"Bousquet Ski Area was created by Clarence J. Bousquet in response to his failed mink farming business. He allowed the Mount Greylock Ski Club to cut a 750′ run in 1932. The ski area was successful, and Bousquet is credited with inventing a rope tow grip, and for partnering with General Electric to create the first night-skiing trails in the country."
"Seven Springs was the creation of Adolphe and Helen Dupre who built their first cabin at the area in 1932. They made their living selling maple syrup, and renting cottages that they built on their property. Helen Dupre saw an opportunity to build a ski resort on the land as skiers were already sliding down the slopes of "Seven Springs Farm"."
Bousquet Ski Area opened in 1932 after Clarence J. Bousquet converted failed mink farm land and allowed a 750′ run; he invented a rope tow grip and partnered with General Electric to create the first night-skiing trails. Seven Springs began with Adolphe and Helen Dupre building cabins in 1932, selling maple syrup and renting cottages, then adding a rope tow and lodge to grow into a full-service resort. Mt. Hood Skibowl originated as a ski jumping site in 1928 and expanded into diverse alpine terrain. Cooper Spur hosted a rope-tow-serviced ski jump in 1927 and remains a winter destination. Each area lists vertical, snowfall, and trail counts showing varied terrain and conditions.
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