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Go for a climb at Smuggs

- HILL HAPPENINGS Moira McCarthy

Jan 20-22: Ice Climbing Event, Smugglers’ Notch, Vt. — You’ve seen it in the movies, and now you can do it in real life at Smugglers’ Notch Pass. All weekend long, Smuggs offers gear demos, beginner clinics, advanced lessons, raffles and more. It could be time for another winter sport to enter your life. smuggsiceb­ash.com Jan. 21: Meet the Ski and Ride Team, Sugarbush, Vt. — The mountain’s famed ski and ride team are meeting up with all from 3-4 p.m. in the Valley House Cafeteria at Lincoln Peak with a very important message: onhill safety. The team will share tips and promote the “Know the Code” program of safety, and it’s all for free. Great for kids and adults alike.

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Jan. 21: Family Fun Night, Cannon Mountain, N.H. — Sure, a day on the slopes is all the fun a family could want, but why not up the ante? That’s just happens with this weekly event. From 3-6 p.m. there are all kinds of apres fun in the Cannonball Pub for those 21 and up, including live music and specials. Meanwhile, those under 21 can enjoy a bounce house and Hucklebroo­k Trail under the lights for just $5. There is something for everyone. cannonmt.com Jan. 21: Ski Works Tent Sale, King Pine, N.H. — Family-owned Ski Works specialize­s in great gear and customer service, and from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. you can peruse and purchase . Also, there will be a kids’ fun race from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. kingpine.com Jan. 21: 70’s Hot Doggin’ Freestyle Celebratio­n, Waterville Valley, N.H. — Considered to be the birthplace of freestyle skiing, Waterville celebrates this as part of its 50th anniversar­y with demonstrat­ions, classic displays and more from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. waterville.com Jan. 22: Clif Big Air Bag Contest, Wachusett — Finally, your chance to go big – really big – and earn not just bragging rights but great prizes, all while staying safe. Ski or ride down the mountain, then jump onto this giant bag while you are judged for both best trick and best “hang time.” Crazy fun to take part. Just as much fun to watch.

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