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MOUNT SNOW, VERMONT — Boasting more than 100 trails and some of the most up-to-date snowmaking technology available, skiing and snowboarding buffs alike can find something to enjoy at Mount Snow Ski Resort in Vermont.
Located in West Dover, Mount Snow offers 108 trails ranging from novice to advanced. For “extreme skiers,” the resort also offers glade skiing, parks and pipes.
With its state-of-the-art, 101 energy-efficient Polecat fan guns, skiers can enjoy a longer season and more stable courses, as the resort is able to recover faster from extreme temperature fluctuations.
One of only three Vermont ski areas located on United States Forest Service land, Mount Snow operates under a special use permit, which allows the resort to offer recreational opportunities to the public in a mountain setting while also protecting the environment.
One of the ways in which the resort protects its natural resources is through “Sustainable Slopes,” an environmental charter developed by the National Ski Areas Association that contains principles for water and energy conservation, waste management and reduction, fish and wildlife, wetlands, air quality, transportation, education and outreach, forest and vegetative management, as well as the planning, design and construction of ski trails.
The resort is also a member of the Audubon Society, of which membership includes adhering to environmental management and planning, enhancement and protection of existing wildlife habitats and water conservation and quality management.
So for those looking for an enjoyable outdoor, winter sports resort who are also environmentally conscientious, Mount Snow delivers.
Calendar of Events Demo Day – 12/15/07 The 2007-08 season is officially underway. Check out Mount Snow's Demo Day. Retail partners will be on hand with the latest equipment and technology for people to try out before they buy. Rossignol, Head, Burton, Atomic, Nordica, Technica, Volkl, and more will be offered.
Youth Pay Their Age Day #1 12/16/2007 The first of three Youth Pay Their Age Day. It's simple. If a child is 13 years old his or her lift ticket for the day is $13. It applies to children 6-18
Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Extravaganza 12/29/2007 Mount Snow Ski & Snowboard School instructors will descend Standard in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following there will be a huge fireworks display.
Grommet Jam No. 1 12/30/2007 The competition season opens at at Mount Snow with the first of three Grommet Jam events for the 12 and under skiers and riders. This event series is designed for kids to get out and learn a few things from Mt. Snow coaches and ski school instructors. Coaches and instructors will help out in either Grommet or Jiblet parks in the morning and after a lunch break (food not provided) there will be a fun park competition with an awards ceremony to immediately follow.
New Years Eve @ Mount Snow 12/31/2007 People will say goodbye to 2007 and hello to 2008 with parties all over the resort. The entire family is welcome at the Grand Summit Ballroom Party for a huge party featuring DJ, buffet dinner and dessert bar, cash bar and fun activities for kids and adults. This event has sold out the past three years. At the Snow Barn will be the Valley's biggest New Year's Eve Party for the over-21 crowd. Every year the Snow Barn has one of the craziest parties of the year on New Year's Eve. Musical Act to be determined ,but expect to dance.
Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Extravaganza 01/20/2008 Mount Snow Ski & Snowboard School instructors will descend Standard in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following will be a huge fireworks display.
The Main Event 02/03/2008 The Main Event is a mini slope-style snowboarding competition series to get a chance to qualify for the finals. The male and female winners of the final event at Waterville Valley NH will win a Wildcard into the Burton U.S. Open competition. With sponsors like Burton Snowboards, Flow Snowboards, and many more, there will be great prizes and agreat format. This year the series is searching to see what state in New England brings the best riders.
Mardi Gras Mount Snow Style 02/09/2008 This is the 5th Annual Celebration of eating and drinking. Beads, beads and more beads. Look for promotions in Cuzzins, the Mid Station and the Snow Barn along with parades, contests, prizes, raffles and more.
Snowmaking Mount Snow invested heavily in snowmaking technology in the summer of 2007, purchasing 101 energy-efficient Polecat fan guns from SMI Snowmakers, Inc. This state-of-the-art snowmaking equipment uses less compressed air than traditional air/water guns, meaning it requires significantly less energy to produce snow.
Fan guns are ideal for producing a vast quantity of snow, even in milder temperature ranges. This means skiers and snowboarders can expect: - Earlier opening and later closing dates with more terrain - Fast recovery from extreme temperature fluctuations - Homemade “powder days” when conditions are ideal
Fan guns project water high into the air. The “hang-time” allows water to crystallize and fall softly to the ground as dry, fluffy snow. The technology is most effective on wide, cruiser trails, such as Snowdance and Standard trails on the Main Face. Mt. Snow will still use the traditional air/water snowmaking technology on narrower trails.
About Mount Snow Mount Snow Ski Area is located in West Dover, Vermont. Mount Snow his home 108 ski trails, which are served by 19 lifts. Out of Mount Snow's 108 trails, 14% are novice, 73% are intermediate, and 13% are advanced. Mount Snow also offers glade skiing, parks and pipes for extreme skiers.
Directions/Location: Mount Snow Ski Area is located on Route 100 in West Dover, Vermont, 35 minutes from Bennington, VT, 2 hours 45 minutes from Boston and 4 hours from New York City.
Statistics: Summit Elevation: 3,600' Vertical Drop: 1,700' Skiable Acres: 590 Annual Average Snowfall: 156" Trails: 108 Lifts: 19 Snowmaking: 80% Night Skiing: No
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