Don’t, it’s awful. Vermont has the best skiing in New England. Jay Peak and sugarbush are where it’s at, mad River Glen if you’re an expert. NH is okay, Maine has a couple gems.

Upvoted, both amazing choices.

Your user name checks out lol. The knife edge is the most epic hike I’ve ever done.

I posted above but check out Baxter State Park if you have a few days or more for backpacking and can drive 4-5 hours. Katahdin can hang with a lot of the big bois out west. Trust me it’s worth the time and effort.

Congratulations on your impending move to the most enlightened state in the union! We usually score the highest on all the classic human development indicators. We are also good people, but be warned: we don’t have time for bullshit and can be a bit harsh. Most of us will give you the shirt off our back though! We just like to cut to the chase. Also, great that you’re a teacher as we have some of the best schools in the country (which I’m sure you’re already aware of). The history is fantastic too, I am also a history buff and feel spoiled that I’ve lived here my whole life.

Our coastline is stunning of course, but for cool geography I’d expand your scope to Include NH/ME/VT if you want wilderness, lakes and mountains. Western MA does have those on a smaller scale but the north country is only a few hours by car from most parts of the state. Definitely explore the natural areas wherever you move to in MA because our state has a lot of beauty hidden away. If you ever want to get off the grid, go to Baxter State Park on Maine for a few days. Southwestern Maine and northern NH have stunning mountains that you can do on a day trip.

The state offers a lot of assistance and programs for people that are in trouble or having hard times. If you ever find yourself in a hard spot, just ask around in your town or online. Also ask around if you need winter advice, we can offer some tips for mental health and snow and ice removal.

Our one weakness I would say is our food scene. There are some bright spots in the cities for sure, but for the most part I get pretty bored with our options (I’m an adventurous eater). Look into trying a “north shore roast beef (3-way)” if you’re ever on the north shore (Essex county). Maybe try a few.

Have fun and don’t be shy if you need something!

Always treat service workers with respect because they’re usually prisoners of the greedy corporations that employ them. The employees don’t control payroll cuts or supply chain issues.

Also, Fuck CVS. I watched them do employee bag checks today in full view of all the customers. What a bunch of shitheads.

Fellow crazy person here. Glad I’m not the only one who collects the trash bins barefoot in the winter time.

Interstate highways are federally funded I believe

The whites are deadly right now unless you’re into that sort of thing. Lots of cool stuff to check out on the North Shore / Cape Ann area though. We have cool wooded areas and ocean just as good as cape cod (not that i have a chip on my choicest or anything).