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What's New at Smugglers' Notch Vermont
Summer 2009
WHAT'S NEW FOR SUMMER 2009FamilyFest Summer Vacation Package pricing rolled back five years
Families can enjoy their 2009 vacation at 2004 rates, with three nights in a one bedroom mountainside condominium for a family of four starting at $628, compared to $1065 at last year’s prices. A Family Fun Guarantee and free Travel Protection Plan add peace of mind.
Summertime fun
This Summer Smugglers’ has added the FunZone Family Entertainment Center to the roster of activities included in the FamilyFest Summer Vacation Package. The FunZone offers a wide selection of indoor attractions for all ages including climbing and bouncy inflatables such as a giant slide and obstacle course, plus a kids’ climbing wall, miniature golf and arcade games.
Stretch and Go 3 is the latest version of the Resort’s popular morning outdoor exercise routine. It’s a bit more relaxed and easier on the body for those who like to be active at a low-impact pace.
Two-day Skateboard Camp mixes instruction on fundamentals and safety with the thrill of new tricks at the Resort’s own Skate Park. The camp also includes pool time and a field trip to an off-site local skate park.
Dine with the Friendly Pirate on Monday evenings at the Mountain Grille in Smugglers’ Village. The Resort’s Friendly Pirate sings a selection of belly-laughing ditties, tells his very “punny” pirate jokes and lets Mogul Mouse and Billy Bob Bear, the Resort’s costumed characters, join in on the fun of entertaining diners tableside. (The popular Friendly Pirate Breakfast continues on Friday mornings in the Grille.)
Four new health and wellness programs highlight the use of aromatherapy, chocolate, green tea and natural scents and ingredients to relax and rejuvenate. For Summer 2009 guests may sign up for Chocolate Whimsy, Green Tea for Fun & Health, Scents of Vermont, and Beautiful You: Summer Face, Skin & Hair Care, in addition to returning favorites. Hands-on fun with many take-home goodies!
GeoCaching Adventures have expanded to include an advanced session twice weekly. A first timer session runs three times weekly. This exciting outdoor pastime uses map, compass and global positioning system skills to seek “treasures” in the terrain around the Resort and Smugglers’ Notch Pass.
Popular Via Ferrata outings have also expanded for those seeking to enjoy a challenge in the great outdoors. Smugglers’ has added advanced sessions for families and adults to existing outings for family and adult novices. Via Ferrata combines hiking, rock climbing and high ropes challenge as participants traverse local gorges, scale rocky outcroppings and walk along wooded trails.
The Giant Swing was introduced mid-Summer 2008 to rave reviews. Enjoy swinging high over the Notchville Park pool and waterslide in an arc of 100 feet.
Down on the Farm has been added to afternoon family programs with on-site demos and fun activities about life on the farm.
New Great Fun for Kids
Four new a la carte activities for kids ages 9-15 interested in outdoors adventure, nature exploration and fun. Families vacationing on the FamilyFest package receive a discount when enrolling in these outings.
- High Adventure Experience Camp - This 3-day program, guided by Resort counselors, takes youngsters soaring higher than they ever thought they could go. One day is spent at Smugglers’ own Notchville Park enjoying the Giant Swing, climbing wall, swimming and sliding on the Twister waterslide. Another day participants will explore the caves in Smugglers’ Notch Pass. A third will be spent in the thrilling Via Ferrata experience including zipline, waterfall climb, Burma Bridge gorge crossing, and rock climbing. A portion of a day will be devoted to GeoCaching, exploring the area with map, compass and global positioning system. Smuggs provides the transportation, counselors, lunch, adventure and fun! Tuesdays — Thursdays, 9am — 4pm.
- Canoe & Kayak River Day Trips - Counselors lead day trips down the Lamoille River or other waterways, depending on water flows and depths. Kids enjoy cruising on the water with friends and cool off for a swim on the way. Counselors will be there to provide canoeing and kayaking tips along with supervision. A box lunch is included along with an ice cream treat at the end of the trip. Two separate trips offered on Monday or Wednesday, 9 am — 4 pm.
- ECHO Center Day Trip - Visit the ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center in nearby Burlington guided by Smugglers’ Summer Fun University counselors. Discover 70 live species and over 100 interactive experiences with seasonally changing exhibits and events that explore the ecology, culture, and history of Lake Champlain. Tuesday, 9 am — 4 pm.
- Smuggs Saturday Swim and Sand Spectacular Tour - Go on a guided tour with Smuggs Summer Fun University counselors to some of Vermont’s local swimming holes, enjoy a picnic lunch, then head to the beach and swim in Lake Champlain at Sand Bar State Park. This is a great chance for kids to enjoy a day of sun, fun and water with their friends. Saturday, 9 am — 4 pm.
Camp Smuggs, a new residential camp for ages 9-14 - Camp Smuggs offers a weeklong supervised overnight camp integrated into the Resort’s award-winning children’s programs and other Resort activities. Kids can leave their parents at home, and enjoy a variety of fun programs and activities supervised by counselors. Camp Smuggs is offered July 12-18, July 19-25, July 26-August 1, and August 2-8, and includes meals, lodging in Resort condominiums and daytime and evening activities.
Smugglers' Summer vacation package savings and special features
Savings on childcare at Treasures nursery - Smugglers’ offers 50 percent off child care at its million-dollar nursery from June 7-27, 2009. Fully licensed by the state of Vermont, Treasures accommodates children from 6 weeks to 3 years old under the watchful eyes of trained caregivers.
Father's Day Celebration - Smugglers’ offers a Father’s Day Celebration Package from June 19-27, 2009 that includes a special gift for dads and granddads and a $100 gift certificate to the Resort’s sport shop. Families booking a vacation on the Father’s Day Celebration Package will enjoy a Vermont-style dinner, 50 percent off child care at Treasures, a Father’s Day breakfast buffet on a selected day, and an arrival gift from award-winning Cabot Cheese of Vermont.
Celebrate history! From June 28 through July 12, celebrate history at Smuggs. Enjoy our signature 4th of July entertainment for families, with a parade and fair in town followed by a barbecue, music by Vermont’s own 40th Army Band and fireworks to conclude the holiday evening. We’re also celebrating French explorer Samuel de Champlain’s discovery of the lake that bears his name with family activities focusing on the explorer and the history and culture of our region. For more information, visit
www.smuggs.com/summer/celebrate
Smugglers' Notch Resort, an Environmental Leader!
In 2008 Smugglers' received the Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence and Pollution Prevention for our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. These efforts include building energy efficient condominium homes, reducing use of diesel compressors in snowmaking, and initiating the SkiCool program to offset our visitors' carbon emissions related to a day of skiing or boarding.
This award follows on the heels of our designation in 2006 as a Vermont Business Business Environmental Leader in 2006 in recognition of the Resort's efforts to promote good environmental stewardship. The designation recognizes that Smugglers' has met rigorous standards in the areas of pollution prevention, regulatory compliance, and environmental management practices such as recycling. Smugglers' is only the second business in Vermont to receive this award. Our efforts continue on the environmental front, and we encourage you to read about them at www.smuggs.com/environment
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