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STRATTON, Vermont ??” The equation is simple. Combine unbelievable value in lodging with new programs at the Golf University and that equals a great Green Mountain getaway. Add the village for shopping and music festivals, plus canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, and hiking the Appalachian and Long Trails, and Stratton becomes the 2006 summer hub for Southern Vermont.

Even though Stratton is still blanketed in white from unprecedented sn...

SMUGGLERS' NOTCH, Vt. ??“ As soon as the slopes close in mid-April, Smugglers' Notch Resort will begin gearing up for the start of its summer programming for families, beginning this year on June 9. In addition to Smugglers' ever-popular menu of daily camps for ages 3-17, family and adult entertainment, and outdoor pursuits such as hiking, swimming, and just plain lazing around, the Resort has added a few extra enticements for families looking for a g...

KILLINGTON, Vermont ??” Soft snow, sunshine, music, events and the famous Bear Mountain deck are all typically characteristic of spring skiing and riding at Killington Resort, however, this year's spring events schedule is getting an uncharacteristic amount of buzz.

The spring events kick off with the Sprint U.S. Freestyle Championships March 23-26 setting the stage for more than 150 of the top freestyle skiers to compete in moguls, aeria...

BROMLEY, Vermont ??” Since 1976, when Bromley unveiled the nation's first double-tracked Alpine Slide, they've been the industry innovator when it comes to summer attractions. The Bromley Mountain Thrill Zone hosts the 456' Big Splash, Vermont's longest waterslide ride; The New Condor Cable Coaster, it's a 700 foot long, two person, zip line that's sure to thrill every member of your family; the 100' Adrenaline Zip Line; two Trampoline Things that let...

BOLTON VALLEY, Vermont ??” Despite this winter's inconsistent weather, Bolton Valley Resort is heading into spring with plenty of snow. The Resort is on track to receive its typical average annual snowfall of 300", picking up over 4 feet of snow in the month of February and 3 feet during the first week of March. Favorite spring events are right around the corner, including Burton's Chill Fest on April 1 and Spring Fling & Pond Skimming on April 2. The...

STOWE, Vermont ??” Start peeling the layers. Late March in Stowe brings mild & sunny days on one of the deepest snow packs in the East. With over 300 inches of annual snowfall, on top of a base created from extensive and improved snowmaking systems, the soft snow surface of spring lasts well into the month of April. That's why Stowe's Spring Summit Celebration cannot be contained to just one weekend, or even two. Its four weekends of fun, sun and snow...

EAST BURKE, Vermont ??” The 2005/06 season marked Burke Mountain's 50th year of operation, and the ski area is busy preparing a celebration worthy of such an anniversary. The mountain will host a special 50th Anniversary dinner on Monday, March 27th, in the new Tamarack Grill restaurant, which opened this year in the Sherburne Base Lodge.

The Tamarack Grill's executive chef, Steve Grimes, has prepared an elegant menu for an evening expec...

HENNIKER, New Hampshire ??” Pats Peak, New Hampshire's premier snowsports destination, announces its annual Pond Skim Contest on Saturday, March 25, 2006 starting at 1pm. There will also be a Live Band "Undercover Treasure Chest Parade" and a Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer Garden. This is a great event for participants and spectators. Participants ski or snowboard across a man-made pond or take the icy plunge on their skis or snowboard ??“ it's a great w...

VERNON, New Jersey ??” The calendar may say that spring has arrived, but Mountain Creek is not ready to say goodbye to winter just yet. Mountain Creek has once again fired up the snowguns and is putting down fresh powder to extend the season through at least the coming weekend of March 25-26, 2006.

Lift tickets are just $25 and at least a dozen trails and one lift on the resort's Vernon Peak will be open from 9am ??“ 4pm on Saturday ...

BARTLETT, New Hampshire ??” It's one of the biggest and longest-running Mount Washington Valley ski traditions, where racers compete in hopes of taking home great prizes and, more importantly, bragging rights. Held at Attitash in Bartlett, New Hampshire as the kick off to this year's Bud Light Spring Mania, the highly competitive Red Parka Pub Challenge Cup marked its 33rd year and raised over three thousand dollars benefiting the Eastern Slope Ski Cl...