For Immediate Release
Contact: Stacy Lopes
Marketing Manager, Loon Mountain
603-745-6281 x5542
slopes@lonnmtn.com

Lincoln, NH: Loon Mountain, featuring New Hampshire's longest scenic gondola skyride will open for summer operations on June 26. Adventures include horseback riding, glacial caves, and the Loon Mountain Adventure Center with bungee trampoline, mountain bike rentals and tours, climbing wall and more.

An exciting new addition for this summer, vacationers will have another exhilarating activity to enjoy - a new zip line, opening in early July. Starting at Loon's Adventure Center, located at the base of the mountain, guests will be able to soar from the Adventure Center over the Pemigewasset River, and back again.

Also new for this summer, the Loon Adventure Center will have extended hours until 7:00 p.m. from opening day through September 5.

The adrenaline rush continues on Loon's four-person bungee trampoline, where up to four people at once can bounce, flip, flop and jump up to 25 feet in the air.

For those who would rather 'mosey' than fly, the Loon Equestrian Center offers one-hour to three-hour trail rides that meander through ski trails and old logging trails. Guides will engage in stories that illustrate the area's history and local lore. Pony rides are also available for kids younger than eight years.

Trail ride reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 603-745-8111 x 5454 or 800-229-LOON. Find more information and rates on Loon's website at loonmtn.com.

These are not the only reasons vacationers choose Loon Mountain for summer fun and adventure. The resort also offers:
» New Hampshire's longest scenic gondola skyride
» Glacial caves, where kids hunt for lost Loon Gold
» Mountaintop playground
» Self-guided nature tour
» Observation tower
» Miles of hiking trails
» Mountain bike rentals and tours
» Outdoor climbing wall
Complete details on all Loon's summer activities are available on Loon's website at loonmtn.com.

The best way to discover all Loon has to offer is by purchasing an Adventure Package, priced at $39 for guests 13 and older, and $29 for kids 12 and under.

The Adventure Package includes a trip on the zip line; unlimited bungee jumping and climbing wall; a 2-hour mountain bike rental; plus the gondola skyride. Junior Adventure Packages also include a pony ride. All activities can also be purchased a la carte.

Loon is also known for its variety of events, and this summer will not disappoint. In addition to family-favorite events like the Hot Dog Festival, Summer Send-Off, and the popular NH Highland Games, Loon debuts its new Saturday Night Summer Entertainment Series. Also new this year is the Nor'easter Festival powered by Eastern Mountain Sports, September 24-26.

Loon Mountain Summer Events
June 26: Minis on Top - The Mini Coopers return to Loon to stage their trek across the Kancamagus from Loon to the summit of Mount Washington.
June 26-27: White Mountain Cycling Classic - A 2-day, USAC and US Handcycling Federation sanctioned event sponsored by New England Disabled Sports. Saturday's race takes place over an 8.3 km road loop. Sunday's race will be a criterium in Loon's main parking lot. www.nedisabledsports.org
July 4: The Loon Mountain Race - Part of the New England Trail Running Series, this race takes runners 6.2 miles up through Loon's trails and work roads. The race finishes at the summit of the Gondola- only after you've climbed to the top of North Peak. Hosted by the White Mountain Milers, you want to make sure you are in shape for this one!
July 10: Summer Entertainment Series Featuring Live Music from Tore Down House - Everyone 21+ is invited! The show starts at 7pm - no cover charge.
July 17: Summer Entertainment Series Featuring Live Music from Pay the Piper - Everyone 21+ is invited! The show starts at 7pm - no cover charge.
July 24: Hot Dog Festival - This is Loon's #1 family favorite summer event! Choose from a wide variety of dogs, and all the fixin's you can imagine! We'll have a hot dog eating contest and other fun games for the whole family.
July 31: Summer Entertainment Series: Comedy Night - Show is for ages 21+, starts at 7pm, and no cover charge
August 7: Summer Entertainment Series Featuring Live Music from Lisa Young and Company - Everyone 21+ is invited! The show starts at 7pm - no cover charge.
August 14: Summer Entertainment Series Featuring Live Music from The Grinning Lizzards - Everyone 21+ is invited! The show starts at 7pm - no cover charge.
September 4-5: Loon Mountain Summer Send-off Weekend - It's one last weekend hurrah before school is back in session. The weekend includes music, games, food and more!
September 17-19: New Hampshire Highland Games - This three-day festival celebrates everything Scottish--food, music, culture, dancing, athletics, and more! In its 35th year, the New Hampshire Highland Games is New England's largest Celtic festival. Tickets can be purchased in advance online.
September 24-26: Nor'easter Powered by EMS - A three-day festival celebrating outdoor sports, conservation and music. For tickets and event details, go to www.noreaster.ems.com.
October 9-10: Oktoberfest - This is a fall foliage favorite! Join us for family entertainment, with German music, German food, and definitely German beer!

For all event details, hours of operation, summer rates and lodging packages visit www.loonmtn.com, or call 1-800-229-LOON (5666). Please note that schedules, dates and rates are subject to change.

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