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The Berkshires are Dreamlike! With nearly 1.5-feet of fresh, powdery snow on the ground, this weekend is the ultimate welcome to the winter solstice! Check out the cross-country trails at Salisbury’s Railroad Ramble or Billings Trail in Norfolk. Ski Butternut

It is no surprise that Mohawk Mountain will be one of the first to open for skiing this weekend! Our local love of skiing has been so strong for over a century that below-average snowfall in the winter of 1949

This weekend! SWSA’s Annual Ski Sale Date: Dec 5, 2020 Doors Open: 8am Closing: 12pm Drop Off Items for Sale on Friday, Dec. 4th from 4pm-7pm Brand new cross country and downhill ski equipment, snowshoes, ski clothing and much, much

Drive through just about any town in Litchfield County, the Mid-Hudson Valley or the Southern Berkshires, and you are sure to encounter an Antique Store. In fact, in towns such as Millerton, NY, North Canaan, CT, and Sheffield, MA, you’ll

The warm smell of Grandma’s homemade cranberry sauce, the precision of setting the table, the games, the drinks, the laughter – Our greatest Thanksgiving memories are in the shared experience. Living in a region rich with delicious locavore cuisine, we

Cold air, dark night, warm fire, bright stars: there is a refreshing levity to autumn camping. Somewhere between flip flops and sweaters we have welcomed the month of November.  Porches are lined with firewood and lawns tidied in preparation for the coming

Cathy Franklin is a 28-year real estate veteran and one of the top real estate brokers in the country. Primarily in Manhattan at The Corcoran Group, Cathy is well known for her marketing and deal-making prowess. She also has extensive

Only Once in a Blue Moon do we get to celebrate Halloween with the light of a blue moon shining brightly above. The phrase “Once in a Blue Moon” depicts the rarity of the second full moon in one month,

“Clothes make a statement, costumes tell a story.” Halloween is one of the oldest celebrated holidays in the world.  It began as an Irish custom to welcome the energies of deceased ancestors while also warding off evil spirits who may

Horse chestnuts, encompassed by prickly, husk-like shells, are the autumnal pearl of the Berkshire Mountains.  Each October brings a sprinkling of horse chestnuts that decorate the region’s majestic landscape creating a scavenger hunt of good fortune.   These beautifully sleek nuts are

“Autumn paints in colors that summer has never seen.” Race Brook Falls, Monument Mountain, Brace Mtn., Alander, Mohawk Trail… Our summits are bursting with color this season! While leaves are soaking up abundant amounts of sunshine all summer long, the

New York’s Hudson River Valley: the birthplace of American Wineries.   Home to our country’s earliest commercial winery as well as the oldest continuously operated vineyard, the Hudson Valley wine industry has built solid roots in perfecting a large variety of

Adventure abounds the Berkshires.  As we welcome the arrival of autumn, there is no better way to bask in the beauty of fall foliage than to dance among it. Our Tri-State region is fortunate to host the areas largest zipline

In the 18th century, the average Massachusetts resident drank 35 gallons of apple cider each year.  Today, Massachusetts is one of the few states that has adopted guidelines to define what constitutes a cider versus a juice.  Due to our passionate history

Explore the greater Hudson Valley Region by walking, running or bicycling along along miles of flat terrain that wind through our beautiful countryside. The area is also heavily woven with scenic rail trails that have progressively evolved with our communities.

The average golfer walks up to 6 miles while playing an 18-hole golf course. Golf, with ancient origins, has significantly gained in popularity since the 1920s when it first became a popular spectator sport. Litchfield County’s scenic rolling hillsides create

With a pedestrian-friendly downtown and its rail-trail bike path that is elegantly woven through the scenic countryside, Millerton’s pulse resonates throughout the Hudson Valley.  A popular destination to wander quintessential streets, browse unique antiquities or meet friends for exceptional food

North Canaan offers a thriving downtown, beautiful mountains, rivers, and some of the area’s largest working farms.  Grab some friends and make a date of Caddie Shack for food, batting cages and mini-golf or enjoy a more rural adventure at

Meandering along Route 7, the picturesque countryside of flyfisherman casting out into the Housatonic River is a scene that always draws you in. The town of Cornwall is comprised of several hamlets, including West Cornwall with its infamous covered bridge

Egremont is quietly chic and perfectly situated at the base of the Southern Berkshires. Comprised of two distinct settlements, North Egremont & South Egremont, both have earned reputations for their highly regarded restaurants, antique shops, and inns. An idyllic retreat

The Railroad Ramble connects the villages of Lakeville and Salisbury, providing a nostalgic means of pedestrian access to the town’s amenities along the former CNE railroad bed. Through hikers add flair to town in the summer months, sharing stories and

With a community invested in continuing to highlight Pine Plains’ natural features and charming town center, it is no wonder that interest in the area continues to grow. Pine Plains brings you to the center of the wholesome Hudson Valley lifestyle. 

A sprawling 43+ square miles of authentic rural roots, an approximate community of 4,000 residents, and a resounding passion to grow and embrace the historic past with a flair from the talents of today – Amenia is nostalgic; a place

A grounding blend of serenity and bustling expressiveness, Great Barrington is a mosaic of inspiration confidently seated in the heart of the southern Berkshires. Lake Mansfield is a hub of activity in the warmer months, featuring an array of gathering

Lake Taghkanic State Park is the summer gathering place of Ancram, NY. Swimming, Camping, Fishing, boating, or even their Twilight at the Park live music – there is something for everyone. Ancram brings you to the heart of a wholesome

Sheffield’s laid-back vivacity mirrors its rural charm. A surplus of outdoor recreation, antiquities, farmstands, and welcoming nature make Sheffield well-suited for its role as the gateway to the Southern Berkshires when traveling north from the Litchfield Hills.  A climb up

This weekend, pride will pulse throughout towns nationwide that are decorated with colors of red (hardiness), white (purity), and blue (perseverance) to signify the core values that have upheld our country since 1776. As we celebrate the start of the

The Litchfield Hills are a gathering place – a place of homemade memories. As we celebrate Mom this weekend, let’s take time to embrace the natural pause that we’ve been given to appreciate the beauty of home and family. We

Foraging: searching for wild food resources. New Englanders are known for their resourcefulness.  Rummaging through the Litchfield Hills foraging for edible gems has become a local pastime. One of the first greens to reveal itself each spring is ramps – an

Whimsical and airy, sleek and organized, carefully crafted, or more happenstantial – the outdoor spaces we create at our homes are a canvas of expression. Edible gardens, tea gardens, cutting gardens; there is not just one right way to define

The Northwest Corner is a refuge; offering ample outdoor opportunities and a strong network of support to carry us through this unprecedented time. The fabric of our communities lies in our volunteers – each of our villages boasts a team

“Take-out,” “Curbside Pick-Up,” “Porch Drop” – a lingo of perseverance and innovation. As we’ve adjusted into new rhythms of daily life, our local businesses have also quickly evolved to offer new ways of supporting us as we navigate this uncharted