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North Conway,
New Hampshire
North Conway, NH


The North Conway Climbing School is located in the heart of the White Mountains. Within a half hours drive to a half dozen ski resorts, world class rock and ice climbing, and great mountaineering terrain; North Conway is arguably one of the best outdoor destinations in the East.
While you're out adventuring, family and friends are sure to entertain themselves with the regions many seasonal sports and shopping outlets. Meet up at the end of the day at The Moat Mountain Brewery (our cherished local spot) or swap stories at Starbucks, right next to our awesome new shop at Settler's Crossing.

Rock Climbing - Ice Climbing - Mountaineering - Overnights - Clinics and Specials - AIARE Avalanche Courses

Backcountry Skiing - Ski Mountaineering - Telemark Lessons - Telemark Clinics and Demos

New Paltz,
New York
New Paltz, NY


The Shawangunks or the ‘Gunks’ is nestled just outside the village of New Paltz, New York, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Located an hour and a half north of New York City, it is one of the nation’s premier rock climbing epicenters. The cliffs are located within the Historic Mohonk Preserve. Where in addition to rock climbing, you can also run, bike or hike along the miles of gently rolling carriage roads, and single track trails. When you’re not enjoying the incredible rock, just a short drive north, the Catskill Mountains region offers a wide range of summer and winter activities ice climbing, waterfall hikes, snowshoeing, cross country skiing. You can also find a wide variety of shops, antiques and dine in many of the fine restaurants in and around the towns of New Paltz, Gardiner, Stoneridge, High Falls, and Rosendale.

Rock Climbing - Ice Climbing - Overnights - Clinics and Specials

Lake Placid,
New York
Lake Placid offers an assortment of fun all season long. In the summer spend the day hiking or kayaking and in the winter throw on the skis or snowshoes for a real winter adventure. You'll find many friendly restaurants, motels, and lodges within this natural playground.

Rock Climbing - Ice Climbing - Mountaineering

West Hartford,
Connecticut
West Hartford is located in central Connecticut 100 miles southwest of Boston and 100 miles northeast of New York City. The "Main Cliff," at Southington's Ragged Mountain, is one of the most popular sites for rock climbing in the state; and the cliff offers climbs for all ability levels. Some climbers consider the faces here to be the best and varied in the entire country. Try your hand at crack climbing or learn fancy foot work as you scramble up the technical traprock faces.

Rock Climbing - Ice Climbing


Cranmore

Cranmore Mountain is located in North Conway in the scenic White Mountain region of New Hanmpshire. Cranmore opened in 1937 and is one of the country’s oldest continuously operating ski areas.
Every winter, hundreds of thousands of families come to Cranmore to ski and ride on our sunny slopes. We offer 50 trails and glades, with a full service ski and snowboard school, many food and beverage options, a fully-licensed bar, snow tubing park and a fitness facility with indoor climbing wall, swimming pool and tennis...read more

Telemark Lessons - Telemark Clinics and Demos


Wachusett

Hours: Weekdays 9am-10pm/ Weekends 8am-10pm
Skiable Acres: 110
Novice 30%, Intermediate 40%, Advanced 30%
The longest trail is 1 1/2 miles on “Balance Rock.”
Wide variety of terrain that exists for skiers of all abilities.
100% coverage on all 108 acres.

Telemark Lessons

Blue Hills,
Massachusetts
Blue Hills Ski Area is conveniently located in Canton, MA, making it the closest ski area to the Boston Metro Area. The Ski Area itself has been around since the early 1960’s. The Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts owns the ski area, which has been leased by numerous companies in the past. The revitalization began in 2007 when Ski Blue Hills Management, LLC (SBHM) was awarded a 5-year lease of the area. SBHM also operates Campgaw Mountain in Mahwah, NJ and is dedicated to bringing back Blue Hills Ski Area by creating an atmosphere where families come together to enjoy winter sports in a fun, safe environment ..read more.

Telemark Clinics and Demos

Ward Hill Ski Area,
Massachusetts
Whether you're a beginner or advanced skier, young or old you'll enjoy the thrill of skiing at Ski Ward. We are conveniently located just minutes from major highways in Shrewsbury, Mass only 30 minutes from the Rhode Island line! It's like skiing in your own backyard! Nine beautifully groomed trails, 4 lifts, mogul field , 1/4 pipe and terrain garden all provide the right amount of challenge day or night. With our state of the art snow making and grooming equipment, you can show up any time and enjoy the thrills of beautiful skiing conditions without the 3 hour drive and long lift lines!...read more

Telemark Clinics

Bolton Valley,
Vermont
The Best Family Ski Resort in Vermont is Bolton Valley. Affordable fun for kids (and adults) of all ages, great terrain for all abilities. Bolton Valley is Vermont's Best Family Skiing and Riding!
Located midway between Burlington and Montpelier Vermont, Bolton Valley is set amidst 5,000 acres of Vermont's most spectacular Green Mountain vistas. In addition to skiing and riding from our 3,150-foot summit, Bolton Valley offers unparalleled backcountry and Nordic skiing and snowshoeing on 100 kilometers of trails. Bolton Valley Ski Resort is the perfect vacation location for the entire family...read more

Telemark Clinics
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For further information and reservations please call 800-310-4504.
CLIMBING SCHOOL
EMS Climbing School- Ice Climbing, Rock Climbing, Mountaineering
KAYAK SCHOOL
EMS Kayak School- Instruction, Tours, Clinics
SKI SCHOOL
EMS Ski School- Telemark and Backcountry
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800-310-4504 • 1498 White Mountain Highway Unit C30, North Conway NH 03860 • schools@ems.com
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