If Killington is the big mountain with a cosmopolitan reputation that draws skiers and tourists, then Pico Mountain is the resort with a casual, local vibe. Linked since Killington acquired Pico in 1997, the two resorts make an unlikely, yet perfect, duo. Significantly smaller than Killington, with 468 skiable acres, 57 trails over 19 miles and […]
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The Beast and The Best: Learn to Ski, Build Your Skills and Enjoy Killington, Vermont’s Biggest Resort
Welcome to Killington, the Beast of the East. When you call yourself a “beast” there are certain standards that you have to meet. First, you need to be big. Check that. Killington is the big mountain in Vermont (a small state with an astounding amount of skiing – I count 19 alpine resorts and even […]
Family Skiing at Mad River Glen, Vermont
Mention Mad River Glen, Vermont and someone is sure to respond with “Ski It If You Can,” the area’s famous motto. Known for having the most difficult skiing terrain in the East, Mad River Glen embraces this reputation with gusto. The Triple Crown For the past 15 years a three-part competition, known as the Triple […]
Why I Love Skiing at Okemo, Vermont
A Brave Ski Mom interview with Wendy Clinch, Founder of TheSkiDiva.com and Author of The Ski Diva Mysteries. Do you have a favorite ski resort? One of the great things about living in Vermont is its small size. Nothing is very far from anything else. There’s a long list of ski resorts within two hours […]
Why My Family Loves Skiing at Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont
A Brave Ski Mom Interview with Valerie, a Brave Ski Mom from Western Massachusetts If you could only ski at one resort this season with your family, which resort would you choose? Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont! Why is Smugglers’ Notch your favorite? Smugglers’ Notch is a great resort for families and it is often voted the […]