I am very impressed. Place has big small mountain family vibes. Loved seeing all the kiddos out…read morethere learning. Seemed as there is a great learning program here. Brought my 86 year old grandfather here to get his first laps on the year in. This was my first time here thanks to being an Indi Pass holder. We both had an enjoyable time. T We took five runs then went inside for some food. Prices were manageable. As I was eating I watched the line at the register grow into the line to get food, happy I wasn't in it. We took a couple more runs and called it a day. Personally not a place I would come by myself. Terrain is not at my difficulty, and for the same drive I could be at bigger mountains. But, would not deter anyone from coming and would absolutely recommend here as a place to ski! Sunday 1.4.26

Great mountain to ski in CT! This is definitely NOT Vermont skiing though, disclaimer! Rentals and…read morea ski pass will cost $143. The process was a bit confusing, basically you need to buy your ticket inside prior to rentals - so do not make the same mistake as me and wait in rentals line before purchasing tickets. They have quite a few runs from greens to blacks. Undesignated forest runs as well. We went on a Saturday and the lines were not too bad. Part of the mountain was beginner friendly, and the other part was more 'advanced.' The parking sitch wasnt too bad, easy parking in front but I recommend getting there early if possible.

For as long as we've been coming up to Woodstock and driven to Belleayre in the early 2000s to try…read moreand ski (skiing isn't in our cultural DNA), we've always breezed past Potter B. To us, it was just a ski shop: snow gear, goggles, jackets, repeat. But then, in late March '25, hubs spotted a large Teak patio sale sign. We both did a double-take. Curious, we rolled in one Sunday, about an hour before closing and let's just say, the surprise was real. The showroom is spotless. And that earthy teak scent lingered everywhere. The teak patio pieces were gorgeous- just priced a bit out of range. But we lucked out big time and scored a black metal patio set already rust-treated. A solid win. Service was outstanding. We spotted a floor model and liked what we saw. We'd asked if we could take it home- as long as they were willing to knock a little off the price for it being on display. They didn't blink. Deal done. What's more, we'd also asked about delivery since we're not far off and two of the guys delivered the set in a snap!

Had a fantastic experience at Potter Brothers. Kyle helped with the purchase, and Adam went above…read moreand beyond fine‑tuning my wife's ski boots after a day on the mountain. His knowledge and patience were outstanding. This is exactly the kind of service you get from a family‑run shop--and why we'll always choose them over buying online..

My family and I have always gone to Alpine Haus for all of our ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis…read more We love their customer service, great prices, and the variety of services that they offer. Regardless if you would like to rent, buy new gear, or buy used gear, I recommend you come here before you go anywhere else. A major tip- If you're looking to rent for the entire season, do not wait until peak season because they will likely be out of many rentals by then. Be sure to start the process of renting your skis earlier in the season. However, even if they're out of rentals, they have phenomenal sales on a lot of their ski equipment and it may be a better investment for you to buy from them. I can't stress how friendly, patient, knowledgeable and helpful the staff is. They're very thorough and helpful with all of their services. Highly recommend!

Stopped in on a Saturday to look for new ski boots for my husband. They were really busy, but the…read morestaff was so friendly & courteous. I watched as the staff interacted with young children, older adults & middle aged customers. They were all so patient and helpful to the individual needs of each customer. You could tell the employees truly enjoyed working there. They had a great variety - something for everyone from high end to beginner. Their pricing was competitive & several discounts on older models.

John the owner has a welcoming attitude and very polite the staff was extremely knowledgeable and…read morehelpful for beginners and they are FDNY friendly

Sweet shop with a good selection of what you need for the slopes. Helpful staff and knowledgeable…read more Service is pretty quick, depending on what's needed. Prices are lower than shops at the resorts, including rentals.

I can't really speak on value or basically anything like that but I can say. What my dad likes…read moreabout this place is the chance and way to be able to refill his ski pass or something like that. But for me personally if you aren't skiing here the best time is just relaxing in the warm cozy lodge, that has many a bathroom usage. Seriously the lodge was cozy.. only a star less because certain gear creates a stench that isn't pleasant but hey nothing you can do about that.

This is the best beginner mountain for CT MA community. Big parking lot with lots of space, lodges…read moreare cozy clean and full with cafeteria food fare drinks and a few liquor/beer options. Love the outdoor picnic seating at the upper lodge! It was a beautiful day great conditions well kept ski/snowboard park for festivities. Great mountain for ski school babes and a safe place to try out new tricks and push yourself as a beginner!

I haven't shopped inside the store since 2009, and I haven't lived in the area since 2011, but it…read morehasn't stopped me from going back to The Garden for all things snowboarding! They bought my first board from them in 2001, and have continued to buy anything I can from them because of the customer service and care for their community. Bill and his staff have always been so helpful in guiding me in my purchases to ensure I get the best equipment for my needs. I am working with Bill right now to purchase a new board from them even though I live in Scottsdale, AZ now. He's been great steering me away from companies that aren't producing great stuff anymore, and introducing me to better options that I will enjoy more. I really can't say enough great things about The Garden. I will ALWAYS buy my gear from them as long as I can. Thanks Bill and Team!

I was on a mission to find a very specific bike and came across this place online. Which happened…read moreto have the exact bike I wanted. After having some issues with shipping online.. I called the store and spoke to a gentleman who had the manager call me to troubleshoot. Luke was amazing. He went above and beyond what I expected to ship me a bike to where I am in California. I only wish I wasn't across the country so I could go in person to thank him for everything he did to get me this bike. I would gladly purchase more bikes from The Garden.. not only to support a small business but because of the wonderful experience as well!!

The merchandise selection and the fantastic salesperson Elizabeth. I hope she's still there when I…read morevisit the store in the next few days. Anne Plaut

Such a cool and friendly place and a lovely selection of camping gear. Pet friendly too! They loved…read moremy dog

(Review for boyfriend): Let me tell you. On the way from Virginia to Maine for a ski trip, my…read moreboyfriend realized he had forgotten his ski boots. Fortunately, while stopping in Albany, they found this family ran ski shop that helped him out. Not only did they decide to help, they went far beyond the level of customer service he had ever experienced. They didn't just help him find boots that fit, they also made sure the boots would work with his skis. When it turned out they didn't, they pushed all their appointments aside to make sure everything worked so he would not have to wait any longer and could continue his road trip, and so he would not have to deal with it at the resort and pay extra fees. High Adventure Ski Shop, we thank you for saving my boyfriend's ski trip. I know he was slightly panicking, and Ryan, thank you for doing everything you did to make it work.

Awesome customer service. Have used for kid and adult rentals and this year purchased my own…read moreskis/boots from them. Sales person very patient as I tried on many boots. They fit great and the price beat many online venues. Highly recommended!

Great, friendly service. Less expensive than renting on the mountain. Worth the drive. Four of us…read morewere in and out in about 10 minutes.

Fantastic service and selection of skis. This is my second season skiing and second time coming to…read morethis shop. The staff is very helpful, knowledgeable, and kind. I will continue to rent my skis here in the coming seasons.

I just had the most horrific unpleasant experience at Clarke Outdoors. my partner and I who live in…read morea motorhome parked outside and started to get our things ready to enjoy the beautiful day on the water. Unfortunately that was not the case, upon arrival into the store the manager informed us that he took it upon himself to call the state trooper on us rather than knocking on the door to ask if we were going to rent from them. As we entered the store three teenage employees greeted us. As we waited to rent from the manager he came in and stated he called the state troopers and they were on the way. Calling the police on a couple who is about to spend a good buck on your establishment is extremely unprofessional. We could tell we were not welcomed so we said "Have a nice day!" The manager proceeded to follow us at and scream profanities at us. To whomever owns this establishment please educate your staff.

Rented kayaks today and we had a great time. The staff was super friendly and helpful. We will…read moredefinitely go back. They also have rafts and canoes to rent.