The morning fog, a slight changing of the foliage and cool mornings means the season is changing, time to start thinking of getting ready for winter!
Save the Date! – Fall Party – Friday, Nov 1st

Start the ski talk at our fall party.

Where:  Round Hearth, 5pm
When:  Friday November 1st
What:    Food is on us, cash bar

Masters Training Program Starts Monday, September 16th

Stowe Nordic will once again be offering its highly popular Masters Training program.

Stowe Nordic Master’s Training Program, 2024-2025

• Dates: September 16, 2024 through March 1, 2025
• Times: Weekly, Mondays, 4:00-5:30 pm (3:30-5:00 after time change)
• Where: Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center
• Program Costs: The Stowe Nordic program fee is $200. Participants must also be members of Stowe Nordic ($30 individual; $50 family) for the current year.
• Trail Use Fees: All participants must also purchase a trail pass from Trapp’s. Last winter’s pass prices are listed here and most likely there will be a small increase for this year. You should purchase this pass at the early season discounted rate (10% off before October 31). This will cover all Stowe Nordic Monday training sessions during the fall, and full winter ski season use. You will purchase this in person at the Trapp Touring Center so photo and pass can be made.

  We thank the Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center for hosting the 2024-25 Stowe Nordic Master’s Training Program and for offering discounted rates on trail passes to program participants!

Program Description:

The Stowe Nordic Master’s Training Program is for men and women, ages 30 plus. This program is for the intermediate to advanced skier with the goal of improving fitness and ski technique, both classic and skating. The program will be Mondays 4:00-5:30 pm (until the time change, then 3:30) at the Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center. We will begin on Monday, September 16, meeting weekly with dryland training, and as soon as there is enough snow, ski training. You will have rotating coaches each with their own focus: Trina Hosmer (interval training), Dave Hosmer (core strength, technique, video), and assistants Carol VanDyke, Leigh Mallory, and Robyn Anderson. Weekly emails will be sent out before each session informing you of the type of training planned (e.g., classic or skate technique).

New this year – Every other week during the Fall dryland training, Molly Lauridsen (professional trainer) will be our leader for a strength, balance and agility session This will be an hour-long session of quick movements, balancing and strength exercises.

Questions about the program may be addressed to Trina Hosmer (hosmer@oit.umass.edu).

Programs Starting in December, Details coming soon!

NEW! Beginner’s Ski Program (Tuesdays)
Women’s Ski Program
Youth Winter Ski Program 
Stowe Land Trust- Adams Camp Connector: Let’s Connect Stowe!

New project! The Adams Camp Connector is an 85-acre parcel connecting two large areas of previously conserved land: the Bouchard Farm and Adams Camp. This conservation project will protect important connections for recreationists and wildlife movement from the Little River to the eastern slopes of Mt. Mansfield.

From a recreation perspective, it’s a golden opportunity. for the first time, hikers, bikers and skiers will be able to enjoy uninterrupted trail access from Mt. Mansfield State Forest to the Village of Stowe. In addition, the new, multi-use trail will alleviate usage pressures on Brook Road.

Recreation, however, is not the sole benefit. Identified as a “high priority area” by Vermont Conservation Design, this parcel is considered critical to protecting intact forested habitat, healthy aquatic and riparian systems, and a diverse ecosystem on which plant and animal communities depend.

Learn More

Sally’s Bench Dedication at Trapps September 21st 

A bench in honor of Sally Howe, long time Stowe Nordic member, has been installed at Picnic Knoll. On Saturday September 21st, we’ll meet beside the Trapps Yurt at 3pm for a walk to Picnic Knoll in memory of Sally – people can say a few words if they like, sit “with Sally” on the bench, or reminisce with friends.  Rain date Sun 22nd.

Please RSVP
Join Us!

When you join Stowe Nordic your member dollars go directly to improving nordic skiing in Stowe such as the ski programs, Rec Path grooming PLUS you’ll get discounts to local stores!  We appreciate your support. Note: If you are planning to join a program, it is probably easier to sign up for your membership when your program opens.