A race of a bygone era, the Kandahar channels the spirit of full mountain races that were once commonplace on the racing circuit and at MRG. The last version held in the 1980s began on Creamery, descended onto Moody’s, before taking on (Grand) Canyon. At the bottom of Canyon, racers went straight across Easy Way, over the cliff on One Way, and over S-Turn Cliff onto Lower Periwinkle and finished by the base of the Double. Whew! Our modern version is a bit more modest but will still reward those who can ski gates as well as terrain on the trail. The trail combination and exact set to get from the start to the finish are dependent on snow depth and conditions. Please see the race flyer (when available) for additional course details.
Details:
Field Limit: 75 racers
Age requirement: 10 years old or older as of January 1st, 2023
Pre-Race Course Reveal and Security Meeting: Friday, February 10 · 18:00 – 19:00
Saturday, February 11:
Athlete Lift: Tentatively 7:30 am
Race Begins: Tentatively 8:00 am
Awards: by age group and gender
Disclaimer: Weather and conditions dependent, no refunds on entry fee in the event of cancellation. We reserve the right to change or modify any of the perimeters of the race including but not limited to start time, location, course, finish and awards in the interest of event security.
Proceeds from this event go to benefit the Mad River Glen Race Club and are non-refundable.
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A valid lift ticket or season pass is required. Lift ticket not included in the entry fee.
Ages 10 & up as of 1/1/23. You must complete a registration for each family member who will be racing. Please log in below (if you are already in MRG’s system) or create a new account for each racer.
Disclaimer: Weather and conditions dependent. There are no refunds on the entry fee for any reason, including in the event of date change, cancellation, or inability to participate. We reserve the right to change or modify any of the perimeters of the race including but not limited to start time, date, location, course, finish and awards in the interest of event security.
Telemark ski clinics by women, and for women use positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals.
Dates: Saturdays – January 14, February 11, March 4
Time: 9:45 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: $189/day ($244/day with lift ticket)
Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains as well as our resident moose, bear, deer, fisher, coyote, red fox and more! Easy to moderate difficulty. Learn more about our Naturalist Programs.
Vermont Alpine Racing Association U10 & U8 Giant Slalom race.
https://www.vara.org/race/nvc-u10-u8-mw-giant-slalom/2171/
Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains as well as our resident moose, bear, deer, fisher, coyote, red fox and more! Easy to moderate difficulty. Learn more about our Naturalist Programs.
The Graybeard’s Clinic is designed for men who are at least 45 years old and are intermediate to advanced skiers. The clinic will focus on learning to fully enjoy the Mad River Glen skiing experience by deepening fundamental skills and then applying those skills to the varied terrain that makes Mad River special. Participants will learn to ski groomers and the bumps better and with more confidence – making it more fun and joyful. We will also focus on specific mechanics that are a bit easier on your body, thus enhancing your overall ski experience here at Mad River Glen and wherever your skis may take you.
The clinic will be led by Rick Ruback who has been coaching ski racing at Mad River for over twenty years. Rick is excited to bring some racing skills and drills into adult teaching as a way to help the participants improve their skiing. Joining Rick will be a collection of some of the most experienced members of the Mad River Glen Ski School.
Dates: Mondays – January 23 & 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 6, 13 (No session 02.20.23)
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Who: Men 45+ years of age, intermediate and above skiing level
Cost: $239 – 7 Week Session
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Ski Vermont and Vermont Specialty Foods team up to offer up samples of their fine products. Participating specialty food producers include Cabot Cheese, Vermont Maple Syrup, Cold Hollow Cider and others.
Telemark ski programs by women, for women using positive attitudes, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This program is designed for intermediate telemark skiers and above. Eight 2-hour lessons on Tuesday mornings. Space is limited.
Dates: Tuesdays – January 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 28 & March 7 (No session on 02.21.23)
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $229 – 8 Week Session (Valid Pass or Ticket required)
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Our live music series is back on, thanks to our good friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for helping support local musicians! Stop into General Stark’s Pub after a day of skiing or just come on up to lounge by the fire with a Still Single IPA. On Valentine’s Day we will be hosting Atom & the Orbits so be sure to bring your dancing shoes.
The Women’s Mid-Week clinics are for women and taught by women using positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This eight-week program meets for 2-hour sessions on Thursday mornings.
Dates: Thursdays – January 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9, 16 & March 2, 9 (No session 02.23.23)
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Cost: $229 – 8 week session
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