Single Chair Campaign Reaches Goal

A lot of people said it couldn’t be done, but the Mad River Glen Cooperative smashed its goal by raising over $1.65 million in donations to fund the historic restoration of the mountain’s iconic Single Chair. The fundraising campaign was made possible by unique partnerships with two non-profit groups, the Stark Mountain Foundation and Preservation Trust of Vermont. This collaboration allowed Mad River Glen to raise tax-deductible charitable dollars to finance the project. . more

Mad River Glen's Environmental Commitment

While Mad River Glen’s ski experience is unique, the mountain’s ownership structure, business model of sustainability and its mission of protection and preservation are downright revolutionary. They believe that by operating in a responsible and sustainable way, with minimum impact, (along with the great skiing) Mad River Glen's unique ski experience will appeal to a viable niche of skiers for years to come. more

MRG Goes Carbon Neutral - "Ski Green If You Can"

Mad River Glen, with the help of it’s non-profit partner, The Stark Mountain Foundation, has implemented the “Ski Green If You Can” carbon offset program for the 2008 ski season. It involves Mad River Glen purchasing carbon offsets to render the ski areas, already minimal, operations carbon neutral. These offsets will be earmarked fund methane digester projects on dairy farms right here in Vermont. These projects directly reduce green house gas emissions in a meaningful way and would not have been possible without these carbon offset purchases.more

Midweek Preschool Program Gets Kids to Say "I Can"

The Mad River Glen Ski School will once again be offering the popular Midweek Pre-school program this season. It is designed to offer families with children ages 4, 5, and 6 a fun, affordable ski experience. Skier to teacher ratios are kept low to promote a quality on-snow experience. While the focus is always on fun, your child is sure to improve his/her skiing and athletic skills. more

New Triple Major College Pass

Mad River Glen Joins Jay Peak and Bolton Valley Resorts Offering Unrestricted, Affordable Season Passes
New Triple Major Pass offers college skiers and riders unlimited access to Jay Peak Resort, Bolton Valley and Mad River Glen for $269. . more

Annual Snowshoe Festival

What better way to wrap up the year than with an outdoor adventure on snowshoes. On Saturday, December 29 Mad River Glen will be hosting the annual Tubb’s Snowshoe Festival. more

Mad River Glen Hosts the 10th Annual Uphill Snowshoe Challenge

Most people are aware of the challenges faced when descending the slopes of Mad River Glen. But were you aware that you can challenge the steeps of Mad River Glen uphill, on snowshoes? more

Jr. Mogul Challenge at Mad River Glen

Mad River Glen will be selecting its Sports Illustrated for Kids NextSnow Team based on this weekend's Junior Mogul Challenge along with their written response to an essay question. The first place finisher will receive a paid trip (along with a parent) to Sports Illustrated for Kids NextSnow Search at Killington on March 3 to 5. more

Women's Telemark & Yoga Clinic at MRG

Mad River Glen, America ’s Telemark skiing Mecca , is offering a unique women’s Telemark and yoga clinics. Whether you are a first time Telemarker or have years of experience these “break though clinics” are designed to help women “break through” to the next level. more

Single Chair Dedication Ceremony

The dedication ceremonies for the New Single Chair will take place on Satruday December 15. We'll be re-creating the original opening day in 1948. It will feature Governor Jim Douglas, Miss VT 1948, Jean Peatman, Miss VT 2007 and a very special apperance by Gen. Stark himself is also rumored.

Triple Crown Unconventional Terrain Competition

Mad River Glen’s Unconventional Terrain Competition will be held on Saturday, January 26. The first leg of Mad River’s Triple Crown Competition Series, the Unconventional Terrain Competition is the East’s original extreme ski competition and challenges competitors with a grueling test of their abilities. more

Roll Back the Clock Day

The last Tuesday in January is always an important day at Mad River Glen. It’s the day the ski area with the famous, "Ski It If You Can" bumper sticker, celebrates the anniversary of its grand opening in 1949. This year, Roll Back the Clock Day will be held on Tuesday, January 29. Mad River Glen will celebrate its 58th Birthday with lift tickets costing $3.50, the 1949 price. more

National Guard Weekend

The weekend of February 9-10 is National Guard Weekend at Mad River Glen. The public is invited to see troops from Company A, 3 rd Battalion, 172 nd Mountain Infantry of the Vermont Army National Guard demonstrate their mountain skills and training on the slopes and cliffs of Mad River Glen Ski Area. more

Triple Crown Mogul Challenge

Once again, Mad River will host it’s Mogul Challenge on Saturday, March 15th. The Mogul Challenge is the third and final leg of The Triple Crown Challenge, a season long series designed to crown Mad River Glen’s best all-around skier. The series consists of the Unconventional Terrain Competition, the Vertical Challenge, and the Mogul Challenge. more

Mountaineering Race

Mad River Glen and Sugarbush are once again teaming up to host the only New England’s event in the United States Ski Mountaineering Association’s (USSMA) prestigious Randonnee Rally Ski Mountaineering Race Series. The Mad River Valley event will take place on Sunday February 3, 2008. more

Triple Crown Vertical Challenge

The 9th Annual Mad River Glen Vertical Challenge will take place Friday, February 15. The grueling event challenges competitors to ski as many runs as they can in one day, on Mad River’s famous Single Chair.  To make things even tougher, the competitors are required to ski directly under the chair, a route that cascades down Chute and Lift Line, two of Mad River Glen’s most difficult trails. more

60th Annual Mad River Glen Family Tournament

On Saturday March 3rd, Mad River Glen will host the 59th annual Mad River Glen Family Tournament. When asked to describe the tournament, long-time Mad River Glen skier and shareholder, Mary Gallicano replied, “This is such a special event, everyone wins and the camaraderie is amazing. It’s one of the things that really helps make Mad River such a special place.” more

Telemark Festival is Top 10 Vermont Event

The 33rd annual North American Telemark Festival is the world’s oldest and largest gathering of Telemark skiers. This year the State of Vermont honored the event by including it as one of Vermont ’s Top 10 Winter Events. more

Backcountry Challenge at Mad River Glen

Attention skiers, snowshoers, and telemarkers – Prepare your gear for the most challenging event of the year! The annual SKIRACK Backcountry Challenge returns to Mad River Glen on Saturday, March 22 with a start time of 10AM. This grueling event pits you against the backcountry on a route that travels over five miles, while climbing over 2000 vertical feet! This is not a race! more

Co-op Shareholders to Meet

Mad River Glen, America ’s only cooperatively owned ski area, will hold its annual shareholders meeting on Saturday April 6 at 5 PM. more