Vermont’s 2014-15 ski and snowboard season is looking to be a classic as the early forecast calls for a snowy and cool New England winter. In addition to all the money each resort is putting into their individual projects Vermont ski resorts will also be adding to Mother Nature's totals with a huge statewide snowmaking upgrade that will not only make the slopes more enjoyable to ride, but will extend the season, decrease emissions and allow for quick turnaround if Mother Nature gets fickle.
The snowmaking upgrade will expand the efficiency, quality and coverage of their already superior snowmaking systems for the 2014-15 season as part of a nearly $15 million upgrade in partnership with Efficiency Vermont. Efficiency Vermont's Great Snow Gun Roundup supports the purchase of approximately 2300 new low energy snow guns for the upcoming season, and in return the resorts will donate 1800 older model snow guns to scrap.More »
Snowmaking upgrades at Mount Snow continue with the installation of Smart Snow - a state-of-the-art snowmaking control system. This is the same system used for the snowmaking operation at the Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Thousands more feet of snowmaking pipe have been replaced and a number of trails have been electrified so high output fan guns can be operated on them.More »
Mad River Glen’s goal is to maintain and preserve the experience rather than overhaul or upgrade it.
The ability of Mad River Glen to consistently reinvest in the mountain’s infrastructure is a testament to the success of the Cooperative.
Both the skier-owners and the management understand that skiers come to Mad River for the unique combination of legendary terrain, sense of community, low skier density and intimate atmosphere. In 17 years of co-op ownership, Mad River Glen has invested nearly $5 million in capital improvements.More »
Up at Smugglers Notch the addition of 156 new high efficiency tower guns and one additional fan gun signals the completion of Smuggs’ conversion to a fleet comprised fully of high efficiency snowguns.
This will be Smugglers’ third consecutive winter of snowmaking improvements. 250 new guns were incorporated into the fleet over the previous two winter seasons. The high efficiency guns yield faster terrain coverage and quick refreshing of trails for the best possible onslope experience.More »
Stowe Mountain Resort’s state-of-the-art snowmaking operations have been supplemented by a three-year $9.8 million dollar snowmaking expansion, that completes prior to this coming ’14-’15 ski and ride season. Totals for the 3 year project include; over 100,000 feet of new snowmaking pipe, almost 20 miles worth, 615 HKD SV10 tower guns, 150 Ratnik Baby X-2 land frames, 20 SMI Super PoleCat snow towers and 8 HKD Turbo snow towers.
In addition to supplementing its already superlative snowmaking, the improvements allow Stowe to operate with greater energy efficiency. The new snowmaking increases potential for more early-season terrain, enhances overall snow quality and allows mountain operations to resurface the mountain quickly.More »
What does $7 million buy? How about 58 new gondola cabins, 350 more energy efficient HKD snowguns, two new snowcats, new glades, buses and bullwheels, rental gear… and more in year two of Stratton Mountain Resort's total $21 million investment in the overall resort experience.
With a trip of just eight minutes, the Stratton gondola carries 2,400 people per hour and runs 7,590 feet from base to the summit of southern Vermont’s highest peak. The latest HKD purchase brings Stratton’s tower snowgun fleet to over 1,000 and completely eliminates the use of diesel.More »
Jay Peak will attempt to do something that hasn’t been tried at the resort in at least a decade—give its employees a chance to breath.
That's right, after building a Nordic Center, ice arena, three hotels, hundreds of condos, a 60,000-square foot waterpark, and most recently opening a 1,500-person amphitheater, employees will revel in the return of their standard 60-hour work week. They get the chance to see how much their kids have grown, and maybe even get to take a run or four through the 370-inches of snow that buries the place every winter.More »
Killington’s highly anticipated Peak Lodge facility opened its doors at the 4,100 foot level of Killington Peak in December 2013, replacing the original structure from the late 1960’s. The new 15,000 square foot facility includes seating for 300 guests, a food venue featuring a selection of fresh local fare, a full bar, and lounge areas with couches and coffee tables.
The versatile venue is available for weddings, meetings and conferences year-round and will support the K-1 Express Gondola, hiking and mountain biking each summer and fall. Like the K-1 Express Gondola, the Peak Lodge sources its electricity via Green Mountain Power’s innovative Cow Power program.
Additionally, Killington continues to invest in essential infrastructure projects ahead of the 2014-15 winter season, including over $1 million in lift and lift improvements, $2 million worth of new energy efficient snow guns and continual trail and glade maintenance.More »
Young skiers and riders can live the dream this season with the new Ski Bum Pass at Bolton Valley. Starting at just $129 if purchased before October 31st, this pass is for anyone between the ages of 18-25. ($129 price is for the Value Pass with Sunday – Friday access. Get an unlimited All Access Pass for just $159).
Every Friday night will be a Late Night at Bolton Valley this season. Lifts will spin until 10pm, tickets will be just $20 starting at 7pm. Ski till your legs give out then kick back in the James Moore Tavern with live music and food and drink specials.More »
Bromley’s snowmaking system will be completely and efficiently up to date for the Winter 2014/15 season. Mountain Operations is taking full advantage of Efficiency Vermont’s Great Ground Gun Round Up, and trading in all the old air-hogs for new efficient tower guns.
The snowmaking team is also working with HKD to develop portable ground guns on tri-pods to cover some of the tricky terrain that made those old inefficient ground guns necessary. Add that to one of the most sophisticated energy monitoring systems in the state, and Bromley has a recipe for super snow.
Beginners to the sport are invited to join the Bromley Ski & Snowboard School for free on three dates this winter - December 21, 2014, January 19 or March 15, 2015. Participants will receive a Learning Zone lift ticket, specially designed beginner rental equipment for the day, and access to instruction in the Learning Zone from 10:30am until noon.
Also new is the Super Duper Ski Package which includes: 6 all-day Kidsrule Mountain Camp lessons, a free pair of Elan Starr skis with Quick Trick bindings, a coupon for discounts on boots, poles and accessories at the Bromley Shop by Potter Brothers, plus a Bromley Full Season Pass. This package is $599 for kids ages 5-14 and has limited inventory, on sale August 1.More »
Vermont's Statewide Snowmaking Upgrades
The snowmaking upgrade will expand the efficiency, quality and coverage of their already superior snowmaking systems for the 2014-15 season as part of a nearly $15 million upgrade in partnership with Efficiency Vermont. Efficiency Vermont's Great Snow Gun Roundup supports the purchase of approximately 2300 new low energy snow guns for the upcoming season, and in return the resorts will donate 1800 older model snow guns to scrap.More »
Mount Snow Resort
Snowmaking upgrades at Mount Snow continue with the installation of Smart Snow - a state-of-the-art snowmaking control system. This is the same system used for the snowmaking operation at the Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Thousands more feet of snowmaking pipe have been replaced and a number of trails have been electrified so high output fan guns can be operated on them.More »
Mad River Glen
Mad River Glen’s goal is to maintain and preserve the experience rather than overhaul or upgrade it.
The ability of Mad River Glen to consistently reinvest in the mountain’s infrastructure is a testament to the success of the Cooperative.
Both the skier-owners and the management understand that skiers come to Mad River for the unique combination of legendary terrain, sense of community, low skier density and intimate atmosphere. In 17 years of co-op ownership, Mad River Glen has invested nearly $5 million in capital improvements.More »
Smugglers’ Notch Resort
Up at Smugglers Notch the addition of 156 new high efficiency tower guns and one additional fan gun signals the completion of Smuggs’ conversion to a fleet comprised fully of high efficiency snowguns.
This will be Smugglers’ third consecutive winter of snowmaking improvements. 250 new guns were incorporated into the fleet over the previous two winter seasons. The high efficiency guns yield faster terrain coverage and quick refreshing of trails for the best possible onslope experience.More »
Stowe Mountain Resort
Stowe Mountain Resort’s state-of-the-art snowmaking operations have been supplemented by a three-year $9.8 million dollar snowmaking expansion, that completes prior to this coming ’14-’15 ski and ride season. Totals for the 3 year project include; over 100,000 feet of new snowmaking pipe, almost 20 miles worth, 615 HKD SV10 tower guns, 150 Ratnik Baby X-2 land frames, 20 SMI Super PoleCat snow towers and 8 HKD Turbo snow towers.
In addition to supplementing its already superlative snowmaking, the improvements allow Stowe to operate with greater energy efficiency. The new snowmaking increases potential for more early-season terrain, enhances overall snow quality and allows mountain operations to resurface the mountain quickly.More »
Stratton Mountain Resort
What does $7 million buy? How about 58 new gondola cabins, 350 more energy efficient HKD snowguns, two new snowcats, new glades, buses and bullwheels, rental gear… and more in year two of Stratton Mountain Resort's total $21 million investment in the overall resort experience.
With a trip of just eight minutes, the Stratton gondola carries 2,400 people per hour and runs 7,590 feet from base to the summit of southern Vermont’s highest peak. The latest HKD purchase brings Stratton’s tower snowgun fleet to over 1,000 and completely eliminates the use of diesel.More »
Jay Peak Resort
Jay Peak will attempt to do something that hasn’t been tried at the resort in at least a decade—give its employees a chance to breath.
That's right, after building a Nordic Center, ice arena, three hotels, hundreds of condos, a 60,000-square foot waterpark, and most recently opening a 1,500-person amphitheater, employees will revel in the return of their standard 60-hour work week. They get the chance to see how much their kids have grown, and maybe even get to take a run or four through the 370-inches of snow that buries the place every winter.More »
Killington Resort
Killington’s highly anticipated Peak Lodge facility opened its doors at the 4,100 foot level of Killington Peak in December 2013, replacing the original structure from the late 1960’s. The new 15,000 square foot facility includes seating for 300 guests, a food venue featuring a selection of fresh local fare, a full bar, and lounge areas with couches and coffee tables.
The versatile venue is available for weddings, meetings and conferences year-round and will support the K-1 Express Gondola, hiking and mountain biking each summer and fall. Like the K-1 Express Gondola, the Peak Lodge sources its electricity via Green Mountain Power’s innovative Cow Power program.
Additionally, Killington continues to invest in essential infrastructure projects ahead of the 2014-15 winter season, including over $1 million in lift and lift improvements, $2 million worth of new energy efficient snow guns and continual trail and glade maintenance.More »
Bolton Valley
Young skiers and riders can live the dream this season with the new Ski Bum Pass at Bolton Valley. Starting at just $129 if purchased before October 31st, this pass is for anyone between the ages of 18-25. ($129 price is for the Value Pass with Sunday – Friday access. Get an unlimited All Access Pass for just $159).
Every Friday night will be a Late Night at Bolton Valley this season. Lifts will spin until 10pm, tickets will be just $20 starting at 7pm. Ski till your legs give out then kick back in the James Moore Tavern with live music and food and drink specials.More »
Bromley Mountain
Bromley’s snowmaking system will be completely and efficiently up to date for the Winter 2014/15 season. Mountain Operations is taking full advantage of Efficiency Vermont’s Great Ground Gun Round Up, and trading in all the old air-hogs for new efficient tower guns.
The snowmaking team is also working with HKD to develop portable ground guns on tri-pods to cover some of the tricky terrain that made those old inefficient ground guns necessary. Add that to one of the most sophisticated energy monitoring systems in the state, and Bromley has a recipe for super snow.
Beginners to the sport are invited to join the Bromley Ski & Snowboard School for free on three dates this winter - December 21, 2014, January 19 or March 15, 2015. Participants will receive a Learning Zone lift ticket, specially designed beginner rental equipment for the day, and access to instruction in the Learning Zone from 10:30am until noon.
Also new is the Super Duper Ski Package which includes: 6 all-day Kidsrule Mountain Camp lessons, a free pair of Elan Starr skis with Quick Trick bindings, a coupon for discounts on boots, poles and accessories at the Bromley Shop by Potter Brothers, plus a Bromley Full Season Pass. This package is $599 for kids ages 5-14 and has limited inventory, on sale August 1.More »
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