Skiing with my six- and nine-year-old at Saskadena Six grounded me in the present, while also reminding me how far we’ve come. Personally, I’ve spent the better part of the last three winters with my kids on the magic carpet. More broadly, I’ve evolved over three decades of skiing. And historically, this very mountain—one of … Read More
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A family getaway—let alone a ski weekend—is no small feat when you have little feet in your life. Still, the benefits are well worth the challenges. After a few seasons of working out the kinks, I’ve learned a handful of ways to calm my anxious-mama mind and ease into a winter weekend with more calm … Read More
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The holiday season in Vermont is pure winter magic — especially at our world-class ski areas. From festive events and torchlight parades to visits with Santa, scavenger hunts, and New Year’s celebrations, there’s a mountain-full of family-friendly fun waiting for you. Here’s your guide to the best holiday activities at Vermont ski resorts this season! Killington Resort … Read More
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As moms, we’re really good at making sure everyone else gets their time on the mountain—snacks packed, mittens located, layers zipped, and lift tickets secured. But carving out time just for us? That’s rare. Which is exactly why an overnight at Bolton Valley felt like the reset this Mom needed. With night skiing, slope-side lodging, and that perfectly … Read More
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The countdown to opening day at Vermont ski resorts is officially on! For families, the ramp-up to ski season is as much about the traditions (chairlift M&Ms: check!) as it is about the logistics. From the all-important gear search and rescue operation (how do kids grow that fast?) to the delight of a Warren Miller … Read More
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There’s a certain magic to learning something new as an adult—something equal parts exhilarating and deeply humbling. You fall a lot, you get back up, you figure things out, and—if you’re lucky—you get to share that process with someone you love. That’s what this adventure at Killington was for my daughter, Aria, and me. It … Read More
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It takes a lot of careful consideration by ski area operators to put together an end-to-end, family-friendly experience—and deliver on it. A ski area needs the right facilities and activities, and they need to be convenient both in access (i.e., uncomplicated to find) and proximity to where families are staying. Most importantly, and perhaps the … Read More
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My cousin, her husband, and four children drive to Pico from New Jersey for a family ski trip twice a year. We met up with them last season and my older son had such an amazing time with the gaggle of boys that we just had to get back and make a trip of it … Read More
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It’s the holiday season AND the start of ski and ride season here in Vermont. We’re ready to celebrate with events at mountain resorts around the state. From skiing santas and visiting reindeer to ringing in the new year, here are just a few fun things you might want to check out. A Charlie … Read More
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