Smuggler’s Notch Off Mountain Adventures

Smuggler’s Notch Off Mountain Adventures

January 25, 2024

All Mountain Mama Rachel and her daughter Aria went to Smuggler’s Notch Ski Resort, in Jeffersonville, Vermont for a winter experience like no other.  “You’re it, Mom!” she called over her shoulder as she disappeared into the dark.  We ran in opposite directions, both of us with the intent to duck, dodge, and hide from … 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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Take a Hike at Stowe Mountain Resort

Take a Hike at Stowe Mountain Resort

October 6, 2023

The highest peak in Vermont, Mount Mansfield is a popular destination for hiking, especially with the amenities of Stowe Mountain Resort at its base. Pair that with the restaurants and activities in the town of Stowe and it makes for a top-notch destination for families year-round. Living in Burlington, we hike at Stowe regularly, but … Read More

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Learn-to Terrain at Vermont Ski Areas: Northern Vermont, Part 1

Learn-to Terrain at Vermont Ski Areas: Northern Vermont, Part 1

January 8, 2023

Teaching children how to ski and snowboard is no easy gig. That’s why we should leave it to the professionals. (Head here for lesson tips.) That said, even when kiddos get lessons, as parents, you will still spend plenty of time on the learn-to-terrain or the “bunny hill” of a resort during the first years … 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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Jay Peak Ski School Brings on the Fun

Jay Peak Ski School Brings on the Fun

January 5, 2020

Please note, this post–among many other posts by All Mountain Mamas–was created and shared before the COVID-19 pandemic and some content may no longer apply. Please always stay updated on Vermont’s travel and gathering guidelines before planning a trip during the 2020-21 season.  Ski instructor Kory Gozjack strolled into the Stateside Hotel & Base Lodge … Read More

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Vermont Summer Events 2019

Vermont Summer Events 2019

June 13, 2019

The mamas scoured Vermont summer events at ski resorts and hand-picked our tops family-friendly ones across the state. From food fests to outdoor music, lawn games, to yoga – there is something for everyone! June 20, Wanderlust at Stratton Mountain Wanderlust Festivals are all-out celebrations of mindful living that bring together the world’s leading yoga teachers, … Read More

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Why Burke Mountain May Be Vermont’s Best Kept Secret

Why Burke Mountain May Be Vermont’s Best Kept Secret

March 4, 2019

If you’re like me, you may never have given much thought to Burke Mountain Resort. I mean sure, it’s the home of Burke Mountain Academy where the repeat Olympic and World Cup champion Mikaela Shiffrin trained. But it’s also tucked off to the side of Vermont, closer to New Hampshire’s White Mountains than the Green … Read More

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