September at Smuggs 🍂
September might mean back-to-school and pumpkin spice everything, but here at Smugglers’ Notch, it also marks the beginning of the next big adventure—winter prep! The mountain is buzzing with activity as we transition from summer hikes to snowy slopes. Up on the Mountain: Gearing Up […]
Views Wish You Were Here
Visiting Smugglers’ Notch Resort in the fall feels like stepping into a living postcard. The mountains are matted in layers of red, yellow, and orange. The mornings have you reaching for a sweatshirt and a hot cup of coffee, while the afternoons beg you to […]
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Falling into Autumn
Welcome to fall at Smuggs! Well, technically it’s still summer, but our hours and programming have shifted into their autumn colors, fueled by pumpkin spice and the anticipation of our annual foliage spectacular. This time of year presents incredible opportunities for exploration and adventure. With […]
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September at Smuggs 🍂
September might mean back-to-school and pumpkin spice everything, but here at Smugglers’ Notch, it also marks the beginning of the next big adventure—winter prep! The mountain is buzzing with activity as we transition from summer hikes to snowy slopes. Up on the Mountain: Gearing Up […]
ViewsSeptember might mean back-to-school and pumpkin spice everything, but here at Smugglers’ Notch, it also marks the beginning of the next big adventure—winter prep! The mountain is buzzing with activity as we transition from summer hikes to snowy slopes.
Up on the Mountain: Gearing Up for Winter
As the leaves start to turn, our Mountain Ops team is shifting into high gear. Brush cutting is underway, clearing the way so your favorite trails are smooth and snow-ready when winter rolls in. And behind the scenes, we’re preparing snowmaking systems and ski lifts for the season ahead.
We’re also hiring for winter operations, including Snowmaking and Lift Attendants. These roles are essential to what we do here, and they’re a great opportunity to become part of our Smuggs family. If you—or someone you know—loves the mountain life and thrives in the snow, we’d love to hear from you.
“My first winter working lifts at Smuggs turned into a decade-long journey. I made lifelong friends, skied every day, and felt part of something bigger. It’s more than just a job—it’s a lifestyle.” — Former Smuggs Lift Attendant, now a Ski Patroller
Work Where You Play: Winter Jobs at Smuggs
Whether you’re a local, a college student on break, or looking for a seasonal change of pace, winter employment at Smuggs offers more than just a paycheck. Our team members enjoy flexible schedules, Resort perks, and a chance to create unforgettable memories for visiting families. There’s a role for just about everyone—from snowmakers and lifties to childcare pros, food & beverage staff, and more.
Boo Bash is Back! 
And speaking of family fun—get ready! The Boo Bash returns on October 25 with spooky (but not too spooky) festivities for all ages. Keep your eyes on our events calendar—costumes, candy, and community spirit await. It’s events like these that remind us how magical this place is year-round.
Passes, Badges & Big Smiles
The next deadline is Halloween, so if you haven’t picked up your Season Pass or Badge yet, secure your spot on the slopes and get ready for a winter full of skiing, snowboarding, and terrain park thrills.
Your pass or badge comes with more than just mountain access. Enjoy exclusive discounts on group lessons, equipment rentals, and sport shop purchases all season long. It’s our way of making your Smuggs experience even more rewarding—on and off the slopes.
Let’s make this winter one to remember. From first chair to last run, and snowball fights to snow angels, we’re already dreaming in white here at Smuggs. Are you ready to make some memories?
See you on the slopes (soon!)
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Wish You Were Here
Visiting Smugglers’ Notch Resort in the fall feels like stepping into a living postcard. The mountains are matted in layers of red, yellow, and orange. The mornings have you reaching for a sweatshirt and a hot cup of coffee, while the afternoons beg you to […]
ViewsVisiting Smugglers’ Notch Resort in the fall feels like stepping into a living postcard. The mountains are matted in layers of red, yellow, and orange. The mornings have you reaching for a sweatshirt and a hot cup of coffee, while the afternoons beg you to drop a layer and invoke cravings for a maple creemee. Roads wind beneath canopies of color, while farms, fields, and woods encompass the landscape, every view looks ready to be printed and mailed. This is foliage at its best!
That’s how the days unfold at Smuggs: one postcard after another. Each stop feels like its own snapshot, the kind of picture you can imagine on glossy card stock with a quick note scrawled across the back. A line that says “wish you were here” or “thinking of you,” paired with an image that tells the rest of the story. Here’s a glimpse of what a postcard day might look like.
You hop in your car and drive three and a half miles north to Pratt Road, a dirt road that bends between wooded stretches and open fields. Trees meet overhead to veil the way, while sunlight filters down in shifting patterns. Leaves, well past their prime, fall from the trees and dance to the tune of the wind. You might see a neighbor out for a walk, kids swinging in a tire, or some deer parading across the road. Then a view opens wide across a hay field revealing ski trails that will soon be coated in white. It’s quiet, local, and unhurried, a perfect start to the day.
After a picturesque mile and a half, you’ll find Stony Grove, a family orchard where the rows of trees stretch across the rolling property, each one heavy with apples. You wander through with a bag in hand, dew covered grass wetting your Blundstones, that first bite of apple is crisp and sweet. At the barn, the farm stand is stocked with baskets of apples, shelves of jams, maple syrups, jars of pickled vegetables, and trays of baked goods warm with cinnamon. It feels like the kind of stop you hope to stumble on when you come to Vermont, genuine and welcoming.
After getting your fill of fresh made apple beignets, if that’s possible, continue your postcard day at Golden Dog Farm, where the fields come alive with motion. Golden retrievers zoom through the grass, ears flying, tails wagging, and before long you’ll find yourself in the middle of the play, laughing as one nudges your hand and another chases after a ball. If the dogs seemingly smiling furry faces weren’t enough, the Golden Dog property boasts some of the best views locally, and they produce their own maple syrup. This experience is uniquely Vermont, a memory that, like the fur, will stick with you long after you leave.
Each postcard stands on its own, the canopy of Pratt Road, the rows of apples at Stony Grove, the dogs at Golden Dog Farm. Together, they create a day that feels both complete and personal, a collection of moments that belong as much to you as they do to the place.
All across Vermont, fall delivers its colors and flavors, but at Smugglers’ Notch Resort you are right at the crossroads of it all. From here, the experiences begin as soon as you walk out your door, mountains proudly wearing their seasonal colors, quiet tree-lined dirt roads, and local businesses abounding with their season’s best. The postcards are waiting, but it is up to you to dig them up, to harvest them, to make them your own. Some come with dew on your boots and apples in your bag, others with blonde fur on your jeans and wagging tails drumming your leg. Together they create not just a picture of fall in Vermont, but your own set of memories written on the backs of postcards that always say the same thing: wish you were here.
Annual Northeast Street Rod Nationals
September 12, 8:00 am – September 13, 4:00 pm
1,500 street rods, customs, muscle cars, and street machines will be on hand at the Champlain Valley Exposition this fall as the National Street Rod Association® presents its Annual Northeast Street Rod Nationals. Almost all of the Champlain Valley Exposition, as well as many of the buildings, will be utilized for the event, which will house a large number of manufacturer and dealer displays and other attractions.
SPECTATOR ADMISSION:
$20 – 13 & older
$6 – Ages 6-12
FREE – Childrlen 5 & under when accompanied by an adult
$45 per family – 2 adults & 3 children (12 & under)
A special discounted $18 admission is available for military personnel with proper military identification, NSRA members with their current membership card, or anyone 60 years of age & older. One discounted admission per person. Discount Tickets are available at O’Reilly Auto Parts.
2025 Green Mountain Championship at Smugglers’ Notch Resort
Join us this fall for a Disc Golf Pro Tour Playoff Event! Spectator tickets are available now—kids 10 & under are free with a ticketed adult.
Discounted lodging for GMC attendees is available through our Group Vacations team. Call 1-800-521-0536 or email groups@smuggs.com and mention the disc golf tournament.
Please arrive no earlier than 7:30 am.
Located at Smugglers’ Notch Resort in Jeffersonville, VT
No cameras, flash photography, or live streaming allowed.
Spectators must wear credentials, stay in viewing areas, and respect all event staff, players, and fellow guests.
No pets or outside alcohol. Food and beverages available on-site.
Rain or shine – no weather refunds. Cancellation policies apply.
For complete event details, rules, caddiebooks, maps, highlights, and policies, visit:
www.dgpt.com/green-mountain-championship/
Fiddlehead’s FallFest – Friday, September 19 & Saturday, September 20
Doors Open: 6:00 pm
Opening Bands: TBD – 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Friday Headliner is Vermont based singer and songwriter Kat Wright 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday Headliner: we’re excited to welcome back art-pop and indie-rock band from Brooklyn, NY – Rubblebucket!
Fiddlehead Beer on Draft
- Enjoy a selection of Fiddlehead Brews on draft throughout FallFest
Local Food Carts
- Selections from several local purveyors of delicious eats
Other Details
- PARKING: Please park in the main parking lot in Smuggs Village. Follow parking attendants.
- REFUND POLICY: No refunds. Event is rain or shine.
- Children 12 & under are admitted free of charge with a paid adult accompanying them.
Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!
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Falling into Autumn
Welcome to fall at Smuggs! Well, technically it’s still summer, but our hours and programming have shifted into their autumn colors, fueled by pumpkin spice and the anticipation of our annual foliage spectacular. This time of year presents incredible opportunities for exploration and adventure. With […]
ViewsWelcome to fall at Smuggs! Well, technically it’s still summer, but our hours and programming have shifted into their autumn colors, fueled by pumpkin spice and the anticipation of our annual foliage spectacular. This time of year presents incredible opportunities for exploration and adventure. With cooler temps and the lowering sun, enjoyable activities include e-biking on the rail trail, paddling on our local rivers, ponds, reservoirs, or lakes, or a round of disc golf on one of our top five nationally ranked courses. Most notably, our local mountain hiking is hitting full stride. It’s also a great way to get your legs ready for the upcoming ski season. Speaking of which, did you get your season pass or Bash Badge yet? Take a peek at the Open Snow winter forecast here too… we’re loving what we’re reading!
Back to fall, NEW this season, we’re excited to announce that Smuggs is now an official foliage reporter for Vermont.com, reaching more than 250,000 seasonal webpage visitors. Our resort village sits perfectly located at the base of the much-loved Smugglers’ Notch Pass, repeatedly named one of the best places in the world to see fall foliage. Our “Views from the Notch” blog will share frequent updates on the changing colors.
If you’re not familiar with foliage stages, they’re generally classified as:
- Early – Mostly green with hints of color
- Middle – A vibrant mix of green and red
- Peak – Full blaze of autumn color
- Past – Rustic, golden tones
Each phase has its own beauty. Personally, I love Early-Middle, when the full canopy of green is dotted with brilliant red highlights, the contrast is spectacular. Locally, we often expect “peak” around the first week of October, though this year’s drier summer could mean an earlier arrival. No matter what, Mother Nature will ultimately decide when it all happens, and when you dance with her, she always leads.
Check back often for foliage reports, local event highlights, and all the latest Smuggs news. Here’s to a season full of color and adventure!
Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!
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PeakHouse vs. The Typical Group Trip
Not all group trips are created equal. Here’s how PeakHouse stacks up against the alternatives: Feature PeakHouse Typical Group Travel Trip Vibe ✅ Feels like a trip with friends ❌ Feels like a tour group Itinerary ✅ Fast-paced, curated, covers multiple destinations ❌ […]
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Not all group trips are created equal. Here’s how PeakHouse stacks up against the alternatives:
| Feature | PeakHouse | Typical Group Travel |
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| Trip Vibe | ✅ Feels like a trip with friends | ❌ Feels like a tour group |
| Itinerary | ✅ Fast-paced, curated, covers multiple destinations | ❌ Cookie-cutter, one-area only |
| Meals | ✅ Stocked kitchens, homecooked meals, group dinners | ❌ Pre-selected restaurants or generic catering |
| Transportation | ✅ Carpools and shared rental cars | ❌ Commercial buses or vans by outsourced third parties |
| Lodging | ✅ Shared houses and apartments | ❌ Hotels with assigned double rooms |
| Flexibility | ✅ All activities are optional; spontaneous adventures encouraged | ❌ Follow-the-itinerary format |
| Community | ✅ Organically built, small group vibes | ❌ Harder to connect in large groups |
| Trip Leaders | ✅ Veteran skiers/hikers who go on the trip | ❌ Off-site managers or outsourced guides |
| Group Size | ✅ 8–25 people per trip | ❌ Often 30+ travelers per bus |
| Built By | ✅ Real skiers & hikers who know the terrain | ❌ Travel companies optimizing for scale |
What PeakHouse Guests Say
“You can put 14 strangers in a house and their love of skiing will connect them instantly. This was the best ski trip of my life and I can’t wait to do it again.”
— Grant, Ski Colorado 2025“This trip kept me motivated to keep training in the mountains after ski season and it was amazing to find a group that enjoys more active vacations. It was a great value for a trip and the memories are going to last a lifetime.”
— Sharon, Hike Banff 2025
“While I had high hopes for the skiing going into each trip, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a people/vibes standpoint. It turned out to be an amazing mix of people who all bonded quickly over a shared passion for skiing/snowboarding. I also appreciated that everyone came from different parts of the country (or different countries!), as well as different backgrounds and life experiences. The end of each trip was quite bittersweet knowing we had all enjoyed some incredible on-mountain experiences, but that our time together was coming to an end. Thankful to have made several friends through the trips with whom I’ve since stayed in touch with and skiied with later in the season!”
— Brian, Ski Italy 2025“I cannot express how happy I am to have come across these opportunities and to have taken a chance on on attending. These experiences have been a much welcomed change from the norm to discover new worlds, and even better, to go through the same experience with people who have appreciated the moment just as much. After every trip I have personally had much to reflect on: the world we live in, the snowboard and ski community, interactions with people with different life experience and from different generations, and not least of all, myself. I believe that the lessons learned here would never have been attained if not for walking off the beaten path to visit at PeakHouse.”
— Oscar, Ski Chile 2024
Why This Matters
Most traditional group trips offer awesome experiences overall, but they are built to make logistics easier for the company running them. PeakHouse trips are built to make the experience better for you. That means smaller groups, smarter routes, better meals, and a vibe that feels closer to a friend group than a packaged tour.
We don’t believe in commercial shortcuts. We believe in shared breakfasts, trail snacks in the car, deeper conversations, spontaneous detours, and coming home feeling like you just made 10 new ski or hike friends for life.
✅ Still deciding? Ask yourself:
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Do I want to follow a group or be part of one?
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Would I rather sit on a bus or ride up with new friends?
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Do I want an itinerary that works on paper, or one that actually works on the mountain?
See upcoming trips 👇
Find your peak with us!
Why PeakHouse Group Ski & Hiking Trips Are Different (and Worth It)
We set out to build the perfect blend of camaraderie and adventure. There are a lot of skiing and hiking trips out there. Some are packaged tours with cookie-cutter itineraries. Others leave you on your own to figure out the logistics. PeakHouse exists […]
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We set out to build the perfect blend of camaraderie and adventure.
There are a lot of skiing and hiking trips out there. Some are packaged tours with cookie-cutter itineraries. Others leave you on your own to figure out the logistics.
PeakHouse exists to solve a different problem: how do you give people unforgettable, seamless group travel experiences they couldn’t pull off on their own? Without any compromises for the sake of commercialization?
Here’s what sets PeakHouse apart.
Our trips are designed for you to explore everything a region has to offer, with some trips covering as many as seven different destinations in a single week.
1. Fast-Paced, Expertly-Planned Itineraries
PeakHouse trips are built to help you get the most out of every destination. The schedules are intentionally fast-paced so you can ski more terrain, explore more areas, and experience the highlights that most people wouldn’t even know to look for.
Our team has been reviewing ski resorts for over six years and planning trips like this for college ski clubs and corporations for well over a decade. We know which lifts to hit first, where the snow holds up best, and how to avoid losing half the day to logistics. That knowledge shows up in every decision we make.
We’ve now had over 125 clients, with dozens of returners each year.
2. A Proven Track Record with Happy (and Returning) Guests
PeakHouse isn’t theory, it’s proven. Hundreds of travelers have already joined our ski and hiking trips, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. In fact, more than 25% of first-time guests have come back for return trips the following year. You can see several of our testimonials here.
Why? Because the trips deliver: high-quality experiences, real camaraderie, and a community that extends well beyond a single week in the mountains. There’s something to be said about bonding with others when you’re pushing each other to the limit. Most people leave PeakHouse trips not just better for where they’ve gone—but also for the people they’ve met and the ”mems” created together.
You don’t have to travel halfway around the world (or even get on a plane) for camaraderie like this!
3. Options for Every Budget
We know everyone travels differently, so we plan PeakHouse trips at several levels:
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Regional weekend trips for quick, affordable getaways (i.e. skiing in Vermont or Washington State; hiking in New Hampshire)
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Destination week trips at some of North America’s most coveted locations (i.e. skiing in Whistler or Utah; hiking in Banff or Jackson Hole)
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International or exotic adventures for bucket-list experiences (i.e. hike-to/heli skiing in Southern Colorado; skiing in Austria, Japan, or Chile; hiking in Hawaii or Switzerland)
No matter your budget, there’s a way to join the community. And because we negotiate group rates on lodging, transportation, and activities, you often get more value than if you tried booking everything solo.
Our trips have kitchens full of snacks and sandwich materials, with select homecooked breakfasts and dinners depending on the itinerary.
4. Vibe of a Friends Trip Without the Headaches
PeakHouse trips are designed to feel like a communal adventure with other like-minded travelers. But behind the scenes, we handle all the messy, time-consuming logistics that usually make group trips stressful.
We take care of:
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Coordinating carpools and rental cars
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Assigning rooms so everyone’s comfortable
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Buying a boatload of groceries so meals are always ready
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Planning seamless transitions between mountains, trails, and après spots
And unlike some group travel programs, we don’t cut corners with things that would make our lives easier but create a more corporate vibe.
You won’t be:
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Crammed onto commercial buses.
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Served pre-packaged, inauthentic meals.
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Denied the opportunity to take spontaneous detours from the official itinerary.
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Forced to do every itinerary item on the trip (they are all by invitation rather than mandatory).
We make the harder choices because they make for a more authentic, close-knit experience.
This is also a huge reason why our groups bond so quickly. Combined with our fast-paced itineraries, where you’re constantly skiing, hiking, eating, and relaxing together in different settings, you naturally get to know people in ways that just don’t happen on typical “turnkey” group trips.
All smiles when you’re carpooling up to the mountain with the gang!
5. Deep Industry Knowledge = Smoother Trips
For over six years, we’ve been reviewing ski resorts and outdoor destinations across North America and beyond, and we’ve now been to over 150 ski resorts and hiking destinations around the world. That means we’ve seen it all: weather issues, last-minute lift closures, lost baggage, transit delays—you name it.
We design every PeakHouse itinerary with that knowledge baked in, so we can anticipate potential hiccups and have backup plans ready. You benefit from years of experience without having to worry about the details yourself.
Be your own hero and sign up for a PeakHouse trip.
Final Thoughts
PeakHouse is the skiing or hiking trip you’ve always dreamed of going on. But now it’s actually a reality without the anxieties of the logistics that come with planning something like this on your own, the commercialization brought by more established players, or the lack of community that comes from traveling somewhere far away solo.
If you want to optimize your time on the trails, meet chill people, and explore world-class destinations without the headaches, it’s probably safe to say you’ve come to the right place.
Ready to jump in? 👇
Indy Pass Adds 43 New Resorts, Including Mont Sutton, Owl’s Head, and Portes du Soleil
The glade-dense and snowy Mont Sutton headlines a diverse set of additions to the Indy Pass. On Thursday, the Indy Pass announced a suite of access changes for the upcoming season, as well as a reopening of pass sales over the next few […]
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The glade-dense and snowy Mont Sutton headlines a diverse set of additions to the Indy Pass.
On Thursday, the Indy Pass announced a suite of access changes for the upcoming season, as well as a reopening of pass sales over the next few days.
In total, 43 new resorts have been added to the Indy Pass, though that number has quite a few asterisks, as some resorts included are for nordic skiing, and some are actually multiple resorts. By our count, 38 downhill resorts have been added this year, with two of those providing access to multiple areas (though you still only have two days at those as a whole).
Mont Sutton and Owl’s Head have been added to the pass, and Burke has been upgraded from an allied partner to a full partner, further cementing its place as one of the most extensive pass products in Northern New England.
The Indy Pass is adding resorts of all sizes across the world, from the 170 ft vertical of Hyland Hills in Minnesota, to the over 500 km of trails and 150 ski lifts of Portes du Soleil on the French-Swiss border.
The complete list of downhill ski areas added to the pass is:
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United States – 12
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Burke Mountain Resort – Vermont
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Buffalo Ski Club – New York
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Cuchara Mountain Resort – Colorado
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Dry Hill Ski Area – New York
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Hilltop Ski Area – Alaska
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Hyland Hills Ski Area – Minnesota
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Little Ski Hill – Idaho
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McIntyre Ski Area – New Hampshire
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Mt. Eyak – Alaska
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Mt. LaCrosse – Wisconsin
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Sunburst Ski and Snowboard – Wisconsin
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Tenney Mountain – New Hampshire
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Canada – 10
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Centre Vorlage – Quebec
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Hockley Valley Resort – Ontario
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Marble Mountain – Newfoundland
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Mont Sutton- Quebec
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Mont Edouard – Quebec
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Owl’s Head – Quebec
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Ski Mont Habitant- Quebec
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Smokey Mountain – Labrador
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Ski Valle Bleue – Quebec
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Val D’Irene – Quebec
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Europe – 13
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Glenshee Ski Centre – Scotland
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Hochzeiger Pitztal – Austria
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Krvavec Ski Resort – Slovenia
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Leukerbad Torrent Ski Resort – Switzerland
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Norefjell Ski and Spa – Norway
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OK Bergbahnen – Germany (7 mountains
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Palandoken Ski Resort – Turkey
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Pila – Italy
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Pitztaler Gletscherbahn – Austria
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Portes du Soleil – France and Switzerland (12 mountains)
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Rauriser-Hochalmbahnen – Austria
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Riksgränsen and Björkliden – Sweden (2 mountains)
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Steinplatte Tyrol – Austria
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Asia and South America – 3
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Corralco – Chile
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Canmore Ski Village – Japan
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Kurohime Kogen – Japan
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In addition, those who have not bought an Indy Pass yet will have their chance to do so now. A limited number of passes are on sale, but they will likely sell out quickly.
Indy Pass 101
The Indy Pass is a budget alternative to the better-known Epic and Ikon season pass products. Unlike its more expensive counterparts, Indy only offers two days at each full partner resort. However, the list of partners is lengthy, with at least 170 independent downhill ski resorts across the East Coast, Midwest, Rockies, West Coast, Japan, and Europe. Indy also features a handful of “Allied” ski resorts; access to these mountains is not fully included on its passes, but is significantly discounted.
The full press release can be found here: https://www.indyskipass.com/this-is-indy/news/2526-indy-passes-back-on-sale-after-adding-43-new-resorts-across-10-states-and-14-countries
Additions to the Indy Pass range from the tiny Hyland Hills to the absolutely gargantuan Portes du Soleil.
Our Take
East Coast Additions
While the Indy Pass only allows for two days at each partner, its density of resorts in the east has made it a strong competitor to the Epic and Ikon passes. While the resorts aren’t generally up to par with top-tier resorts like Killington, Tremblant, or Stowe, heavy hitters such as Jay Peak, Cannon, Saddleback, Waterville Valley, Bolton Valley, and Magic Mountain have made it a desirable buy for those looking to chase storms across New England.
The new additions this year are not the strongest overall in the Northeast, but each have some upsides. Mont Sutton adds another snowy area akin to Jay Peak just across the border, and nearby Owl’s Head has incredible lake views as well as modern lifts. Both of these are on the smaller size and have some dated infrastructure however, so those looking for the best mountain experience within driving distance of Boston may want to look elsewhere. Other local resorts such as Tenney and McIntyre in New Hampshire and Dry Hill and Buffalo Ski Club in New York make the Indy Pass a strong competitor for those who love to Ski the East but don’t mind smaller and less-built-up mountains.
West and Midwest Additions
In contrast to the Eastern additions, there isn’t much to say for the other North American resorts added. The Midwestern additions are all quite small, though they do provide easy day trips for those in the Twin Cities or Wisconsin. The Western additions are similar, either being incredibly small or incredibly remote, or both.
International Additions
Perhaps the most compelling addition to the Indy Pass is actually found across the pond. Portes du Soleil is the second largest ski domain in the world (after Les Trois Vallees), and the largest on a US-based megapass. Indy also added a few other heavy hitters in Europe, including Italy’s Pila, Norway’s Norefjell, Sweden’s Riksgränsen, Switzerland’s Leukerbad, and Austria’s Pitztal Gletscher.
For more information on the Indy Pass, check out our breakdown of Indy vs. Epic, Ikon, and Mountain Collective in video form below.
Hooray it’s Labor Day
Holiday Weekend Insights Saturday –Check out the S.T.E.M activities under the Adventure Tent. There are two chances to play with the Water Rockets and take the challenge of the Space Landing. Water Rockets blast off at 9:00 am and again at 10:30 am. The Space […]
ViewsHoliday Weekend Insights
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Check out the S.T.E.M activities under the Adventure Tent. There are two chances to play with the Water Rockets and take the challenge of the Space Landing. Water Rockets blast off at 9:00 am and again at 10:30 am. The Space Landings will occur at 1:00 pm and also at 2:30 pm.
In the evening, head to the lower level of the Meeting House for family games starting at 4:00 pm, and then when they finish up, throw on the bathing suit and shoot over to Courtside Pool for games and then a movie which starts at 8:00 pm. All of our retail shops and on-site restaurants are open on Saturday, too, so let those cravings guide you to the flavors you desire.
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Going on a Llama Trek could be one of the most unique opportunities at Smuggs. Go for a hike and picnic with the llamas carrying all your supplies. While you can’t ride the animals, you will be provided beverages and Ben & Jerry’s which certainly sweetens the deal. The pack heads out at 10:30 am, so pre-register online or with one of our helpful staff members in Guest Services.
As the sun starts to get a bit lower on the horizon, make your way out to the Village Green for the Smuggsational Family Social and Acoustic Music, which starts at 6:30 pm.
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Monday is the last day of summer programming at Smuggs. It’s the last day to get up and Stretch & Go with our hiking guides. They depart from the Gazebo at 8:00 am and at 10:00 am. This is a very rewarding way to start a day of not being at work. We are also offering a Yoga Hike that leaves from The Gazebo at 9:15, naturally, there will be a tree pose in the woods.
Close out of summer programming Monday evening at Mountainside Pool with our always popular Splash Party, followed by the Lagoon Pirate Party; meanwhile, a grill will be provided for you to fire up your own poolside dinner. Hot dogs and waterslides, sounds like every kids dream come true.
Starting Tuesday, 9/2/25, our hours for facilities, dining, and daily activities will change from normal summer operations. Please refer to our webpage for the most up-to-date information. Thanks for a great summer season!
Winter will be here fasterrr than you think…
Don’t forget to buy your pass by Labor Day to get the best price!
Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!
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Impressive Prominence
Conditions & Atmosphere Weather: Mostly Sunny, with a high near 67. West wind 6 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Vibes: We have entered our last week of full summer programming here at Smuggs. The calendar says end of August, but when I […]
ViewsConditions & Atmosphere
- Weather: Mostly Sunny, with a high near 67. West wind 6 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
- Vibes: We have entered our last week of full summer programming here at Smuggs. The calendar says end of August, but when I walked out the door this morning, I could have sworn it was September. There is that touch of fall crisp to the air, something that has always enticed me to get out and explore. So, dial up a hike, a bike, or any adventure that feeds exploration.
Today’s Highlight
- Activities:
Stretch & Go 8:00 am, and 10:00 am. Ages 15 & older. Gazebo on the Village Green.
Sterling Pong Hike 9:00 am. Ages 13 & older. Gazebo on the Village Green.
Smuggs I-Did-A-Cart 10:30 am, and 1:00 pm. All ages. Adventure Tent.
- Events:
Smuggs Backyard Bash and BBQ 5:00 pm. All ages. Village Green.
Marko’s Adult Magic Show 9:00 pm. Ages 21 & older. Bootleggers’ Lounge.
Looking Ahead
- Tomorrow is Kids’ Night Out in the FunZone 2.0. Sign up today to let your kids play and eat in the FunZone while you get an evening to yourselves. Dinner at the Hearth and Candle or Morse Mountain Grille without having to be concerned about that glass of milk spilling or whether or not someone ate enough vegetables sounds like a nice time to me.
- Wednesday is the weekly Mount Mansfield hike. Join our hiking guides as they take you on one of the ultimate Vermont adventures to the state’s highest elevation at 4,393 feet. With a prominence of 3,633 feet Mansfield shoots up from the surrounding area more greatly than some of the 14,000 foot peaks in Colorado. Mountain prominence measures how much a mountain stands out from the surrounding terrain. Technically, it is the vertical distance between the summit and the lowest contour line encircling the mountain and no higher summit. It shows how “independent” a mountain is compared to others around it. A peak with high prominence usually appears more dominant in the landscape.
The weather looks perfect for hiking tomorrow too, so don’t miss out on the best 360-degree view in the Green Mountains.
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Turn Me Loose
Conditions & Atmosphere Weather: Sunny, with a high near 78. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon. Vibes: Walk me out in the morning dew today, and if your feet get a little wet, it doesn’t matter anyway. It’s a sweatshirt morning that’s going […]
ViewsConditions & Atmosphere
- Weather: Sunny, with a high near 78. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.
- Vibes: Walk me out in the morning dew today, and if your feet get a little wet, it doesn’t matter anyway. It’s a sweatshirt morning that’s going to transition into swimsuit day as the sun continues to climb. Find that Friday fun and follow through with your friends and family!
Today’s Highlight
- Activities:
E-Bike Adventure Tour 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. Ages 21 & older. Off-site Lamoille Valley Bike ToursWater Wars Family Challenge 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm. All ages. Lower Village Green.
Tie-Dye Smuggs Style 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm. All ages. Adventure Tent.
- Event: Pirate Party Night! Sing-Along, Bingo, and Capture the Flag 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm. Rock-in with our Friendly Pirate Ron all evening, he’ll never tell you where he hid his treasure (flag.)
Looking Ahead
- The Champlain Valley Fair! August 22, 3:00 pm – August 31, 11:00.
The Champlain Valley Fair caps the summer season in Vermont! It features vendors, midway rides, games, entertainment, food, agricultural exhibits, nationally recognized performers, and more.38 Special and Loverboy Headlining Tonight!!!
https://champlainvalleyfair.org/
- Mark your calendar for September 18th – 21st The Discraft Green Mountain Championship and Fiddlehead’s FallFest.
Come watch the world’s best disc golfers take on our top 5 nationally ranked courses. After taking a day of watching professional athletes performing at the highest level, stick around for the evening entertainment headlined Friday by Kat Wright and Saturday is Rubblebucket!
Get more info and reserve your tickets here:https://www.smuggs.com/event/discrafts-green-mountain-championship-2/
https://www.smuggs.com/event/fallfest/2025-09-19/
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Pool Days > School Days
Conditions & Atmosphere Weather: Mostly Cloudy, with a high near 72. Light southwest wind. Vibes: After back-to-back fall-like mornings, instinctually is hard not to think ahead towards fall and winter and being prepared for those seasonal changes. In the same breath, it’s tough to let go of […]
ViewsConditions & Atmosphere
- Weather: Mostly Cloudy, with a high near 72. Light southwest wind.
- Vibes: After back-to-back fall-like mornings, instinctually is hard not to think ahead towards fall and winter and being prepared for those seasonal changes. In the same breath, it’s tough to let go of those easy, laid-back vibes of summer. My advice this morning, do both, stay present and enjoy the still-summer feels, but also start putting together that to-do list to be ready for the inevitable calendar flips. Maybe put the pre-Labor Day, seasons pass sale near the top.
Today’s Highlights
- Activities: Bikes, Balls, and Baskets.
Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – First Timers 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Ages 7 & older. Mountain Bike Shop.
Summer E-Bike Adventure Tour 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Ages 12 & older. Off-site. Lamoille Valley Bike Tours.
Pickleball Round Robin – Beginner 11:30 am – 12:30 pm. Ages 16 & older. Tennis Center.
Pickleball Round Robin – Intermediate 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Ages 16 & older. Tennis Center.
Disc Golf Group Lessons 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Ages 7 & older. Outdoor Center & Pro Shop.
- Events:
Smuggs Backyard Bash and BBQ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. All ages. Village Green.Jeffersonville Farmers’ Market August 20, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
The Farmers’ and Artisan Market unites our community’s producers, musicians, and neighbors with weekly live music. Enjoy the freshest local foods and more. You can find our summer market at 49 Old Main Street, in the field at the Route 15 & 108 South roundabout intersection. Please access parking at the silo space and the field off Old Main Street.
Insider Tips
- Trent’s Bread is available at the Country Store today. Made Fresh, Outstanding quality, sells out fast. Pair it with Cabot Cheese and Boyden Valley Wine on the deck of your condo with views of the mountain, and you might just think you’re in the French Alps.
- Last week for Notchville, so go get your lily pads leaps, and waterfall massages in before it’s too late.
- Check out the end of season sales at 3MO. Cool savings on hot gear! Have Sebastian set you up in a fresh look that has style and outdoor functionality all in one.
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