because I'm not that guy.

We see the mass folk coming a mile away. Also, drive by the mountain and veer right for a measured mile. This is there so people from Mass can see how far out of wack their odometer is from changing their wheels (before they pay their insurance).

 

[Abubob]

 

[BodeMiller1]

View attachment 59389

On the upper mountain the early season problem (not mine) is collar bone injuries. Skiers catch the ledge and go over their skies and break one or two. Happens all the time. Where people are free you will have good people and bad. Where you have more freedom, you will have better people and worse...

Cold coffee milk with mint?

 

[snoseek]

Anyone drive through the notch today and if so can you tell me if they're blowing more?