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My Local Escape: Hampshire County

Inn on Boltwood
Inn on Boltwood
Photo provided by Inn on Boltwood

As 2020 ends, it is vital to the health of our community and economy that you support small business and #ThinkLocalFirst when it comes to holiday shopping and gift-giving. Take the pledge to give thanks for those who make local happen by putting your money where your heart is: right here in Massachusetts.

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More Reasons to Love Winter in Western Massachusetts

Notchview Cross Country Ski Area
Notchview Cross Country Ski Area
Lynne Graves Photography

Everyone knows a New England winter brings ice and snow, but here we say “winter is coming” is best followed by an exclamation point and feel that adding an extra layer of cozy to brave it for an amazing outdoor experience is always worth it. The winter’s wind seems milder this year, just one more excuse to discover even more outdoor reasons to love winter in Western Massachusetts. Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing Being located in the Connecticut River Valley, our wooded terrain…

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5 Outdoor Reasons to Love Winter in Western Massachusetts

Photo by Lynne Graves
Photo by Lynne Graves

Anyone who truly loves a New England winter knows that some of the best things about this unruly season involve going outside. Since we are already having quite a snowy winter, this is the perfect year to discover some outdoor reasons to love winter in Western Massachusetts.

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8 Great Date Ideas in Western Massachusetts this February

Amherst Cinema | Photo by Lynne Graves
Amherst Cinema | Photo by Lynne Graves

Valentine’s Day is just one day of the month (of the entire year!) and this February, there’s way too much going on that’s supremely date-worthy. Check out some of our top picks for things to do in western Massachusetts this month, whether it be with your sweetheart or your friends. Check out our picks here.

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