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]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:13:47 -0400 <![CDATA[Splish Splash!]]>
Nice day for a dip. Nate Harvey, Paddling Program Director, shows his pool class how to cartwheel. The pool session at Attitash was followed by a day on the Saco River. Nate lead 9 students from Kennett High School's Alternative Education Course on the two day adventure. Photo by Greg Keeler/Attitash]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 16:55:52 -0400 <![CDATA[Fun for all...]]>
Week two of the Spring Running/Walking Series brought out the fun in everyone as the skies opened up and poured down buckets then followed with wonderful sunshine. Kelsey and Zoe had a great time quacking all the way around the course. Come join us next Thursday!]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 16:57:37 -0400 <![CDATA[Incredible Wildflowers]]>
This is a facinating time of the year at Great Glen as the flowers are starting that wonderful cycle of change. Painted Trillium and it's cousin Stinking Benjamin are all over. Lady Slippers are coming out and a couple of Jack-in-the-Pulpits have been spotted.]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 16:58:34 -0400 <![CDATA[Nordic Walking at the Glen]]>
The Spring Trail Running and Walking Series held on Thursdays is a great time to try out Nordic Walking. We'll be running and walking each Thursday for the next 5 weeks, come on out and join us. Nordic Walking sessions are also held on Saturdays at 10 am.]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 17:00:14 -0400 <![CDATA[A little sun, a little rain]]>
The weather is starting to lighten up a bit with some very nice summer days this week. Thursday's trail run was a matter of timing as to whether you had a run in the sun or got drenched. And the wildflowers are still in full bloom, come on out and see.]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 17:01:18 -0400 <![CDATA[A Little Contest]]>
Free trail pass for biking or xc skiing to the first person who can correctly identify both the butterfly and the flower. Email howie@mt-washington.com. UPDATE: 6/23/06 We have a winner, Danielle Triffitt correctly identified the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail on a Devil's Paintbrush (or Orange Hawkweed). Thanks to everyone who entered!]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 17:02:24 -0400 <![CDATA[There's a Black Fly in My Eye]]>
Trail Run and Relay was held here Sunday (6-25-06). 71 racers individually or on teams battled the 15 kilometer course and had a great time. (Not too many black flies). Can't wait to see you again next year! Men’s winner David Herr (1hr, 2 min, 27 sec), Women’s winner Leigh Clarke (1hr, 26 min, 59 sec.), Team of 2 winners are Carol and Dennis Weeks, and Team of 3 Mary, Dan and Sean Doherty.]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2006 17:03:37 -0400 <![CDATA[Our Neighbors]]>
Our neighbors sometimes drop in for a visit during tea time. This gentleman wandered through the yard here at Great Glen the other afternoon much to the delight of our guests.]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2006 07:26:41 -0400 <![CDATA[Sea Kayaking]]>
This photo was taken by our staff while out on Muscongus Bay off the coast of Maine. The 5 day ocean kayak adventure is conducted for the AMC by GGT as part of AMC's Teen Wilderness Camp.]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2006 07:42:26 -0400 <![CDATA[Hangin' out]]>
One of the nicest, most relaxing things to do here at Great Glen is just go out on the trails and enjoy the natural beauty of the area with no particular goal in mind. These guys have got it right.]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2006 13:40:23 -0400 <![CDATA[The big race]]>
The countdown is on for the 24 Hours of Great Glen set to start at noon Saturday. Come on out and watch the excitment and cheer on these amazing competitors. We race through the night so come anytime!]]> Sat, 12 Aug 2006 08:01:29 -0400 <![CDATA[I saw Elvis!]]>
The start of the 24 Hours of Great Glen is always entertaining - sometimes you even see famous people. Check back over the weekend for more on course shots.]]> Sat, 12 Aug 2006 17:37:22 -0400 <![CDATA[It was a blast!]]>
The 24 Hours of Great Glen is in the history books once more having been contested under nearly ideal weekend conditons. See the website for more photos and results which will be posted over the next couple of days.]]> Sun, 13 Aug 2006 17:09:09 -0400 <![CDATA[Streaking through the night]]>
This 20 second exposure photo shows a rider coming out of one of the pieces of single track during the night riding at the 24 Hours of Great Glen. Come join the fun next August 11 - 12, 2007!]]> Tue, 15 Aug 2006 15:29:19 -0400 <![CDATA[Another ocean adventure]]>
Here at Great Glen our adventures come in all shapes and sizes. Last week we were again off the coast of Maine with an AMC Teen Wilderness Camp; several days of island hopping and storm watching.]]> Sat, 19 Aug 2006 14:02:03 -0400 <![CDATA[You could get married here!]]>
Great Glen is a wonderful place for a wedding - and I'm speaking from personal experience! Talk to Mary or Amy and we'll help make it one of a kind.]]> Sun, 03 Sep 2006 13:25:12 -0400 <![CDATA[A wonderful time on the trails or on the water]]>
We're still offering our canoe and kayak trips on the Androscoggin River and it's a wonderful time to be on the water with the fall colors coming on strong. As you can see the trails are quite colorful as well.]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2006 16:11:33 -0400 <![CDATA[Montrail Fall Running Series]]>
Our Montrail Fall Running Series concluded last night with a fantastic evening for trail running and a fun awards party. As always the swag was knee deep from our generous sponsors. Everyone went home happy with the memories of great runs and friendly competition. Pictured here are some of the indiviual winners - Suda, Sue, Dan, Jesse and in front Jared, Timmy, Linsay, and Sean.]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2006 13:06:59 -0400 <![CDATA[Fall spectacle ]]>
This is a fantastic time of the year for a bike ride around Great Glen Trails - come on out and enjoy this wonderful fall color show.]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2006 15:59:43 -0400 <![CDATA[Ride and Tie winners!]]>
Here's Jim Maddock and Brian Sullivan about to cross the finish line on their way to winning the Third Annual Ride and Tie at Great Glen Trails on Saturday October 14th.]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2006 15:04:50 -0400 <![CDATA[Cyclocross]]>
Join us again this Sunday for 'Cross in the Glen, our new cyclocross series. See the events section for complete information.]]> Fri, 20 Oct 2006 16:51:04 -0400 <![CDATA[Preparing to start]]>
The intermediate / elite start of the October 22 race day of the 'Cross In The Glen Cyclocross series. For results click on the News link.]]> Mon, 23 Oct 2006 14:55:09 -0400 <![CDATA[Porky Gulch Classic Underway]]>
The Toughest Two, the first stage of the the Porky Gulch Classic, started this morning with two mile climb up the Mt. Washington Auto Road. Look for more shots from the Story Land Criterium later today, and a full photo gallery following the conclusion of the race on Sunday.]]> Sat, 04 Nov 2006 11:01:11 -0500 <![CDATA[The Toughest Two]]>
On a slightly less than two-mile course up the Mt. Washington Auto Road due to some early snowfall, the Porky Gulch Classic kicked off with the first stage Saturday morning. Look for more shots from the Story Land Criterium later today, and a full photo gallery following the conclusion of the race on Sunday.]]> Sat, 04 Nov 2006 11:26:28 -0500 <![CDATA[The Story Land Criterium]]>
Racers speed past Cinderella's Castle during the second stage of the Porky Gulch Classic. The stage race to crown the best all around cyclist in New England wraps up tomorrow with the cyclocross event at Great Glen Trails, the Rockpile Rampage.]]> Sat, 04 Nov 2006 17:46:55 -0500 <![CDATA[Winter season closing day]]>
This, believe it or not, is a shot taken Sunday morning, March 25, 2007 - our winter season closing day.  The 3 inches of fresh snow didn't last long when the sun came up and the tempertures rose into the 40s.  We'll have a brief mud season this year then on to summer!]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2007 12:53:09 -0400 <![CDATA[New Bike Fleet]]>
Nate is hard at work getting our new rental bikes ready for the season.]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2007 13:52:46 -0400 <![CDATA[It's Summer!]]>
The Salomon Spring Trail Running Series is underway, and Great Glen Trails is open for the summer season. See you soon!]]> Thu, 10 May 2007 18:12:39 -0400 <![CDATA[Trillium!]]>
The wildflowers are just starting to emerge here in the Glen, and that means summer is just around the corner. We're open Thursday - Sunday, so come on out and check them out in person.]]> Tue, 15 May 2007 19:28:55 -0400 <![CDATA[The sun sets in the Glen]]>
The days are getting longer, and summer is fast approaching. A great evening in the Glen as the sun sinks low near Mt. Adams.]]> Wed, 23 May 2007 19:37:11 -0400 <![CDATA[And they're off!]]>
The Doherty Men head out during week 3 of the Salomon Spring Trail Running Series. Still five more weeks left. See you next Thursday.]]> Thu, 24 May 2007 20:55:29 -0400 <![CDATA[Blossoms in the Glen]]>
One of the many beautiful sites here at the base of Mt. Washington.]]> Wed, 30 May 2007 12:42:41 -0400 <![CDATA[Family Ride]]>
We have trailers and trail-a-bikes, so the whole family can get out on the Trails.]]> Thu, 14 Jun 2007 12:53:52 -0400 <![CDATA[Riding Through the Lupines]]>
The wildflowers are starting to bloom. It's a beautiful time in the Glen.]]> Mon, 18 Jun 2007 19:31:16 -0400 <![CDATA[There's A Black Fly in My Eye]]>
An exciting pass in the river near the end of the race.]]> Sat, 30 Jun 2007 12:40:38 -0400 <![CDATA[Importech Summer Mountain Bike Series]]>
The Importech Summer Mountain Bike Series at Great Glen Trails is in full swing. Grab your bike and grab some buddies for good time on the trails. And don't forget about the huge prize raffle.]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:46:26 -0400 <![CDATA[One of the locals]]>
Sorry sir (?), we don't have your size bike...]]> Sat, 21 Jul 2007 21:50:13 -0400 <![CDATA[A new Cadiddlehopper takes shape]]>
One of the improvements going on at GGT this summer is the replacement of the yurt at Cadiddlehopper Station.  We'll be doing another building recycle as we move the very old former info booth to it's new location to take the place of the yurt.  While somewhat smaller, it will be  much more efficiently heated in winter when it plays the role of warming hut for the tubing hill.]]> Thu, 02 Aug 2007 15:10:32 -0400 <![CDATA[Checking out the 24 Hour course]]>

Maggie brought a group of Littleton Landsharks over on Wednesday to get an early look at how the 24 Hour course is shaping up.  The Landsharks are bringing 19 teams this year!  See you on the 11th!

]]> Fri, 03 Aug 2007 16:07:00 -0400 <![CDATA[Gettin' ready]]>
Mary, Amy and the whole extended GGT and Auto Road crew are busily preparing for tomorrow's 24 Hours of Great Glen.  Come on out and spectate or volunteer - no experience necessary!]]> Fri, 10 Aug 2007 11:50:26 -0400 <![CDATA[Sumo Start]]>
You have to run before you can bike, and what better way to start the 24 Hours of Great Glen than in a sumo wrestling costume?]]> Sat, 11 Aug 2007 12:42:42 -0400 <![CDATA[They're off!]]>

474 riders on 167 teams went off at noon today for the start of the 24 Hours of Great Glen.  Come out and watch the fun as the race continues through the night.

]]> Sat, 11 Aug 2007 15:03:11 -0400 <![CDATA[The Future of Cycling]]>
The kids hit the course in the 24 Minutes of Great Glen, just one of the many great family events during the 24 Hours of Great Glen.]]> Sat, 11 Aug 2007 16:09:49 -0400 <![CDATA[Cheez Doodle Hang Time]]>
The Cheez Doodle Toss, perhaps the most serious aspect of the 24 Hours of Great Glen, once again drew competitors from around the globe showcasing the finest in doodle tossing mastery.]]> Sat, 11 Aug 2007 19:32:39 -0400 <![CDATA[On Through the Night]]>
Into the wee hours of the morning, the riders ride and the timers time. That's the way it goes during the 24 Hours of Great Glen.]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2007 03:31:14 -0400 <![CDATA[No really, you won!]]>
Eighteen year-old Peter Ostroski of Intervale, NH won the men's overall title at the 12th Annual 24 Hours of Great Glen with 24 laps in 24 hours. His riding was great, but he needs to work on his podium pose. For results, photos and video click here. (Photo by Justin Macomber.)]]> Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:21:11 -0400 <![CDATA[Auntie Em, Auntie Em...!]]>
The "new" Cadiddlehopper gets swung onto a truck to be moved up to take the place of the yurt on the hill.  In a couple of weeks the yurt will be down and this recycled building will be fully functional in it's place.]]> Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:06:11 -0400 <![CDATA[Moth or butterfly?]]>
It's a beautiful time of the year here at Great Glen.]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2007 17:34:57 -0400 <![CDATA[Fun on the wata']]>

We can take your group out for a day on the river that you'll be talking about for months. On one of our 1/2 day trip yesterday we saw a bull moose, two eagles, a black bear and a Great Blue Heron.  We'll post a photo of the eagle in a couple of days.

]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2007 14:33:21 -0400 <![CDATA[Eagle on the Andro]]>

With the remarkable recovery of the eagle population in recent years, they have become a regular sight on both our half day and full day kayak trips.

]]> Sun, 02 Sep 2007 08:21:16 -0400 <![CDATA[Mt. Washington Invitational at Great Glen Trails]]>

On a hazy, humid day in Pinkham Notch, twenty-two high schools raced in the first cross country invitational of the season, the Mt. Washington Invitational hosted by Berlin High School. Here the racers in the boys' varsity division head out onto the course at Great Glen Trails. More here.

]]> Sat, 08 Sep 2007 12:16:50 -0400 <![CDATA[Montrail Fall Trail Running Series]]>

A great day for running. The Montrail Fall Trail Running Series continues every Thursday at Great Glen Trails through October 4th. More here.

]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2007 17:02:49 -0400 <![CDATA[Great paddling weather]]>

We're still kayaking on the rivers just north of us and some of the best weather and scenery are here now.  With the cool morning temps and the fall foliage, not only are the colors wonderful but the wildlife sightings have been great as well.  Give us a call, we'll show you the wonders of northern NH!

]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2007 16:50:00 -0400 <![CDATA[Autumn in the Glen]]>

The colors at Great Glen Trails are beautiful right now. Come on up for a ride on our trails, and check out the tent sale at Great Glen Outfitters this weekend.

]]> Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:52:15 -0400 <![CDATA[Fall Tent Sale]]>

Our biggest sale of the year will take place here at the lodge over Columbus Weekend.  Come on out and outfit yourself, friends and family.  It's never too early to get in some Christmas shopping!

]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:38:18 -0400 <![CDATA['Cross in the Glen]]>

Today, Oct 14 was the beginning of our 5 part Cyclocross series.  A strong turnout of beginners to experts competed in light snow squalls, chilly temps and beautiful fall foliage.  Come on out and join the fun next Sunday.  It's also a fun spectator event with all of the course accessible.

]]> Sun, 14 Oct 2007 12:31:50 -0400 <![CDATA[The Toughest Two]]>

The first stage of the 2007 Porky Gulch Classic is in the books. Racing shifts to Story Land for the criterium this afternoon.

]]> Sat, 03 Nov 2007 10:49:00 -0400 <![CDATA[Story Land Criterium]]>

Racing through Story Land—not your average, fairy-tale criterium! Two stages are in the books, and the Porky Gulch Classic wraps up tomorrow with the Rockpile Rampage Cyclocross at Great Glen Trails.

]]> Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:21:42 -0400 <![CDATA[Rockpile Rampage]]>

Day two of the Porky Gulch Classic is underway on a perfect day in Pinkham Notch with the Rockpile Rampage Cyclocross.

]]> Sun, 04 Nov 2007 10:42:52 -0500 <![CDATA[Preview of Coming Attractions]]>

We're not biking yet, but we will be soon. This shot from last summer is just a reminder of what's coming up in May. See you soon!

]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2008 11:24:03 -0400 <![CDATA[Heading Out on the Saco]]>

Here's Nate with a group from Lyndon State College. Well, actually, it's a class. Nate is a professor of paddling, and this is his 101 class.

]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:44:57 -0400 <![CDATA[Red Trillium]]>

Amy snapped this beautiful shot during her morning run today. She also reports many other flowers starting to appear along the trails.

]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 10:01:37 -0400 <![CDATA[Spring Trail Running Series]]>

The first week is in the books! If you missed this week, we hope to see you next Thursday.

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