From the Vault: 1980 Old Time Weather Report
Snow? No snow? We dug through the Ski Vermont archives and found a 1980 press release that forecasts winter using skunks, bears, beavers, and woolly bears.
Snow? No snow? We dug through the Ski Vermont archives and found a 1980 press release that forecasts winter using skunks, bears, beavers, and woolly bears.
Vermont is home to the most craft breweries per-capita, by state in the nation. Vermont ski areas are hosting tons of brew fests to showcase what this brave little state has to offer. With so many events spread out across the Green Mountains, there's no way you'll miss out! Check out the list below and get your brewfest tickets today!
Many resorts spin their lifts throughout the summer into fall, offering visitors a unique, bird’s-eye view of the Vermont landscape. Whether you’re soaking in the green or Vermont’s legendary fall foliage, it’s an unforgettable way to experience the beauty of Vermont. All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change — check each resort's website before visiting.
More snow, made faster and more efficiently, in a wider temperature range. The (500) new HKD guns (700+ new and re-nozzled in total) increase Okemo’s ability to make snow by a 10-degree window, raising the minimum snowmaking temp to 28 degrees where new guns are installed. Add in new efficient water pumps, a comprehensive monitoring system and two massive electric air compressors, and you’re looking at a streamlined operation for the coming season.
Ski Vermont congratulates Josh Storino and the Mount Snow lift maintenance team of West Dover, VT on winning the 2026 Rise Up Challenge. Presented by Leitner-Poma of America (LPOA) and Ski Area Management Magazine, the national competition supports the education and recognition of the ski industry’s next generation of lift-maintenance professionals through video submissions. It also celebrates the effort and knowledge it takes to keep a ski area’s uphill transportation infrastructure running.
Vermont Business Magazine recently recognized Bolton Valley’s CEO and Board Chair Lindsay DesLauriers, Killington’s President and CEO Mike Solimano and Jay Peak’s President and CEO Steve Wright as three of Vermont’s ninety-one most influential business leaders of 2026.
Bolton Valley Resort is proud to announce the next evolution of its executive leadership team, as the resort prepares for its next chapter. Guided by the community-focused values Ralph DesLauriers established when he built the resort nearly 60 years ago, this leadership transition positions family-owned Bolton Valley for growth while preserving its independent spirit.
Have summer fun at your winter ski destination when you take on the excitement of Vermont's adventure parks. When the weather warms, Vermont ski areas launch into summer fun with hiking, swimming, mountain coasters, mountain biking and much more.
Jay Peak hosted Ski Vermont’s 2026 Annual Meeting last week (and some play). Our annual meeting is a chance to bring together all Vermont’s ski areas to discuss the season’s challenges and successes, find ways to improve, and foster the outdoor community that makes Vermont Vermont.
Smugglers’ Notch Resort announced today the appointment of Brandon Swartz as its new General Manager, welcoming the seasoned ski industry leader whose lifelong connection to Vermont helped shape both his career and passion for mountain communities.
Discover Vermont's top Fourth of July events, from mountain fireworks to small-town parades. Plan your holiday weekend with this roundup of festive celebrations.
JAY, Vt. (June 4, 2026) – Ski Vermont capped the 2025-26 ski season at its 57th Annual Meeting at Jay Peak Resort today, highlighting a winter of favorable weather, strong visitation, and continued improvements at Vermont ski areas. Partners, supporters, and friends of the industry joined Ski Vermont’s alpine and cross-country members to reflect on a successful season. Vermont’s ski industry performed well, with alpine ski areas reporting a total of 4.36M skier visits for the 2025–26 season, an increase of 4.7% over the previous year and an 11% increase over the 10-year average. This also marks the best visitation since the 2014-15 season. These totals put Vermont 1.5% ahead of the Northeast region’s 3.2% growth, and 13.8% ahead of the national average, which fell by 9.1%.
Bolton Valley has announced the promotion of Nick Lemire to General Manager, marking the next chapter in a decade-long career at the independently owned Vermont resort.
Golf and Disc Golf operations are in full swing at ski areas across Vermont. The Green Mountains have plenty of greens to putt around on all summer long. Find some of Vermont's premier courses with the guide.
Vermont is home to some of the best mountain biking and lift served mountain biking in the Northeast. Over the last few years, Vermont ski areas have been seriously ramping up their mountain biking operations. New additions to parks, new trails, and new features are popping up across the state. Check out the info below for all things MTB.
Summer is here and camps abound! Wherever you are in the state (visitor or Vermonter) you're not far from one of Vermont's many ski areas offering loads of summer programs for kids of all ages and interests. See what's happening across the state.
Tourism Economy Day Brings Industry Leaders to the State House to Advocate for Key Policy Priorities
Are you an expert? No? Same here—so come take a ride with the Ski Vermont Crew.
Press Release: Vermont Governor’s Council To Fund Summer Outdoor Sports Activities for Underserved Youth
Each season Ski Vermont coordinates with a member ski area to host Winter Media Day. The annual event invites members of the media, partners, and other ski areas to experience a single resort and learn about amenities, updates, and the area’s plans for the future—and there was no shortage of news at Burke Mountain Resort.
Discover the best spring events at Vermont ski resorts! From pond skims and spring concerts to maple festivals and Easter sunrise services, celebrate the end of ski season in style.
From sunrise services to egg-hiding bunnies, find out what's going on at Vermont ski areas Easter weekend,
Skiing isn't just for snow! Join the party at ski areas across Vermont for legendary pond skims and costume parties to celebrate spring!
This past weekend Ski Vermont traveled to Mt. Ellen at Sugarbush to attend the High Fives Foundation’s annual Shred-A-Thon. Raising over $500,000, the event featured a roster of High Five’s athletes and partners competing for most laps, best costume, and more.
Workforce development continues to be a focus of Ski Vermont, particularly in the winter recreation and snowsports industry. Ski Vermont is pleased to announce that UVM is launching its Snowsports & Outdoor Adventures Recreation Certificate (SOAR), a 15-week certification as part of its Professional and Continuing Education program.
Whether you’re beating the city traffic or looking to get an extra day of turns in, everyone likes to be first on the slopes. For those who are lucky (/unlucky) enough to spend their days in online meetings, a world of first tracks awaits you just outside your new office—the resort base lodge.
The United States hauled in 33 medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics, its most ever at a Games outside North America. If you think that’s impressive, consider that more than 20 percent of those went to athletes who grew up or trained in Vermont, a state with fewer residents than many mid-sized cities. How? Peggy Shin explains that part of Vermont's success is based on the old-fashioned concepts of family and community, and a culture that treats winter not as an inconvenience but as infrastructure.
This week members of the Vermont state legislature and Ski Vermont staff enjoyed conversation and snowy evening turns at Bolton valley resort.
Very cold days require special consideration. Before leaving for the slopes in severe cold, make sure your prepared for the elements.
The Mamas attended a Rossignol demo day at Pico Mountain and shared feedback on skis and snowboards for beginners to experts
Middlebury Snowbowl invited skiers and riders to make Valentine's Day cards for their favorite lift operator(s) today to show their appreciation and win prizes.
Over 115 outdoor recreation advocates gathered in Montpelier on February 5 for the 3rd annual Outdoor Recreation Day, which highlights the economic, cultural, and environmental value outdoor recreation brings Vermont. Hosted VOREC, Ski Vermont, VOBA, VTGC, and VMBA, the day included addresses by Governor Phil Scott, Lt. Gov. John Rodgers, Treasurer Mike Peciek, and included testimony to the House Environment Committee and strategic breakout sessions to participants.
Follow a family's Indy Pass adventure in Vermont, visiting Burke Mountain, Jay Peak, and Bolton Valley on a holiday break tour.
Find family time, throwback vibes, and simple pleasures at Vermont's historical Saskadena Six in Woodstock.
A family visit to Woodstock Inn, Vermont relaxes and entertains with yoga, cross countrskiing, a farm visit, swimming, great food, and more.
The Ski Vermont Specialty Food Day Tour visits member ski areas with local Vermont food and beverage vendors. This pop-up farmer’s market-style event showcases all the unique things that Vermont has to offer, right at the base of the mountains we love. Sample some of the finest sweets and treats from across the state - and go home with some too!
Very cold days require special consideration. Before leaving for the slopes in severe cold, make sure your prepared for the elements.
Speed, Space, and Self: Join the Community of Responsible Skiers and Riders
Vermont ski areas are always focused on safety in their day to day operations, but January National Ski Safety Awareness Month! Ski areas across Vermont are holding events, activities, and visits from the Snow Angel Foundation so we can all ski responsibly and #RideAnotherDay
Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest ski and snowboard destination in Eastern North America, was recognized on Friday with the 2025 Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness Award – Gold Level from the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Members of the Employee Experience team at Killington and Pico Mountain accepted the award today at the Vermont Safety and Health Council’s 29th Annual Expo at the Killington Grand Resort Hotel.
Rooted in Killington’s new era of independent ownership, Upward & Outward reflects a clear philosophy: we rise by lifting others. The commitment brings together existing efforts in sustainability, community giving, and employee support under one purpose-driven banner—ensuring every initiative we take moves our people, our partners, and our mountain forward.
Snowmaking has come a long way (even in the past few years), and Vermont’s snowmakers are on the leading edge of snowmaking technology with decades of experience and a constant desire to increased efficiency and make more with less.
Vermont ski areas are always looking for new ways to provide flake-filled fun for visitors. This season is no different with updates to lodging, lifts, and further expansion of snowmaking, new activities, and sustainability programs at areas across the state.
MONTPELIER, Vt. (June 5, 2025) – Ski Vermont’s 56th Annual Meeting at Sugarbush Resort celebrated a 1.1% increase in skier visits, totaling 4.16 million for the 2024–25 season—surpassing regional averages and reinforcing Vermont’s status as the top ski state in the East. Average snowfall reached 218 inches, with ski areas operating an average of 117 days. Cross-country skiing also surged, up 37% from last season with 322,353 visits, thanks to a consistently cold winter. Meeting highlights included panels on workforce development, outdoor recreation strategy, and mental health in the ski industry. The event recognized long-serving industry professionals with Career Achievement Awards and honored Kelly Pawlak with an Industry Achievement Award. Despite late-season weather setbacks and declining Canadian visitation, the industry remains strong, resilient, and committed to community investment and inclusive outdoor access.
After nearly a decade in receivership, Burke Mountain is turning the page with new ownership, major investments in snowmaking and infrastructure, and a bold vision to become a premier year-round destination in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom.
Vermont ski areas lead in sustainability with 750+ efficiency projects since 2000, saving over 1 billion kWh and reinforcing the state's legacy of environmental stewardship.
After launching her marketing career in New York City, this creative professional found her way to Vermont’s ski industry, landing her dream role at Bolton Valley Resort. Drawn by a unique job description and the resort’s proximity to Burlington, Michelle quickly embraced the lifestyle—falls and all. Today, she leads content creation efforts shaped by powder days and creative storytelling, with a passion for community, representation, and guest engagement.
In early March, Ski Vermont President Molly Mahar joined more than 80 national companies and organizations at Ceres LEAD on a Clean Economy 2025 in Washington, D.C., advocating for the continuation of clean energy and electric vehicle tax credits. Representing Vermont’s winter tourism economy, Mahar joined leaders from Vail, Alterra, Boyne, and other ski industry stakeholders to highlight how federal clean economy policies support business growth, climate resilience, and energy security.
There's so much happening in March, which is historically one of the snowiest months of ski season.
Vermont’s strong sense of community is at the heart of a statewide ski safety initiative led by the Snow Angel Foundation in partnership with Ski Vermont. For two seasons, Founder Chauncy Johnson has traveled to nearly every alpine ski area in the state, engaging with visitors, mountain staff, race teams, and students to promote collision awareness and responsible skiing.
Killington Resort President and CEO Mike Solimano has been honored with the 2024 U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy Trailblazer Award by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance. Recognized for his visionary leadership and transformative impact on Vermont’s outdoor recreation economy, Solimano has redefined Killington as a year-round, community-driven destination.
This winter, Vermont’s historic Brattleboro Ski Hill—one of the first to offer lift service in the state—celebrated a revitalizing partnership with Stratton Mountain Resort. In a nod to the hill’s community-driven mission and affordable pricing, Stratton provided two high-efficiency HKD snow guns to bolster early-season snow coverage. Thanks to this support and local dedication, Brattleboro Ski Hill opened for the season on December 31st, continuing its legacy of making skiing accessible to all.
Ski Vermont President Molly Mahar has been elected Chair of the Vermont Travel and Recreation Council, bringing ski industry expertise to a key role shaping statewide tourism and outdoor policy.
Vermont skiers and riders know that staying warm on the slopes is all about preparation, from layering properly and covering exposed skin to fueling up and staying hydrated. By dressing smartly, taking breaks, and keeping active, you can enjoy even the coldest days on the mountain with comfort and fun.
Experience Winter in its Original State by joining a party in the snow! Vermont ski areas celebrate when the Green Mountain go white, and invite visitors from all over to come join in the fun.
There's no better way to ring in 2025 than at your favorite ski area--but what if you have littles? Fear not! Ski areas across the state have great programming and events for younger skiers and riders who want to see fireworks but won't make it to the ball drop.
For Ski Vermont there's no better way to ring in 2025 than at your favorite ski area! Wherever you decide to flip the calendar there's a ski area nearby with a community waiting for you to join the celebration. See what's near you or explore a new area to watch the ball drop.
Skiing, coming soon to a ski area near you.
A good deal is exciting; a great day of skiing is even better. So when there’s a deal on a great day of skiing—that’s something that’ll make anyone slide downhill with a smile. Vermont’s ski areas understand the value of hard-earned bucks and offer a multitude of special offers, packages and other incentives that help lower the price tag for those looking to build some priceless memories on the mountain.
Vermont’s alpine ski areas reported 4.1 million skier visits for 2023-24, down less than half a percentage point from the 2022-23 season. Visitation this season remains 4 percent above Vermont’s 10-year average and outpaces a 6.2 percent decrease in Northeast region visits (12.4 million) and a 6.6 percent decrease in national visits (60.4 million).
Save the date! Join members, partners, and industry professionals for VSAA's 58th Annual Meeting at Killington Resort, June 2-3, 2027.
While the few ski areas affected by the 2023 floods recovered quickly, many local family farms that suffered catastrophic damage are fighting for survival. Many farms endured the loss of essential equipment, livestock feed, and entire harvests that are required to fund the next season’s operations. Vermont ski areas are asking you to join us in supporting the local family farms that make Vermont the special place it is. Please join us in supporting our neighbors.
Fifth graders can access more than 90 days of skiing and riding at participating alpine and cross-country ski areas for a $30 administration fee.
Calvin and his father Peter returned from a day of skiing with reason to celebrate; they'd completed a 2-year project to visit all Vermont's alpine ski areas - with help from the Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passport Program.
While recent storms have left damage from flooding in some Vermont communities, many destinations around the state, including most ski resorts, were not seriously affected and are open and welcoming guests.
Snowshoeing is an excellent way to get some outdoor physical and mental fitness in the winter - and it can be a great warm-up for skiers or snowboarders. At alpine ski areas snowshoeing can be a great activity for those joining family or friends who may want some variety.
Saskadena Six and the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk Abenaki Partnership
