Catch Winter when you can!
We finally got that big storm, hope you got out there to enjoy the lovely powder. Now we’re back to waiting for the next (snow)storm.. Or at least a warmer sunny day… The groundhog has said six more weeks of winter – what will you do to add some variety to your winter skiing?
Spice up your Skiing:
- Try a new nordic center! – see the Ski Vermont Cross Country Reciprocal program below.
- Try AT or Telemark – Skin up the mountain – (see Stowe’s uphill guidelines)
- Ski the Catamount Trail – either on your own or with one of their organized tours
- Check out a new local spot – your backyard, local field or woods or one of the Stowe Land Trust’s properties
- Travel! – There is snow out there somewhere!
The Ski Vermont Cross Country Reciprocal Program is designed to share the breadth of cross country skiing and snowshoeing terrain across Vermont, with opportunities for everyone from families to world-class racers. The Reciprocal program offers season pass holders from participating cross country areas a one-time, complimentary, or discounted trail pass for a single day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing at any other participating cross country ski area.
Despite warm temperatures in the days prior to the event, and a big freeze the night before, organizers were able to pull off a shorter, downhill only version of the Stowe Derby. With groomers not being able to till the nordic trails, including numerous dangerously ice-glazed and rock-hard hills, the Derby headed down the Toll Road and ended at the Touring center– Fastest times ever!
Short Course skiers got the full experience, racing from Thompson Park all the way to the traditional finish in town. Thanks to the big melt/freeze there was a little more walking than usual, but most of the Rec Path held its snow and provided speedy conditions for the mostly skate skiing crowd of over 50 short-course racers!
Remember: your membership gives you discounts to the following local businesses!
- Round Hearth – 10% off all Cafe and Marketplace purchases
- PK Coffee – 15% off coffee, tea and coffee beans
- Piecasso – 10% off food
- Ski Rack Burlington – 15% off nordic gear and clothing
Add our conditions page as one of your favorites because it is your one-stop shop for checking local cross country conditions – including how recently the rec path has been groomed! – Here’s the link.