2020-2021 Season Recap at Stratton Mountain
A letter from Stratton Mountain’s President and COO, Bill Nupp: To Our Stratton and Ikon Community, The 20/21 winter season … Continue reading “2020-2021 Season Recap at Stratton Mountain” →
Women’s History Month: Sheros of Snowboarding
While so many talented athletes have made their mark on our sports, we want to highlight three for their storied careers … Continue reading “Women’s History Month: Sheros of Snowboarding” →
The ‘Red Bull Slide-In Tour’ slides through Stratton Mountain
Get in the RV! Back for 2021, Red Bull came through Vermont as part of the Red Bull Slide-In Tour. … Continue reading “The ‘Red Bull Slide-In Tour’ slides through Stratton Mountain” →
Knuckle Huckin’ with Zeb – A Zeb Powell Interview
Stratton Mountain: When did you start snowboarding? Zeb Powell: When I was seven. ST: You’ve been a staple on the … Continue reading “Knuckle Huckin’ with Zeb – A Zeb Powell Interview” →
Stratton Mountain Trivia – The 90s and Beyond
Into the new millennium with innovation and environmental leadership The 90s brought us Harry Potter, the world wide web, and … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain Trivia – The 90s and Beyond” →
Steffey Spotlight: Race Day in Adelboden, Switzerland
Wake up, Warm Up Race day at Adelboden! I wake up before my teammate, Bridger Gile, and try to slip … Continue reading “Steffey Spotlight: Race Day in Adelboden, Switzerland” →
Fresh Tracks: Sustainable Shredding
Snow is sacred. We as guardians of the mountains carry the responsibility of protecting and preserving the integrity of our … Continue reading “Fresh Tracks: Sustainable Shredding” →
Stratton Mountain Trivia – 1980 to 1989
And in the third decade … Back in Stratton History It was the ‘80s, an age of big hair and big … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain Trivia – 1980 to 1989” →
4 Tips for Ice Skating at the Mill House
Ah, winter. What a time of year up here at Stratton Mountain. Even when the lifts stop spinning for the … Continue reading “4 Tips for Ice Skating at the Mill House” →
Snow Tubing in Vermont – The Coca-Cola Tube Park
The weightless downhill slide. The smooth zip over fresh corduroy. The mountain air blowing in your face. The scenic Green … Continue reading “Snow Tubing in Vermont – The Coca-Cola Tube Park” →
Steffey Spotlight: Season Kickoff in Europe
The Steffey Spotlight is a season-long Stratton Blog feature, following the travels of US Ski Team member and Stratton Mountain … Continue reading “Steffey Spotlight: Season Kickoff in Europe” →
Happy Holidays
On this first day of winter, we send you best wishes from your mountain community for this holiday season and a … Continue reading “Happy Holidays” →
Stratton Mountain Trivia – 1960 to 1979
THE EARLY DECADES The story of Stratton Mountain is the story of a handful of people who pursued their shared vision for a complete year-round resort … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain Trivia – 1960 to 1979” →
20/21 Season Frequently Asked Questions
We surveyed followers on our social media channels to take in the most asked questions for the upcoming season. Below … Continue reading “20/21 Season Frequently Asked Questions” →
Snowmaking 2020: Phase One
Snowmaking has kicked off for the 2020/2021 winter season. The snow guns went on for the first night on Monday, … Continue reading “Snowmaking 2020: Phase One” →
Vermont Winter Getaway: 5 Reason For An Extended Stay in the Mountains
They say home is where you make it. During the current Work From Home movement, why not make “it” the … Continue reading “Vermont Winter Getaway: 5 Reason For An Extended Stay in the Mountains” →
Steffey Spotlight: Summer Camps & Training
Have you ever wondered how a U.S. Alpine Ski Team athlete stays busy over the summer months? Bring in, George … Continue reading “Steffey Spotlight: Summer Camps & Training” →
GoPro Hero 8 Giveaway
Capture the action and the memories this winter. Stratton is giving away a GoPro Hero 8 at our LDW Tent … Continue reading “GoPro Hero 8 Giveaway” →
Stratton Mountain Trivia: Mountain Biking
Since mountain biking is one of the few sports “Born in the U.S.A” it is fitting that the Stratton Bike Park opened for 2020 … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain Trivia: Mountain Biking” →
Stratton Mountain Trivia: Golf
Golf. It’s not just a Game Looking for a new way to burn more than 1,500 calories in a low-impact, … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain Trivia: Golf” →
Stratton Mountain Trivia: Hiking
That view from the summit of southern Vermont’s tallest peak is worth the hike, whether it starts in Georgia, along … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain Trivia: Hiking” →
The Golf Glossary
Why should you bring two pairs of pants when you go golfing? Incase you get a hole-in-one. Everything you need … Continue reading “The Golf Glossary” →
Trail Tips: How to make a DIY Mountain Bike Fender
If you are a mountain biker, you are also a natural-born tinkerer. No matter what the job, you enjoy working … Continue reading “Trail Tips: How to make a DIY Mountain Bike Fender” →
Stratton Mountain’s Virtual Pond Skim Challenge
Spring has sprung in the Green Mountains, meaning only one thing, it’s Pond Skim time! This year’s Pond Skim takes … Continue reading “Stratton Mountain’s Virtual Pond Skim Challenge” →
7 Zoom Backgrounds of Stratton Vermont
Are you missing the mountains? During these times we are all working from home and doing what we can to … Continue reading “7 Zoom Backgrounds of Stratton Vermont” →
How To Rent Snowboards in Vermont at Stratton
Why Rent? Looking for snowboard rentals in Vermont? Here at Stratton, we’ve got the latest skis, boards and boots from … Continue reading “How To Rent Snowboards in Vermont at Stratton” →
How To Rent Skis in Vermont at Stratton
Why Rent at Stratton? Looking for ski rentals in Vermont? Here at Stratton, we’ve got the latest skis, boards and … Continue reading “How To Rent Skis in Vermont at Stratton” →
Vermont Winter Vacation Checklist
A little bit of planning goes a long way when it comes to a ski vacation, so we asked the … Continue reading “Vermont Winter Vacation Checklist” →
Why Stratton is One of The Best Ski Resorts in Vermont
Whether you’re new to skiing and riding, or you’ve been coming to Stratton for years, you’ll find it’s a special … Continue reading “Why Stratton is One of The Best Ski Resorts in Vermont” →
Top 5 Ways to Ski, Ride, Stay and Save at Stratton Mountain
What’s better than a day on the slopes, soaking in the rays and a view that stretches clear up the … Continue reading “Top 5 Ways to Ski, Ride, Stay and Save at Stratton Mountain” →
Adult Winter Seasonal Programs at Stratton
Who says kids get to have all the fun? At Stratton, we believe guests of all ages deserve the opportunity … Continue reading “Adult Winter Seasonal Programs at Stratton” →
Holiday Week at Stratton
The snow is falling, the lights are up and Santa’s elves are hard at work. The holidays at Stratton are … Continue reading “Holiday Week at Stratton” →
First Time to the Mountain
You’ve decided to go for it. You’re headed to the mountain for your first day of skiing or snowboarding. For … Continue reading “First Time to the Mountain” →
Ikon Pass Mobile App is here!
You did it. You made it to winter. An entire summer of dodging the heat, finding swimming holes and dreaming … Continue reading “Ikon Pass Mobile App is here!” →
How to Make the Most Out of Opening Day
Spring’s showers are over, Summer’s heat is past us, vibrant leaves of Autumn have started to drop, and skiers & … Continue reading “How to Make the Most Out of Opening Day” →
A Vermont Destination Wedding
Snow melts, flowers bloom, atop the mountain, stand a bride, and a groomSurrounded by their best, this mountain is home … Continue reading “A Vermont Destination Wedding” →
Columbus Day 2019: Vermont This Weekend
Every Fall in Vermont consists of constant elements; the leaves are peaking, the nights are getting longer, the days are … Continue reading “Columbus Day 2019: Vermont This Weekend” →
Take it to the Top
Trying anything new is intimidating, but when you mix snow and speed, we understand you may be a bit more … Continue reading “Take it to the Top” →
The Reason for Rentals
In past years, renting skis was on par with skiing in jeans– if you wanted to look the part of … Continue reading “The Reason for Rentals” →
How to Have a Good Day in Bad Weather
There’s some days where we can’t compete with Mother Nature and in true New England fashion, we have to grin … Continue reading “How to Have a Good Day in Bad Weather” →
Get in the Groove for WinterWonderGrass
We’re officially ten days away from WinterWonderGrass’s East Coast debut, and we couldn’t be more excited here at Stratton. A … Continue reading “Get in the Groove for WinterWonderGrass” →
Christmas Shopping 101
With Christmas around the corner, Stratton Mountain’s VIllage has you covered when it comes to holiday shopping. Only steps away … Continue reading “Christmas Shopping 101” →
Opening Day Tips
Opening day is just around the corner here at Stratton Mountain. Snow guns are on, gear is tuned, and snowcats … Continue reading “Opening Day Tips” →
Gear Up for the 2018-19 Season
The 50 day mark is here. That’s right everyone, we’ll be on snow in 50 days. Between new terrain and … Continue reading “Gear Up for the 2018-19 Season” →
Workout for Winter
It may be fall, but snow is on it’s way. With opening day two months out, it’s time to start … Continue reading “Workout for Winter” →
4 IPAs to Try at Brew Fest
IPAs are basically the equivalent of pumpkin spice lattes when it comes to popularity, but that doesn’t mean we don’t … Continue reading “4 IPAs to Try at Brew Fest” →
Hiking trails you need to hit this month
September is officially hiking month here at Stratton. It’s the perfect time to explore all Vermont has to offer as … Continue reading “Hiking trails you need to hit this month” →
Four Ciders to try Before Summer Ends
Blues, Brews and BBQs is just around the corner and officially marks our transition from summer to fall over Labor … Continue reading “Four Ciders to try Before Summer Ends” →
Slopeside Remedies
For those looking to up their environmentalism and health through food, found food and foraging is an ancient and adventurous … Continue reading “Slopeside Remedies” →
Snow Bowl Update
It’s official: we’re 100 days away from opening day and work is well underway on the new Snow Bowl Lift. … Continue reading “Snow Bowl Update” →
Getting Down and Dirty – NorAMOCR Championships at Stratton
It has been a sweat and friend filled weekend here at Stratton . Since Friday, athletes from over 10 countries, … Continue reading “Getting Down and Dirty – NorAMOCR Championships at Stratton” →
Summer Hiking with Hubert
It’s 4:45 am on a Saturday in late July. Normally I would be sound asleep, but instead I’m standing … Continue reading “Summer Hiking with Hubert” →
Crystal Clear
Between downward dogs and countless chaturangas, I wandered into a tent of crystals. As a jack of all trades and … Continue reading “Crystal Clear” →
It’s More than a Yoga Festival- it’s an Experience
“Our motto is ‘Find Your True North’ which for us means… finding a way to live a healthy and inspired … Continue reading “It’s More than a Yoga Festival- it’s an Experience” →
Grizzly’s Hot Wing Challenge
Confidence. Determination. Ignorance. Those were the 3 key ingredients that set me up for one tough Thursday afternoon, as I … Continue reading “Grizzly’s Hot Wing Challenge” →
All in a Day’s – and Night’s – work
I got my first taste of the 24 Hours of Stratton as I walked into the base lodge at 8 … Continue reading “All in a Day’s – and Night’s – work” →
New Snow Bowl Lift, Mountain Bike Trails on the Way
Today’s news was met with a round of applause heard across the mountain. Capital projects totaling $10 million will enhance … Continue reading “New Snow Bowl Lift, Mountain Bike Trails on the Way” →
BMW Winter XDrive Experience with Ricky Buhr and Pro NASCAR driver James Bickford
Last Saturday morning I was walking through the village about to get my daily bacon, egg, and cheese on a … Continue reading “BMW Winter XDrive Experience with Ricky Buhr and Pro NASCAR driver James Bickford” →
Stratton’s New Snowcat Ride With Dinner
I was delighted to take part in one of Stratton’s newest culinary experiences, the Snowcat Dinner at Mid-Mountain Lodge. We … Continue reading “Stratton’s New Snowcat Ride With Dinner” →
A Day In The Life of a Stratton Snow Reporter
What’s going on Stratton Mountain! My name is Ricky Buhr and I am one of your Snow Reporters for this … Continue reading “A Day In The Life of a Stratton Snow Reporter” →
Good Eats On The Mountain
With Stratton’s diverse set of culinary offerings, families can spend weeks exploring the mountain and still find new, wholesome, and … Continue reading “Good Eats On The Mountain” →
Another Way to Wanderlust
As my seventh Wanderlust VT approached, I wondered. Could I experience a full festival without doing a single chaturanga? Yes. … Continue reading “Another Way to Wanderlust” →
Take a Hike! It’s Prime Time
Ever wonder how Benton McKaye got the idea to create a footpath from Georgia to Maine? Or what spurred James … Continue reading “Take a Hike! It’s Prime Time” →
Our Number One Asset
Stratton has joined Vermont outdoor and snow sports leaders in endorsing Protect Our Winters and encouraging Governor Phil Scott and the legislature to be … Continue reading “Our Number One Asset” →
5 Effortless Ways to Unplug this Fall
Start your digital detox with these activities, and unplugging will leave you rejuvenated to start the fall season.
Mind Your Method
It was 1991 when Jake Burton Carpenter presented Stratton with a trophy that recognized the mountain for opening the hearts … Continue reading “Mind Your Method” →
19 Father’s Day Gifts for Every Dad
Ready to find the perfect gift for dad? Here’s our 19 picks every dad is sure to love.
Announcing Stratton’s 2017 Summer Concert Lineup
Stratton’s summer-long series of outdoor concerts returns for another season, featuring internationally recognized musicians Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Three Dog Night, Greensky Bluegrass, Rusted Root and Keller Williams’ Grateful Grass on select weekends July-October.
The Vermont Open and the Path to the Top
An inside look at the event’s birth and looking back on the event’s deep roots in the history and progression of snowboarding.
Expert Tips on How To Navigate the Brewfest
Since it’s Vermont Beer Week, we called on our local expert to give us some tips on beerfests in general , and specifically what you will find during Stratton’s Columbus Day Weekend event.
5 SoVT Scenic Swimming Holes You Have to See This Summer
Luckily, when the weather’s too hot to earn the scenic views via hike, there’s swimming holes waiting for you to kick-back, relax and enjoy the view.
GoPro/Stratton Mountain April Not-A-Fool GoPro Giveaway 2021 – Official Rules
The Stratton Corporation GoPro/Stratton Mountain April Not-A-Fool GoPro Giveaway 2021 Official Rules NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN … Continue reading “GoPro/Stratton Mountain April Not-A-Fool GoPro Giveaway 2021 – Official Rules” →