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Development Team

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Development team

Welcome to Bousquet Mountain’s Development (Devo) Race Team page! If you’ve got a budding skier in your family who’s eager to hone their racing skills and finesse their technique, you’re in the right place. Our program is specially designed for those just starting on their skiing journey, offering a supportive environment where they can build a strong foundation in the thrilling world of ski racing.

requirements

Age group:

If your little shredder is between 6 and 12 years old, as of December 31st, this program is designed just for them

Prerequisites: 

  • Comfortably skiing most intermediate and even those tricky trails. We promise it’ll be loads of fun!
  • Hopping onto the Blue and Yellow chairlifts all by themselves.

* If your child is comfortable on beginner trails and still working on chairlift independence, check out our Bousquet Club!

dates + times + program cost

8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Saturday + Sunday, Saturdays Only, and Sundays Only available

December 13 – March 1 (No practice: MLK weekend, and first weekend of President’s Week)

Saturday + Sunday: $659

Saturday OR Sunday: $469

SEASON PASS REQUIRED

program description

Welcome to the starting line of your skiing journey at Bousquet! Our Development Team, or “Devo” as we affectionately call it, is a thrilling ride for young snow lovers aged 6-12. It’s all about embracing mountain skiing, with a sprinkle of racing instruction for those ready to level up their skills.

In the Devo program, we prioritize the power of fun. Our carefully crafted approach blends the joy of free skiing with skill-enhancing drills. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Thrilling skiing adventures: Our young skiers embark on exciting explorations of different terrains, from moguls to jumps, keeping every day on the mountain full of new challenges and excitement.
  • Skill-focused training: Through a mix of balance, agility, edging, and rotary drills, we help our skiers develop a solid foundation of skills that builds confidence and enables progress on the slopes.
  • Embracing the race experience: As the season unfolds, we introduce the exhilaration of racing gates, allowing our skiers to test their abilities, enhance their speed, and feel the rush of friendly competition.
  • Individual growth paths: Whether our skiers choose to continue their racing journey in our Interclub or Tri-State programs or find joy in the Devo experience itself, we celebrate and support their unique paths, ensuring they become well-rounded skiers.
 

Our trip and pass protection policies are applicable for all race team products and registrations. To learn more about these policies, click here!

A season pass is required for participation in the Devo program.

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Guest Service Manager

Amanda Cozzaglio

Amanda started at Bousquet in September, 2022.

She was born and raised in the Berkshires and currently resides in Pittsfield. She loves to be outside in the summer months hiking the various trails we have to enjoy, biking on the Rail Trail or kayaking anywhere there is water. Although she enjoys the warm weather over the cold, she is excited to appreciate the winter beauty on a whole other level and brush up on her skiing skills!

When Amanda is not working, she thoroughly enjoys spending time with her family (mainly her 5 nephews and 1 sweet little niece 😊)

Yaron Steinhauer enjoying activities at Bousquet Mountain
operations manager

Yaron Steinhauer

Yaron’s been in the Snowsports industry for 20 years, starting out as an instructor at Hunter Mountain. He leveled up with his Level 3 PSIA certification, then headed out west for a bit. Now he’s back east and has been our Operations Manager since the summer of 2023! He’s all about sharing his passion for the sport and making sure everyone enjoys their time on the snow.

Originally from Westchester County, NY, he’s now hanging out in the Berkshires, and if he’s not on the slopes, he’s probably biking around the hills (especially in the summer).

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marketing + Sales Manager

Coby Porter

Coby, a native of Lanesborough, MA, learned how to ski at Bousquet and has a deep love for the outdoors. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a focus in New Media and is currently pursuing her MBA.

For Coby, Bousquet is more than just a job. It is a way to combine two passions: the outdoors and advertising. Having grown up at Bousquet, she knows firsthand the impact the mountain can have on the community. Being part of Bousquet is a full-circle moment, giving her the opportunity to help create the same magic of learning, growing, and falling in love with the mountain for the next generation.

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Office Manager

Zack Senecal

Zachary, a native of Lenox, MA, brings a strong background in hospitality and customer service, with a passion for creating welcoming and memorable experiences. He holds an Associate Degree in Hospitality Management from Berkshire Community College and was drawn to Bousquet because of the mountain’s unique sense of community and its ability to bring people together.

He is excited to bring his hospitality experience, positive attitude, and people-first approach to the Bousquet team. Zachary hopes to help make every visit to the mountain feel special while contributing to the welcoming atmosphere that makes Bousquet such a special part of the Berkshires.

Ski & Ride School director

Michael Sheinkman

Michael joined the Bousquet Snowsports team following retirement from a 30 year career responding to disasters and humanitarian crises around the world with the United Nations and the US government. He first started skiing at 5 years old, improving his skills during family trips to Vermont. Michael currently holds PSIA certifications as a Level 1 Ski Instructor and Children’s Specialist and has instructed professionally at Bousquet, Catamount, and Killington.
 
Beyond Bousquet, Michael enjoys cross-country skiing, hiking. bicycling, swimming, and SCUBA diving.
 
Favorite trail: Grand
 
Favorite memory at Bousquet: Telemark skiing down Grand through untracked snow.
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mountain manager

nate bovard

Nate Bovard has served as Mountain Manager at Bousquet Mountain since 2020.

Prior to joining Bousquet, he worked in mountain operations at both Sugarbush Resort and Berkshire East Mountain Resort, bringing experience from two well-established New England ski areas.

He is responsible for all on-mountain operations, including lift operations, snowmaking, grooming, trail maintenance, and outside facilities.

Nate oversees seasonal mountain operations staff and plays a key role in ensuring the mountain operates safely and efficiently while supporting capital improvement projects and long-term operational planning

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general manager

kevin mcmillan

Kevin started at Bousquet in April of 2020. He brings 30 years of experience in the outdoor industry, along with a knack for creative problem solving and mad people skills.

He lives in Plainfield, and is an avid mountain biker and snowboarder.