"The bible" of backcountry skiing is now bigger, better, and completely
updated. Thirty years after his first guidebook became a cult classic
among Eastern powder seekers and garnered two national awards, David
Goodman has revised and expanded his "bible of Northeastern backcountry
skiing" for the next generation of winter adventurers. From thrilling
day trips in the East's highest mountains to hut-to-hut wilderness
journeys, this is the only comprehensive guide to the best backcountry
ski and snowboard tours in New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, New York, and
Massachusetts with description, distance, elevation, difficulty rating,
and topographic map included for each tour. Learn about proper gear,
essential skills, and fascinating ski history. Whether you are a
seasoned AT, telemark, or cross-country skier, a snowboarder, or a
resort skier ready to explore the backcountry, this book will lead you
to the best powder in the Northeast. INSIDE YOU'LL FIND Color action
shots from the East's best ski photographers A comprehensive guide to
skiing and riding in Tuckerman Ravine Information on avalanche
awareness, gear, safety, and first aid Where to ski the Northeast's best
glade zones Praise for previous editions "The bible of Eastern
backcountry skiing."--Backcountry Magazine "Goodman's guide delivers the
goods."--Powder Magazine "Goodman is a godfather... of Northeast
backcountry skiing."--Boston Globe
