Local kids are always a source of pride for us in the western mountains of Maine, as we have seen many star athletes & wonderful people all around, grow up with the work ethic, outdoors appreciation, & willingness to set & achieve goals that drives us forward, no matter what life’s hassles throw at you! For Alex Tuttle of Stratton, his goals were forming in his mind very early, & with the chance to attend Carrabassett Valley Academy & be mentored by our two-time Boardercross Olympic Gold Champion Seth Wescott, the climb to the top is well underway! In this spring update with Alex, we hear how the 2011-12 season went overall, & what’s next for this outstanding snowboarder! [Read more…]