When I was in my twenties, early thirties, I barely went into the base lodge. I’d boot up at my car and swing into a mid-station lodge for a quick drink of water and a bite if needed, and sometimes swing by the bar at the end of the day to share a brew with … Read More
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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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Cross country skiing is having a moment. It’s about time. Cross country skiing, which was a method of transportation in ancient times, is the oldest type of skiing in the world. Even so, it’s long been overshadowed by the more action-packed sport of alpine skiing. But in the age of Covid, cross-country skiing is becoming more popular than … Read More
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Nobody knows how hard it can be to teach kids to ski or snowboard more than parents. Aside from the logistics of it all, moms and dads are often faced with a bit of moaning and groaning about skiing or riding before they even get to the mountain. Even once you overcome complaints like”I don’t … Read More
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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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Dressing kids for winter isn’t hard; you just need the right things to keep them warm and comfortable while they are outside. Besides knowing how to pack for a family ski trip, we have created this guide with our best tips for dressing your kids like a pro this season. We promise it will keep them … Read More
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Part One of a series of informative posts this season designed to help families understand the changes they can expect at Vermont resorts this winter. Our goal is to walk you through each part of your day at the mountain to help families gain a little perspective and plan and prepare. Vermont ski and snowboard … Read More
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Vermont Ski Resorts Fall vs. Winter Vermont ski resorts were originally developed to enjoy during the winter. However, over the years most have become year-round playgrounds for active families. With hiking, biking, disc golf, scenic chairlift rides, and more in the fall and skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing in the winter, it is … Read More
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A Letter from the Editor Hello friends, Sarah here, from All Mountain Mamas. It’s been an interesting six months, hasn’t it? So much of our world has changed since the Mamas last reached out to this group of family-centric skiers and riders that love Vermont. I’m sorry we took such a long hiatus, but let’s … Read More
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