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SMUGGLERS' NOTCH RESORT, Vermont ??” Safety is always top of mind when Smugglers' adopts new ways for families to enjoy winter. Two new programs this season are Airboarding and Winter Walking, and both have safety components woven into the way they are presented and how guests are guided to enjoy them.

The newest snow toy, an Airboard, is featured for guests to ride at Morse Highlands on weekdays from 2:00 ??“ 4:00 p.m. More thrillin...

LUDLOW, Vermont ??” At Okemo, safety is one of the resort's core values. Promoting safety awareness among staff and visiting guests creates a healthy environment in which to work and play. Okemo is pleased to be a part of the National Ski Areas Association's (NSAA) National Safety Awareness Week, January 14-20, 2006.

Now in its eighth year, National Safety Awareness Week was created to communicate and reinforce a proactive and strong safe...

MOUNT SNOW, Vermont ??” When it comes to guest service, Mount Snow's all-volunteer Ambassador and Mountain Safety Patrol programs deliver.

The Mount Snow Ambassador Program enjoys a well-earned reputation for delivering outstanding service both to guests as well as fellow staff members. The quality and commitment of the people in this program plays a crucial role in the delivery of guest service at Mount Snow.

The Ambassador ...

KILLINGTON, Vermont ??” The Responsibility Code is the cornerstone of Killington's safety program for guest safety awareness. The Responsibility Code features seven short messages that promote skier safety. These messages will be visible on cafeteria trays, napkins dispensers, coasters, jackets worn by key staff members and ambassadors, and selected lift towers around the mountain. The Responsibility Code will also be printed on goggle wipes, which wi...

JAY, Vermont ??” Jay Peak Resort offers skiers and riders an extremely liberal in-boundary skiing policy in comparison to other mountains. But to ensure safety and fun for those who venture into their glade system, they've developed helpful glade tips and guidelines. Consider it advice from the locals.

General Safety
These simple guidelines for glades skiing are designed for safety but that won't hamper any fun. The...

BROMLEY MOUNTAIN, Vermont ??” Many large groups like the Connecticut Ski Council visit Bromley Mountain during the season and Bromley's hints for new group leaders helps everyone stay safe.

Below are several helpful hints for ski club and group leaders just starting out. If you need additional information, feel free to contact Bromley Mountain at 802-824-5522 ext. 215 or [email]groups@bromley.com[/email].

• It is helpful for chapero...

BOLTON VALLEY, Vermont ??” Bolton Valley Resort prides itself on providing a safe environment for skiers and riders. To help promote safe habits on the slopes and beyond, Bolton Valley Resort will be participating in National Safety Awareness Week, January 14-20.

Bolton Valley staff members will be rewarding guests who are practicing safety on the slopes with a free slice of pizza from Bolton Valley's new Fireside Flatbread Pizzeria.

LUDLOW, Vermont ??” Salomon Oasis, the ultimate hook-up, will make the third stop of its North American tour at Okemo Mountain Resort Dec. 17 and 18. The Salomon Oasis tour will offer a weekend full of free equipment demos, tons of giveaways and a terrain park jam session in one of Okemo's five popular parks.

"You wouldn't buy a car without taking it for a test-drive," explains Salomon Marketing Director Bo Johnson. "Why buy a pair of ski...

HIGHMOUNT, New York ??” Belleayre Mountain has announced a free ski bus from Kingston Plaza to Belleayre Mountain on Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT). To take advantage of this opportunity, just let the bus driver know when you board that you want to ski Belleayre, and they'll drop you off and pick you up right outside the Discovery Lodge. The ski bus leaves from the Hannaford's in the Kingston Plaza at 8:45 am on Saturdays, and travels along Route 2...

NEWRY, Maine ??” Kicking off the new year on a musical note, The Wailers are coming to Sunday River's White Cap Lodge on Thursday, Jan. 5 as part of the resort's college week festivities, which also includes a battle of the college bands and the SCS Slednecks snowmobile demo presented by Red Bull.

"If you like reggae or just like to dance, The Wailers are a don't miss show," said Ryan Moltenbrey, Sunday River college sales representative....