Advice regarding travel in New Hampshire

[Leav]

Hi,

I'm attending the FTA training at FIRST HQ (Manchester, NH) this year and I'm arriving a bit early (morning of 5th, training starts on 7th).

I was looking forward to spending my time on the mountains of NH, and I have been suggested the following ski resorts: Waterville Valley, Loon Mountain, Pat's Peak and Cannon.

The problem is that I do not know if there is any way of reaching these places from Manchester.

I am 20, so I can not yet rent a car (all the companies I have checked have the minimum at 21), and am completely in the dark regarding other options.

So any New-Hampshireites around here care to offer some advice?

I understand Pat's peak is closest at about 40 minutes from Manchester, but I'm unable to find any shuttles or buses that go there and back.

Is it possible? only you know! please help!

(thanks... )
-Leav