Mad River Glen, Vermont

Mad River Glen's 75th Anniversary
2024-01-06 18:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York)
Mad River Glen’s 75th Anniversary
Greetings Mad River Glen Community,
Tonight we’re going to party like it’s 1949 as we’re hosting a huge bash to celebrate three-quarters of a century of memories at Mad River Glen. This will be an event that should not be missed with dinner, dancing, live music, fireworks and more. A limited number of tickets are now available to purchase through our online store. This event is for adults 21 & over.
We are thrilled to invite you to a grand celebration for Mad River Glen’s 75th Anniversary! Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, festivities and cheer as we mark this significant milestone in our mountain’s history.
Date: January 6, 2024
Time: 6:30 – 10:30
Highlights of the evening:
Live Entertainment: Dance the night away to live music performed by Burlington-based band QUADRA rocking out to a variety of tunes spanning the decades.
Fireworks: Be prepared to be dazzled by a memorable display of lights and colors as we ignite the sky in celebration of our 75th season of skiing.
Gourmet Delights: Indulge in a delectable dinner of catered culinary delights plus elevated legendary Mad River Glen desserts and nostalgic nosh.
Toast to Memories: Stark’s Pub will be serving a special celebratory cocktail along with all of your favorites so we can raise a glass to the memories, friendships, and families that make-up our unique and legendary Mad River Glen community.
Dress Code: Vermont Formal – Come dressed to impress, semi-formal, resort-chic, or casual it’s up to you. Whether you choose to come in your vintage ski gear or contemporary mountain elegance, show off your style as we celebrate three-quarters of a century of skiing.
Tickets: A limited number of tickets are available to purchase through our online store beginning December 4th.
Let’s come together to honor the legacy, embrace the present and toast to the future of Mad River Glen. This milestone belongs to those who came before us as well as each and every one of you who has been along for this incredible journey. We look forward to seeing you on the slopes this winter as we commemorate this historical moment.

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2024-01-06 10:30 - 12:30, 2023-12-31 10:30 - 12:30, 2023-12-30 10:30 - 12:30
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.

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Women's Alpine Ski Clinic
2024-01-06 10:00 - 12:00
Alpine ski clinics by women, and for women using positive attitudes, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. The price per day includes the clinic and lunch.
Dates: Saturdays – January 6, February 3 & March 2
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Cost: $189/day or $244/day with lift ticket
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Fat-ypus Skis Demo Day
2024-01-06 09:00 - 15:00
Handmade skis out of Breckenridge, Colorado.
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Free Live Music & Cabot Fondue Aprés-ski
2024-01-04 15:30 - 17:30
Our live music series rolls on this season every Thursday, aprés-ski from 3:30 until 5:30 along with FREE fondue from Cabot! Thanks to our good friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for helping support local musicians. Each and every Thursday throughout the ski season will feature a rotation of local musical talents. Check out our event calendar for a complete list of live music. Stark’s Pub is open daily during the winter ski season from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

January 4 John Lackard
January 11 Rob Pierce and friends
January 18 Al’s Pals
January 25 Running in Circles
February 1 Ragged Company
February 8 Al’s Pals
February 15 Phineas Gage
February 22
February 29 Evan Jennison with Clint & Jeff (Grift)
March 7 TBD
March 14 Medicine Tribe Trio
March 21 Al’s Pals
March 28 Rob Pierce and Friends
April 4 TBD

Seasonal Kids Programs Begin
2023-12-31 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-12-30 09:30 - 14:30
Welcome to the Mad River Glen ski school!
Saturday (12.30.23) and Sunday (12.31.23) will be the first days of our season-long kids’ ski school programs!
Our goal is to infuse our programs with fun and knowledge of safety while teaching techniques that will allow your child to improve their ability. Our commitment to a small instructor/student ratio allows the children who participate in our program to not only have fun and become awesome skiers but develop a strong sense of camaraderie while developing lasting friendships. Check out the information below to learn about all the different programs we have for kids and teens. We look forward to skiing with your kids this winter! Learn more about the detail of our Seasonal Kids Programs. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call or email us with any questions (802) 496-3551 ext. 125 or email skischool@madriverglen.com.
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Closed: Christmas Day
2023-12-25
In celebration of the festive season, we would like to inform you that we will be closed on Christmas Day. During this special season, we cherish the warmth and company of friends and family. As our staff prepares for the exciting season ahead, we deeply appreciate the significance of this time spent together. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you again when we reopen tomorrow, December 26th.
Wishing you and yours a joyous and Merry Christmas filled with warmth and happiness!

Harwood Union HS VT Principle's Association Slalom Race
2023-12-20 08:00 - 15:30

75th Opening Day!
2023-12-07 09:00 - 15:30
December 11, 1948 Mad River Glen opened to the public for the first time, whisking skiers 2000 vertical feet to the summit of Stark Mountain on the Single. The American Steel & Wire Company had installed nearly 600 of these state-of-the-art aerial tramway systems across the country and together with Roland Palmedo brought lift-served skiing to the Mad River Valley. This season marks 75 years of skiing here at Mad River Glen, come celebrate with us!

MRVBC Primer
2023-12-03 08:30 - 17:00
The Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition (MRVBC) is a Chapter of the Catamount Trail Association (CTA) focused on enhancing opportunities for wintertime backcountry recreation in and around the Mad River Valley. We are excited to work with the CTA, public land managers, and our local community to create a network of locally-supported winter backcountry trails and terrain while promoting environmental stewardship, mountain lands conservation, and backcountry safety.
We hope you’ll join us!

Friday Night Fish Fry
2023-11-24 16:30 - 20:30
Stark’s Pub opens for the 2023/2024 ski season kicking things off with a summertime favorite – fish fry special. Exhausted after holiday shopping? Don’t want to bother with dinner? Come on up and treat yourself to a night out in the Pub. Bring the husband and kids or leave them at home and come hang with your chosen family. Kick back, relax you’ve earned it. We can’t wait to see you!

Volunteer Mountain Work Day
2023-10-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-09-30 09:00 - 16:00
Volunteer Mountain Work Days will once again utilize pre-registration and limit the total group size. Space is extremely limited, don’t wait, register online by clicking this link.
Registration/Contact information will ensure that we can communicate with participants in the event that covid precautions may be needed or in case severe weather is likely (this will reduce the risk of needing to take shelter in on-mountain facilities where social distancing is unable to be maintained). Events will be confirmed by 6:00 pm the day prior via the contact email provided. A wait list will be maintained with open slots filled by 6:00 pm the day prior.
Any minors that register must be at least 12 years of age, accompanied by their legal guardian/parent throughout the day, no dogs are allowed.

General information: The purpose of Volunteer Mountain Work Days is the maintenance of MRG’s legendary tree skiing and regeneration zones in our mountain forest. This involves cutting lines as well as setting aside areas for new trees to grow. Everything is done with hand tools. Work days are organized and led by Lars Bruns in consultation with ski area management. Volunteer Mountain Work Days are a great chance to get out on the mountain, care for your favorite terrain, and learn about how northeastern mountain forests grow. It is hard work, but also fun and satisfying to see a ski line take shape, and how trees will grow in response to care.
We welcome both experienced veterans and newcomers to the mountain work days. Each person who works a full day receives a complimentary day pass voucher for each day she or he works.
Registration Required – Summer/Fall 2023 Schedule (all Saturdays)

August 19th
September 23rd
September 30th
October 7th
October 28th

Logistics

Report at 9:00 am at the Cricket Club picnic table. We’re back down at 3:30 – 4:00 pm.
Most of the time we hike from the base, so be prepared to hike.
Only in cases of highly probable severe weather will a work day be canceled (registered participants will be notified via email by 6:00 pm the night prior). Working in the rain is fun!
Bring work gloves, hiking boots, drinks & lunch.
Loppers are the most useful tool to bring. Make sure they are in good working order.
Work days navigate our gnarly terrain; no dogs or kids under 12 please. Minors under the age of 18 must register and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

The incidence of Lyme Disease is increasing rapidly in Vermont. This disease is debilitating and hard to get rid of. More Info on how to protect yourself while thrashing around the woods of Stark Mountain.
The following tools are not allowed: All power tools such as chain saws, and swinging tools such as hatchets or axes.
Outfitting for Rain Events:

Outer layer – The primary function is to hold in heat, as well as keep water out for as long as possible.

Goretex shell or other rainwear
Waterproof pant shell – old ski pants work well
Waterproof gaiters (Goretex)
Waterproof boots beforehand
Brimmed synthetic hat and fleece hat
If the weather is warm, then staying warm is not a problem. Fast-drying shorts, gaiters, and a rain shell may be sufficient.

Inner layers – No cotton – must keep one warm when wet.

Wool or synthetic shirt and long underwear
Fleece
Wool socks
Thin windbreaker underneath the shell to hold even more heat in

Other Tips

Put dry (synthetic) clothing in a garbage bag
Bring a second synthetic inner layer shirt (in the garbage bag) to change into at lunch
Put first aid kit in a waterproof bag
A thermos of hot tea or soup. Caffeine constricts capillaries and should be avoided
Bring backup gloves. Cold hands will not warm up in wet gloves

Waitsfield Elementary School Ski & Skate Sale
2023-10-15 09:00 - 16:00
Since 1979, the Waitsfield Elementary School Ski & Skate Sale has been outfitting everyone for winter and is the longest-running sale in the Mad River Valley. Proudly sponsored by Sugarbush and Mad River Glen, the event features new and used equipment and clothing for skiers, riders, skaters, and winter lovers of all ages.

WHEN: October 15, 2023
WHERE: Mad River Glen
TIME: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
MORE INFO: http://www.waitsfieldpta.org/ski-and-skate-sale.html

Ticketed early shop 8am-9am (get first dibs on the goods! Buy tickets here)
All proceeds benefit the Waitsfield Elementary School (W.E.S.) PTA.

Sunday Brunch & Live Music
2023-10-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-09-24 11:30 - 14:00 | Stark’s Pub, 57 Schuss Pass Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
This summer we’ll be hosting live music every other Sunday during brunch service. This selection of local artists features toned-down tunes to help you keep those Sunday scaries at bay. Thanks to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes by sponsoring year-round music in Stark’s Pub.

7/16 Ragged Trio

7/30 Alex Budney and Friends

8/13 Dave O

8/27 Evan Jennison

9/10 Music by Cooper

9/24 Rob Pierce and Friends

10/8 Ragged Trio

Foliage Weekend
2023-10-08 09:30 - 16:00
Take a foliage lift ride on America’s favorite Single Chair, first chair up is at 10 AM and the last chair is loaded at 2:30 PM. Foliage lift ride tickets are good for a round trip from base to summit and back down again, the cost is $20 for adults and $15 for juniors and seniors (free for season pass holders). Foliage lift ride tickets can be purchased in person at the ticket window. Stark’s Pub, the General Store and Ticket Booth will all be open, please see our operational hours listed below.
Stark’s Pub Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Brunch from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Monday, October 9th: Closed until November 24th
Lift Operation Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
General Store: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Ticket Office: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Foliage Weekend
2023-10-07 09:30 - 20:30
Take a foliage lift ride on America’s favorite Single Chair, first chair up is at 10 AM and the last chair is loaded at 2:30 PM. Foliage lift ride tickets are good for a round trip from base to summit and back down again, the cost is $20 for adults and $15 for juniors and seniors (free for season pass holders). Foliage lift ride tickets can be purchased in person at the ticket window. Stark’s Pub, the General Store and Ticket Booth will all be open, please see our operational hours listed below.
Stark’s Pub Hours: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM (Dinner service begins at 4:30)
Monday, October 9th: Closed until November 24th
Lift Operation Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
General Store: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Ticket Office: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Endurance Society's Sky Run
2023-10-07 09:00 - 13:00
Mad River Glen is hosting The Endurance Society’s Sky Run.
The 5K will climb and descend and the 10K will do two ascents and two descents. This means the finish line will be at the BASE of the mountain where there will be food, drinks, music, etc. The Sky Run will feature a series of climbs that will eventually take you to the summit of the mountain and then back to the base. The ~5k has over 2,000 feet of vertical climbing. The ~10k has over 4000 feet of vertical climbing.
Once the race is over you’ll descend to base camp for a post-race party. The finish line will close at 1:00 PM and course sweepers will pull course markings. Any racers still on course after 1:00 PM will not finish. You are 100% responsible for getting yourself down the mountain. Vehicle support can only be provided in an emergency if you are injured.
Finishers will receive a custom Endurance Society medal and other Endurance Society Swag.
Top 3 males and females of each race will receive a unique award.
The Endurance Society is an organization that is dedicated to providing extraordinary physical and psychological adventures to the endurance community. The mission of the Endurance Society is twofold: To create unique, life-changing, and mind-blowing experiences for adventure enthusiasts, and to utilize our members for community involvement.

Summer Live Music Series
2023-10-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Stark’s Pub, 57 Schuss Pass Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Stark’s Pub offers an unparalleled family dining atmosphere you can’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. The Pub is open during the summer months from Memorial Day through Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Dinner is served on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 4:30 to 8:30 PM with brunch offered on Sundays from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

7/12 Medicine Tribe Trio
7/19 Evan Jennison
7/26 Running In Circles
8/2 Phineas Gage
8/9 Brission Boss and Pelletier
8/16 Ragged Company
8/23 Atom and the Orbits
8/30 Danielle Keegan and friends
9/6 Jaded Ravins
9/13 Alex Budney and Friends
9/20 Easy Street Duo
9/27 She Was Right
10/4 Brett Hughes & the Paradise Posse

Green & Gold Weekend
2023-10-01 10:00 - 14:30
Foliage lift rides are available on America’s favorite Single Chair both Saturday and Sunday, first chair up is at 10 AM and the last chair is loaded at 2:30 PM. Foliage lift ride tickets are good for a round trip from base to summit and back down again, the cost is $20 for adults and $15 for juniors and seniors (free for season pass holders). Foliage lift ride tickets can be purchased in person at the ticket window. Stark’s Pub, the General Store and Ticket Booth will all be open, please see our operational hours listed below.
Stark’s Pub Hours: Brunch 10:00 AM – 12pm, Lunch & Chicken BBQ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Lift Operation Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
General Store: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Ticket Office: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, October 1st events:
Allen Clark Memorial Hill Climb at 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Allen Clark Hill Climb
2023-10-01 10:00 - 11:30
The Allen Clark Memorial Hill Climb — the annual grunt-fest that has fast become a rite of cycling passage in the Mad River Valley — is a grueling time trial that rises 1,600 vertical feet in 6.2 miles, from the intersection of Routes 100 and 17 to the top of Appalachian Gap.
The event is named in honor of long-time Mad River Valley resident, Allen Clark. An avid cyclist who took up biking late in life, he rode 2,500-3,000 annually in Vermont. Allen especially loved the challenge of the Appalachian Gap. This event is a tribute to Allen’s life and a fundraiser for Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, an organization that meant a great deal to him.
Awards will be held on the 3rd floor of the Basebox (or on the deck if the weather is nice) at approximately 11:30 – 12:00 PM.
Learn more about Allen Clark
Register for the race

Green & Gold Weekend
2023-09-30 10:00 - 14:30
Foliage lift rides are available on America’s favorite Single Chair both Saturday and Sunday, first chair up is at 10 AM and the last chair is loaded at 2:30 PM. Foliage lift ride tickets are good for a round trip from base to summit and back down again, the cost is $20 for adults and $15 for juniors and seniors (free for season pass holders). Foliage lift ride tickets can be purchased in person at the ticket window. Stark’s Pub, the General Store and Ticket Booth will all be open, please see our operational hours listed below.
Stark’s Pub Hours: Lunch & Dinner 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM (Dinner service begins at 4:30)
Lift Operation Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
General Store: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Ticket Office: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday, September 30th events:
SMF Presents “Wildlife Tails” 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (3rd floor)
MRG Homeowner’s Meeting 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM (3rd floor)
Co-op Shareholder’s Town Meeting 5:00 – 6:00 PM (3rd floor and via Zoom)
*September 30th also marks the fiscal year for the Co-op, APR is due and Mad Money from the previous season expires. 2023 Mad Money will not be valid on Sunday, October 1st 2023.

SMF Presents: Wildlife Tales
2023-09-30 10:00 - 11:00
Wildlife Tales ​with the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum presents: Meet the Mammals
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023, WILDLIFE TALES PRESENTATION 10-11 AM, MAD RIVER GLEN BASEBOX 3RD FLOOR
Please join Stark Mountain Foundation during Green & Gold weekend for an all-ages presentation called, “Wildlife Tales,” by the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum. SMF and SVNHM invite you to journey around the world with us. Come and hear tales of animals and magic and learn the natural history of these myths and legends. The museum’s naturalist will bring out a live animal during each story. This presentation is a big hit for both children and adults. This program is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted. Coffee and doughnuts will also be served. Buy a ticket and ride the Single Chair to view the foliage after the presentation. To learn more and register for the event, please go here.

Fall Sales Deadline Day
2023-09-30
Today is the deadline for the best deals on Season Passes, Stark Mountain Cards and Kids’ Seasonal Programs.

September 30th also marks the fiscal year for the Co-op, APR is due and Mad Money from the previous season expires.

*Please note that Stark Mountain Cards are NOT available to purchase following the September 30th deadline.

Summer Live Music Series
2023-09-27 18:00 - 20:30 | Stark’s Pub, 57 Schuss Pass Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Stark’s Pub offers an unparalleled family dining atmosphere you can’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. The Pub is open during the summer months from Memorial Day through Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Dinner is served on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 4:30 to 8:30 PM with brunch offered on Sundays from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

7/12 Medicine Tribe Trio
7/19 Evan Jennison
7/26 Polvo de Oro
8/2 Phineas Gage
8/9 Brission Boss and Pelletier
8/16 Ragged Company
8/23 Atom and the Orbits
8/30 Danielle Keegan and friends
9/6 Jaded Ravins
9/13 Alex Budney and Friends
9/20 Easy Street Duo
9/27 She Was Right
10/4 Brett Hughes & the Paradise Posse
