Bretton Woods NH Real Estate Blog

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 So you're sitting home wishing all of your favorite golf courses were open, pleading for the ice to melt off the lake to start water skiing.... Stop!!

Check out these photos below of Bretton Woods ski area taken just a couple of hours ago!  Yes, mid-winter conditions and PLENTY of snow!!

So you can't make it this weekend?  That's OK!  Mark your calendar for March 29. That's Bretton Woods "Beach Party" with the comical pond skimming. If you have not seen this before, it is a must! While you are there, they will have the BBQ's fired up and good food cooking. If you need more info on the event call 278-3320.

And if you want to see the best Bretton Woods Mountainside condo for sale, it's easy!  Just click on the link below and check it out!

303 Mountain View: http://www.nnerenmls.com/nne/maildoc/a005Xn9926.html

Contact Stefan Karnopp 603-986-8323 or www.Black-Bear-Realty.com

North Conway NH Real Estate News

"If Real Estate is you profession, then politics is your business"

Today I had the honor to meet with Former Congressman Jeb Bradley in my role as Chairman of the New Hampshire Realtor Political Action Committee.

Jeb is running in the 1st District against former Commissioner of Health and Human Services John Stephens, whom I also met with today.  The winner of that primary race will go up against first term incumbent Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter.

During the meeting, the trustees and I were able to discuss many of the issues important to small business people and Realtors.  I always enjoy meeting with candidates, Democrats or Republicans, State or Federal Legislators, incumbents or challengers.  This meeting was no exception.  Jeb Bradley has knowledge and insight into a wide variety of issues, and has always been willing to champion issues and sponsor legislation that we Realtors feel is important.

This year we discussed his support for a small business health plan, the positive effect a lower capital gains rate has on the economy, simplifying the tax code with a simpler flat tax, while maintaining mortgage deduction, raising the FHA caps to give access to lower interest rate & federally insured home loans to the middle class, and the protection of personal property rights as it pertains to Eminent Domain issues.

Jeb Bradley is the kind of honest, pragmatic statesman that New Hampshire is famous for.  His loss in the mid-term elections, when the Democrats swept into power, has more to do with his party affiliation, than his outstanding performance as a representative of the people of New Hampshire.

Speaking for myself, not the Trustees of the NH Realtor PAC, "Jeb, You Have Got My Support!"

Bartlett NH Real Estate News

Nice to have you back, Teacher!

Can You Tell If They Had A Great Day?

Bartlett NH Real Estate News

More Of The

MOUNT WASHINGTON VALLEY

S K I    D A Y !!!

Bartlett !

SLAMOOOOOOM RACING

Everyone WON their Race.

Bartlett NH Real Estate News

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For more information on The White Mountains or Real Estate in general contact us at www.Black-Bear-Realty.com .    

Bretton Woods NH Real Estate News

REAL   ESTATE   FOR   SALE
AFFORDABLE   HOME   IN   BRETTON   WOODS!

 Looking for a slopeside, Ski-In Ski-Out? 

This well built seasonal property abuts National Forest land. It uses natural building materials and is "E-Construction" Certified!

Cozy and bright! The open concept is perfect for entertaining.  Plenty of room for friends and family.  Eat in kitchen, domed roof, one story living, and much much more. 

This is a Must See, Turn Key! 

Hurry grab your cell phone, this one  will NOT LAST!

 Location: Bretton Woods                    Roof: New This Season

Style: NH Snow Dome                        Floor Plan: Open Concept

Color: White with White Trim              Year Built: 2008

Rooms: Yes                                       Bathrooms: No

Sq FT: 72                                           Heating: Seasonal

Taxes: $3,898.00 (Note Seller has Challenged the Assessment and a re-evaluation is scheduled for the Summer of 2008)

For more information on this and other fine homes in the White Mountains

Contact Paul Mayer or Stefan Karnopp at http://www.black-bear-realty.com/

"WE TAKE REAL ESTATE SERIOUSLY!"

Bartlett NH Real Estate News

SPRING SKIING!

We had an outstanding day at Attitash today! 

No Real Estate sales today, but hundreds of smiling faces!

The snow was "soft corn" with the temperatures up in the 40's.  This was the first time this year that the kids didn't have to cover every inch of exposed skin in 3 layers!

In fact the official dress for the day was....   

Locals will recognize the famous "DanBo", a committed coach here at Attitash with his kids, and "The Voice Of The Mountain Meister's" at Cranmore.

Now more pictures of the kids!

And what about the Volunteer Coachs!

Do Not Look Below This Line If You Do Not Want To See FUN!

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What a day it was!

North Conway NH Real Estate News

Hannes Schneider: The Father of Modern Skiing

Hannes Schneider turned his back on the family cheese making business and became a ski instructor and guide at the Hotel Post in St. Anton am Alberg, Austria. 

It was there he developed the "Arlberg Technique" of ski instruction.  Maybe you Baby Boomers remember it.

Snowplow... Stem Christie...and the Parallel Turn.

The legend goes that, one day, after taking a couple of particularly nasty falls, without thinking much about it, he finished the rest of his run in a deep crouch. This, of course, had the effect of lowering his centre of gravity, and no more falls resulted.  The bent knee position allowed for the safer and more effective turns like the "Schneepflug" (snowplough), Stem Christie, and Parrallel.  For over a year Schneider practiced his new technique under all possible conditions. He analyzed it in the "Bierstube" (Bar) of the Hotel Post. Finally, in the winter of 1910, he came out into the open with it, entering several of the big slalom competitions. His rivals, who had laughed when Schneider sat down, or nearly sat down, on his skis, were mortified and amazed when he carried off first place in every race.

Hannes Schneider went on to serve in the Austrian Imperial and Royal Army in WWI as a ski instructor, made films and published books on skiing, organized the first open international Ski Competition The Arlberg-Kandahar, and in 1936 traveled to America to demonstrate his safe & easy skiing technique.

But after returning to Austria the world had entered WWII and Hitler took over the country.  Hannes Schneider was thrown into prison.  An American Industrialist, Harvey Dow Gibson, from North Conway, who had built Mount Cranmore, intervened.  Gibson was President of the Manufacturer's Trust in New York.  He persuaded the German Minister of Finance to release Hannes and he was spirited away to North Conway.

Gibson then bought the American branch of the Hannes Schneider Ski School from Carroll Reed. (Carroll Reed is the Grandfather of our Real Estate agent Stefan Karnopp.  Carroll Reed later went on to found The Carroll Reed Ski Shops and Stefan Karnopp and his team, have won the Hannes Schneider Race many times over the years.)  Hannes took over the School and as they say the rest is history!

Cranmore Mountain Resort and New England Ski Museum will host

The Hannes Schneider Meister Cup Race

March 7-9, 2008.

Apart from the race competition, the Hannes Schneider Meister Cup Race offers a variety of events and action throughout the day on Saturday. An Opening Ceremony kicks off the day at 9:15 a.m., with military Color Guard and the introduction of the Schneider Family. An ice-carving competition, all-day silent auction with unique signed skiing memorabilia and other items, and the vintage clothing worn by many in attendance will keep spectators entertained all day.

The Hannes Schneider Ski School is also celebrating its 70 Year Anniversary of its founding at Cranmore in 1939.

The Hannes Schneider race also honors military skiers of the U.S. Army.
Schneider's son Herbert was a member of the 10th Mountain Division in World War II. Herbert Schneider took over the ski school for many years after Hannes' death in 1955.  Many locals are associated with the 10th Mountain Division.  Bob Morrell and his family created Storyland, the family attraction in Glen; Brad Boynton was a key part of a group that created Jackson Ski Touring Foundation; Thad Thorne became longtime general manager at Attitash; and of course Herbert Schneider owned and operated Mt. Cranmore for many years. Four teams of military skiers are expected at this year's Schneider race, including one composed of still-stalwart World War II 10th veterans. Joining them will be a team from the active-duty 10th Mountain Division of Fort Drum, a team from the Army Mountain Warfare School, and one from the 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.

North Conway NH Real Estate News

Winter in The White Mountains Is So Much More Than Skiing!

I love sharing with my clients who come up looking for Real Estate why I love the Mount Washington Valley.  The other day a lady asked what she could do with two small children under 5 who didn't ski?

For a second I was stumped.  We focus so much on our great downhill and cross country skiing. 

But what about TUBING!

Cranmore Mountain Resort Has a Great Tubing hill for the kids.

http://www.cranmore.com/

Also The Weather Discovery Center in North Conway across from the Eastern Slope Inn.  They have great hands-on exhibits for even little kids.  www.mountwashington.org/education/center/ 

What about some Sledding?  My favorite is the big hill in-front of the Eagle Mountain House in Jackson.  Just make sure to stay off the Cross Country trails. The section in the middle is usually perfect.

And finally, how about going SKIING!  That's right, why wait till they are older?  You say "I am not paying all that money for just a couple of runs."  That's right, so how does $8 bucks sound!  Here's what you do. 

1st      Stop by Heavens Ski Shop in Glen right next to the Black Bear Realty office www.black-bear-realty.com they will outfit your kids for just $8. 

2nd     Get on over to Attitash Bear Peak  www.attitash.com .  To the Right of the lodge is the "Magic Carpet" and its FREE!  If your kids can stand, they can "Ski"!  Ok, they won't get going any faster than you can walk or trot next to them but they will be skiing!  It will be a day they will never forget. 

So, enjoy the Mount Washington Valley regardless of your age!  So, get out there and embrace Winter.

Jackson NH Real Estate Blog

The 1876 Jackson Honeymoon Covered Bridge

I was out taking pictures of real estate in Jackson NH this morning and got this shot.  Well, yesterday I mentioned the famous "Honeymoon Bridge" in Jackson, NH so I thought I would share it with you today.

Its unique feature is a sidewalk added in 1930 on the upstream side.  Lovers could stroll across the bridge stopping mid-way to admire the view to the North to Mount Washington and for a quick kiss. 

 The bridge has an exposed Paddleford truss design. It is just over 121 feet long and as many truckers have found out the hard way has a maximum vertical clearance of only 12'3". For more on Paddleford Truss click here: http://www.vermontbridges.com/paddle.htm

Built in 1876 by Charles Austin Broughton and his son Frank. They lived on the East bank of the Saco and owned the Broughton dairy farm.  Charles was a Carpenter, Bear Hunter, Sergeant in the Civil War 18th Regiment of the New Hampshire Volunteers, Company "E", an avid fiddler, and an agent for the Swift River Lumber Company.

 This photo of four oxen pulling wood was taken in 1904

So, next time you are in Jackson, take a moment to enjoy the Honeymoon Bridge. 

If you happen to be here in June you can join the locals and friends for the Jackson Covered Bridge Dance.  An enchanting evening when the traffic is rerouted and the bridges wooden Planks become the dance floor for a good old fashion Barn Dance.  But in this case it is a Bridge Dance over the sweet sound of the Ellis and Wildcat Rivers.