VTSU Professor Benjamin Mirkin and students from our Outdoor Education, Leadership & Tourism program are actively involved in research surrounding ice climbing use patterns in the Mount Washington Valley of New Hampshire.
Explore the most recent studies below, and check back for future research on this topic from our faculty and scholars.
2025 Mount Washington Valley Ice Climbing Study
This study examines use patterns, expenditure patterns, and demographics of ice climbers in the Mount Washington Valley, New Hampshire. The Mount Washington Valley represents a popular ice climbing destination which draws visitors from across the nation.
2025 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest Survey Report
This report examines the user experiences, demographics, and economic impacts of participants at the 32nd annual Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest in New Hampshire. This event attracted an estimated 750 participants, with most living 35 or more miles from the Mount Washington Valley.
