The good folks at the Appalachian Mountain Club are offering some terrific new ski and stay package deals this winter that should be of interest to cross-country, backcountry and downhill skiers alike.

Here's the deal:

Stay at the AMCs Joe Dodge Lodge at Pinkham Notch, NH and get a comfy room, family-style dinner, big breakfast and a ski pass to nearby Great Glen Trail Outdoor Center and its 25 miles of groomed trails. All for just $62 a night per person ($57 if you're a member).

Or, for just a few bucks more ($73 non-member, $69 member) you can downhill ski at Wildcat Mountain.

Either way, you'll be in the heart of outdoor activity in the White Mountains with spectacular views of the Presidential Range.

Can't beat that. I like it!

The AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch is offering similar ski & stay deals with Bretton Woods (downhill and cross-country) and Cannon Mountain.

For more information on these great deals plus workshop and event info, check the AMC Winter Planning Guide.

And think snow!