Learning Patience and Perseverance from an Olympian

Learning Patience and Perseverance from an Olympian

January 16, 2015

Ski Tots Program at Cochran’s Ski Area It’s not every day an Olympic gold medalist skis with your preschooler. Unless you’re in the Ski Tots program at Cochran’s Ski Area. I started the Ski Tots program in early January with my three-year-old daughter, Phoebe. The four-week program teaches parents how to teach their preschoolers to … Read More

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Top Reasons for Families to Ski Mad River Glen

Top Reasons for Families to Ski Mad River Glen

January 13, 2015

If you’ve driven to or through Vermont or skied there, then you’ve probably seen the red and white stickers decorating everything from car bumpers and Thule boxes to helmets, boots, even road signs. “Mad River Glen: Ski It If You Can,” they proclaim. Are these stickers a challenge? A warning? A joke? An expression of … Read More

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Teaching Parents and Kids at Cochran’s

Teaching Parents and Kids at Cochran’s

January 5, 2015

by Erica Houskeeper I come from a family of educators, but the teaching gene somehow passed me by. My grandfather and mother were teachers, and my sister and brother carried on the family legacy in public schools and state colleges. For me, teaching is not something that ever came naturally. But then I became a … Read More

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Food Planning Tips for Family Ski Trips

Food Planning Tips for Family Ski Trips

December 5, 2014

The gear is packed, the tickets purchased, and you’re on your way to another great weekend on Vermont’s slopes. But have you thought about feeding your family? The All Mountain Mamas have you covered with some of our own food planning tips! Meal planning while on the mountain varies by family, and more importantly by … Read More

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Kombi Base Layer – Not Your Old Long Johns

Kombi Base Layer – Not Your Old Long Johns

October 12, 2014

Living in Upstate New York I’m used to cold, long winters and for the most part you layer up and deal with it. But things changed last winter as I was back on the slopes after a long hiatus and needed to have some real warm weather gear. It was also the first winter my … Read More

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5 Steps for Planning a Vermont Family Ski Vacation

5 Steps for Planning a Vermont Family Ski Vacation

October 8, 2014

It can be hard in the fall to get into the winter mindset, but before you know it the snow will be flying and you’ll be itching to hit the slopes. A little planning now will not only give you more options when it comes to lodging, it will save you money because many resorts offer … Read More

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Fall Foliage in Vermont: A Unique Family Getaway

Fall Foliage in Vermont: A Unique Family Getaway

September 5, 2014

What could be a better way to get excited for ski and snowboard season than to visit Vermont’s mountains during peak foliage? Due to the high population of sugar maple trees, Vermont puts on the best show of fall color this side of the globe. Not only is it one of the most beautiful times … Read More

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Why Winter Ski Vacations Matter

Why Winter Ski Vacations Matter

July 24, 2014

As your Facebook feed fills with images of sun drenched kids on sandy beaches you are probably thinking about your own summer vacations or maybe getting ideas for next year.  But what about winter ski vacations? I’ve finally gone through the stacks of projects both my preschooler and first grader came home with in June … Read More

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Big Savings on Summer Family Fun in Vermont

Big Savings on Summer Family Fun in Vermont

May 26, 2014

Still looking for your perfect summer family getaway? Think Vermont ski and ride resorts only offer winter fun? Think again, because Vermont has you covered with roomy accommodations, family adventure and camp packages, and the serene beauty of the Green Mountains. Book now for some great savings from Ski Vermont’s best family resorts! Summer Deals … Read More

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