Ski Season Checklist

Ski Season Checklist

November 24, 2023

Snowfall, opening days, ski racing! It may not quite feel like it in your neck of the woods yet but winter is here in Vermont. Are you prepared? If not, we got you covered with our quick and easy ski season checklist to get you and your family winterized.  Ski and Snowboard Gear Hard goods … Read More

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Stay, Snowboard, and Play at Smugglers’ Notch

Stay, Snowboard, and Play at Smugglers’ Notch

November 3, 2023

When my daughter Aria and I visited Smugglers’ Notch Resort in 2023 winter was in full swing. A late snowstorm in March blanketed the mountain and surrounding area with fresh powder. We couldn’t have chosen a better time to explore this iconic resort and try a host of their winter activities from snowboarding to tubing … Read More

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Stratton’s One Nighter Package

Stratton’s One Nighter Package

February 16, 2023

After an exhilarating evening of tubing at Stratton’s Coca-Cola Tube Park, Mama Rachel and daughter Aria were hungry and ready for some rest. They checked in for a special One-Nighter stay at the Black Bear Lodge. The Black Bear Lodge is just 4 minutes by car or shuttle from the Coca-Cola Tube Park, which makes … Read More

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Sugarbush Base Cabins to Stay Warm this Winter

Sugarbush Base Cabins to Stay Warm this Winter

February 2, 2021

Winter has finally, fully, arrived in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Snowstorms have been blanketing the slopes, and temperatures have deeply dipped, creating great conditions statewide.  The early days of the season had been rather temperate, much to the chagrin of snowmakers. The conditions did, however, benefit the idea of “your car as a base … Read More

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Stay to Ski: Planning Your Lodging Experience in Vermont

Stay to Ski: Planning Your Lodging Experience in Vermont

December 6, 2020

Are you planning to travel to a ski resort in Vermont this winter season? The lodging properties around ski areas are looking to welcome you with open arms, but there are a few rules to follow. Currently, Vermont requires anyone traveling from out-of-state (or Vermonters that have traveled out of state) to quarantine for 14 … Read More

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Best Family Ski Deals for the 2019-20 Season

Best Family Ski Deals for the 2019-20 Season

December 10, 2019

If you’re looking to ski or snowboard with your family, Vermont is the place to be this winter. With as much as 25 feet of annual snowfall and state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming equipment, Vermont ski areas are ideal for family skiing and riding. Many Vermont resorts offer a variety of lift ticket, lesson, and lodging … Read More

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Biking to Coasters: Family Fun at Killington

Biking to Coasters: Family Fun at Killington

September 17, 2019

For my family of five, summertime means maximum fun, maximum planning, and lots of negotiation to keep everyone happy. We are an active and adventurous family; Mom, Dad, and three boys ages 8, 10, and 12. As Vermonters, we are hyper-aware that every sunny day over fifty degrees is precious. During the warmer months, we … Read More

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Unwind at Okemo (Yes, even with a Toddler)

Unwind at Okemo (Yes, even with a Toddler)

January 20, 2019

You know that special place that you go to when you just need to relax and take a deep breath? Maybe it’s a room in your house, or a vacation spot, or a family home. It gives you a feeling of calm and acceptance and all your stresses falls away. Jackson Gore at Okemo has … Read More

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