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Stowe Mountain Rescue, VT, Assists Skier After Misreading Backcountry Map and Taking Wrong Line

Stowe Mountain Rescue responded this week to a backcountry incident involving a skier who followed a widely shared ski-line map of the Stowe area and ended up in dangerous terrain after taking the wrong chute, the rescue group said in a public statement. The incident, which did not result in serious injury, reiterated long-standing concerns from local rescuers about how […]
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The 23 North American Resorts That Have Already Received Over 100 Inches of Snowfall This Season

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The story of this year’s North American snowfall has been a dramatic tale of boom or bust. Areas like the powder highway in British Columbia are enjoying an early-season boom, with several resorts reporting higher-than-average snowfall. On the other hand, regions in the American Pacific Northwest have had a less-than-stellar start. But PNW skiers, do not fret: 3-6 feet of […]
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Stowe, VT, Ski & Ride School Marks 90 Years of Snowsports Tradition

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Stowe, VT – December 10, 2025 – This winter, Stowe Mountain Resort celebrates a remarkable milestone—90 years of shaping the future of skiing and riding through its iconic Ski & Ride School. Since 1935, Stowe has been a pioneer in snowsports education, inspiring generations to discover the thrill of winter in Vermont’s legendary Green Mountains. From its humble beginnings with a […]
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Okemo, Mount Snow, and Stowe, VT, Upgrade Their Snowmaking Systems to Improve Efficiency

This summer and fall, in partnership with Efficiency Vermont, Okemo, Mount Snow, and Stowe completed significant snowmaking upgrades to improve the efficiency of their snow guns. These upgrades mean more snow, faster coverage, and a better start to the season, all while operating more sustainably. This directly supports their Commitment to Zero, Vail Resorts’ sustainability goal of achieving a zero […]
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50+ Trails Will be Open at Stowe, VT, on the First Day of the Season

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Stowe Mountain Resort is poised for one of its strongest season kickoffs in recent memory, announcing plans to open more than 50 trails when lifts start spinning Friday. The resort shared on social media on Wednesday that the open terrain will cover more than 20 miles and 225 acres, a substantial early-season offering for the iconic Vermont ski area. “Opening […]
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Stowe and Okemo Resorts to Open With Record Early-Season Snowpack as Vermont Surges Ahead of the West

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While the western United States waits for winter to arrive, Vermont is stealing the spotlight. Stowe Mountain Resort announced it will open for the 2025-26 season on Friday, November 21, backed by what the resort is calling a record deep snowpack for this time of year—a rarity in November and a stark contrast to the lean early-season conditions out West. […]
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Top 9 Snowiest Resorts in the Eastern United States

While Western ski resorts may dominate the headlines, some of the snowiest slopes in the East are legendary in their own right, offering reliable powder and winter experiences that draw enthusiasts season after season. These high-snowfall resorts, nestled in states like Vermont, New York, and New Hampshire, deliver heavy snow totals despite the East Coast’s unpredictable weather. Here’s a look […]
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Vermont Resorts Stowe, Okemo, and Mount Snow Countdown to Winter as They Target November 22 Opening Day

The countdown is on, in less than a month, Vermont’s iconic ski resorts–Stowe Mountain Resort, Okemo Mountain, and Mount Snow–will kick off the 2025-26 ski season with Saturday, November 22 as the target opening day. Whether chasing powder, carving corduroy, or here for the après atmosphere, this triple opening marks the start of the ski season across the Green Mountains. […]
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Best Ski Towns in North America to Visit if You’re Not Skiing or Snowboarding

Ski towns across North America offer a large variety of activities off the slopes. From fine dining and nightlife to spas, festivals, and art galleries, and everything in between, both the U.S. and Canada’s ski towns offer a little something for everyone. Some towns, however, pull well above their weight in off-slope activities year-round. From coast to coast, the continent […]
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