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Top 10 Family-Friendly Activities in Mad River Valley

Nestled in Vermont’s picturesque landscape, the Mad River Valley beckons visitors with a promise of unforgettable adventures. Renowned for its family-friendly vibe, the valley offers a plethora of activities catering to all ages, from hiking and skiing to arts and crafts at local galleries. Our Mad River Lodges are located in the bustling center of …

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A Guide to Vermont Organic Farms in the Mad River Valley

When most people think about Vermont, skiing and hiking are usually the first things that come to mind. But if you’re planning a visit to Waitsfield, you’ll quickly discover that the farms scattered across the Mad River Valley are just as much a reason to come. From hillside blueberry fields to family-run farm stands and …

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Celebrate the MRV’s “Attitude of Gratitude”

On Thursday, June 11, the Mad River Valley community is invited to gather at the Big Picture Theater for the official launch of Attitude of Gratitude — an inspiring new…

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The Waitsfield Farmers Market and the Return of Summer in the Mad River Valley

In the Mad River Valley, we know winter better than most. We embrace it. We build our lives around it. We measure snowfall in feet, not inches. We wake early to shovel, scrape windshields in the dark, chase powder days, and settle into months of cold mornings, wood stoves, ski boots, and snowbanks that seem like they may never disappear.

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Vermont Hiking Beyond the Slopes: A Different Side of Sugarbush Resort

Most people know Sugarbush for skiing. When snow blankets Lincoln Peak and Castle Rock, the resort buzzes with skiers and snowboarders from December through April. But when the lifts stop running, and the snow melts away, Sugarbush transforms into something different: a vast network of hiking trails that climb through Green Mountain forests to ridgeline …

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Spring in Vermont: Following the Wildflowers in the Mad River Valley

When mud season finally ends in the Mad River Valley, usually sometime in early May, Vermont doesn’t ease into spring. It explodes. One week, the forest floor looks brown and dull. The next, it’s covered in wildflowers racing against time to bloom, set seed, and disappear before the trees leaf out. If you’re looking for …

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Creative Things to Do in Vermont: Galleries, Studios & Classes in Mad River Valley

When our guests look for things to do in Vermont, outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and biking usually steal the spotlight. The Mad River Valley delivers these in abundance, but there’s another side to Vermont that deserves equal attention: the creative community that transforms raw materials into art you can see, touch, and even make …

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A Fresh Take on an Old Stop: Reimagining a Gateway to the Mad River Valley

If you’ve ever headed north into the Mad River Valley on Route 100, you know the spot. That little pull-off. The old Top Gas station. Maybe you’ve grabbed a map there, maybe you’ve stretched your legs, maybe you’ve just driven by a hundred times without thinking much about it. But like a lot of things

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Reflecting on Mad River Glen’s Land Acquisition

Over the past few weeks I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to see Mad River Glen acquire the parcel of land affectionately known as the “20th Hole.” For many people it may seem like a simple real estate transaction, but for those of us who have been connected to the mountain and

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Clearwater Sports Celebrates 50 Years of Adventure in the Mad River Valley

This year, the Mad River Valley is celebrating a remarkable milestone: 50 years of Clearwater Sports — a business that has helped define outdoor recreation in Central Vermont and has…

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Welcoming Blueberry Lake Cross Country Center to the MRV Chamber of Commerce

We’re thrilled to welcome Blueberry Lake Cross Country Center as the newest member of the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce—and there’s already a lot of excitement and positive buzz…

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