Mind Your Method
It was 1991 when Jake Burton Carpenter presented Stratton with a trophy that recognized the mountain for opening the hearts and minds of the world to a sport that knows no bounds. Eight years earlier, Stratton had become the first major resort to welcome snowboarding. Today, Stratton once again has the opportunity…
The Inside Scoop: Stratton Snowmaking
We caught up with Craig Panarisi, Vice President of Mountain Operations, to get the inside scoop on snowmaking.
Would You Do This For 24 Hours!?
By Courtney DiFiore March, as always, is packed with events at Stratton. Spring skiing and fun events go together like peanut butter and jelly – a classic combination. Last weekend, the Vermont Open rocked the resort with amazing riders of all levels. This time around, it’s anyone’s game as we kick off…
Go Snurfing at the Vermont Open
The 3rd Annual Snurfer Challenge Celebrates
50 Years of the Snurfer at the Vermont Open
Taylor Gold Interview Via Hottub!
Did you see Charlie, one of our intrepid Snow Reporters, interviewing Taylor Gold? NO!? Well, take a look…
Fit & Fun Winter Dates
By Courtney DiFiore Claim First Tracks It’s time for you and the sweetheart to earn those turns. Grab batteries for the head lamp and take to the hill early morning. Skin or hike up, share a private sunrise, then enjoy first tracks. Talk about a unique, shared experience to remember forever. Hit…
Snow Reporter’s Wish List
By Charlie Reetz When you get to my age, which is 26 years young, you might be asking Santa for more money under the tree. It’s the first thing that comes to mind after paying bills, rent and maybe a few nights out on the town. However that doesn’t stop me from…
Why We Love 24Hours
By Courtney DiFiore Raises money for a great cause – The Stratton Foundation to help under privileged kids in the surrounding region. It’s fun! It’s an event for the whole family. It includes night skiing and riding (which is totally awesome). The Patriot Cheerleaders come and keep the competitors going with their…
SMS alumnus Alex Deibold wins bronze!
By Meredith Morin Sochi, Russia –Stratton Mountain School alumnus Alex Deibold (SMS ’04), Manchester, Vt., won bronze in the men’s snowboardcross (SBX) event at the Sochi Winter Olympics on Feb. 18. The SBX was postponed from Feb. 17, due to extreme fog. Alex finished third in his 1/8 final heat to move…
Two Sport Sunday
By Erin Morley I started skiing in fourth grade when my mom signed me up for night skiing at our local mountain. Nobody in my immediate family skis, but my best friend skied and my mom thought I might like it. I did! I would say the only negative thing about my…