Local Links & Attractions
Stratton Mountain
Stratton Mountain Ski Resort in Vermont, New England is a top ski and snowboard resort, and summer and winter getaway. This destination resort offers nearly 600 acres of skiing and snowboarding terrain including top ranked terrain parks, convenient lodging, slopeside Village, Sports Center, Spa and a full slate of winter and summer events and activities. Stratton has something for every visitor - skiers, snowboarders or those simply wanting to get away and enjoy Vermont vacation values from bargain lodging to luxurious condominiums, all within sight of southern Vermont's highest peak.
Okemo Mountain
First and foremost, Okemo is a mountain where you can be yourself. It's a place where families come back year after year. And, we're proud of that. Call it the Okemo Difference. Or call it the way skiing should be - just plain fun.
Killington Mountain
The largest ski and snowboard resort in eastern North America, Killington celebrates its 50th birthday on Dec. 13, 2008 with more than $8.4 million in on-mountain improvements, including the new Skye Peak Express, ski trails, efficiency upgrades to the world's most extensive snowmaking system and expanded environmental programs. In addition to the new Skye Peak Express and new trail enhancements, Killington debuts The Stash, an all natural terrain park located off the shoulder of Skye Peak and accessible by the Skye Peak Express. Killington's Stash is one of only five that exist worldwide and the only one on the East Coast. Plus, a new 500-foot Magic Carpet at Snowshed improves the uphill learning experience for beginner skiers and riders in the Killington Ski and Snowboard School, and Burton Learn to Ride Programs. A new beginner trail and a more advanced trail off Skye Peak also debut for the 08/09 season.
Bromley Mountain
Bromley is Vermont's Sun Mountain, the only mountain in Vermont with Southern Exposure. With sun all day long, even the coldest days feel warm. Bromley has long been an ideal resort for family Vermont ski vacations, and was voted #1 in North America by Ski magazine for Family Programs. In addition Bromley was ranked #3 in the East by Ski Magazine for value! Bromley's grooming and snowmaking are second to none and with our 44 trails of varied terrain, from treed glades & true New England cruisers to sun soft expert mogul fields, everyone in your family will be smiling all day long. Our terrain parks invite the adventurous, but for the safe rather than sorry crowd, briefly view the snowboarding tricks, jumps & spills from the high speed quad lift line. Bromley also offers great deals for Group trips and tours. If you thought winter was our only gig, guess again-the Bromley Thrill Zone in the summer is Vermont's Sun Fun Park. The Alpine Slide & Big Splash Water Slide Ride, along with PigDogs Fun Park for the kids and many more attractions, make Bromley the Vermont amusement park to be at this summer.
Twitchell House Antiques
Twitchell House offers a unique experience for those seeking some true Vermont and New England furnishings. It’s not simply the offerings at Twitchell that makes it so special it is the way you find the treasure that may interest you. With a barn that welcomes you with a flashlight to guide you through its dark stalls full to the ceiling with old work furnishings and a seasonal tent with ever changing specials the yard is a destination all its own. But still you have to walk inside for a room by room tour of an 1800’s home full of everything you could ever want. Prices are reasonable and the service is above all. If you can think of anything that they don’t have they will simply put it on the list and track it down. The only negative is that you will not want to leave. Only 13 miles East on Rt. 30 from our flagship store, it is a great way to spend some time.
Local First Vermont
Local First Vermont is a non-profit organization committed to preserving the character and prosperity of Vermont's economy, community networks and natural landscape. is to preserve and enhance the economic, human and natural vitality of Vermont communities by promoting the importance of purchasing from locally-owned, independent businesses. We achieve this through education of citizens, businesses and local governments.
Southern Vermont Art Center
The mission of the Southern Vermont Arts Center is to make both the visual and performing arts an integral part of the life of our community and region by: Presenting the finest quality exhibitions and performances. Providing education and instruction in the arts. Exhibiting and marketing the work of members artists. Providing opportunities for community service in promotion of excellence in the arts.
Metropolitan New York City Ski Council
Equipe Sport ant Mtn. Riders are proud to be partners with the Metropolitan New York City Ski Council. The Metropolitan New York Ski Council, known as the Met Council, has served ski clubs since 1934. This not-for-profit organization is dedicated to promoting amateur skiing through its member clubs. The Met Council provides a forum for information exchange, offers timely news on skiing and ski club activities, secures lift ticket discounts and other special deals, and advertises club ski trips and inter-club race competitions whenever possible.We welcome the members of the council and offer special discounts to its members.
