10 cool socially distanced ideas for winter adventure in the Valley December 20, 2020NORTH CONWAY — Winter is gearing up in Mt. Washington Valley as ski resorts and XC Centers open, ice forms, and backcountry hiking and skiing plans get underway. The recent snowfall really put the icing on the cake with up to inches of new snow. The White Mountains surrounding the Valley offer seemingly endless recreational opportunities within an easy drive for much of the East Coast. This winter will be unlike others, however, as the pandemic is still in place. It'll be more important than ever to "know before you go" to the Valley as Covid restrictions include mandatory reservations at some ski resorts, social distancing and mask wearing by all, plus limited access in some cases. Be sure to have a plan and complete gear for your winter adventure before you come, and that starts with checking the place you plan to play. The Granite State Safe campaign helps educate those visiting New Hampshire this year with the basic tenants of travel to the region, yet all visitors should take their planning a step further by contacting the business(es) they plan to visit and checking their safety protocols so each person coming to the Valley will be fully prepared.