Our writers, researchers, and photographers are the key to the success of MWV Vibe. If you reside locally or have ties to the Mt. Washington Valley and would like to offer your creative talents, please let us know by filling out this form. The majority of contributors are paid-for contractors.
Lifestyle sports and recreation have always been central to Amy’s media career, from marketing several large resorts, opening RSN’s (now Outside TV) North Conway station, and hosting the network’s national programs to hosting podcasts for ussailing.org and Alpine Canada (Canadian Ski Team). Today, she’s the executive director of the Laura Foundation, a non-profit providing recreational and educational programming for individuals with autism and epilepsy.
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Ski The Whites is a backcountry ski shop located in Jackson, NH that offers rentals and season-long leases for all the gear sold in the shop. Learn more at www.skithewhites.com and be sure to check out the winter Friday Night Lights series at Black Mountain.
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Andrew splits his time between Conway, NH and Melrose, MA. He serves on the Board of the White Mountains Interpretive Association and has a background in journalism, clean tech, government affairs, and parenting. He enjoys swimming and reading at Davis Park in Conway, where he occasionally provides unsolicited advice to visitors who are behaving (ahem) … poorly.
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Anna, a valley local for 20 years, currently works in IT for the White Mountain National Forest. Previous jobs she loved were National Forest Wildlife Technician, Ski Patroller, Mount Washington Weather Observer, and South Pole Station Weather Observer. Whenever she can escape, she is sure to be exploring new places or returning to old favorites with her family.
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Aurora Winkler is a working abstract painter and entrepreneur. She lives in Fryeburg with her long-time boyfriend Daniel, and their two excitable English Labrador sisters, Shugar and Boona. You will likely find her down by the river or painting in the studio yurt on their land in Denmark, Maine.
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Bernadette Donohue is a seasoned professional, helping buyers and sellers with their real estate needs for the past 35 years. Bernie works for Badger Realty in North Conway, NH, and resides in Fryeburg, ME. She has dedicated her career and lifestyle to serving clients and the community with the heart of a mother. Bernie can be reached at (207) 542-9967 and via email at Bernie@BadgerRealty.com.
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Bill Kane is the owner and director of The Kane Schools, Wild & Rescue Medicine. Kane has spent over 46 years with Fryeburg Rescue and in Wilderness SAR in NH and ME. He is licensed in NH and ME to teach wilderness and urban medicine, is a member of the NHOC, and of the NH Region 5 EMS Regional Council.
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Bob Cottrell is the Curator of both the Nella Braddy Henney History Room at the Conway Public Library and the Conway Historical Society. He also serves as an independent history and museum consultant, (Curator for hire), and is a speaker with the New Hampshire Humanities Council. He has a master’s degree from the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture in Delaware. He was born and raised in Florida and has worked in the history/museum field since 1980. He has worked at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American Art in Washington D.C., The Crowley Museum and Nature Center in Sarasota, Florida, the St. Petersburg Historical Museum also in Florida, the Conner Prairie Museum in Indiana and at Bilkent University in Ankara, Turkey. In 1996 he became the founding Director of the Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm in Tamworth, New Hampshire.
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Between tending to his cows and vegetable gardens, maple sugaring, bee keeping, hay making, and wood splitting, Bob authors a blog, “The Farmer’s Pencil.” His blog reflects on life on the southern edge of the rugged White Mountains from the vantage point of an old New England farm.
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Brian is a professional chef and caterer. He has lived and worked in the MWV for 40 years. He has written several books and enjoys making how-to videos on cooking. Brian’s passion is to help people learn how to enjoy cooking and have fun in the kitchen. When he is not in the kitchen, he loves spending time with his grandchildren, in nature, and on long walks in the forest.
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Cathryn is a Boston-based writer and editor, as well as a graduate of Trinity College and the Columbia Publishing Course. She’s been skiing, hiking, and kayaking her way across the Mt. Washington Valley since she was a child, and can be found curling up with a book at her family’s home in Bartlett, NH on any given weekend.
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Chris is an avid hiker and is the owner of White Mountain Images Photography. Devoted to capturing the beauty in this special part of New England, his love of photography stemmed from a long involvement with oil painting. He traded his brushes for the digital darkroom and hasn't looked back since. Chris draws inspiration from the expansive wilderness, craggy ridges, and waterfalls that lie in the heart of the White Mountains and attempts to capture them so that others can enjoy.
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Christine Thompson is an educator, a writer, and a mom. Currently she writes and manages grants for the local school district by day and teaches college by night. When she’s not working, you can find her sipping coffee, hiking with her dog, or enthusiastically cheering at one of her two son’s school events.
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Clay Groves is obsessed with fish and best known for a quest to catch and eat every kind of freshwater fish in New Hampshire. After catching and eating 48 species of fish and ending the epic quest, he could not stop talking about the adventures or the fishy people met along the way. Clay is a husband, father, teacher, and fishing guide. He hosts the nationally popular Fish Nerds podcast, www.fishnerds.com catchthemallnh@gmail.com
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Dan Houde is a resident of North Conway and the Mt Washington Valley of New Hampshire. Dan operates a Photography business, Wiseguy Creative Photography, and is the owner and editor of Mt Washington Vibe magazine, a lifestyle magazine based in North Conway, NH
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David has devoted his entire adult life to climbing and is currently working as a professional mountain guide and avalanche educator. In his free time, you will find him blogging, mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, skiing, or in the kitchen working on a new recipe with his wife Michelle, his son Alex, and daughter Madalena.
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Dominic Lentini is a licensed New Hampshire fly fishing guide in North Conway, NH. He owns Fly Fish NH, a guide service specializing in float and wade trips on the Androscoggin, Saco, and Connecticut Rivers. From beginners to experts, he loves sharing his passion for rivers with others.
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Dr. Trish Murray is a physician and a leading expert on the fascia (connective tissue). She’s an author, health catalyst speaker, and well-respected authority in the osteopathic community, where she has taught physicians for over a decade to optimize their skills in using their hands to treat patients, bringing balance back into the spine and fascia. She has helped thousands of patients optimize their quality of life with her holistic health and movement programs, including the Discover Health Movement Membership, a revolutionary program of live and online, instructor-led classes designed to help you unlock the keys to healthy aging. To transform your health, contact Dr. Murray at www.discoverhealthfmc.com.
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Born and raised in Jackson NH, Frank is a Valley native and lifelong lover of the outdoors. He enjoys hiking, skiing, music, and is currently a member of both the Acting and Outdoors Clubs at College of the Holy Cross, where he is pursuing a degree in history.
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Gabriel Oak Ohlson is a native son of Madison who learned to ski at King Pine and still has all his ESSC pins. Travel was and still is his favourite aspect of skiing. His gratitude for the sport continues to grow and the lessons he learned on the hill inform his life everyday. "There is no such thing as bad snow, just bad skiers"
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Hilary McCloy, PT, DPT is Doctor of Physical Therapy, an alumnus of the US Alpine ski team, ultra-runner, and owner of Hilary McCloy Physical Therapy and Performance coaching in Jackson, NH. Hilary runs an online ski conditioning program that focuses on strengthening and education to improve skiing performance with injury prevention. Hilary McCloy, PT, DPT, Owner Hilary McCloy, LLCPhysical Therapy and Performance Coaching www.hilarymccloy.com • Jackson, NH (802) 238-3976 Serving all residents and visitors to the Valley
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Jaimie perpetuates the MWV Chamber’s MWV Pledge, Hire a Guide, and Learn from a Local, Like a Local programs that have values rooted in impact management, sustainable recreation, and community support—values that Jaimie whole-heartedly believes in. She grew up in Fryeburg, Maine, and feels so thankful every day she had access to the outdoors growing up.
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Jake is a North Conway, NH based freelance writer. An avid backcountry skier and whitewater kayaker, he has explored mountains and rivers around the world. He is a founding member of three MWV non-profits and serves as the President of the Friends of Tuckerman Ravine, Vice President of the White Mountain Swiftwater Rescue Team, and on the board of the Granite Backcountry Alliance.
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Jason Gagnon has served as superintendent of North Conway Water Precinct since 2018. Prior to arriving in North Conway, Jason’s career involved time as a director of public works, consulting engineer, and in the heavy commercial construction field. He currently serves on the Advisory Commission for the New Hampshire Drinking Water Groundwater Trust Fund, on the Board of Directors for the New Hampshire Water Works Association, and as a board member of the Saco Headwaters Alliance. He is a strong believer in the value of public infrastructure and public education, both of which he believes are foundations of every strong community.
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Jeff Fongemie is the director of the USFS Mount Washington Avalanche Center, where he leads and supports a talented team of avalanche forecasters and volunteers, specializing in avalanche forecasting, public outreach, and technical rescue. A lifelong skier, Jeff began on resort slopes as a child and transitioned to backcountry skiing in the 1990s. Dedicated to helping others enjoy the backcountry safely and responsibly, he also volunteers with the Mountain Rescue Service and serves as adjunct faculty at Dartmouth’s Wilderness and Austere Medicine Fellowship, sharing his expertise in mountain safety.
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Jennie Blair owns and operates A New Day Farm, est. 2015, a small-scale vegetable farm and seedling business, as well as With These Hands Pottery, a functional hand-thrown pottery business, est. 2004, allowing for year-round time playing in the dirt, in her hometown of Conway.
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Jeremiah Beach is a local skier, cyclist, and general gear junkie. When he’s not out in the woods maintaining local bike trails or winter ski lines, he can be found at his shop, Pro Tune in Glen. Jeremiah is also an active volunteer on local nonprofit boards and a former U.S. Ski Team and Paralympic team equipment technician.
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John has lived in the Valley since 1979 and has worked in numerous roles with children during that time. PSIA Level III Certified since 1989, John has spent 39 years with King Pine Ski School and is currently a Technical and Training Director/U12 Race Coach. John has served as Director of Ski Camps and a Family Camp, and started as a summer camp counselor.
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JP Goodwin is a local now, having relocated from Marblehead, MA about 15 years ago to enjoy the backcountry. She lives on an old farm in Silver Lake where her tiny studio is simply her warehouse and frame shop. JP is a plein air painter throughout all four seasons, and always has been. She has degrees in fine art and residential design. Having been a principal in three galleries in Massachusettes and one in Colorado over the years, she now is associated with the Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association and ArtWorks Gallery/Chocorua Creative Arts Center. She hikes, gardens, as well as paints, and during the winter, she also teaches skiing.
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Kristin Groves lives in Conway, NH with her husband Clay, daughters Zoe and Sam, dog Ruthie and an assortment of other animals. She teaches a multi-age kindergarten and first grade class in Jackson and is always seeking new, fun adventures in the Mt. Washington Valley and around the world.
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Laura Cummings owns and operates White Birch Books, an independent full service bookstore serving the Mt. Washington Valley – and beyond – for 25 years and counting. She lives across state line in Maine with her favorite (and only) son and two cats.
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Lily is a writer residing on the NH Seacoast who enjoys writing about health and outdoor recreation. She spends most weekends hiking the White Mountains and is part of Hiking Buddies NH 48, a hiking Facebook group. She also enjoys blogging about her adventures and going on trail runs.
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Lori Steere is a front yard gardener, health coach, and raw chocolatier at local farmers’ markets. She teaches cooking workshops on brewing kombucha, the art of lacto-fermentation, medicinal dandelion wine, and healthy fuel for athletes. She is passionate about teaching others how to sneak healthy habits into everyday life.
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Majo is a Mexico City native who first came to New Hampshire at 11 years old as a camper at Camp Waukeela. She has since been a part of this institution, as a counselor, head counselor, and now assistant director. Majo loves to spend her summers in the Mt. Washington Valley connecting with nature and the wonderful people.
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Mark chairs the Saco Swift Rivers Local Advisory Committee and the Board of Selectmen in Hart’s Location, where he and his wife Nancy have lived since 1990. Mark also serves on the board of directors of the North Country Council, our Regional Planning Commission. Mark is an avid outdoorsman, innkeeper, and general manager at the Notchland Inn.
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Marlies is living her very best life hidden away in the mountains of Brownfield, Maine with her husband, two boys and three dogs. Working at Stone Mountain Arts Center since 2006, Marlies turns to writing to air out her mind on a regular basis.
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Marty writes about the outdoors, travel, food, and sports. He lives on a Valley dirt road and has been known to shovel some snow, but only after the plow guy’s done. Then he can drive to a groomed trail and play. He’s won some writing awards. Go figure.
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Matt is a teacher naturalist at Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany, New Hampshire. Formerly the Adirondack Mountain Club’s coordinator for interpretive programs, he has a degree in Environmental Education from Antioch in Keene, NH.
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Mike Cherim, a North Conway resident, is a trailwork- and SAR-volunteer in the WMNF. His passions are primarily hiking and skiing (plus biking and fishing)—and he also loves to write. He makes his living, however, running a local guiding company: Redline Guiding, Intervale, NH www.redlineguiding.com
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Mindy and her husband own Stark’s Mountain Herbs, where they cultivate sun-grown, small batch herbal remedies, relying solely on organic and regenerative practices. They believe people can heal, elevate and thrive with support from plant medicine that is made in a positive, affirming environment. Custom blends are available and designed to meet a range of needs. All tinctures can be found at starksmountainherbs.com or in the retail area at HeartSpace, a wellness studio in Fryeburg Maine.
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Phil moved to Bartlett from CT in 2014. Being active in the community, Phil is on the Board of Directors of the Bartlett Historical Society, the chairman of the Bartlett Planning Board, and is on the board of his local homeowners’ association. His other interests include photography, cycling, hiking, and writing.
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Rick is the general manager of Minuteman Press in North Conway. He spends his time golfing, biking, and adventuring with his wife and his 4-year-old son. He settled in the Mt. Washington Valley after spending quality time in Bozeman, Boston, and his hometown of Dixville Notch.
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As owner of Rooted in Light Media, a photography, video, writing, and design company, Ryan splits his time between North Con- way and Massachusetts’ North Shore. Ryan’s passion for outdoor recreation and conservation is evident in the work he has done throughout the Valley as a creative professional and a steward of the environment.
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Sam Trombley, Gorham, NH Sam is the Marketing Manager at Backyard Concept and focuses on promoting New Hampshire’s vibrant outdoor economy. In her free time, Sam can be found doing anything outside, usually skiing, trail running, or rock climbing, depending on the season. She loves to play with her new pup Scarlett and host trivia on Thursdays at Big Day Brewing in Gorham.
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Scott Halvorson is the treasurer of the Nansen Ski Club and a member of the Friends of Big Nansen. Being a Berlin native, his interest in the Nansen Ski Club and the Big Nansen comes from his love of the North Country, as well as being a family legacy. His grandfather, Alf Halvorson, a skiing pioneer and promoter, spearheaded the building of the jump, and was a club leader for decades.
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Chef Steffani Adaska is a culinary consultant and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Adaska is also a caterer, food emcee, cooking show host, teacher of private and group cooking classes, as well as a New England restaurant consultant. Chef Steffani is also the inventor of Grill Slick™, a revolutionary BBQ accessory which lubricates bbq grills to prevent food from sticking. Grill Slick™ is available for pre-sale now at www.adaskousa.com.
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After competing in the 1984 Winter Olympics in cross country skiing, Sue began coaching skiers and continues as Ski School Director at Great Glen Trails. As a published writer, she prefers writing about cross country skiing most and is also an active outdoor enthusiast and enjoys traveling with her husband, Howie Wemyss.
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Sven Cole is a local writer and adventurer. His day job is as the Assistant Head of School at Bridgeton Academy, but his downtime is spent exploring the region on a bike or skis with his daughters (and he tries to keep up with them!)
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Previous writer for the Mountain Ear and occasional writer for the Conway Daily Sun, Tim operates the Country Consulting Group serving not-for-profit originations throughout Northern New England and serves on the Board of the New England Ski Museum.
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Tyler T. Ray, founder of Granite Outdoor Alliance, is Principal of the professional advocacy firm Backyard Concept, LLC, which specializes in legal, consulting, management, and advocacy services in the outdoor recreation space.
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