Mad River Glen, Vermont

Free Live Music & Cabot Fondue Aprés-ski
2024-03-21 15:30 - 17:30, 2024-03-14 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
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 Running in Circles
March 7 TBD
March 14 Medicine Tribe Trio
March 21 Al’s Pals
March 28 Rob Pierce and Friends
April 4 TBD

Brett & Lowell Live in Stark's Pub
2024-03-17 15:00 - 17:00
Live music aprés from Brett Hughes and Lowell Thompson, join us between 3-5pm!

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2024-03-17 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-03-16 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-03-10 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-03-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-03-03 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-03-02 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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Friendly Freeski Competition
2024-03-17 08:00 - 17:00
Mad River Glen, the birthplace of New England’s competitive freeskiing is proud to be hosting a Friendly Freeski competition. If you have been curious about entering the competitive freeski arena then this event is for you! The freeski friendly is a fun event designed to give everyone a new perspective on competitive freeskiing. This event is open to all age groups. It is a one run competition. The freeski friendly, hosted by the Mad River Glen Freeski Team is a fundraiser for the Mad River Glen Ski Club. There are NO REFUNDS.
Important Registration Information:

Registration Cost – $30 (Lift tickets are required but not included).
Online Registration
Day-of-event registration $40 CASH ONLY!
The competition is a one-run event.
U18 helmet & back protector required.
The venue is to be determined and will be revealed in the competitor’s meeting.

Judging Criteria

Line Choice: Each competitor chooses their line down the course. High scores are given for choosing difficult routes. Difficulty is determined by steepness, exposure, air, snow and course conditions.
Control: Competitors must remain in control at all times. Any loss of control will result in a lower score. Skillful recoveries will reduce penalties.
Fluidity: Constant direction towards a goal. This includes continuity, pace, and smooth transitions between sections of the course. Falling or stopping can have a negative impact in this category
Technique: Competitors are judged on style and turn quality relating to big mountain freeriding.
Style & Energy: This encompasses the pace, energy and creativity with which a competitor attacks or descends his/her chosen line or route. Style focuses on freestyle execution of maneuvers.

Age Categories
U10 Male & Female
U12 Male & Female
U14 Male & Female
U18 Male & Female
U40 Male & Female
Over 40 Male & Female

Event Timeline
Competitor Check-in/Bib Pickup
8:00 to 8:30 am
Mandatory Safety Meeting
8:30 am on the deck
Course Inspection
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Event Start
10:00 am
Awards
4:30 pm on the deck of the Single
2024 RESULTS

Rockefeller Challenge
2024-03-16 16:00 - 17:00
An annual test of fearlessness and speed, the Rockefeller Challenge is a downhill to uphill ski race. Starting on the Practice Slope, competitors try to carry their speed down a designated race lane and up the Rockefeller trail. Like the sport of ski jumping where the skier who goes the farthest wins, the person to makes it the furthest up the Rockefeller Trail, is victorious and crowned a racing titan. Proceeds to benefit MRG Ski Club.
Event Date: March 16, 2024
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Entry Fee: $25 entry
Field Limit: 100 competitors, all ages
Athlete Lift: Tentatively 4:20 pm
Event Begins: 4:30 pm
Other: Rockefeller and Racing Triple Crown shirts will be available for purchase at bib pickup on the day of the event. Clothing is required, no added weights, speedsuits, lycra or gravity enhancing devices!
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.
The MRG Racing Triple Crown combines three celebrated legacy events and crowns an overall category champions!

The Family Tournament is a family-friendly event where a competitor’s result is added together with other family members’ individual results to complete scoring and celebrate the fastest family combo.
The storied Kandahar is MRG’s modern version of a full mountain ski race. It rewards those who can ski gates as well as terrain and conditions on the trail.
The Rockefeller Challenge is a test of fearlessness and speed where competitors tuck straight downhill and glide uphill to find the skier who goes the furthest.

Combine and register for all three events now and save!
A valid lift ticket or season pass is required. Lift ticket not included in the entry fee.
Ages 10 & up as of 1/1/24. 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.

Free Heel Fridays
2024-03-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-01 10:00 - 12:00
This telemark clinic meets every Friday throughout the season and is offered in two different time slots. Participants can choose from one of two sessions, available from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Dates: Fridays – January 12, 19 & 26 February 2, 9 & 16 (No session available on February 23, 2024) March 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Time: Choose from either the morning session from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm.
Cost: $79/session OR $105/session with lift ticket
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Graybeard's Clinic
2024-03-11 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-03-04 09:30 - 12:00
The Graybeard’s Clinic is designed for men who 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 22, 29, February 5, 12 & 26, March 4 & 11
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $329 7 week session (valid ticket or pass required)
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"Advice for Girls" presented by Eastern Freeride
2024-03-09 17:00 - 18:00
Join us on the 3rd floor of the Basebox on Saturday evening to watch “Advice for Girls” a first-of-its-kind ski film featuring an entirely womxn-identifying cast and production crew. When we say all women, we mean all women.
Up-and-coming skier Addy Jacobsend knew that it was time to move forward from the “one woman is enough” mindset. She dreamt of the supportive words she wished she’d heard, penning advice to her younger self. The desire to share those words with as many women as possible grew from a journal entry into the Advice for Girls film.
Jacobsend hopes that the film’s advice from three generations of women in skiing will remind women and girls of all ages that they are worthy of success, allowed to take up space, and are extremely valuable to the ski industry.
Advice for Girls will begin by setting the scene with an inspirational message. It will then dive into the stories of our pioneers, role models, and mentors. Each athlete will be given the opportunity to talk about the good, bad, and ugly parts of their experiences in the ski industry.
The following segments will showcase the power of mentorship and friendship before the film moves on to discuss the current state of the sport. These segments will showcase up-and-coming athletes and all that they are doing to continue the work of the pioneers.
The final segment of the film will introduce young (8-16-year-old) skiers to the audience. These young athletes will represent the next generation and the collective future of female skiers.
The film will wrap up by bringing athletes of all ages together to showcase our bond across generations and our bright future.

Women's Telemark Clinic
2024-03-09 09:45 - 15:00
Telemark ski clinics by women, and for women use positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals.
Dates: Saturdays – January 13, February 10, March 9
Time: 9:45 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: $189/day ($244/day with lift ticket)
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IFSA Junior 3* National
2024-03-09 07:30 - 17:00
Mad River Glen’s Ryan Hawks IFSA Junior 3* National, Friday & Saturday March 8th – 9th, 2024
Important Registration Information:

Registration Cost – $100 (Lift ticket or season pass required).
Competitors MUST have an active 2024 IFSA Membership to register for this event.
This event is limited to 100 competitors.
This competition is a two-day event.
Helmets and back protectors are mandatory.

Event Description:
Mad River Glen, the fertile crescent of big mountain skiing in New England is proud to be hosting a two-day IFSA Junior 3* National series event. Come test your mettle on the east coast’s most challenging terrain. This event is open to skiers age 12-14 and 15-18 with an active 2023 IFSA membership. The competition is named in honor of Ryan Hawks and the Flyin’ Ryan Foundation.
Age Categories:
12-14 Female & Male Ski
15-18 Female & Male Ski
Event Information:
The event is limited to 100 competitors. The top finishers from Friday will qualify for Saturday’s final. Scores from both days will be calculated to determine the overall winners. Competitors must properly wear their bib, helmet and back protector in order to compete. We will run in start order as best we can within age/gender categories, late arrivals will be sent so long as we have not moved on to another age/gender. On finals day (Saturday, March 9th) we will run in reverse order based on finishes from Friday. Bibs will be collected in the finish area both days. Start lists, venue maps and results will all be made available via Stack Team App and LiveHeats in a timely manner. Pre-purchased competitor & spectator tickets will be distributed at check-in/bib pick-up on Friday. Spectators who did not pre-purchase through the Driven registration process should visit our online store and buy in advance. Please do not wait until the end of the week to purchase. Competitors (and their support crew) who make the cut to Saturday’s finals will be given vouchers at check-in/bib pick-up to purchase tickets on Saturday. There will be no early distribution of tickets or bibs. Ticket vouchers will need to be redeemed for active tickets at the ticket booth on Saturday before loading the chairlift. The ticket booth opens at 8:00 am on weekends and 8:30 mid-week. Please note that the event timeline allows for extra time on Saturday morning to facilitate ticketing. Venue access is only permitted for event staff, patrol, authorized photographers, competitors who are properly displaying their bibs and IFSA-certified coaches. All other venue access needs to be cleared first with the Technical Director.
Competition Venues
Friday’s qualifier event will take place on Gazelle located off the top of the Sunnyside Double Chair.
Finals will take place on Saturday, the event will move over to Lift Line starting just below mid-station under the fabled Single Chair with the finish just above tower 9.
Event Timeline:
Competitor Check-in & Bib Pick-up

Friday, March 8th 7:30 – 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Saturday, March 9th 7:30 – 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox

Mandatory Competitor Meetings

Friday, March 8th at 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Saturday, March 9th at 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox

Course Inspection

Friday, March 8th 8:45 – 9:45 am
Saturday, March 9th 9:00 – 10:00 am

Event Start

Friday, March 8th 10:00 am
Saturday, March 9th 10:30 am

Awards/Cut Announcement

Friday, March 8th on the deck of the Single at 4:30 pm
Saturday, March 9th on the deck of the Single at 4:30 pm

EVENT SPONSORS

Free Live Music Aprés
2024-03-08 14:30 - 17:30
Local musicians Brett Hughes and Lowell Thompson take the Stark’s Pub stage aprés-ski!

IFSA Junior 3* National
2024-03-08 07:30 - 17:00
Mad River Glen’s Ryan Hawks IFSA Junior 3* National, Friday & Saturday March 8th – 9th, 2024
Important Registration Information:

Registration Cost – $100 (Lift ticket or season pass required)
Competitors MUST have an active 2024 IFSA Membership to register for this event.
This event is limited to 100 competitors.
This competition is a two-day event.
Helmets and back protectors are mandatory.

Event Description:
Mad River Glen, the fertile crescent of big mountain skiing in New England is proud to be hosting a two-day IFSA Junior 3* National series event. Come test your mettle on the east coast’s most challenging terrain. This event is open to skiers age 12-14 and 15-18 with an active 2023 IFSA membership. The competition is named in honor of Ryan Hawks and the Flyin’ Ryan Foundation.
Age Categories:
12-14 Female & Male Ski
15-18 Female & Male Ski
Event Information:
The event is limited to 100 competitors. The top finishers from Friday will qualify for Saturday’s final. Scores from both days will be calculated to determine the overall winners. Competitors must properly wear their bib, helmet and back protector in order to compete. We will run in start order as best we can within age/gender categories, late arrivals will be sent so long as we have not moved on to another age/gender. On finals day (Saturday, March 9th) we will run in reverse order based on finishes from Friday. Bibs will be collected in the finish area both days. Start lists, venue maps and results will all be made available via Stack Team App and LiveHeats in a timely manner. Pre-purchased competitor & spectator tickets will be distributed at check-in/bib pick-up on Friday. Spectators who did not pre-purchase through the Driven registration process should visit our online store and buy in advance. Please do not wait until the end of the week to purchase. Competitors (and their support crew) who make the cut to Saturday’s finals will be given vouchers at check-in/bib pick-up to purchase tickets on Saturday. There will be no early distribution of tickets or bibs. Ticket vouchers will need to be redeemed for active tickets at the ticket booth on Saturday before loading the chairlift. The ticket booth opens at 8:00 am on weekends and 8:30 mid-week. Please note that the event timeline allows for extra time on Saturday morning to facilitate ticketing. Venue access is only permitted for event staff, patrol, authorized photographers, competitors who are properly displaying their bibs and IFSA-certified coaches. All other venue access needs to be cleared first with the Technical Director.
Competition Venues
Friday’s qualifier event will take place on Gazelle located off the top of the Sunnyside Double Chair.
Finals will take place on Saturday, the event will move over to Lift Line starting just below mid-station under the fabled Single Chair with the finish just above tower 9.
Event Timeline:
Competitor Check-in & Bib Pick-up

Friday, March 8th 7:30 – 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Saturday, March 9th 7:30 – 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox

Mandatory Competitor Meetings

Friday, March 8th at 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox
Saturday, March 9th at 8:30 on the 3rd floor of the Basebox

Course Inspection

Friday, March 8th 8:45 – 9:45 am
Saturday, March 9th 9:00 – 10:00 am

Event Start

Friday, March 8th 10:00 am
Saturday, March 9th 10:30 am

Awards/Cut Announcement

Friday, March 8th on the deck of the Single at 4:30 pm
Saturday, March 9th on the deck of the Single at 4:30 pm

EVENT SPONSORS

Free Live Music & Cabot Fondue Aprés-ski
2024-03-07 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 Jaded Ravins
February 29 Evan Jennison with Clint & Jeff (Grift)
March 7 Ragged Duo
March 14 Medicine Tribe Trio
March 21 Al’s Pals
March 28 Rob Pierce and Friends
April 4 TBD

Women's Mid-Week Alpine Clinic
2024-03-07 10:00 - 12:00
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 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15 & 29 March 7 (No session 02.22.24)
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Cost: $229 – 8 week session
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Women's Telemark Tuesday Clinic
2024-03-05 10:00 - 12:00
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 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 27 & March 5
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $229 – 8 Week Session (Valid Pass or Ticket required)
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John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day
2024-03-05
Vermont high school, middle school and elementary school students ski for FREE!
A Town Meeting Day tradition, U12 and U14 racers descend on MRG for the annual John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day Slalom Race.
This is the first slalom event of the season for U12s.

Ski School Cookie Race
2024-03-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-03-02 10:00 - 14:00
Ski school cookie races on Lark in Birdland!

Mad River Glen A 75 Year Fellowship of Skiers
2024-03-02 17:30 - 19:30
Where: Mad River Glen Basebox on the 3rd floor
Cost: Free and open to the public.
When: Saturday March 2nd at 5:30 pm, limited seating will be available, first come first served.

Women's Alpine Ski Clinic
2024-03-02 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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Parlor Skis Demo Day
2024-03-02 09:00 - 14:00
Parlor was founded on a shared passion for skiing in New England, with a focus on designing and building great products. Our goal is to share this passion with as many people as we can. Look for the Parlor tent at the end of the boardwalk as you enter the base area and take advantage of a free demo!
