Raising two boys and teaching them how to ski has been an eye-opening experience. What works for one, doesn’t always work for the other in terms of parenting or learning to ski and improve. Maybe that’s no surprise, but it can be a source of frustration if your toolbox is limited. Enter the second-born child. … Read More
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When I think about the number of adults who ski or ride and don’t think taking a lesson will benefit them, it reminds me of a quote by longtime ski instructor Mermer Blakeslee. In an excellent article for SAM magazine (the B2B publication for the North American mountain resort industry), she wrote: “We should tap … 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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Happy National Women’s History Month! We all know women are social creatures that often crave the support and comfort of other women. So why not find it on the slopes and improve our turns while we’re at it? If you’re looking to improve your ski and ride skills and connect with other female skiers, women’s … 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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The small town of Jericho is nestled amongst the Green Mountains just 30 minutes from Burlington and Waterbury, 25 minutes from Smugglers’ Notch, and 30 minutes from Bolton Valley. In that town, a special family-friendly Inn awaits to host you and your kids. The Sinclair Inn B&B The Sinclair Inn B&B is a beautiful Victorian-style … 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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We’re not a fancy family. We don’t wear super expensive gear or look particularly put together after skiing all day. However, we do appreciate high-end lodging and love to kick it up a notch sometimes when we travel. If you’re looking for an elegant, cozy, and memorable family stay in southern Vermont, The Hermitage Inn … Read More
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