Snow Sport University Trainers Training
It’s snowing at the summit of Sterling
Snow Sport University
Morse Mountain Fun
Snow Sport University Snowboard Lesson on the Magic Learning Trail
We have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 4 lifts operating. We have 46 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. 39 trails have been groomed for today, that’s 135 acres of freshly groomed terrain. Today’s forecast is calling for partly sunny skies early with a chance of a snow shower in the afternoon and a high of 33 degrees.
Here comes the snow
Snow Sport University Ski Lesson on Lower Morse Liftline
Today started off with beautiful sunny skies, which lasted most of the morning. The clouds rolled in early in the afternoon and we went from flurries to snowing hard in a short amount of time. The snowflakes got really big for a while reducing visibility. The photo of Lower Morse Liftline shows the low visibility.
We received an inch of new snow this afternoon and we could see another inch of accumulation tonight.
We have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 4 lifts operating. We have 42 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. 33 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, that’s 136 acres of freshly groomed terrain.
Smugglers’ Alley
Tomorrow’s forecast is calling for cloudy skies early then partly sunny skies in the afternoon with a high of 32 degrees.
Mogul Mouse’s Magic Lift
Summit of Sterling
Sir Henry’s Learning Hill
Snow Sport University Snowboard Lesson
We have 60 skiable trails and 37 lift accessible trails open today. The Madonna I lift is presently on wind hold. We have 3 lifts operating today Sterling, Mogul Mouse, and Sir Henry’s Wonder Carpet. 27 trails have been groomed for today, that’s 111 acres of freshly groomed terrain.
Snow Sport University
SSU Snowboard Instructor Justin Wright giving a lesson on Lower Morse Liftline
We have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 6 lifts operating. We have 56 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. Currently it is snowing and 30 degrees at the summit of Sterling with winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Morse Mountain Fun
Glade skiing at Morse Highlands
My 6 year old daughter Hayleigh only had a half day of school today. We skied together this afternoon on Morse Mountain. We were trying to get to the Morse Highlands area, but every time I turned around Hayleigh was headed into the woods. Hayleigh has learned all the secret glade runs from taking snowboard and ski lessons with our Snow Sport University. Many of these glade runs are low angle like the one on skiers’ right at the top of Log Jam. The low angle allows the kids to focus on steering instead of speed control. To make our afternoon complete we stopped by the Morse Highlands Day Lodge to say hi to Debbie! The kids love Debbie and Debbie loves the kids!
Way Up High School at the entrance to Sugar Woods
We are 100 percent open with top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 7 lifts operating. Robin’s Run is open from the work road down to Freefall. Freefall is open from the traverse on Upper FIS. 28 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, including Waterfall, Black Snake, and Curley’s Cutback for a grand total of 120 acres of freshly groomed terrain. Tomorrow’s forecast is calling for mostly cloudy skies with a chance of flurries and a high of 32 degrees.
Snow Sport University
SSU Adult Ski Instructor Oliver Blackman with one of his students on Lower Morse Liftline
SSU Children Instructor Wylie Shipman with his class on Sam’s Run
Another Powder Day
Snow Sport University Snowboard Instructor Kim Martin having fun in all the new snow
100 percent open with top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with all 78 trails open. 16 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours and 41 inches in the past 3 days.
Smugglers’ Notch Adaptive Program
S.N.A.P. Ski Instructor Sean Hayes
Our adaptive program provides therapeutic recreation for children and adults of all abilities. Experiences are tailored to meet the needs and goals of each individual. Some campers/students may require two counselors/instructors, while others may be appropriately paired with one counselor. We also offer an inclusion program with our ski and snowboard programs for children. This gives a child with special needs the opportunity to socialize with his/her peers while still maintaining the support he/she needs through the adaptive program. There is no age limit for the program. Half and full day lessons are available. Our highly trained instructors will evaluate each individual’s needs and goals and determine their equipment requirements. Smugglers’ Adaptive Program maintains an inventory of adaptive equipment including mono-skis, bi-skis and a slider. Snowboarding is also available.
What guests are saying…
“By far the best program we have found! Above and beyond our expectations – the staff was amazing and the quality of the program made our vacation!”
“As a father of a daughter with disabilities I am used to having to conform to the typical world, your program and the people involved in it adapted to my family and its needs. It was heartwarming for me. Thank you so much for your services.”
Advanced reservations are required in order to meet each individuals needs. Due to popular demand we have limited space during our peak weeks. Reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Please make your reservation as early as possible. The adaptive camp/lesson must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. No refund will be given within 24 hours of the start of camp/lesson. For further information about our school programs, pricing information, or to book a reservation please call the Smugglers’ Adaptive Program directly at (802)644-8502 or email Shawna Fatigate, Program Manager
Full Circle
Connie with her class on Wanderer
I would like you to meet Connie Douthwaite. Connie is a member of the Snow Sport University here at Smugglers’ Notch. She is a ski instructor who works with 3 to 6 year old children. The neat thing is that 13 years ago Connie was a 6 year old child taking ski lessons here at Smugglers’ Notch. Connie told me that her instructor back then was Larry Arnold who still works here at Smugglers’ Notch as a ski instructor. It is wonderful to see someone who learned to ski here 13 years ago is now teaching the next generation!
Tomorrow we plan to have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with all 8 lifts operating. We now have 36 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. Tonight we plan to resume snowmaking on Upper Rumrunner, Crossover, Treasure Run, Lower Exhibition, and the Practice Slope. All 36 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, that’s 145 acres of freshly groomed terrain. Tomorrow’s forecast is calling for light snow and sleet a dusting of accumulation with a chance of mix later in the day and temperatures between 25 and 35 degrees. Tomorrow we plan to have the Log Jam, Birch Run, and Zone Terrain Park all open.