Author Archives: Tim Jones

Tim Jonesstarted skiing at age 4 and hasn't stopped since. He took up Telemark a few years ago and is still terrible at it. In the summer, he hikes, bikes, paddles and fly fishes. In addition to his work at EasternSlopes.com, Tim also writes a syndicated weekly newspaper column.

Spring Skiing: Timing Is Everything

Tim Jones / March 12, 2010

Finding truly great skiing and riding is a matter of timing . . .

Backcountry Skiing Basics

Tim Jones / March 6, 2010

When enough snow has fallen, the whole world becomes a playground. . . .

Tim’s Favorite Places To XC Ski

Tim Jones / February 28, 2010

These are some personal favorites I’ve actually skied. Try any of them this winter: good times guaranteed:

Resort Comparison: Mount Snow and Stratton

Tim Jones / February 28, 2010

If you look on a map, you’ll probably be just a bit surprised to see how close together…

Resort Comparison: Jiminy Peak vs Berkshire East

Tim Jones / February 25, 2010

The Berkshires sometimes get snowstorms that haven’t made it up into Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.

How To: Lessons From A First Winter Campout

Tim Jones / February 22, 2010

A change in scenery and perspective is sometimes important for all of us.

Resort Review: Sugarbush – A Retrospective

Tim Jones / February 13, 2010

While I would never, ever, want to pick a single resort to settle down with and ski exclusively,…

Resort Review: Jackson XC

Tim Jones / February 11, 2010

Jackson XC is so big, with so many varied trails that you can almost always find what you…

Resort Review: Black Mountain

Tim Jones / February 11, 2010

Black Mountain’s been turning lifts for 75 years! Let's hope for 75 more!