What’s the Best Age to Teach My Kids to Ski?

What’s the Best Age to Teach My Kids to Ski?

January 11, 2023

What’s the best age to teach my kids to ski or snowboard? This is easily the most common question parents ask us. The answer isn’t so easy, though. There are so many variables. A lot depends on you as a parent, your kids’ natural propensity for sliding on snow, where you live, how often you … 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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Family-Friendly Fall Events in Vermont

Family-Friendly Fall Events in Vermont

September 27, 2022

It’s fall in Vermont! The leaves are changing and making it a perfect time to get up to the Green (and red, yellow, and orange) Mountains and enjoy the rainbow of foliage before the snow starts flying. We’ve pulled together a list of family-friendly fall events in Vermont this season. Pair them with a hike … Read More

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Take A Hike at Jay Peak

Take A Hike at Jay Peak

September 9, 2022

The Mamas are on a mission to hike at each of our favorite resorts across the state, and when two Mama Sarah’s were in Jay, it seemed like the perfect chance for a tram ride up to hike at Jay Peak. Hiking the Jay Way Jay Peak Resort has designated hiking routes for family-friendly strolls … Read More

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Endless Summer at Killington Resort

Endless Summer at Killington Resort

September 1, 2022

Killington has an endless array of possibilities when it comes to summer fun, and we got to spend three days taking in the magic.  From hikes, to bikes and everything in between, Killington Resort holds the secret to summertime fun.  I, Rachel, and my daughter Aria visited Killington this summer. Our main objectives during our … Read More

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Take a Hike at Killington

Take a Hike at Killington

August 25, 2022

The Mamas are on a mission to hike at each of our favorite resorts across the state. The Green Mountains of Vermont do not disappoint when it comes to hiking adventures, and with fall just around the corner, we jumped at the chance to get one more adventure in before the school year begins. Next … Read More

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Vermont Symphony Orchestra at Burke Mountain

Vermont Symphony Orchestra at Burke Mountain

July 30, 2022

My daughter, Neva, loves music. She and her dad have dance parties every morning before we all head our separate ways for the day. What could be a better way to couple my daughters love of music with an adventure at an outdoor concert in the mountains? So this summer we loaded up and headed … Read More

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Plan a Daycation at Smugglers’ Notch

Plan a Daycation at Smugglers’ Notch

July 7, 2022

Summer is a time to revel in the sunshine and outdoors with your family. If you’re looking for something special to do with the little ones, a Daycation at Smugglers’ Notch will not disappoint. Smuggs’ family-friendly winter status transitions seamlessly into summer. From water slides to hikes, rock climbing to ice cream, and all the … Read More

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Take a Hike at Smuggs

Take a Hike at Smuggs

June 29, 2022

The Green Mountains of Vermont are host to hundreds of amazing hikes. The Mamas are on a mission to try hikes at each of our favorite resorts across the state. Our first was at Bolton Valley, and we recently headed out for a hike at Smuggs and a fun-filled “school is out!” adventure. Planning Your … Read More

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