Newsletter Archive

Snow is in the forecast - early season skiing coming soon!   And in case Mother Nature doesn't cooperate, Sam von Trapp reported that they fired up and tested their snowmaking fan gun in the past week, over the summer upgraded the water system and are planning to provide some early season snow for skiing.   Club Ski Trip to Mont Sainte Anne - February 17-20th  Join us this winter for another great trip to Mont Sainte Anne.  With one of the premiere touring centers in North America, lodging right on the trails, and a great group of friends a fun time is guaranteed.  As in the past, this is [...]

Let's hope the October snow is the beginning of a long, snowy winter! Reminder: Fall Party - THIS Friday, Nov 1st Start the ski talk at our fall party. Where: Round Hearth, 39 Edson Hill Road, Stowe 5pmWhen: Friday November 1stWhat: We will provide dinner and good company, cash bar is on you Trapp Family Lodge Season's Pass Deadline 10/31 Trapp Family Lodge Season's Pass are on sale for 10% off until October 31st, Here's the link. Sharpen Your Skills - Sign up for a Program! Nordic Skiing Basics Program There are still openings in the new program for adult beginners who are new to classic cross-country [...]

Time to clear the backcountry and touring trails! Summer's floods and winds may mean lots to do to clear the trails. Here are some trail work opportunities. Be ready to spend the day outside-- wear sturdy waterproof shoes and bring lunch, water, snacks, as well as loppers and/or a handsaw. Catamount Trail (CTA) Trail work schedule: - https://catamounttrail.org/ski-the-trail/trail-work/fall-work-schedule/ Mansfield Backcountry (Ranch Camp Area) - Saturday October 19 and Nov 2, 9am, Stowe Cross Country Ski Center (Park outside gate) - Contact Jean Kissner (jeankissner4@gmail.com) to be added to the list for additional trail clearing dates and updates in case of rain Bolton Valley Backcountry - go to https.//boltonfriends.org. Every Saturday until [...]

Frost on the pumpkin coming soon? Hope you have enjoyed our stellar September weather. Let's savor the remaining days of colorful foliage while it lasts and hope the cooler weather and transition to winter will be on its way soon. 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:    We will provide dinner and good company, cash bar is on you New Program - Nordic Skiing Basics Program This seven-session program is for adult beginners who are new to classic cross-country skiing or who have skied some but have not received any formal instruction. The [...]

September arrives with cool mornings...   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 [...]

More snow but then Spring is on its way If you were savoring those beautiful spring sunny days, don’t worry, they will be back soon!  Just this storm (hopefully) then some sunny weather (and the eclipse). RSVP Please! Spring Party - Friday April 12th at Stowe Cider Join us to share your winter adventures with friends old and new. Families with kids welcome! Please fill out the RSVP Form Where:  Stowe Cider, 17 Town Farm  Lane, Stowe When:   5-7 pm, Friday April 12th What:    Food is on us, cash bar We need a webmaster! Adam Argo, our webmaster, has done a great job in the last few years [...]

2024 March Miracle Just when you might have thought winter was over, it came back! - Saving the best for (maybe) last, the recent storm was the best of them all.  While March sun and showers have put an end to the lovely powder, spring skiing is out there for those who venture to the higher elevations. RSVP Please!  Spring Party - Friday April 12th. Save the date, location TBD- Join us to share your winter adventures with friends old and new. Please fill out the RSVP Form Where:  TBD! When:   5-7 pm, Friday April 12th What:    Food is on us, cash bar Join Us! When you join [...]

Light Fluffy Powder, Yeah! The latest in our series of storms was the best yet — 7” of light fluffy powder! On top of the rain crust, we now have some fantastic conditions.  While it might be a bit on the cold side this weekend, bundle up, in layers, so you can adjust your clothing as needed. Triple Bypass, Stowe Derby and Adams Camp trails are all groomed, so check them out!Tour de Stowe, This Saturday, January 20th The Tour de Stowe is this Saturday featuring a non-competitive ski tour through the Trapp Family Lodge and Stowe Mountain Resort trails. And the ski conditions should be fantastic.  This is the [...]

Sunday night storms Our second Sunday night storm brought some heavy wet snow with a smidge of new snow on top.  It’s a great base, and once thoroughly groomed, pretty nice skiing!  Craftsbury Outdoor center has some great skiing, and this weekend’s warmer weather should make all the trails soft until the next round – let’s hope for lots of snow after the first part of this Sunday’s storm.Stowe Cross Country Center open!Stowe Mountain Resort’s Cross Country center is now open.  If you plan to purchase a Nordic pass with the Stowe Nordic discount (40% off)  before 12/15/23, please bring your membership confirmation with you. We will be passing the [...]

Ski Season is Here!Sunday night’s surprise snow plus some dustings on top have left us with some fantastic conditions for November.Trapps is currently open with 10k of groomed trails!Stowe Land Trust Adams Camp SurveyDo you recreate at Adams Camp? If you ever ski in the area of the Haul Road or the Stowe Derby or mountain bike the Cheddar and Hardy’s Haul trails, you are on property in Adams Camp. The Trail Stowe Land Trust is seeking to gain insights into community perspectives and recreational uses on the property. Your input will help the Land Trust develop a  master plan for Adams Camp to steward public access for [...]