![In previous years, New England ski mountains have left eager skiers unsatisfied because of the sub-par and icy conditions on the slopes. Despite this situation, veteran skiers, and WHS sophomores Tobias Kyleber, Mathew Moscoffian and Colin Moleux provide some insight on why some mountains have a higher level quality than others, in their eyes. “[Two of my favorite mountains in New England] are Mount Stow and Mount Cannon,” Moscoffian said. “These mountains are better because they have the best quality of snow and have the most trails open, usually.”](https://waylandstudentpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-6-1200x800.png)
![On Tuesday, Jan. 28, Wayland Cares director J Verhoosky led a presentation on the importance of choosing to be vulnerable in conversations. Through various activities and experiments, the audience was instructed to confront how they approach risk taking and their comfort zones. “[My biggest takeaway was] make yourself available for other people and share things you might not share with other people to make them feel like they're in a safe environment,” junior Addison Voight said.](https://waylandstudentpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/JLb1q3m4ZHvNAKYzv7c60kyyrrafzS8pJlYoJcoj.png)
- WSPN’s newest series, Wandering Backpack, asks what would you bring if you had 10 minutes to pack a bag with your most treasured items, knowing you wouldn’t be back for years.
Guitar: For making songs along the way.
Moby Dick by Herman Melville: If I could only read one novel over and over again it would be this.
Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman: It’s the song of the open road; it’s music, no batteries required.
The Sacred Path of the Warrior by Chogyam Trungpa: For its reminders that every moment is an invitation to be genuine and good.
Journals and pen: For notes, songs and stories.
Wool hat: Hand made gift, keeps me warm.
Pocketknife: Given to me in elementary school by my parents, many uses in the wilderness.
Image of Kannon: 1000 arms of compassion, a nice reminder.
Strings: Self evident.
