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To South Peak Owners, from Pat Bahr, General Manager of South Peak Resort

Dear South Peak Resort Owners,

Many thanks to Governor Lynch, Loon management, all contractors and utility company employees who have made such quick progress, working through nights, on repairs this past week. The following is a summary of the current status of area, Loon and South Peak repairs and traffic flow.

Kancamagus Highway opens Sunday in time for the Highland Games and fall foliage!

Concerning Loon International Bridge repairs:

• The temporary pedestrian bridge to Loon from Route 112 is in place. Loon and Mountain Club employees, bicycles and pedestrians will access their property over that bridge starting this weekend.
• The temporary pedestrian bridge will be removed beginning about September 20th with the goal to have it down by October 1st.
• During the first few weeks of October, the 100 foot section of the bridge that collapsed will be removed.
• The temporary, vehicular Acrow bridge will then be constructed with the intent to have it in place by November 18th. This two lane bridge will be used throughout ski season for access to Loon. Removal of this bridge and reconstruction of the permanent bridge to Loon should begin around May 1, 2012.

Traffic flow at South Peak:

• Trucks are being directed over South Peak Road to reduce flow on Crooked Mountain Road. We will upgrade South Peak Road beginning next week to allow all vehicles to use that road during repairs to the 3 sided bridge on Crooked Mountain Road west of Pemi Base Camp.
• Loon is staffing our roads on weekends and peak periods to direct traffic and monitor speed.
• Extra 20 mph signs are posted along Crooked Mountain Road.

Highland Games will occur in same manner as previous years except that two buses for the handicapped will go through South Peak.

Reminders:

• JE Henry trail is closed until repairs are made.
• No parking along South Peak Resort roadsides – towing is being enforced.

We are thankful for such a great working relationship with Loon and we all appreciate your patience and understanding. Please email me if you have any questions and I will respond as soon as possible.

Best Regards,

Pat Bahr
General Manager
South Peak Resort
52A Loon Mountain Road
Lincoln, NH 03251
(603)745-9281(office); (603)745-9266(fax); (603)254-7495(cell)

Herrmann's Lipizzan Stallions

Be prepared to be amazed by Herrmann’s Royal Lipizzan Stallions from September 9^th-11^th, 2011! Purchase your tickets now for the 90-minute performances which include classical dressage, gorgeous Pas de Trois, and unbelievable Airs Above the Ground. There are shows Friday, Saturday and Sunday, all held at the Kancamagus Recreation Center in Lincoln, NH.

Apple Picking Time

Windy Ridge Orchards Apple Picking
Saturday, September 10, 2011
9am – 1pm

Terramesa is sponsoring a South Peak Resort owner event! Please join us for a fun-filled day of apple picking at Windy Ridge Orchard in North Haverhill, New Hampshire. Just thirty minutes from the South Peak Resort, Windy Ridge is a family-owned farm that hosts a variety of fruits year-round. Throughout the harvest, Windy Ridge offers a total of eighteen different varieties of apples! After viewing Windy Ridge’s harvest schedule, we may have an option to pick up to six varieties: MacIntosh, Honey Crisp, Gala, Cortland, Macoun, and Spencer!

There isn’t an admittance fee for Windy Ridge “pick-your-own”, however, you can purchase the apples by the pound, after being picked. Owners and their guests are responsible for paying for their own fruit and/or merchandise.

This event and its cost are contingent on the number of reservations.
Transportation is not included.

Please RSVP to ehershey@southpeakresort.com by noon, Friday, September 2^nd

Loon Mountain Franconia Notch Bike Tour

Ride Like the Wind!

Terramesa is sponsoring a South Peak Resort owner event! Hop on one of Loon’s shuttles and bus on up to Echo Lake and then travel via bicycle all the way back to Loon Mountain! The 14-mile bike route runs from the Franconia Notch Trail, to Route 3 past the Flume and Clark’s Trading Post, to Connector Road, to Loon’s bicycle path. You may use your own bike, one of South Peak’s (first come first serve), or one from Loon’s fleet. Helmets are mandatory, and are included with both South Peak’s and Loon’s bicycles.

The event and its cost are contingent on the number of reservations.

Sunday, September 11, 2011
9am - approx. 2pm
Please RSVP to ehershey@southpeakresort.com by noon, Friday, September 2^nd

South Peak Resort—“That’s What I Call Living, Aunt Polly!”

South Peak Resort, New Hampshire Optimism, and Pollyanna
One doesn’t wander around the neighboring town of Littleton, New Hampshire long before realizing it was once home to Eleanor H. Porter, author of the classic children’s novel “Pollyanna.” A statue of Pollyanna, arms flung wide, stands in front of the Littleton Library and Littleton hosts “The Official Pollyanna Glad Day” festival every summer.

So who’s Pollyanna anyway?

Pollyanna is the heroine of the classic children’s novel of the same name. The orphan of missionary parents, she was sent to live with her distant and painfully stern Aunt Polly. Though she weathered much difficulty in her young life, Pollyanna managed to find something bright and wonderful in every situation; even when no one else could see her brighter view. As is often the case for orphans (especially in classic literature), great creativity is needed to survive their tragic circumstances. Pollyanna’s choice of perspective and attitude positioned her to see the good in everyone and treat them accordingly. She was zealous and persistent in her efforts, and “BY GOLLY AUNT POLLY” she was charming! In due time even the most miserable resident of Beldingsville, VT welcomed her vision and began to embody her expectations.

Pollyanna was the creation of Eleanor H. Porter, born on December 19, 1868, in Littleton, New Hampshire. Eleanor attended Littleton schools and later went to The New England Conservatory of Music where she studied voice and was part of the Cambridge Choral Society. Her most famous book, Pollyanna, was published in 1913. It topped the best seller list for two years, was translated into 12 languages, and by 1920, had been printed 47 times. Eleanor said of Pollyanna, “My relationship with ‘Pollyanna’ is a very personal one, because Pollyanna got me through my childhood.”

The name Pollyanna is deeply embedded in our culture. Such was the intensity of Pollyanna’s irrepressible optimism that she became known as “The Glad Girl” and “Glad Clubs” sprang up around the country. One could even play the “Glad Game.” Webster and Oxford dictionaries define Pollyanna as a person characterized by irrepressible optimism and a tendency to find good in everything, but popular usage of the term “Pollyannaish” is pejorative and symbolizes someone who is too naïve, blind to reality, and exhibiting excessive optimism. In fact, it’s just not cool to be “Pollyannaish.”

The story of Pollyanna has been filmed several times. Notable adaptations have been a silent version, starring Mary Pickford, and a Walt Disney film released in 1960 starring English actress Hayley Mills in the title role. I remember the vintage Disney version and can still hear the gleeful voice of Hayley Mills commanding those around her to see things her way.

So what does South Peak Resort have to do with Pollyanna?
Consider this quote from Pollyanna:

“Aunt Polly, you haven’t left me any time at all just to-to live…I mean living-doing the things you want to do: playing outdoors, reading (to myself, of course), climbing hills, talking to Mr. Tom in the garden, and Nancy, and finding out all about the houses and the people and everything everywhere all through the perfectly lovely streets I came through yesterday. That’s what I call living, Aunt Polly. Just breathing isn’t living!”
Read Pollyanna

So maybe, just maybe…you are ready to LIVE, too?
South Peak Resorts is a wonderful place to LIVE!
People escape to outdoor adventure, and create family memories here.
Testimonials

South Peak Resort—Ski-In / Ski-Out…a Master-Planned Community on Loon Mountain, New Hampshire

South Peak Resort on Loon Mountain is an exclusive, master-planned ski resort community that offers a private lift to owners for ski-in/ski-out access. South Peak Owners enjoy outdoor adventure, family fun, and escape from hectic city life. South Peak Resort is nestled between the Pemigewasset River and the base of Loon Mountain. Loon Mountain Resort has been ranked No. 1 in New England for access and one of The Top Ten Best East Coast Resorts by SKI Magazine’s 2010 Resort Guide. Loon has invested $20 million in the last 5 years to add additional terrain, uphill capacity, and state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming technology. A beautiful two hour drive from Boston, South Peak is the perfect destination for families looking for a year-round second home getaway.

It feels as if some of Pollyanna’s goodwill and charm…the essence of simplicity and warmth…still lingers here.

Links:

View Littleton Main Street Live
Glad to Be in Littleton
Project Gutenburg has many of Mrs. Porter’s books available for free download or download Pollyanna in audiobook at Librivox.org

Hurricane Irene- Kind to South Peak Resort

Hurricane Irene, as hurricanes go, was kind to South Peak Resort, despite some power outages. The early reports this morning from Pat Bahr, GM at South Peak, reveal that despite wind gusts there were no trees down nor was there damage to any home or building on the property. The Pemi River, on the property's north border, crested at twenty-three feet but is receding quickly. South Peak Resort on Loon Mountain fared well in foul weather. Please refer to this press release from the Town of Lincoln regarding the area and access to South Peak Resort through Cooper Memorial Bridge only.

Loon Mountain's Horse Stables & Home Owner Kayaking Event!

Looking for a new adventure? Saunter up to Loon Mountain's stables to participate in a guided group ride! Learn about the early days of Lincoln and J.E. Henry (founder of Lincoln's logging industry and the papermill). Ride times are approximately 1-3 hours, 10 years old and up. For those under 10 years old, hop on a 10 minute pony ride do by Loon's Gondola. All levels of riding ability can participate!

Loon Stable Manager Lauren O'Reilly and pal Diesel set out for an afternoon ride
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Thanks to Deb and the fun staff at Ski Fanatics, forty-one of us pushed off down the river from Robin's Nest in Thornton, and cruised six miles down the Pemigewasset River to the Route 49 bridge in Campton during a home owner kayaking event subsidized by Terramesa Resorts. Here are some pictures!
Getting ready to head out
Traditional jump from the Campton train bridgeGoing...Going...Gone!~~~This Thursday, July 21st marks the opening night for Almost, Maine at the Papermill Theatre. Come enjoy this non-musical comedy! (Show times and dates can be found here)

Home Owner Hike & NCCA Theatre Night

It's been a great summer so far, and we would like to share some photos from two recent South Peak Resort events! On June 25th, we hiked Indian Head trail up Mount Pemigewasset with Jerry Rivers, a local guide with a passion for leading hiking and nature enthusiasts through the many trails this area has to offer. It was such a fun day - here are a few pictures from our trek on the Indian Head Trail up Mount Pemigewasset:
The NCCA Papermill Theatre graciously hosted a wonderful theatre night for South Peak owners on July 2nd. Not only did we have a fantastic barbecue, but we laughed the night away while viewing, "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change," a terrific performance by the Papermill's 2011 company! As a playbill sponsor for the Papermill, South Peak Resort is delighted to see that the construction of the Jean's Playhouse is coming along nicely. If you wish to support the completion of this outstanding new facility, which also boasts a spectacular Children's Theatre, please visit http://www.papermilltheatre.org/.
"I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change"Check out Loon's Event page for upcoming summer fun!
Visit the NCCA Papermill's performance schedule!
Your guide to the area's attractions, dining, and recreational activities, the Lincoln-Woodstock Chamber of Commerce

Summer fun!

Schedule of 2011 Summer Events!

South Peak Resort homeowner summer events - a series of fun, family-oriented gatherings with details soon to follow!

SATURDAY, JUNE 25
Guided Hike Tour
(RSVP was June 17th)

SATURDAY, JULY 2
NCCA Dinner & Theatre *
(RSVP by June 27th)

SATURDAY, JULY 16
Pemi River Kayak Tour
(RSVP by July 6th)

SATURDAY, JULY 30
Hobo Hills Miniature Golf Day
(RSVP by July 21st)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6
Barbeque at the Pemi Base Camp
with Entertainment & Storytelling
(RSVP by July 28th)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27
S’mores Night
(RSVP by August 19th)

Complimentary and Sponsored by Terramesa Resort Properties
* Complimentary and Sponsored by NCCA

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A couple of photographs while out and about on property June 8th:

The lupines on South Peak Resort property are gorgeous!

View of the Pemi looking westUpcoming events!

Summer Splash at Whale's Tale - Friday, June 24th. Kick off summer vacation spending the day at the area's favorite water park. Fun for all ages - discounted admission!

New England Brewfest! - Saturday, June 25th. Purchase tickets online, or stop on by to see our friends at the Lincoln-Woodstock Chamber of Commerce. While you're there, pick up your Biggie Pass, your ticket to amazing discounts at many area restaurants, stores, lodging facilities and attractions! (Also available to purchase online.)

White Mountain Cycling Classic - Saturday, June 25th. We are proud to be a sponsor of this event, hosted by New England Disabled Sports. Browse through some of last year's photos of this annual event!

Loon Mountain opens up full-time for summer on Saturday, June 25th. Check out their events page for upcoming summer fun!

Loon is re-opening this weekend!

Loon Mountain is back in action! Weekends from May 28th - June 24th, and open full-time on June 25th. Bike rentals & tours, bungy bouncing, ziplining, climbing wall, and June 25th welcomes the ever-popular horseback rides. Visit http://www.loonmtn.com/ for more information regarding pricing and booking activities.

The New England Disabled Sports' White Mountain Cycling Classic 2011 is on Saturday, June 25th. South Peak Resort is proud to be one of the sponsors yet again this year!

Additionally, Lincoln-Woodstock Chamber of Commerce is again offering one of the coolest deals in the area. Be sure to purchase your Biggie Pass from our friends at the Chamber to receive the best values on dining, lodging, and activities in the Lincoln-Woodstock area! The Chamber's website also lists in detail exciting upcoming events, such as Summer Splash at Whales Tale Waterpark on June 24th, and the New England Brewfest on Saturday, June 25th. Looking for somewhere fun to go this weekend? Visit one the many attractions!

Wildlife is in abundance here in Lincoln, NH! Our Director of Sales, Kirk Klafter, was able to capture a picture of this mother fox and her kits last week.

South Peak is simply gorgeous with all of the new flora making an appearance. While breathtaking with the winter snowfall, or fall foliage, everything is so green and fresh in the spring and summer! Here is a picture taken on an afternoon stroll.

Discover your hearth and home at South Peak Resort on Loon Mountain

(Reminder: the annual South Peak Resort Homeowner's Association meeting is scheduled for Saturday, June 4th, 2011, starting at 9am, at the Pemigewassett Base Camp.)

Welcome, Spring!

The winter season was amazing, but it's time to hang up the skis, snowboards, and snowshoes -- Spring weather is finally here! Lincoln is alive with a variety of birds, the steady cheeping of Peepers throughout the night, the roaring of the Pemigewassett River, and occasional rumbling thunder storms. The past few days have been very nice, with temperatures approaching the mid-70s. Most of the snow has melted throughout the South Peak Resort property, and green grass, daffodils and the budding trees are simply gorgeous.

The thunderous Pemi River today

Loon will re-open for Summer activities weekends only on Saturday, May 28th and re-opening full-time on Sunday, June 19th.

Upcoming Lincoln and South Peak Resort area events:

Saturday, May 21st - Sunday, May 22 - Northeast GeoCache Bash
Saturday, June 18th - Minis on Top
June 4 - June 20 - Fields of Lupine Festival
Friday, June 24th - Summer Splash at Whales Tale
Saturday, June 25th - New England Brewfest
Saturday, June 25th - New England Disabled Sports' White Mountain Cycling Classic

March Madness!

Although it is technically Spring, winter is hanging on strong with temps in the 30’s and more snow anticipated this weekend! New England has been graced with a great ski and ride season, which continues on. There has been 200.5 inches of natural snow recorded at Loon so far!

The South Peak Resort Warming Hut is a great gathering place for owners, friends and family and had over 400 visitors this season. Owners enjoyed warmer temps and sunning on the deck at its closing last weekend.

The South Peak Resort owners shuttle service ended last week. There are two more days to utilize Loon’s South Peak trails, Lincoln Express Quad, Tote Road Quad, Pemigewassett Base Camp and our new homeowner lift the weekend of April 2 – 3. You can still shuttle from lodge to lodge on Loon’s regular buses, for schedule click here.

Loon Mountain's projected closing date for the season will be Sunday, April 17th, 2011. If you would like to know which trails and lifts are open at any given time, check Loon's Lift and Trail report here.

Thank you for a great winter, everyone! We really enjoyed hosting you, sharing laughs and conversation in the South Peak Resort Warming Hut, and at our Winterfest, Demo Day, and the numerous Aprés Ski gatherings.

Stop by for information and to hear of new developments any time at either of our office locations: South Peak Resort Information Center (by Loon's Octagon Lodge) and South Peak Resort Sales Center (corner of Cooper Memorial Drive and Route 112, Lincoln). Stay tuned for South Peak Resort upcoming summer activities!

(Check out Loon Mountain's upcoming events!)

South Peak Resort Demo Day - A Huge Hit!

Set up began at the South Peak Resort Warming Hut around 7:30 in the morning that day to gray skies and flurries. We could see the reps from the ski companies setting up near the Pemigewassett Base Camp. After a few minutes everyone enjoyed the continental breakfast that was available in the Hut!



Registration started at 8am. One by one our South Peak owners arrived, eager to sign up for the Demo Day Activities! The ski reps set them up with skis of their choice, and off they went. (For those that are unfamiliar with the South Mountain side of Loon Mountain, it features the following runs: Boom Run, Ripsaw, Undercut, Cruiser and Escape Route. These runs are a mix of blue, black diamond and double black diamond, which is perfect for trying out different types of skis. It allowed the demo-ers to ski soley on South Mountain if they so wished).

The BBQ was delicious, to say the least. The skies, by that time, were cloudless, and the sun shone down on the Hut's deck while everyone enjoyed burgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, chips, pickles, you name it! Everyone had tons of fun taking a break from demo-ing and getting together to share a few good laughs and discuss skis.

Finally, it was time for the day to wind down. Many joined us at the South Peak info office to indulge in a fun Apres Ski social, compared notes on the new 2012 skis and learned more about South Peak Resort on Loon Mountain's latest developments and real estate information.

It truly was a fantastic day, all compliments of Terramesa Resorts. We had a great time and we know our owners and their guests did, too. Many thanks go out to Loon Mountain Sports and all Loon staff that made the day a huge success!!

(Who knew that a gorilla could make first tracks?!)

Get Ready - Demo Day is Approaching!

Our first South Peak Resort Demo Day is just around the corner -- this Saturday, March 19th, 2011! We are looking forward to a day filled with good skiing, good food, and great company. Can't wait to see you all there! It will be a fantastic time! (Please see below post for 2/28/2011 for more details on the Demo Day)

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In other news, New England Disabled Sports' Kostick Kup was last Saturday, March 12th, 2011. It was a huge success, and South Peak Resort was a proud sponsor of the event. The dinner and auction that followed was a blast; additionally, it featured an incredible member of our South Peak Resort Community. The New England Disabled Sports Center was dedicated to Robert Harney, MD at the event. The facility will now be known as the Dr. Bob Harney Adaptive Sports Center. A founder and past President of NEDS, Dr. Bob is a world reknowned leader in the adaptive sports industry. Many thanks go out to all that make New England Disabled Sports such an awesome organization.

* click here for upcoming Loon Mountain events!

South Peak Resort Demo Day -- Save the Date!!

SOUTH PEAK RESORT DEMO DAY - MARCH 19th, 2011

South Peak Resort owners and their guests are invited to attend our Demo Day on Saturday, March 19th, 2011 -- Loon Mountain Sports Retail Shop and Demo Center will be providing NEW! 2012 ski and riding gear at no charge for demo from Volkl, Salomon, Nordica and Blizzard. Lunchtime barbeque and evening social complimentary of Terramesa Resorts.

More details to follow soon!

Please send RSVP to Erin Hershey, Owner Services Coordinator, at ehershey@southpeakresort.com, or via phone (603) 745-9281 x 221, no later than Friday March 11, 2011.

Click here to view upcoming events at Loon Mountain!

Après Ski - February 19th, 2011

What a great week for skiing & riding at Loon Mountain! The regular bouts of snowfall that this area -- not to mention the entire east coast -- has experienced over the past few weeks has really improved already stellar conditions at Loon. Crystal blue skies have graced us with their presence nearly every day. It is truly turning out to be a great ski & ride season!

We would like to extend an invitation to our homeowners and their guests to join us for an Après Ski on Saturday, February 19th, 2011 from 3:30pm-5:30pm. It will be hosted at our Information Center next to the Octagon Lodge at Loon. We hope to see you!

Upcoming Loon Events:

Wednesday, February 9 - Monday, March 21 -
Loon Mountain Photo & Video Contest (click here for photo details, and here for video details)
Saturday, February 12 -
WAAF comes to Loon!
Sweat Pants in Public Night
North Country Center for the Arts Papermill Theatre Benefit Auction
Red Bull Buttercup
FEBRUARY BREAK ACTIVITIES
Paul Bunyan Room Presents: the Bad Rabbits

Winterfest 2011 Highlights

Greetings, everyone! Our Winterfest Homeowner's Event was last weekend, and it was a huge success. The day was gorgeous, the skiing conditions were excellent, and the event was a blast! A huge thank you to everyone -- including homeowners, Loon Mountain staff, and entertainment -- that made Winterfest a fantastic time for all.

Here are some pictures from Winterfest:

Excited for the groomer rides to start!

Good times connecting with family and friends.

Enjoying the festivities at the evening social!

Stop by and connect with owners, family and friends at the South Peak Resort Warming Hut Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-2pm, compliments of Terramesa Resort Properties ~ Erin Hershey, Owner Services Coordinator.

Upcoming Loon Mountain events:

Saturday, January 29th - Sunday, January 30th: Women's Ski Performance Camp
Sunday, January 30th - USASA Pipe Event
Friday, February 4th - CASA Snowfest - 11th Annual Snow Golf!
Saturday, February 5th - USASA Pipe Event
Sunday, February 6th - Disabled Sports Ski & Ride Challenge

South Peak Owner Apres Ski

We had a beautiful weekend with lots of fun at South Peak!

Owner Apres Ski Gathering - Saturday January 15, 2011

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm at the South Peak Resort Information Office

(next to the Octagon Lodge near the gondola)

Stop by or Skin in! Find out the latest updates at South Peak. Enjoy wine and cheese and get to know some of your South Peak neighbors and our team! (the South Peak Owner's Warming Hut will close at 2pm on Sat. Jan. 15th)

~Kids Welcome~

Winterfest January 22nd details and RSVP info coming by email shortly!