In one form or another, New England’s harborside fish shacks have been a source of shelter for over the past five centuries.
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Surf or Ski Jay Peak Resort
Vermont’s Jay Peak Resort is well known as a destination for skiers or riders in search of perfect powder. And now, thanks to the Double Barrel Flowrider—just one of the many features in Jay’s new indoor waterpark, The Pumphouse—it’s becoming a mecca for those in search of the perfect wave. Of course, the reason to […]
Indentifying Animal Tracks (Unsuccessfully)
As a person who loves the outdoors, I’ve always admired people who are astute observers of the natural world. I am not one of them, not even close. Try as a might, I am no Goodall or Thoreau. I am impressed with myself if I can figure out the difference between a pine tree or […]
New (Old) Resolutions for the Year
There is no better time than a few days before the first of January to get my resolutions in order. I was planning to re-use my “continue to be awesome,” resolution from 2011 in case anyone inquired. But rather than glib and over-used responses, I’ll begin 2012 with some heartfelt resolutions. 1. Do More Snow Rituals […]
2012 Winter Photo Contest
Yankee‘s 2012 Winter Photo Contest is now closed. Check back to find out who won! The winning photo will be published in the January/February 2013 issue of Yankee Magazine. Read photographer Susan Cole Kelly’s tips on entering a photography contest. Rules for Photo Contest Submit your best digital shots of Winter between December […]
2011 Fall Photo Contest Winner
Owl’s Head Overlook in Groton, VT by Kevin Armstrong This photo really drew us in with its strong composition, and we love the depth and the vastness of it. The tones, while moody, are quite beautiful and the quilt-like canopy pulls the viewer into the scene while drawing the eye to the texture of the […]
Best New England Romantic Inns
With so many candidates for the best New England romantic inns, we offer a short list of cozy spots that are sure to thaw hands and hearts.
Best Cross Country Ski Trails in New England
We asked Vermont author and skier David Goodman to choose his favorite cross country ski trails in New England. Here are his top five.
Holiday Gift List: Wrap Up an Outdoor Adventure
In just a couple weeks, Yankee Magazine’s January/February issue will be on newsstands. It’s a not-so-serious guide to loving winter and includes 43 reasons to embrace the season. This issue resonates with me for many reasons, primarily because I love everything about snow. Plus, who wouldn’t welcome a good excuse to eat doughnuts? (Reason No. […]
Best Comfort Food in New England
Nothing warms us up and reminds us of home like a big plate of hearty New England fare. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite places to find the best comfort food, from pot roast to pie, with help from our “Best in New England” list from our May/June 2011 issue. Dig […]
New England Snow Storm and Late Foliage
I’m a day late in posting the foliage blog this week, but I’ve been playing chicken with the forecast of winter weather. Will it happen, how much will fall, where will it fall, how long will it stay, and will there be a second storm? All questions that have the meteorologists in the region anxious […]
“If you don’t like the weather in New England, just wait a few minutes.” The quote, originally attributed to Mark Twain, has been re-uttered by many and adapted to represent everywhere, but this weekend, the original intent rang ever true. A storm system over the far north continued to swing bands of clouds over […]