Hugh's Views - Smugglers' Notch Vermont

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More snow is on the way

Posted January 24, 2019 at 9:58 am

The forecast from the National Weather Service

Today

Rain and snow before 1 pm, then rain between 1 pm and 2 pm, then snow after 2 pm. Temperature falling to around 30 by 5 pm. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Tonight

Snow likely before 8 pm, then a chance of snow showers between 8 pm and midnight. Cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 12. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Friday

A 40 percent chance of snow showers, mainly after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 20. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible.

Lifts and Trails

Today we have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 6 lifts operating, including the Madonna I lift. We have 44 trails open today with terrain for all ability levels. Surface conditions are variable and machine groomed with average base depths of 24 to 54 inches. 30 trails have been groomed for today, including Smugglers’ Alley, Thomke’s, and Garden Path for a grand total of 120 acres of freshly groomed terrain.

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229 inches of snowfall this season so far

Posted January 23, 2019 at 5:40 pm

Tony enjoying the great snow

New Snow

We received 2 inches of new snow today and 29 inches in the past 6 days.

Lifts and Trails

Weather permitting tomorrow we plan to be 100 percent open with top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 6 lifts operating, including the Madonna I lift. We plan to have all 78 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. Surface conditions are packed powder and powder with average base depths of 30 to 64 inches. 30 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, including Ruthie’s, Snow Snake, and Thomke’s for a grand total of 120 acres of freshly groomed terrain.

Chris finds the goods in the woods

Weather

Currently it is 23 degrees at the summit of Sterling with light snow and winds of 10 to 20 mph. Tomorrow’s forecast is calling for rain early then turning to snow with 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible and temperatures between 27 and 37 degrees. Temperatures will be falling throughout the day.

Snow Reporter testing the product

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100 percent open

Posted January 23, 2019 at 10:52 am

Alex Martin of Smuggs TV having fun filming on Madonna Mountain this morning

Lifts and Trails

We have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 6 lifts operating. We have all 78 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. Surface conditions are packed powder and powder with average base depths of 30 to 64 inches. 35 trails have been groomed for today, including Smugglers’ Alley, Ruthie’s, and Black Snake for a grand total of 140 acres of freshly groomed terrain.

New Snow

We received 1 to 2 inches of new snow this morning and 29 inches in the past 6 days.

Weather

Currently it is 21 degrees at the summit of Sterling with flurries and winds of 5 to 10 mph. Today’s forecast is calling for light snow 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible with temperatures between 20 and 31 degrees.

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Sunshine. Scenery. Smiles.

Posted January 22, 2019 at 5:32 pm

Lunch on the Black Bear Patio with the Cohens. Barry is a big fan of the Hot Chocolate and Anna and Jade like the Chipotle Tomato soup.

Rockin’ Ron for Hugh. I spent day 2 skiing with my friends the Cohens from Philadelphia, PA. I met them 15 years ago during their summer week at Smuggs. Then we skied together when they came up the following winter and just about every winter since. We’ve also enjoyed Smuggs events together like the Top of Notch Snowshoe Dinner, Marko’s Magic Shows, and Goodtime Charlie shows. They are proud long-time Smugglers. On my way to meet them I saw another long-time Smuggler, Anna Willis. In the past 8 years, she’s worked in several departments.

Jade is all smiles as she gets ready to ski Smugglers’ Alley and then Poachers Woods.

Jade is picking her lines in Poachers Woods. This was our trail pick today.

Long-time Smuggler Anna Willis has worked at Treasures Child Care, the Country Store, and now she’s a LIFTIE! Not only that, she’s been skiing and riding here for 15 years (that’s over two thirds of her life).

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Clear and Cold

Posted January 22, 2019 at 10:05 am

Good Morning from Morse Mountain!

Rockin’ Ron for Hugh. Weather… we’ve had it. 27 inches of POW in the past 5 days and some “nippy” temps too. Temps will be rising throughout the day but the sun may go into hiding. I had a great run on Pirate’s Plank yesterday and I highly recommend any gladed trail for your skiing and riding enjoyment.

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Smugglers’ Notch Adaptive Program

Posted January 21, 2019 at 11:19 am

Smugglers’ Notch Adaptive Program (SNAP)

Our adaptive program provides therapeutic recreation for children and adults of all abilities.

Experiences are tailored to meet the needs and goals of each individual. Some campers/students may require two counselors/instructors, while others may be appropriately paired with one counselor.

We also offer an inclusion program with our ski and snowboard programs for children. This gives a child with special needs the opportunity to socialize with his/her peers while still maintaining the support he/she needs through the adaptive program.

There is no age limit for the program. Half and full day lessons are available. Our highly trained instructors will evaluate each individual’s needs and goals and determine their equipment requirements. Smugglers’ Adaptive Program maintains an inventory of adaptive equipment including mono-skis, bi-skis and a slider. Snowboarding is also available.

Advanced reservations are required in order to meet each individuals needs. Due to popular demand we have limited space during our peak weeks. Reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Please make your reservation as early as possible. The adaptive camp/lesson must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. No refund will be given within 24 hours of the start of camp/lesson.

For further information about our school programs, pricing information, or to book a reservation please call the Smugglers’ Adaptive Program directly at (802)644-8502 or email Shawna Fatigate, Program Manager

Lifts and Trails

Weather permitting tomorrow we plan to have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 6 lifts operating, including the Madonna 1 lift. All lifts will have a delayed opening tomorrow morning until 10 am due to the cold snap. Temperatures will be rising throughout the day. We plan to have all 78 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. Surface conditions are powder and packed powder with average base depths of 30 to 64 inches. 37 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, including Upper Drifter, Thomke’s Express, and Snow Snake for a grand total of 142 acres of freshly groomed terrain.

Weather

Currently it is -16 degrees at the summit of Sterling with light snow and winds of 10 to 20 mph. Tomorrow’s forecast is sunny skies early with increasing clouds later in the day and temperatures between -15 and +10 degrees.

New snow

We received 4 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours and 27 inches in the past 4 days!

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Sir Henry’s Learning Hill

Posted January 21, 2019 at 10:12 am

Snow Sport University Ski Instructor Dara with her class

Lifts and Trails

The Madonna I and Madonna II lift are presently on cold hold. We have 78 skiable trails and 46 lift accessible trails open today. We have 6 lifts operating today, including the Sterling T-Bar. Surface conditions are powder and packed powder with average base depths of 30 to 64 inches. 146 acres of freshly groomed terrain.

New Snow

We received 10 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours and 25 inches in the past 4 days.

Weather

Currently it is -19 degrees at the summit of Sterling with flurries and winds of 10 to 20 mph. Today’s forecast is light snow with 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible and temperatures between -16 and 0 degrees. Bundle up and enjoy the amazing conditions!

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Does it get any better than this?

Posted January 20, 2019 at 5:41 pm

Smuggs Family Fun

New Snow

We received 18 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours, 23 inches in the past 3 days, and 221 inches this season so far!

Lifts and Trails

We will be 100 percent open tomorrow we plan to have top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with all 78 trails open. Surface conditions are powder and packed powder with average base depths of 30 to 64 inches. 40 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, that’s a grand total of 146 acres of freshly groomed terrain.

Air drop

Weather

Currently it is snowing and 0 degrees at the summit of Sterling with light snow and winds of 10 to 20 mph. Tonight’s forecast is light snow with 2″ of accumulation possible. Tomorrow’s forecast is light snow and another 2 inches of accumulation possible with temperatures between -10 and +3 degrees.

Snow Reporter trying to figure out base depths

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#smuggslove

Posted January 20, 2019 at 5:33 pm

I would like you to meet Sheena Petal and her 1 year old daughter Addie. Four years ago on a very cold day Addie’s parents Sheena and Jay took a Cat Trax Tour to the top of Madonna Mountain. I was on that Cat Trax Tour with Sheena and Jay. When we got in the heated cabin of the groomer they informed us that they were going to get married on top of the mountain. They had a Justice of the Peace along with them to perform the ceremony. I remember joking with them on the cat ride up the mountain that it was not going to rain on your wedding day. It was a beautiful ceremony and one I will never forget. The funny thing is last night on the Cat Trax Tour up Madonna Mountain, I was telling the story of Sheena and Jay getting married when it was -25 degrees. Then today I ran into Sheena and Addie in front of Treasures Day Care. I told Sheena that I was just talking about you! Sheena and Jay have been coming to Smuggs ever since getting married here. Sheena and Addie were going to check out Treasures Day Care, so that Mommy and Daddy could go make some turns. It was wonderful to run into you and Addie today!

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Everything is open

Posted January 20, 2019 at 10:53 am

Headwall on Upper Madonna Liftline

We are 100 percent open with top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with all 8 lifts operating. We have all 78 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. We received 12 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours and 17 inches in the past 3 days! Amazing conditions! Today’s snowfall prediction in now 10 to 15 inches!

Tony having fun in the Black Hole

Ken blasting through a drift on Madonna

Powder Hound