Get your boards waxed and tuned up, Stowe Mountain Resort is scheduled to open for the 2011-2012 season on November 23rd!
This is an exciting season as the new quad lift will be in full effect!
Let’s hit the slopes!
Get pumped for the new season! Check out Powder’s Hard Goods Buyer’s Guide and start adding to your holiday wish list!
2012 Hard Goods Buyer’s Guide – Skier’s Choice, Skis, Boots, Bindings, Ski Gear | Powder Magazine.
According to recent Twitter activity from @StoweMtResort the Mountain will open the 2011/2012 season with a brand new quad. The new quad will take the place of the old Forerunner lift. This is exciting news for any skier or rider who has been stuck on the Forerunner for an indeterminate amount of time over the last two seasons.
While many are skeptical that Stowe will reach it’s goal of opening day for the new ski season, a mere 72 days away, we have faith.
Let it snow! Okay well maybe not for another month and a half …
Follow us on Twitter for updates on Stowe Happenings! You’ll find us @SMREGroup
Vermont Life Magazine
{First We’d Like to Say}
California has more sand. Texas has bigger hair. New York has more Knickerbockers.
But when it comes to certain other things, Vermont is No. 1 in our book.
Researched and written by Kathryn Flagg
Illustrated by Willa Koerner
| Arts & Letters
★ Vermont has more writers and authors per capita than any other state. ★ Vermont also has the most libraries per capita in the country, even though it is one of only eight states that do not supply funding directly to the libraries. Colleges ★ More colleges per capita than any other state. Sacrifice ★ More Vermonters died in the Iraq War per capita than any other state. ★ During the Civil War, Vermont contributed more per capita from its treasury and from its population of young men to the conflict than any other state in the Union. Service ★ Most Peace Corps volunteers per capita. Farmers Markets & Local Foods ★ We’re leading the United States in the number of farmers markets per capita. ★ Vermont also has the most CSAs, the most certified organic farmers, the greatest amount of certified organic farmland and the greatest number of local dollars spent buying local foods. That’s per capita for the country. Cow Power ★ Vermont has the highest number of farm digesters, which turn cow manure into energy, per capita. Breweries ★ Vermont has more breweries per capita than any other state in the country — one brewery for about every 30,000 people. Artisan Cheese ★ Greatest number of artisan cheesemakers per capita. Dairies ★ Vermonters lead the nation in per capita production of dairy products. Oatmeal ★ According to Wikipedia, Vermont leads the United States in per capita consumption of cooked oatmeal cereal. Tennis, Anyone? ★ Vermont has the most tennis courts per capita of any state in the country. Health ★ In 2009, the United Health Foundation ranked Vermont the “healthiest state in the country.” Vermont ranked first this year for a combination of reasons, including low rate of obesity, high number of doctors and low rate of child poverty. ★ According to a 2002 study by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that compared the states, Vermont had the highest percentage — 60 percent — of residents engaged in some form of wildlife watching. |
Preservation
★ No. 1 per capita in the use of federal historic tax credits for rehabilitating old buildings. Patents ★ No. 1 per capita. Green ★ Vermont ranked No. 1 in the inaugural survey by Forbes magazine of “America’s Greenest States.” Public Safety ★ Vermont has the fewest state and local sworn police per capita, with 15.5 per 10,000 residents. However, the state is ranked the third safest in the country based on the number of violent crimes per capita. Moonlighting ★ Highest percentage of population who work more than one job (9.4 percent) among all New England states, and well above the national average of 5.2 percent. Maple ★ Vermont has the highest percentage of sugar maple trees of any state in the nation and is the largest producer of maple syrup in the country. Home Value ★ The foreclosure crisis continues to batter much of the United States. But in the third quarter of 2010, Vermont’s largest city, Burlington, led all metro areas nationwide in percentage increase in the median price for the sale of existing homes — 17.6 percent. Rural Rides ★ Highest percentage of unpaved roads in the nation.  WE JUST MISSED Close only counts in horseshoes and the Olympics, but here are some categories where Vermont finished near the top. 2nd ★ High school graduation rate. ★ Hunters per capita, behind Alaska. ★ Golf courses per capita, behind Florida. 3rd ★ Skier and snowboarder visits, behind Colorado and California. ★ Per capita exports to the rest of the nation, behind Washington and Texas. ★ The well-being of children, based on 10 health indicators such as infant mortality and teen birth rate. 4th ★ “Best-run” state, according to business website www.247wallst.com, blending a range of factors, including percentage of people with health insurance, state debt levels and violent crime rates. 5th ★ Vermont was No. 5 globally (and No. 1 in the United States) in “destination stewardship,” a National Geographic study that weighed such factors as environmental quality, social and cultural integrity, historic preservation, aesthetic appeal, quality of tourism management and outlook for the future. |
Hi Everyone,
Well the past week has been one that has pushed the snow plow drivers to the brink, giving us 40 inches of new snow in one week. While many of us are starting to think about Spring and Summer, there’s still some good skiing left at Stowe.
The crowds are down and the deals are out, along with the sun and fun of spring skiing. If you’re looking to get a few more turns in this year, Stowe is the place to be. The soft corn snow along with sunglasses and lighter layers make for memorable final days on the mountain.
Take advantage of the end of the year lift ticket deals being offered by the Mountain:
St. Patrick’s Day
Good weather also means looking at houses and land is not only warmer, but easier to view. Leave the snowshoes in the car and take a stroll around the property with just your boots! Call us today to arrange a showing or to take some final runs of the year with Peggy or McKee.
Today Stowe’s Town Pool is offering a great deal, 66% off, on one of our commercial properties, Edson Hill Manor. Enjoy a weekend at Edson Hill Manor and call us about purchasing details.
Click here for the Town Pool Deal
One of Stowe’s most famous and historic inns, Edson Hill Manor, is the quintessential New England Inn. Located on 38 plus acres of pristine Vermont country side, this Manor has drawn celebrities and has been the back-drop for several movies. A known destination for weddings, romantic get-a-ways and summer and winter activities Edson Hill Manor is a true Vermont gem.
Edson Hill Manor Features:
Edson Hill Manor capitalizes on Stowe’s many tourist seasons. Like Stowe, Edson Hill Manor started as a winter destination offering miles of maintained cross country trails and sleigh rides. The Manor comes complete with an established touring center and horse barn. Both the touring center and barn come fully stocked with all the necessary equipment.
Edson Hill Manor isn’t just busy in the winter, drawing visitors year round. One area the Manor has expanded greatly is hosting an average 30 weddings a year. The ability to have family and guest stay at the Manor helps to generate such continued business. The Manor will be sold with all of the necessary wedding equipment, including a tent, tables and chairs with the ability to host up to 250 people.
Contact us today for more information at 802-793-3566 or 802-375-5009.
The Stowe Tour de Snow is a fund raiser being put on by a local group called the Friends of Rec Path Grooming (FRPG). For the first time ever the Stowe Rec (Bike) Path will be groomed so it can be enjoyed throughout the winter months. In order to gain exposure and raise funds to support the grooming, FRPG is putting on The Tour de Snow event. It will be held on Sunday, January 16th, 2011 and is designed to showcase the best of what Stowe has to offer winter visitors and locals alike.
This is a fantastic concept and I am some what surprised it has not been thought of sooner! The event starts at the top of the bike path; from there participants will ski, walk, snowshoe or run along the path and take advantage of fun-filled activities and stations, sponsored, organized, and staffed by local businesses. The event has mass appeal for individuals of all ages and families!
For more information about the Stowe Tour de Snow check their Facebook page here: Stowe Tour de Snow on Facebook. For a map of the bike path check out my previous post: Stowe VT Bike Path
Stowe is holding its annual Vermont Foodbank Day this Sunday, April 19th.
Go enjoy one of the last days on the hill this weekend. Bring two canned goods and you can get a $35 lift ticket voucher! A great day to ski and support a great cause!
Stowe Mountain is running a great ticket special for Vermont students who are now on spring break. The deal also extends to their families. A 3 day lift ticket for the price of $99! Even if you only go 2 days, you get your moneys worth.
Here are details: Adult or Child 3-Day Consecutive Lift Ticket for $99 (includes VT Sales Tax). Available Monday Feb. 23 through Friday Feb. 27, 2009. You must present a valid VT ID. This promotion cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion or discount.
For more information visit www.stowe.com or call 800.253.4SKI
