Explore Smuggs Magazine Winter 2018/19 by Smugglers' Notch

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Welcome

ARTICLES LUCKY IN #smuggslove

NATURALLY ARTISTIC Painting a picture of the art scene around Smugglers’

JOINING FORCES in the name of #smuggslove

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Explore Smuggs Magazine Winter 2018/19

Creative Design & Layout: Priscilla Emerling Garrett Beeman Editor: Mike Chait Contributors: Greg Fatigate Justin Marsh Matias O’Din Vicky Parra Tebbetts Copy Editor: Stacy Maynard Advertising: Steve Clokey 802.644.1119, sclokey@smuggs.com Sarah Thomas 802.644.1079, sthomas@smuggs.com Printing: The Offset House – Essex, VT Cover Photo: Jim Deshler, deshlerphotography.com Smugglers’ Notch Resort 4323 Route 108 South Smugglers’ Notch, VT 05464 802-644-8851  1-800-451-8752 www.smuggs.com

Printed on 10% post-consumer recycled paper. When you are finished reading your copy of Explore Smuggs magazine, please pass it along to a friend or dispose of it in an appropriate recycling container. ©2018 All rights reserved. Any reproduction of articles or other features of this magazine is prohibited without written permission of the publisher. America’s Family Resort is a service mark; and Smugglers’ Notch Vermont, Smugglers’ Notch Resort, Smuggs, Got Kids?, Snow Sport University, and the accompanying designs are registered service marks of Smugglers’ Notch Management, LTD, and Smugglers’ Notch Management Company, Inc.

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WHAT CAN I SAY BESIDES “WOW!” I’m wowed by our staff, wowed by our friends, family, and our community of Smugglers. We are once again honored to be declared the Best Resort in the East by the readers of SKI Magazine, as well as #1 Family Friendly! We couldn’t do it without YOU. Your feedback, support, and enthusiasm is what got us here and continues to help us develop award-winning family programming year after year. The love is in the air at Smugglers’; just ask any of the families who choose to return year after year. I hope you find this issue of Explore Smuggs to be a useful guide for where to dine and shop, and what to do around the Resort. The articles in this magazine are written to help define just what we’re here to do. To provide a fun and welcoming environment for your family to visit, where there is no shortage of things to do together or each on your own. We love what we do, and even more, we love sharing it with you. If you’ve ever shared a lift with one of our Ski Patrollers, I imagine you’ve had the chance to experience just how dedicated our rescue team is to their role here at Smugglers’. Vicky Tebbetts takes a look at an experience she had with Smugglers’ Patrol and explains why our team was recognized nationally as the Most Outstanding Small Alpine Patrol in the nation. Another example of how the Smugglers’ team truly puts their hearts into what they do here.

Perhaps you’ve had the chance to see some of the art that covers the walls around our Village. Justin Marsh breaks down the local art scene and why it plays such an important role in our community. From local galleries and shops to the new Silo Project in downtown Jeffersonville, artists and art-lovers flock to this area. Find out where to go for top art in the area. Did you meet your love here at Smugglers’? I know many who have. Simply put, there are generations that are built right here at the Resort. Our public relations director Mike Chait shares a story of three happy couples who all got engaged to be married on the same day, right here on the mountain. Look for generations of Smugglers to come from these newlyweds in the future! Single dad, Matias O’Din gives a view on summertime at Smugglers’. In his story, he covers the importance that water plays in this community and more specifically, his family. Hear just how adorable daughters see life at Smugglers’ when the weather turns hot.

Fatigate explains how his love for the 3 mountains at Smugglers’ outlines a routine. Read about why he feels our team of instructors is so special, and just why being here makes his heart and soul happy. Should this guide not provide you the insight into your plans while staying with us, should you find yourself interested in the businesses listed in this magazine, or have any questions about the places and things to do listed throughout, I encourage you to ask any of our staff around the Resort. Furthermore, feel free to share with them your feelings during the time your family spends with us. Together, your experiences and feedback help us stay focused on family fun.

Bill Stritzler Owner and managing director

Rounding out the perspective on #smuggslove, Snow Sport University training manager, Greg

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Ski Patrol is honored this year with the National Ski Patrol “Most Outstanding Small Alpine Patrol” award. Only one resort in the United States wins annually in each size category, and it’s a big deal. It’s huge for them, and it’s huge for us Smuggs skiers and riders.

LUCKYin

#SMUGGSlove by Vicky Parra Tebbetts

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There are so many thrilling days on Smugglers’ slopes… first light’s fresh air, fresh cruisers, and fresh hot chocolate at the Top of the Notch on Sterling Mountain. Mornings of stretching out kinks to make way for adventure; exhilarating afternoons capped off by last light’s breathtaking sunsets that reflect on the mountains, stark and clear. But it’s amazing how quickly adventure can transform into misadventure. Sometimes you didn’t sleep well, sometimes the morning is cold and gray and you’re not up for it. Almost always, a series of events occurs that makes mishaps just a little more likely.

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“The faces behind goggles blend together, but filled with #smuggslove

their hearts are huge, and their network is tight.”

On February 5 my energy was pretty low. But I suited up and took my place in the lift line because I wanted nothing more than to ski with my teen, in part fueled by the fact that he wanted only to ski with… me? Yeah me, go me! Alden and I are tight and love our on-slope adventures. But my timing wasn’t tight that day. First run on Sterling, coming off the lift as I have thousands of times, things fell out of place. An off-center landing, a pop and a snap and my knee wasn’t working. As I struggled to arrange my skis to get up, several frosted beards and a mustache loomed over me. They asked me if I thought I could ski down the mountain and I glared at them through my goggles, wrestling in a tangle with my skis and legs — that for the first time, weren’t arranging themselves in the way I wanted them. I mustered all my will to get up. Nothing. I broke my silence with a groundswell of profanity. That was the first of many times I swore that day, and the first words ski patrol heard from me. I felt like the dumbest, clumsiest, most unlucky person alive. But in some ways, I knew I was lucky… because the answer I finally had to give was no, I could not ski down the mountain. I’m not one to admit defeat, but help was at my fingertips and I did not want to dismiss it. Of all the ways a helping hand can manifest, Smuggs owns it. Ski Patrol is honored this year with the National Ski Patrol’s “Most Outstanding Small Alpine Patrol” award. Only one resort in the United States wins annually in each size category, and it’s a big deal. It’s huge for them, and it’s huge for us Smuggs skiers and riders.

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Dave Sills, Smugglers’ retired patrol director and rep to the National Ski Patrol, says that in more than half a century of patrol history, most of the members of Smuggs Ski Patrol have had the opportunity to take the lead as new generations of fathers and daughters, mothers and sons, join the ranks of wearing the red coat. Over the past four years, 94% of the members of Smuggs patrol have returned, and their awards, offices, and advisorships total over a dozen in the recent past. They grew up skiing Smuggs and it is their home: “This patrol is a lucky bunch. This patrol considers itself lucky to live in the mountains, lucky to be skiers, lucky to be ski patrollers.” I wasn’t lucky with my left ACL that day in February. As they folded me into a sled, strapping my leg between wooden splints to immobilize it, wrapping a blue plastic tarp over my body so only my helmeted head was still present, I could only breathe. Deep breaths will get you through claustrophobia. I’ve practiced rhythmic breathing on the subway, in line for a concert, in Boston’s Callahan Tunnel at rush hour; and now, I’ve breathed through a ride on a hard, red ski patrol sled. I stared into the top of the tiny spruce pines coated with rime ice. The trees grew vaster and the sky opened up as we made our way down the mountain. There was a swoosh and I was looking up at the roof of patrol headquarters. Accidents aside, the whole thing is a bit bewildering. Nobody wants to be the person on the sled, the person to whom, from the bird’s-eye view from the lift, you see patrol being dispatched. After that, you don’t think much about it. You don’t think about who those pros are, what drives them. Even after you meet them, you don’t really know who they are other than being the Patrol. As a guest of Smuggs patrol, if you’re lucky you could meet volunteers with local rescue squads, medical doctors, Red Cross CPR instructors, Special Olympics volunteers, the chair of the Ski Museum, and dozens upon dozens of community volunteers. The faces behind goggles blend together, but filled with #smuggslove, their hearts are huge, and their network is tight.

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United by passion to serve and love for the mountain, Smuggs patrollers work together as ambassadors of fun and safety. Education, health, and personalized attention top the list of priorities. Sills notes that being recognized as the most outstanding patrol in the United States is an honor… but it’s also a reminder of how lucky they are. At Smuggs, we’re all lucky to be part of the story. We are skiers, riders, and employees, and together we are people: women, men, kids, and patrol. We come together to share experiences, make memories, and build new relationships. Our collective spirit is manifested in our love for the outdoors, our belief in getting out there, and our hope for an awesome day. My son had alerted my family on Morse and as my red-coated people dropped me off at my condo, my family was waiting. It was Super Bowl Sunday. Out came the ice bags and the ski pole as a crutch, out came the wine, brews, and cheese. I declined any more immediate treatment in favor of rest. I peered around my elevated leg from my section of the couch, and our pride swelled along with my leg as we watched the Pats top the Falcons by six points. In the end, I apologized for all the swearing to the men and women of Smugglers’ Ski Patrol who took care of me, assuring them that I’m not that bad a person. I wasn’t at my best that day. After all, as human beings — human doings — we all sign that social contract to be respectful and respectable. We are not perfect, but we can try our best. Dave Sills says that Smuggs Patrol is the best ultimately because of their love of the mountains and the sport of skiing. Ski Patrol affords its members the opportunity to do something they love, so the rest of us can do the skiing and riding that we can’t live without. February 5 will remain in my memory as the day I lost my ACL. The day I was unwillingly united with the helmets and goggles that move mountains to help, when you can’t move yourself. We call it #smuggslove — mountains of love. That’s a lot of love! With a whole lot of PT and yoga, Vicky Parra Tebbetts hikes, bikes, and skis on two legs and one ACL from her home base in Cabot, Vermont.

“This patrol considers itself lucky to live in the mountains, lucky to be skiers, lucky to be ski patrollers.”

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$49 per person, recommended for ages 6 & older. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Weather permitting. Advance registration required, stop by the Guest Service Desk or call ext. 1293. Additional trips may be added once the scheduled departures are full. Please check with the Guest Service Desk, ext. 1293, for more information and additional times.

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The double chair is an iconic symbol of Smugglers’. Loved and embraced by so many, while certainly opposed by others. One thing we can all agree on however, is our tried and true two-seaters keep the riffraff out, allowing for those who truly appreciate the mountain experience to travel uphill in peace and harmony. What sets these chairs apart from others? Well, for one, there’s lots of opportunities we’re lucky enough to have. Riding the chair, we become captive to the mountain. Here are 10 things you can do to help make the most of that time.

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Enjoy a cup of soup Step one: grab a cup to go. Step two: savor that warm treat sipby-sip. Step three: revel in the fact that you’ve successfully kept warm while simultaneously saving down-time for more runs.

Go on a first date 10-15 minutes is just enough time for a first date. If things get awkward, give the old, “well, see you later!” at the top and enjoy your ride down — single and ready to mingle.

Call your mother She’s worried sick!

Have a good cry Cat recently pass away? Missing your youngest as he/she is now off to college? Grab a solo chair and cry it out. There’s no better way to lift your spirits back up than a fun run down! Compliment the people below you See something you like? Maybe a jacket or a cool trick? Let that person know you’ve noticed. It could brighten their day! explore • 23

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Call in sick The only way to guarantee enough time for another run. Or eight.

Meet your future spouse It’s happened before and it’ll happen again. Maybe this time to you!

Have “the talk” with your kid Hey, they’re a captive audience. Capitalize on that! Plus, break the weirdness with some moguls on Smuggs Alley.

Write a song Ever notice how singing while making powder turns is a surefire way to turn the fun up to 11? Avoid paying royalties by writing some originals.

Relax and enjoy the views Possibly the most conventional suggestion of the bunch, take this time to soak it all in and enjoy your time with nature. You are in the Heart of Vermont, after all.

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The South Silo on Depot Street in Jeffersonville

NATURALLY ARTISTIC:

Painting a picture

of the art scene around Smugglers’ Nestled at the base of Mount Mansfield, with lush pastures along river valleys of open spaces, is a community that for more than a century has brought artists from around the world to celebrate the scenes with their medium of choice. Landscapes with features like covered bridges, babbling creeks, and idyllic red barns spatter the rolling hills year-round, looking magnificent no matter the seasonal surroundings — whether it be a fresh coat of pillowy snow, fiery maple leaves, or the brilliant waves of green brought by the warmth and sunlight. It’s no wonder the lands have been adored for decades and become the sources of inspiration for many artists both past and present. by Justin Marsh

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Since the early 19th Century, artists who paint en plein air, translated from French as in open air, have been lured to the Northern Green Mountains of Vermont to set up their easels outside to capture the scenes for lifetimes to come. Cambridge and its village, Jeffersonville, has long been considered a mecca for such artists. Aldro Hibbard, Emile Gruppe, and Alden Bryan brought the scenes to life on canvas several decades ago, while current local artists like Karen Winslow, Peter Miller, and Eric Tobin keep the tradition alive. This past March, a collective of plein air artists, some from as far away as Russia, descended upon the area for an informal residency to paint the scenes of the area. The group produced dozens of paintings over the course of a few weeks, culminating in a well-attended reception and a show that spring. The event was the latest of several attention-getting art spectacles for the area. Perhaps the most notable was 2016’s “The Silo Project” — a two-year process of adding murals to two abandoned concrete silos in the village of Jeffersonville. The project was made possible through a grant received by the Cambridge Arts Council from the Vermont Arts Council. The group engaged the community in the process every step of the way, from gathering ideas of what would adorn the massive canvases, to selecting the artist who would ultimately implement the project. The silos, differentiated as the North Silo (near the roundabout intersection of Routes 15 and 108) and the South Silo (behind the Union Bank on Depot Street) received their facelift during the summer of 2016 by Rochester, NY artist Sarah C. Rutherford. Rutherford, who has ties to the area from her residency at the Vermont Studio Center in Johnson as well as learning to ski at Smugglers’ Notch Resort, created the concept for the silos based on historical research of the area and feedback from the community. The two silos’ art honors the area’s past, present, and future with scenes of an aging farmer, a young person, and local landmarks, flora, and fauna. At a combined 5,000 square feet, the project is Vermont’s largest outdoor mural. Since its unveiling, visitors from all corners of the earth have flocked to Jeffersonville. The Silo Project has solidified what had been quietly developing here for years upon years — a community where art thrives and is fostered. In the 1980s, local artist Alden Bryan opened the Bryan Memorial Gallery on Main Street in Jeffersonville in memory of his late wife and fellow artist, Mary Bryan. Jane Shaw was the gallery’s curator and manager for two decades before transitioning

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to serve on their board. In 2006, she opened her own gallery, Visions of Vermont, also on Main Street. The two galleries have been a consistent staple on the oft-changing commercial makeup of downtown Jeffersonville. And while both galleries feature magnificent works of art of a more traditional slant or definition, artisans in a broader sense have found their place here as well. Homegrown Jewelry, owned by Francesca D’Elia, is showcased at Visions of Vermont. D’Elia

studied under Silvio and Teresa Mazzarese, fine jewelers who own Mazzarese Jewelry Design and Vermont Jewelry School, both located on Iris Lane. Their artistry takes on a special connection to placemaking, as Silvio harvests serpentine gems from the local river beds and transforms them in flawless works of arts to be worn. Next door to the Mazzarese’s studio is C.H. Diegel Photography’s Green Mountain Light Gallery. Owner Chris

Diegel had been photographing the local area since 2011 capturing breathtaking landscape shots and selling his work in local shops and restaurants, at farmers markets, and art shows. In 2016, he opened a storefront studio that just this year moved to the Smugglers’ Notch area from its original location on Route 100 in Morristown. The move to Jeffersonville is a natural fit for the photographer who lives here in town and is responsible for documenting the area’s best.

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Meanwhile back on Main Street, Two Sisters Mill & Mercantile bring fiber arts to the community, knitting art into the landscape in a unique way. The shop features dozens of inimitable local fiber artists and artisans (take Octagon Farm’s mushroom-dyed fiber for an example) as well as offering countless workshops, classes, and drop-in spaces. And a bit of everything can be found at various locations around town, including the Artists’ Medium Art Shop on Old Route 15 in Cambridge. Inside the spacious gift shop is a mixture of fine arts ranging from woodwork, jewelry, framed art, prints, and more. Other places to check out for an assortment of artful inspirations ranging from handmade wooden sleds to greeting cards are Peddler Gifts and the Jeffersonville Country Store, both on Main Street in Jeffersonville. Lastly, no trip to Smugglers’ Notch Resort is complete without perusing the Smuggs Country Store. Find gems from great local artisans spanning mediums from pottery and fiber to stone and photography. It’s no wonder this special place has been a haven for the arts for centuries. The rousing landscapes offer artists a place to be inspired by their work, and their masterpieces are a humble reminder of its importance for the generations to come. Justin Marsh is a board member of the Cambridge Arts Council. Since 1996, the Cambridge Arts Council has supported the arts and the artists of the area with the mission of celebrating art and community. Its flagship event is the annual Festival of the Arts, an open-air fine arts festival in Jeffersonville, which will celebrate its 11th year in August.

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Anyone who identifies as a skier or snowboarder will likely agree; time spent on the mountain is like a secret love affair; solidified by long stares, daydreaming, and desire. People find excuses to sneak away for a few runs or stay on the ski slopes just a little bit longer. The mountain speaks soft murmurs of sensuality, whispering her call like a siren in the night. Sure there are those days when things get a bit hostile, like those ominous, windy rides on the chairlift. Or the days when it snows so hard, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re nearly buried by the time you unload at the top of the mountain, but what deep rooted relationship doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have these moments, almost certainly overcome by passion, support, and love? by Mike Chait

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I hear it often, “There’s something different about Smugglers’ Notch. Something magical about that place.” I’ve even said it myself. And I believe it. Smugglers’ is a place where people can put their differences aside and agree on one unifying point: it IS magic here. Lasting friendships, unexpected careers, newfound interests (biking, hiking disc, golf), all happen at Smugglers’. Generations are built here. In some cases, 3 generations deep or more. Smugglers’ really is the Heart of Vermont. It’s a place that kindles love. Love for the outdoors, love for adventure, love for taking it easy; for appreciating the simplicities of life. There are stories of kids meeting in the Summer Fun University programs as toddlers, remaining summertime friends for decades, and ultimately going on to marry and start families. Not just one happy couple, either. There are employees here for “just one season” who are now going on 20+ years of marriage. Moves have been made across the ocean in the name of #smuggslove. It’s everywhere here. What is it about this place that does it? Are Smugglers just a friendlier bunch? Are the activities so good that they break down barriers turning strangers into old friends? Or is it that our double chairs put the emphasis on the ride down, keeping crowds humble? One thing is for sure, there’s something in the air here, on the snow, and in the woods. On a chilly day in February of 2018, something really special happened. Three sets of Smugglers got engaged in separate instances that occurred on the mountain—all in the same day. Now, engagements on ski hills are nothing out of the ordinary. While Smuggs tends to see more of these than many other resorts, that’s not what’s so unique about this day. Dana and Clayton: a tale of adventure. But first, a little back story. Dana and Clayton met when they both moved to Vermont to work as snowboard instructors for Snow Sport University. Dana had made the move back east from Mount Hood, Oregon, and Clay from “nearby” Pennsylvania. The two had never met before having the opportunity to coach together at Smugglers’, but they hit it off quick. Fast forward a few years and the two made a life decision to move closer to family, reluctantly saying their goodbyes to Smugglers’. Then one day, Clay reached out. I hadn’t seen his communication as anything out of the ordinary since the couple typically would make a few pilgrimages back north in a season. Then he dropped a bomb. “Dana and I are coming up in February and I’m going to propose. I need you to get together with Kim [Kim Martin, snowboard coach/colleague and professional photographer] and scout some locations where I can do it. I want an iconic Smuggs scene. Dana has no idea. Can you do this for me?” Immediately we began brainstorming what would become a quintessential example of the loving community at Smugglers’. Together from afar, we selected a location thanks to texted photographs and short communications. We would need to use the readily available debris from a recent storm, to build a blind to hide the photographer while Clay seemingly took Dana to one of their favorite spots to “soak in views” of the Notch. In true Smuggler form, we nailed it in just a short time. Here’s where the #smuggslove is absolutely apparent. A guy reaches out to old friends, whom never would have known each other if it weren’t for the mountain. He asks a favor which takes quite a bit of

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planning, preparation, and execution. Not once did anyone involved so much as bat an eye. Just another day, just another adventure; and a celebration of love. As the day approached for Clayton to execute his plan, during a weekly meeting of the Smugglers’ marketing team, longtime Smuggler, Nancy IllemannRock reached out to the team for advice. Her niece, Courtney’s, boyfriend Casey had mentioned to her while in town from North Carolina that he had planned to propose that same weekend day. “I need a photographer.” Illemann said. “My great niece, who grew up vacationing on these slopes is being proposed to out on the frozen [Sterling] Pond.” Clearly, there was one person just right for the job. Kim got right to work with Nancy and her soonto-be nephew to devise the perfect plan. Using Illemann’s professional status as marketing director, they would convince Courtney that she and Casey would be models for a photo shoot to be used in an upcoming brochure. “Just look like a happy couple and I’ll take some photos. Very natural-like.” Martin would say, as Casey dropped to one knee and popped the question. It went off without a hitch. Courtney said “yes” and the real photo shoot commenced. Meanwhile, the ambitious photographer would then swing through Parking Lot 1 to change out of her “marketing attire,” change socks, and into a warmer (camouflage) jacket so she could hide out and wait for Clayton and Dana. Back to that in a moment.

Damian was sitting that Winter out on the disabled list, so clearly, he was the last person Natalia would expect to see atop Smugglers’ highest peak. Before she could receive an explanation, Damian would drop to one knee and propose. From there, the whole family took to the Black Bear Tavern for drinking, songs, and merriment. Damian’s plan would never have worked out if it hadn’t been for a team effort on the part of Smugglers’ Mountain Operations team. It’s not easy to get someone to the top of that mountain who isn’t able to ski down! With little planning time, the team in mountain operations went out of their way, in the name of #smuggslove. The celebration. The love in the air was apparent in Parking Lot 1 that day. Dana and Clayton rode their boards down from their sacred “love nest,” photographer in tow, and were welcomed by a crowd of friends, family, and even some strangers. Some had traveled long and far to partake in the celebration, others from just down the way. The crew celebrated late into the evening over drinks, stories, and a warm fire; kindled by love, companionship, and the satisfaction of knowing we’re not alone in experiencing this magical place. In fact, there’s no better community to share this with, than our family of Smugglers. Mike Chait is going on 16 years with Smugglers’ and currently serves as public relations director. He, too, met his wife on these slopes, and they’ve been married for ten years. Together, they have a daughter who is a happy snowboard camper throughout her Winters here at Smuggs.

Now, let’s take a trip to the top of Madonna, where a man in sneakers and sweatpants stands, patiently waiting for a young lady to unload, ready to descend on skis.

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Full bar and table service available for a selection of sandwiches, individual woodfired pizzas, salads, snacks, soups, chili, apps and beverages. Featuring the largest variety of beer and cider in the area with 32 varieties available (20 draft tap lines and 12 packaged offerings).

Sun. - Thurs. 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Fri. & Sat. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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sport parties with music, trivia, prize giveaways, and more! It’s a great

place to meet other riders and skiers and some of the locals.

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BREAK OUT THE POPSICLES AND HEAD FOR THE POOL Dadness in the Heart of Vermont

You’d think that I’d be used to these things happening by now, but after two decades of coming to Smugglers’ Notch — first as a kid and now with my own kids — I’m still and always pleasantly surprised when they do …

by Matias O’Din

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You smile and nod as you cross paths with another guest on your morning hike. Say, “Good day for it,” when you see them again that afternoon at the Country Fair. And later that evening when you’re seated next to that same guest at dinner trading stories — the Watermelon Walk was a blast, and if you could just pitch a tent at Rum Runners’ Hideaway and live there for the rest of the summer, you would — you discover that you’re both staying in Slopeside and decide to keep the conversation going in an hour or so (you’ll both bring beer)…

“What did they do before fans?” My seven-year-old. Smart kid. “Well, they —” “I like pop-thickles…” My two-year-old. Equally smart. “Me, too, Isla,” I said. And then, turning back to Sofi, “Well, before fans people would wait until the sun went down to cook and they’d spend a lot of time sitting on covered porches, or if there was a river nearby they’d go there to swim and cool off and stay there as long as they could… they’d just live there.”

That feeling of familiarity comes quickly here and lingers long after you leave… (For all of the amazing scenery and activities for the family, I think that, as much as anything else, is what has kept me coming back for so many years.) And it happened again this past Summer, when the heat index soared, finally settling at an unbelievable (especially in Vermont) 106 degrees Fahrenheit. I’ll get back to that in a minute… My daughters, age two and seven, and I had basically been hunkered down in the condo all morning, sucking on popsicles and salting the watermelon… (“Trust me, honey, this is how they do it in the South— they know what it means to be hot in the South!”) We were on vacation, so it’s not like I was going to keep them indoors all day, but with the temperature outside being what it was, and the fact that I’m a single dad—I just didn’t feel like chasing them around in that heat—I was alright with letting them (okay… letting us) soak up a bit more of the a/c. “Daddy?” “Yeah, Sofi?” “What did they do before air conditioning?” “They blew fans over bowls of ice, I think. I would, anyway.”

“What about the pool?” “If they had one. Sure.” “Daddy?” “Yes, love.” “Can we go to the pool?” Dang. Perfect setup. I take it back — she’s not a smart kid, she’s a smarter-than-me kid. “I take my pop-thickle?” I thought about it for all of half a second… “Yes, and yes. I’ll grab the towels.” [Chorus of “Yay!’’]

LIFE ON THE WATER (WITH TINY HUMANS) I love the Mountainside Water Playground, especially doing the solo adult thing with two podlings in tow. Because while my seven-year-old pretty much wanted to spend the day in the pool with her new friends (and talk about how she was totally going to go down the waterslide… at some point) my two-year-old was psyched to just splash around in Little Smugglers’ Lagoon. No problem—a bit of anxiety, maybe, but no problem—Sofi’s a good swimmer for her age (and I still make her wear arm-floaties, anyway).

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I can see her (it’s super close) and the sound of the figurative helicopter gets farther and farther away… Oh, and of course there are plenty of lifeguards on duty. But, none of that withstanding, it hardly mattered. Because walking in we ran into Rudy and his daughter, Stella… And Jim and his daughter Amelia and his son Lowell… And Kristin and Coral… “Good day for it,” I said. “Just you here with the girls today, Matt?” “Yeah, well — hold on, sweetheart! Daddy’s talking…” Isla was pulling at my swim trunks, “I wanna go to da ‘goon!” “Bro.” Jim said, “Go. We’ve got Sofi.” “You sure?” “I’m sure. Go! That kid is ready.” I have to admit, ‘pleasantly surprised’ doesn’t quite cut it here — it’d be more accurate to say downright grateful. So while Sofi practiced her backstroke in the crazy-deep part of the pool (read: held onto the side where the water tops out at about 4 feet) surrounded by three other parents who made a point of giving me the thumbs up every few minutes, Isla and I explored the cave in da ‘goon and experimented with physics (read: stepped on one water jet to make the others go higher). If you’ve ever experienced a moment like this at Smuggs—and if you haven’t, I highly recommend it — then you know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s not uncommon. And it’s the kind of moment that’ll keep us coming back to the Heart of Vermont for another two decades…

WHEN ARE WE COMING BACK, DADDY? “Okay, kids. We gotta go. It’s getting on towards dark and you need something to eat.” I looked at Isla. “Besides popsicles.” “Can we go to the bonfire tonight, dad?” Sofi asked. “Amelia’s going.” “We’ll talk about it on our way back to the air conditioning.” And we did talk about it. But, if I’m being honest, I’d already made up my mind to stay in where it was cool and see what Netflix Kids had to offer — we’d save the bonfire and the sing-a-long for later in the week when the temperature broke and dropped into the somewhat-acceptable 90s… “Daddy?” “What is it, hun?” “When are we coming back?” “Tomorrow. And I don’t care if it’s a hundred and seven.” [Cue the chorus of ‘Yay!’] Matias O’Din is a dad, writer, and owner/founder of FLOWRIDERS.CO He blogs at matiasodin.com

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AT THE

It’s always creemee time at the ReFuel Café with 10 flavors available including Vermont Maple!

Treat the kids to a night on the town — while you enjoy a romantic dinner or an evening out socializing at one of our adult events!

Refuel at the ReFuel Café with a delicious pizza, salad, panini or wrap, or with snacks such as popcorn, mozzarella sticks or buffalo wings. The Café also serves hot and cold drinks, beer and wine, and much more.

KIDS’ NIGHT OUT INCLUDES ... • • • • •

Pizza, ice cream & popcorn Arts and crafts projects FunZone 2.0 Ozone Laser tag Arcade play and more!

24-hour advance reservation required. Children must be potty trained. Extension 1180. Cancellation fee applies.

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Tuesday, 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm $55 per child ages 3 to 11. Includes a FunZone 2.0 arcade card.

Check out the menu at smuggs.com/refuel

at the FunZOne 2.0

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 30-foot transparent climbing tower  Leap of Faith platform jump

 Tabletop games

 Warrior Course with trapeze bars, cargo nets, and obstacles

 Shuffleboard

 Slot car race track

 Little’s Loft

Smugglers’ one-of-a-kind indoor playground for all ages!

THE GO ZONE

PLUS ... Laser Tag, Lazer Maze, Arcade, and ReFuel Café!

BOUNCY, TROUNCY, FLOUNCY, POUNCY

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' Featuring a large selection of wines by the glass, microbrews, and specialty drinks. Join us for live entertainment every night starting at 9pm.

NIGHTLY DRINK

SPECIALS! Located in the Village Lodge, ext. 5017 Open daily. 21 & over please.

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Live in the Comfort Zone HearthStone at Smuggs We invite you to check out a sample of what we offer in the HearthStone Comfort Zones around Smugglers’ Notch this season. Look for HearthStone gas products in the upper lodge dining room, Green Peppers restaurant, Riga-Bello’s restaurant and the warming yurt. See you on the slopes! The Green Mountain 60 TruHybrid™ wood burning stove. Ultra clean, uber-efficient and easy to burn.

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I LOVE SNOW SMUGGLERS’ NO TH I’D A LO W ABLE TO BE HER PASSIONATE ABO TYPICALLY, I’M NOT ONE FOR ROUTINES. With my lifestyle, operating a private business and wearing many hats at Smugglers’, there’s too much uncertainty to stick to a schedule. One part of my life, however, is virtually set in stone. Not only is it connected to my heart, but my soul craves this routine as well.

by Greg Fatigate

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Most days I arrive here at 7:45 am. As I walk up the driveway to the Base Lodge, I am hit with a wave of anticipation as I greet one of our mountain patrollers coming off the hill from morning trail check, who no doubt will share with me the amazing conditions on the mountain. I cross into the Sterling ski school building and meet up with other instructors. We discuss our plans for the day, what level we expect to teach, and what trails we plan to check. Mix in some witty banter about this and a joke or two about that, and we have a pretty light-hearted moment while we finish booting up. I have a few drinks of water, grab my board and head to the lift. It’s 8:15 am, and a small crowd has gathered to await first chair. This is the part I just can’t live without. I hear the sound of stoke: highfives, stories celebrating yesterday’s time on the hill, and speculation for today’s runs. I catch a chair with one of the many familiar faces I know and love around here. And with that, another day of great snowboarding kicks off with awesome people and the opportunity to share this experience with whomever I get to ride with in an SSU group lesson. I love snowboarding at Smugglers’ Notch. Seriously, there’s nothing I’d rather do all Winter. Why am I so passionate about this place? Easy: it’s the people I work with, the terrain, and the skiers & riders I get to interact with throughout our three mountains. Whether I’m working with staff members from SSU, Guest Service, Ski Patrol, Mountain Operations, or Housekeeping, everyone is uniquely positive in one way or another. I see it while on the Village Lift, watching one of our SSU staff teaching in their own creative and goofy style that makes skiing and riding equally as awesome for their students. The terrain? Yeah, it’s second to none. Whether I’m cranking mellow arcs on Lower Morse Liftline, going “around the world” on Midway, exploring the trees on Sterling, or sending it on Madonna Liftline, I always know I’m home here. And then there’s the best part of my job that I always miss when I’m elsewhere: interacting with the locals, the guests, and the families I’ve ridden with for years, creating long-lasting relationships. I’m fortunate to have this every day I’m here. I basically live the #smuggslove. We hope everyone can relate to #smuggslove, but if not, we, as Smugglers, try to kindle that love through on-snow experiences. Take SSU campers for example; these kids really get a taste of what I’m talking about. The philosophy of SSU is to connect all the guests we work with to the amazing mountain experience. I love following any one of our amazing staff to experience how they see the mountain. The instructors in SSU make the fun parts of skiing and riding contagious, spreading that feeling of excitement into your child’s life as well. They get to check out the terrain through a new set of eyes, and often get to go places they didn’t think they’d be able to go to. They get to spend valuable time with one of our lively instructors doing something they’ll be excited and inspired to tell you about. Campers build social skills, hanging out with other children and making new friends. They get to explore while becoming the individually unique skiers & riders you hoped they’d be. They get a taste of the #smuggslove experience: all the things that I love about Smugglers’. While your kids are in camp, take a break from adulting and get out to experience the terrain for yourself. Whether in SSU programming or

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NOT YOUR TYPICAL

SKI & RIDE SCHOOL!

Whether you’re new to snow sports or you’re ready to explore more challenging terrain, Snow Sport University’s (SSU) experienced coaches will help you develop the skills and confidence to meet your goals. Our SSU staff personally makes sure your entire family, from toddlers to adults, beginners to experts, has the best possible on-mountain experience and end each session with more skill and knowledge as they progress throughout the week. Sign up for Snow Sport University programs at the Guest Service Desk, ext. 1293, or at the Ski & Ride School Desk located across from 3 Mountain Outfitters in the Village Center, ext. 1392. Please refer to Your Guide to Snow Sport University that was included in your Welcome Packet for more information regarding SSU programs.

Guided snow sport experiences for all ages!

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on your own, the mountain will surely inspire you to feel like a kid again. Cruise wide open trails on Morse, explore natural terrain on Sterling, or take on the challenge of Madonna. One of the best features of our diverse trail network is that it all funnels to the Base Lodge from areas serving as your own personal comfort zone. Imagine having a group of mixed ambitions and saying “see you in a run” but actually meaning it as you head out to explore and embrace your inner child.

Best of all, Winter brings out a truly unique & eclectic crowd to this mountain. Whether it’s the daily banter with our Mountain Patrol, listening to a staff member explain how they plan to save the world with skiing & riding, getting a social media lesson from a teenage student, or catching a run with the person I happened to ride the chair with, I’ve always appreciated this one aspect more than any other about the Smuggs crowd: it’s an accepting and welcoming group.

If I could offer a piece of advice to help when exploring, I would say there’s no such thing as skiing or riding in perfect form. Hit up a trail with the intent to safely enjoy it. There are no shortages of natural features to catch a little air. Village Liftline is plenty wide enough for a soulcarve session. Or just take your time on Upper Chilcoot and enjoy the scenery. There’s no wrong way to hit the trail. Just be warned, if a trail is closed, it’s closed for good reason. Know where you’re going, and know that the double black diamond trails at Smugglers’ are definitely for real. And look, the instructors at SSU are ready to help you break through if you want to explore further. What sets the terrain at Smuggs apart and why I’d rather ride here than anywhere else is that there are countless places to find my groove on any given day. There are no limits at Smugglers’.

The most challenging days of Winter for me are the days I’m not here. Somehow, like all of us who cannot be here on snow every day, I survive. But then, finally I’m back home, riding the Village lift and trying not to laugh at one of our SSU instructors’ corny jokes, or exploring a random unmarked glade with someone I just met up with in Parking Lot 1. All of these aspects keep me coming back, and I know the same will ring true for you. I’m at home on this mountain, totally pumped — about to drop in to Madonna Liftline with a friend. I’m back home at Smuggs and complete in my routine. Greg Fatigate is the training manager at Smugglers’ Snow Sport University. When he’s not on the hill inspiring wintertime fun, he is “on the road,” as a member of the AASI and PSIA eastern division educational staff; training with other professional instructors and dreaming of runs on Smugglers’ three mountains.

“The terrain? Yeah, it’s second to none. Whether I’m cranking mellow arcs on Lower Morse Liftline, “going around the world” on Midway, exploring the trees on Sterling, or sending it on M1 Liftline,

I always know I’m home here.”

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at the Madonna/Sterling Base Lodge

Serving fresh, fLavorful,

Artisan pizza The go-to place on the upper mountain for families looking for a less crowded spot. Offering a variety of soups, chili, flatbreads pizzas, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, variety of packaged beer, cider and hard selzer, hot and cold beverages and snacks.

topped with old world favorites as well as inspired local and organic toppings.

PLUS ... Fresh salads, housemade maple buffalo chicken wings.

No trip to Vermont is complete without a visit to

Featuring over 20 local beers and ciders from around the region.

dine-in or take-out

Open daily for lunch & dinner located in the Village Lodge, ext. 1142

Located in the Village Lodge in Smugglers’ Village Center. Open daily  Mon. - Fri. 4pm - 9pm  Sat. & Sun. 12pm - 9pm

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TAKE OUT AVAILABLE — CALL EXT. 1247 SOUPS

Soup du Jour  French Onion Crock (not recommended for take out) Chipotle Tomato  New England Clam Chowder Smugglers’ Mountain Chili

SIDE SALAD Mixed Greens House Salad APPETIZERS Wings — your way: Spicy Garlic Buffalo, Prohibition Ale &

Vermont Maple or Buttery Garlic Pameasan Truffle Fries  Grilled Veggie Quesadilla  Garlic Cheese Toast Spinach & Artichoke Dip  Roasted Brussel Sprouts Smugglers’ Nachos (also available with bbq pulled pork,

bbq beef brisket, crispy buffalo chicken, chili and/or guacamole)

GRILLED FLATBREADS Add a side salad for a great combo!

Artisan Cheese Flatbread Vermonter Flatbread apple chutney, bacon, spinach, VT cheddar

cheese blend & honey mustard drizzle Smokehouse Flatbread pulled pork, bacon, red onion, VT cheddar cheese blend and chipotle ranch drizzle

SANDWICHES & WRAPS

All sandwiches, wraps, and signature sandwiches are served with a pickle and your choice of house fries, carrots & celery, house coleslaw, curly fries (gluten-free option available) or housemade maple baked beans.

Buffalo Chicken Wrap  Greek Veggie Wrap Pulled Pork Sandwich  French Dip Sandwich 802 Turkey & Bacon Wrap

CUSTOM CREATIONS— 3 easy steps; choose your protein, choose your style and choose your side! Served with a pickle and your choice of

house fries, carrots & celery, house coleslaw, curly fries (gluten-free option available) or housemade maple baked beans.

STYLES:

PROTEIN OPTIONS: 100% ground beef patty, grilled chicken breast or veggie patty (vegan & gluten free) Gluten Free Bun available for gluten free option. Classic or classic with your choice of cheese: Swiss, Cabot cheddar,

American, Cabot pepper jack, or blue cheese crumbles. Topped with lettuce, tomato and onion BBQ: Cabot cheddar, bacon, bbq sauce, crispy onions, lettuce and tomato Pub: American cheese, bacon, pickle slices, crispy onions, pub sauce, lettuce and tomato Mushroom: Swiss cheese, mushrooms, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato and onion

Kids’ Menu

SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER Daily, 8am - 9pm  Extension 1247  Located in Smugglers’ Village Center

ENTRÉE SALADS — add your favorite salad topper!

Entrée Salad Toppers: Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Garlic Shrimp, Crunchy Chicken Tenders, Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Marinated Bavette Steak or Grilled Salmon

Chopped Cobb Salad  Steak Salad Winter Kale & Quinoa Salad  Sycamore Salad Dressings: House Maple Poppy, House Chipotle Ranch, Creamy Chipotle Lime, Bleu Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Ranch, or Steakhouse Vinaigrette

HOUSE FAVORITE ENTRÉES

Side Options: mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, house fries, curly fries (gluten-free option available), carrots & celery, house coleslaw or housemade maple baked beans.

Steak Frites  Gorgonzola Filet  Prohibition Ale Fish & Chips Vegan Ravioli  Chicken Picatta  Coconut Curry Salmon Jagerschnitzel  Brisket Macaroni & Cheese (also available without brisket) Smuggs-Style Barbecue Ribs (4 or 8 rib portions) Chicken Tender Platter plain, spicy garlic Buffalo, Prohibition Ale &

maple or buttery garlic Parmesan glaze

Mountain Chili Platter  Grilled Cheese & Chipotle Soup Platter

HOUSEMADE DESSERTS

Vermont Maple Cheesecake Seasonal Crème Brûlée (not recommended for take out) Hershey’s Chocolate Mousse Cake Cinnamon Bun Bread Pudding Hershey’s Chocolate Brownie Sundae

All kids’ entrées include a starter, one side dish, beverage and dessert.

Pasta with marinara sauce or butter  Hot Dog  Hamburger  Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese  Mozzarella Cheese Stick Platter  Cheese Pizza  Pepperoni Pizza Combo Basket: chicken tender & mozzarella sticks  Breaded Fish Fillet Chicken Tenders  Mac & Cheese  Grilled Chicken with house vegetable

Starter (pick one): tortilla chips & cheese sauce, applesauce, veggie plate with ranch dip or Mandarin oranges Side Dish (pick one): applesauce, rice, house vegetable, coleslaw, maple baked beans, mashed potato, curly fries, veggie plate with ranch dip, or Mandarin oranges Dessert (pick one): Hershey’s cupcake, ice cream sandwich or popsicle

Don’t miss our tableside entertainment! The Friendly Pirate – Monday, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm & Friday, 8:00 am - 10:00 am Marko the Magician – Tuesday, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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chowtime The diverse menu at Morse Mountain Grille is hailed as a must-try by any member of the family. Featuring breakfast, lunch, cocktails, and dinner in a comfortable and casual space. A hearty Vermont breakfast is a morning favorite with a selection of pancakes, the Grille’s unique French toast, omelets, meats, baked goods, and more. Lunch includes appetizers and a wide variety of sandwiches, soups, salads, and signature burgers. The Grille’s unique grilled flatbreads are a tasty appetizer prior to lunch or dinner, or with a side salad for a meal. Try the Vermont Flatbread; a signature item! Dinner features an array of beef, fish, poultry, pasta, and vegetarian dishes, with delicious Vermont products incorporated. Relax in front of the fieldstone fireplace in the Pub with a special beverage and munchies while watching skiers and riders dance down Morse Mountain. Be sure to check out the great wine-by-the-glass options, and full wine list. Children will enjoy the Little Smuggs Fun Menu. The Grille is open daily 8:00 am to 9:00 pm the Pub is open 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. Extension 1247. Heading to the FunZone 2.0 for a family frolic? Enjoy a bite to eat at the ReFuel Café, offering a variety of sandwiches, salads, pizza, snacks, drinks, beer, and wine. Satisfy your sweet tooth by choosing from 10 flavors of soft serve ice cream (creemees), including Vanilla, Vermont Maple, and 8 Flavorburst flavors that can be added to your Vanilla. Dine in or call for take-out. Open daily 11:30 am until 8:30 pm. The Hearth & Candle serves dinner nightly in a cozy setting right in the center of Smugglers’ Village. Seasonal menu items with locally sourced ingredients include an innovative selection of beef, poultry, and fish. After dinner, satisfy your sweet tooth with a triple chocolate truffle cake, cheesecake, or Vermont apple crisp. Sweet after dinner cocktails are a nice compliment featuring house-infused liquors and locally sourced liquors. Dining rooms are available for family-friendly and adults-only dining. Children’s menu is available. Open for dinner nightly 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Extension 1260. Enjoy the Green Mountain Deli’s fresh baked cookies, muffins, pies, and light breakfast items. Start your morning with a hot cup of coffee, flavored coffee or cappuccino. Lunch features freshly made sandwiches, salads, vegetarian options, and specials daily. The Green Mountain Deli is located in the Village Lodge and is open on weekdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; opening at 8:00 am on weekends. Extension 1141. We said goodbye to Riga-Bello’s this year to welcome a fresh look and taste in the Village Lodge. Village Pizzeria offers a wide selection of artisan pies featuring natural ingredients like nitrate-free pepperoni, and naturally-raised chicken. Try the Sweet & Spicy pizza, with Vermont maple and spicy Buffalo chicken, or enjoy a fresh salad of organic greens drizzled with sweet maple balsamic dressing. Compliment your meal with a selection of 17 Vermont beers, local wines, and ciders. Open 11:30 am to 9:00 pm Sunday through Thursday and 11:30 am to 10:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays. Extension 1142.

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Love cheese? Then the Hearth & Candle’s cheese platter is a must try!

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The Hearth & Candle restaurant

Enjoy the Hearth & Candle’s cozy atmosphere for casual family dinners, or quiet white-tablecloth dining for adults only in the Birch Room. Our complete dinner menu features steaks, chicken, fresh fish, and seafood. And, we serve local organically grown vegetables and salads, and we’ll tempt you with a delicious selection of homemade desserts. A full-service bar and extensive wine list will complement your dining experience, or you can relax with a cocktail at our cozy bar.

Located in the heart of Smugglers’ Village — the whole family is invited and we have a complete children’s menu, too!

Daily 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm 802.644.1260 Reservations Recommended for dinner

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Locally-made ice cream, the perfect treat in all seasons! The Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop at Smuggs is located in the Village Lodge and is open Monday through Friday 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday 12:00 noon to 9:00 pm. Tempt your taste buds with a selection of ice cream flavors, sorbets, and low-fat frozen yogurt in cones, sundaes, or shakes. More than 15 unique and fun flavors to choose from — sample a different flavor each day of your stay! Extension 1303. Smugglers’ Madonna and Sterling Base Lodge offers a variety of daytime and early evening options for upper mountain dining. The Base Lodge Cafeteria serves breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm and weekends 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Green Peppers features appetizers, soups, entrée salads, panini sandwiches, wraps, specialty pizza and tavern burgers, as well as beer and wine. Extension 5132. The Black Bear Tavern’s generously sized bar accommodates additional seating as well as plentiful draft beer choices, with 20 varieties on tap and additional packaged options to choose from.

Don’t miss Smugglers’ own Prohibition Ale brewed by Vermont’s Long Trail Brewery. The Black Bear also has a tavern menu available with waitstaff service. Enjoy appetizers, soups, sandwiches, hearty Winter fare, and more. The Black Bear is open Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm and Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Extension 5003. Smugglers’ Waffle Cabin offers grab-and-go slopeside treats located near the Madonna II lift. Baked fresh and on demand, the enticing aroma will draw you in and the delicious flavor will keep you coming back. Open Thursday to Monday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For mountainside convenience that can’t be beat, try the Morse Highlands Day Lodge for a continental breakfast before hitting the slopes. The lodge also serves lunch, snacks, and beverages. The Highland’s Day Lodge is accessible by shuttle or the Dixie’s Knoll trail adjacent to the Morse Highlands lift. The lodge is open daily from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm for food service. Extension 8514.

“My son broke the family rule #47

“NEVER EAT A PANCAKE BIGGER THAN YOUR HEAD!” The pancakes were hot, fluffy, delicious, and HUGE.” — Broken Yoke Yelp review

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A local favorite, the Village Tavern serves prime rib every Friday night!

Just down the road from Smuggs, Martell’s at the Red Fox is a family restaurant and lively music hall. Martell’s offers family dining in the evenings, with late night pub fare on Fridays and Saturdays, and a special brunch menu on Sundays. The menu features a delicious array of appetizers, burgers, salads, soups, and entrées. Children’s menu available. Call 802644-5060 for information on nightly specials and entertainment schedule or to make a reservation. Open seven days a week. The Broken Yoke, tucked away at the back of the Smugglers’ Notch Inn, offers breakfast and brunch selections. The Yoke’s Maple French Toast with a candied marble and walnut topping has received rave reviews. Choose

the Irish Benedict with corned beef hash for a hearty start to the Winter’s day. Open Wednesday through Monday. 802-644-6371. Located in downtown Jeffersonville, just minutes from the Resort in the historic Smugglers’ Notch Inn, the Village Tavern serves hearty pub-style appetizers, soups, salads and entrées nightly. Try the Boyden Burger, made from locally raised beef, grilled to your liking. Tavern favorites on the menu include fish and chips, beer battered with Vermont’s own Long Trail Ale. Enjoy the casual, family-friendly atmosphere and a meal that will top off your day with flavor and substance. Children’s menu available. 802-644-6765.

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Located just down the mountain from the Resort, offering a wide variety of delicious, homemade, farm to table, hearty, pub-style dishes and hand-crafted beers on tap. Whatever you’re in the mood for, you can ﬁnd it here!

OPEN DAILY, 2PM TO 11PM

Serving smoothies, hot & cold espresso, cappuccino, lattes, chai tea, and mochas. Offering a variety of pastries and fresh baked goods prepared locally and much more!

Open daily, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

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1.802.644.1058 Ext. 1058 from any house phone. Located in Smugglers’ Village Center.

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158 Main Restaurant and Bakery is housed in the historic Windridge Farms Building, located in downtown Jeffersonville. There is literally nothing missing at 158 main, with full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus, all of which encompass everything from classic favorites to diverse specials sure to tempt every palate. 158 Main also offers an extensive bakery selection of breads, pies, cookies, and the bakers’ daily surprises. So whether you are looking for a preski breakfast, a break for lunch, an après ski dinner, or the perfect dessert to cap your day, 158 has it all! Open Tuesday through Sunday. 802-644-8100. Above 158 Main, the Jeffersonville Pizza Department serves pizza, pasta, wings, and salads daily. Eat in or take out. Open Wednesday through Sunday. 802-644-5550. The Family Table at the intersection of Route 108 and 15 in Jeffersonville has a loyal following who give rave reviews to its innovative menu and use of high quality, fresh ingredients. Tops on the list of recommendations are the buttermilk fried chicken, penne with wild mushroom pesto and spinach, and beef dishes such as the rib eye steak dry-aged for extra flavor and juiciness. Extensive wine list and full bar. Children’s menu available. Open Thursday through Monday for lunch and dinner; serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays. 802-644-8920.

A fixture in Cambridge since 1985, Angelina’s offers quality homemade Italian pizza, pasta, cold and hot subs, calzones, and breads. Try the Steak Bomb — steak, mushrooms, onions, and peppers — as a pizza or hot sub. 802-644-2011. In Johnson, east of Smugglers’ on Route 15, Downtown Pizzeria is a full-service eatery offering quality homemade food with family-friendly value. Everything is made from scratch, including the most popular item on the menu, the hand-breaded fried mozzarella triangles with marinara and balsamic reduction. Choose from entrées such as ziti with vodka sauce, chicken Parmesan, and, of course, pizza, New York-style. The Vermonter specialty pie features chicken, apples, ham, a cheddar/mozzarella blend of cheese, Alfredo sauce, and a maple drizzle. Enjoy a full bar with more than 10 beers on tap, a pool table, darts, and acoustic music. 802-635-7626. Wet your whistle with one of Rock Art Brewery’s craft brews. The brewery has a tasting room where you can sample flights of beer and enjoy the bird’s eye view of the production area. Savor Rock Art’s flagship ale, smooth and bold Ridge Runner, or double IPA Twin Tip brewed for the winter season, or a lager such as Bohemian Pilsner, as well as additional double IPA’s and single IPA’s. This brewery is fully operated with solar power. Rock Art is located at 632 Laporte Road in Morrisville and is open daily. 802-888-9400.

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FAMILY DINING OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! 1pm to CLOSE SERVING BRUNCH Sundays 9am to 1pm LATE NIGHT PUB FARE AVAILABLE FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHTS! LIVE MUSIC

87 EDWARDS RD

(2 miles North on 108 from Smugglers’ Notch)

Established in 2015 by the Martell family.

CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK FOR NIGHTLY SPECIALS AND ENTERTAINMENT CALL US TODAY! 802-644-5060 MartellsVT@gmail.com

Open daily, food service from 3pm - 9pm 55 Church Street  Jeffersonville, VT  802.644.6765

Pub-style dining (downstairs) Smugglers’ Notch Inn dining room (upstairs) available Thursday - Saturday

Featuring hearty appetizers, daily specials and a wide selection of microbrews, and cocktails. Live music every Thursday night. Family friendly atmosphere. Kids’ menu available.

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As your vacation travels bring you into and around our area, you may be seeking specialty foods, quick meals, or ingredients to make your own meals in your Smugglers’ vacation home. The Country Store at Smugglers’ supplies all your grocery staples like bread, meat, vegetables, fruits, snacks, and beverages, including a gluten-free section and pre-made meal items. The store also stocks a wide variety of Vermont specialty items such as Lake Champlain Chocolates and jams and syrups from Butternut Mountain Farm in nearby Johnson. Don’t miss The Perk, the Country Store’s specialty beverage café is open daily and serving espresso, cappuccino, lattes, chai tea, and mochas prepared both hot and cold by the café baristas. A variety of fresh fruit smoothies, locally prepared pastries, and fresh baked goods are also available. The Cambridge Village Market at 113 South Main Street (Route 15) in Cambridge continues the location’s 100-plus years of serving the community and visitors with groceries, sundries, and more. Choose from fresh produce, deli meats (with breakfast and deli sandwiches to go), a large beer and wine selection, and brand name and private label groceries. Open daily. 802-644-2272

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If you like pizza, you’ll love

’ Located just 12 minutes away from Smugglers’, Angelina’s Restaurant has been family owned since 1985. Serving quality homemade brick-oven pizza, subs and calzones. All our dough and sauces are made fresh daily.

Check out The Green Mountain Deli for fabulous wraps, salads, burgers, daily specials, beverages and the BEST French fries around!

Menus available at the Smugglers’ Notch Guest Service Desk.

802-644-2011 Eat in or take out.

Located in the Village Lodge. Ext. 1141 Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Sat. & Sun. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Delivery available when permitted.

Lunch served 10:30 am - 4:00 pm

www.angelinaspizza.net

Featuring local ingredients and homemade creations from our chef’s kitchen. Thursday, Friday, & Monday 11am - 9pm lunch & dinner

Saturday & Sunday 8am - 9pm breakfast, lunch & dinner Located at the intersection of Routes 15 & 108 in Jeffersonville, Vermont

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John Raphael Chef/Owner

802.644.8920 • www.familytablevt.com

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events calendar Keep the party going well beyond the ski slopes! We’ve hand-selected some of our most popular events to help you plan your stay with us. Your Resort Information Guide will help you pick our regularly scheduled activities throughout the week, but these special events make for the perfect compliment to your stay. Events are always being added and updated, so be sure to check out our online events calendar at smuggs.com Saturday, December 8 24TH ANNUAL BREWFEST, PART 1 When it comes to local brews, Vermont is at the top of the charts. Having the highest number of breweries per capita, there’s no shortage of those sudsy sensations in this neck of the woods. Our BrewFest highlights some of our state’s excellent breweries, plus regional favorites and select craft ciders. A DJ spins the tunes and the Morse Mountain Grille provides a tasty appetizer buffet. 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm in the Meeting House. Tickets are available at the door; $20 entry includes 8 samples, munchies, and a souvenir sampling glass. 21 & older, please. Plan a return visit for Spring skiing; BrewFest Part 2 is March 30, 2019! Saturday, December 15 & Sunday, December 16 VERMONT ICE WINE & COCKTAIL OPEN HOUSE AT BOYDEN WINERY Visit the Boyden Valley Winery for their annual open house from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Enjoy cocktails using Boyden Vermont Ice and take home the recipes, sample Vermont Ice wines and crème liqueurs, and enjoy a warm mug of Glögg while gazing at the Vermont winter landscape surrounding the Winery. While sipping a cocktail, you can also save 20% off Vermont Ice wines, specials on Glögg, gift boxes with Boyden favorites, and much more. The Winery is located at the intersection of Routes 15 and 104 in Cambridge. Visit boydenvalley.com for more information. Friday, December 21 WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION Join us in the greeting area from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm for this special event to light up the longest night of the year, and help us welcome Winter with open arms! The Solstice begins with the weekly Winter Carnival. Then we’ll be celebrating with Cirque De Fuego -- Vermont’s premier fire performers, a live drum performance from Burlington Taiko, music, and of course, a bonfire with s’mores, hot chocolate, and hot apple cider! We’ll round out the evening with fireworks, viewed from the Greeting Area. We’re ready to light up the night and start Winter out with a bang!

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events Saturday, January 26 SMUGGLERS’ NOTCH SNOWSHOE FESTIVAL The Smugglers’ Notch Snowshoe Festival is open to all ages and abilities! Families can enjoy free demos, family games, and guided snowshoe tours throughout the Smugglers’ Notch Nordic trail network, including a “Half-K” Kids’ Fun Run! All events are held at the Smugglers’ Notch Resort Nordic Adventure Center. Tuesday, February 19 VERMONT SPECIALTY FOODS TASTING Snack, sip, and ski your way through the President’s Day holiday week with some of Vermont’s finest foods, liquors, ciders, and brews, all made with local ingredients from around the Green Mountain State. Enjoy Cabot cheese, maple products, meats, snacks, liquors and more—absolutely free! Products will be available for purchase should you feel the need to share with loved ones back home. 10:30 am - 2:30 pm in the Village Courtyard. Thursday, February 21 PARENTS MAGAZINE WINTER CARNIVAL Consistently hailed as a family favorite, Parents Magazine teams up with Smugglers’ for this special winter carnival featuring music and live entertainment plus face painting, games, a bonfire, giveaways, and an outdoor barbecue. Join Goodtime Charlie, Mogul Mouse, Billy Bob Bear, and the Friendly Pirate for this great event! The festivities begin at 2:00 pm on the Village Green. Saturday, March 2 EXTREME SKIING CHALLENGE The Smugglers’ Notch Ski and Snowboard Club hosts this exciting event - an opportunity for junior and adult freeskiers to show their big mountain skiing on the most difficult terrain the East has to offer. Spectators will be treated to a birds-eye view from Madonna I lift or watch from a roped off area at Red Fox Glades near the finish area at the base of the Madonna headwall, easily accessed from midstation. This exciting event runs from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Saturday, March 16 through Sunday, March 31 MAPLEFEST AT SMUGGLERS’ Smugglers’ hosts our fifth annual MapleFest, celebrating Vermont’s rich history of maple production. During MapleFest, chosen as one of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce’s Top 10 Winter Events, our guests can visit sugarhouses and learn about the process directly from enthusiastic maple sugarmakers. Other activities include maple-themed snowshoe and walking treks, and specialty food and beverage samplings. There will also be plenty of dining specials at Smugglers’ and local restaurants as well as local maple-themed specials. MapleFest is one sweet getaway! Saturday, March 30 24TH ANNUAL BREWFEST PART 2 When it comes to local brews, Vermont is at the top of the charts. Having the highest number of breweries per capita, there’s no shortage of those sudsy sensations in this neck of the woods. Our BrewFest highlights some of our state’s excellent breweries, plus regional favorites and select craft ciders. A DJ spins the tunes and the Morse Mountain Grille provides a tasty appetizer buffet. There’s no better way to round out a day of spring skiing than with the Smugglers’ Notch BrewFest. 6:00 pm 10:00 pm in the Meeting House. Tickets are available at the door; $20 entry includes 8 samples, munchies, and a souvenir sampling glass. 21 & older, please. Saturday, April 6 8TH ANNUAL POND SKIMMING Elvis, a gorilla, guys in bikinis— you’ll see it all in the Zone Terrain Park during pond skimming. Registration for this free event starts at 10:00 am in the Base Lodge and the first swimmer, er, skimmer, launches toward the pond at noon. Prizes are awarded for best costume. Easily accessible from Parking Lot 1 or an easy ski from the top of Sterling, this event is a “don’t miss” for spectators! Saturday, April 6 CHILLIN’ & GRILLIN’ ANNUAL TAILGATE PARTY Blue skies, long sunny afternoons … ahhhh, the wonders of spring! Chillin’ & Grillin’ brings together our mountain community in a celebratory summit of the legendary parking lot parties occurring all season long in Parking Lot 1. Awards of cash and prizes go to winners of various categories, including best Smuggs-themed tailgate presentation.

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IN TUNE WITH YOUR STYLE! Whether you’re a racer, cruiser or park pro — everyone can benefit from a fresh tune. Our new, state of the art Wintersteiger Mercury tuning and service machine provides a precise stone grind that revitalizes ski/board bases to “like new” condition with custom patterns to match conditions. ADVANCED FACTORY TUNE PLUS A complete tune starting with applying P-Tex base coat, base repair, a stone grind, ceramic edging**, and a finish coat of hot wax. $70 ADVANCED FACTORY TUNE A complete tune starting with applying P-Tex base coat, base repair, a stone grind, ceramic edging, and a buff wax. $60 FACTORY TUNE PLUS Stone grind, ceramic edging, and a finish coat of hot wax. $50 FACTORY TUNE Stone grind, ceramic edging, and a buff wax. $40 SIDE EDGE & HOT WAX Side edging and a hot wax. $35 SIDE EDGE & BUFF WAX Side edging and a buff wax. $25 LOCATED IN SMUGGLERS’ VILLAGE OPEN DAILY, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM • EXTENSION 1257 82 • explore

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