Mountain Times - Volume 48, Number 48: Nov. 27-Dec. 3, 2019

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Volume 48, Number 48 Get started on some FREEquent reader miles. Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 

NESHOBE GOLF 

NEARS FORECLOSURE 

Brandon area golf 

course now seeks buyer 

to keep course open. 

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GRACE POTTER 

TO HEADLINE CUP 

Vermont musician 

Grace Potter will hit the 

stage after the Giant 

Slalom World Cup race 

in Killington, Saturday. 

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KILLINGTON ROAD 

WELCOMES NEW 

BUSINESSES, 

RENOVATIONS 

Since last winter, nine 

businesses along 

Killington Road have 

undergone new owners 

and/or significant 

renovations. 

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REMEMBERING JAKE 

BURTON, A LEGEND 

Jake Burton Carpenter 

helped found the modern 

snowboard and has 

inspired many athletes 

with his passion. The 

Vermont snowboard 

legend died Nov. 20. 

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Slate Valley school 

district to vote on 

$60 million build 

By Lola Duffort/VTDigger 

Renovations are planned at the Slate Valley union district 

high school. The school board will be asking voters to approve 

a big construction project on town meeting day. 

The school board 

in the Slate Valley Unified 

School District, 

which straddles 

Addison and Rutland 

counties, has endorsed 

a multi-school project that would renovate the high 

school, build a union middle school, and add on to one of the 

district’s local elementary schools. 

The plan is currently priced at $64.5 million, although 

school officials say they expect a revised estimate to come in 

just under $60 million. 

Many of the state’s high schools were built in the ’50s and 

’60s and are showing their age. Slate Valley won’t be the only 

district with a big bond on the ballot. South Burlington’s 

school board is proposing an eye-popping $209 million 

SVVSD > 6 

Killington struggles with 

short-term rental policy 

By Curt Peterson 

KILLINGTON—Town 

Planner and Zoning Administrator 

Preston Bristow 

said there are approximately 

931 short-term 

rentals in Killington—more 

than any other town in the 

state. According to the 2010 

Census, Killington has only 

820 full-time residents. The 

“Now we’re just at 

a critical point,”said 

Olsen-Farrell. 

Killington Planning Commission 

is proposing a registration 

ordinance to deal 

with the growing number 

of short-term rentals and 

safety and health issues 

they often produce. The 

commission held a public 

hearing Wednesday, Nov. 

20. About 40 attendees had 

Short-term rentals >16 

Killington real 

estate market is hot 

Multiple factors contribute to demand, 

vacation properties are majority of boom 

By Karen D. Lorentz 

Investments in both winter and summer attractions and 

activities at Killington Resort, expansion of Killington Mountain 

School programs, the transition to a year-round vacation 

paradise, the good value of real estate prices, and the “gig” 

economy of short-term rentals have all contributed to a hot 

real estate market in the Killington area. 

Real estate brokers note being the busiest they have been 

seeing appreciation of prices as the market transitioned out 

of being a buyer’s market. 

According to information provided by Prestige Real Estate 

— data based on sales and listings in Killington only— “Killington 

market revenue year-to-date is more than 75 percent 

higher than it was through the first three quarters of 2018.” 

“Sales hit a record breaking level of $29.5 million,” the 

highest total since Prestige Real Estate began tracking the 

Real estate boom > 58 

By Paul Holmes 

Mikaela Shiffrin has won the Slalom race at Killington the past four years. Can she do it 

again and defend her title on Sunday? Spectating is free, come see for yourself. 

Killington hosts World Cup 

Killington Cup welcomes the fastest women ski racers, 

will Shiffrin defend her Slalom title for the fourth year? 

By Polly Mikula 

There’s no question that Mikaela Shiffrin is at the top of her game — a true superstar in 

ski racing. For the past three years, nearly 40,000 fans have traveled to see her race down the 

aptly named “Superstar” trail at Killington Resort — and win the Slalom race each year. 

Can she do it again and defend her title as the Killington Cup Slalom Champion this 

Sunday, Dec. 1? Tens of thousands of fans hope so and will be cheering her on with cowbells, 

banners, hoops and hollers. Join in, spectating is free! 

The competition is always tight, with hundredths of seconds often separating racers. 

This weekend 100 athletes representing 20 countries are expected to participate in this 

year’s Giant Slalom and Slalom events at Killington, Saturday and Sunday. The races will 

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2 • LOCAL NEWS 

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 

Neshobe Golf Club on the brink of foreclosure 

Pledge drive fails to raise funds to offset long-term debt 

By Lee J. Kahrs 

An appeal for pledges from members to 

keep the Neshobe Golf Club alive in the face 

of foreclosure has failed. 

Neshobe Golf Club Board Chair Jeff Wallin 

said Tuesday morning that the club was 

only able to raise about half of the $575,000 

necessary to eliminate the debt and prevent 

foreclosure by the National Bank of 

Middlebury. 

The board held a meeting Monday night, 

Nov. 18, to count pledges. It will now pursue 

finding a buyer for the club. 

“We did not reach our goal on pledges,” 

Wallin said. “We’re moving ahead with 

finding a buyer. Some interest has been 

shown – one local group is pretty serious, so 

hopefully we can pull that off.” 

An attempt to save the club 

The appeal letter went out to members 

earlier this month asking for $4,000 per 

member to eliminate the club’s long-term 

debt before Dec. 31. 

At $4,000 per member and a total of 144 

members, the club hoped to raise $575,000 

in order to eliminate that debt, rather than 

raising $150,000 just to keep the club running 

for another year. 

The debt is a combination of a long-term 

mortgage and a line of credit, Wallin said. 

Neshobe Board Chair Jeff Wallin said he 

believes the National Bank of Middlebury 

is unfairly accelerating the foreclosure 

By Lee Kahrs 

The Neshobe Golf Club on Country Club Road in Brandon is facing foreclosure by Dec. 

31 after a failed attempt to collect pledges to alleviate long-term debt. Board chair Jeff 

Wallin said there is a local group of people interested in buying the club, however. 

process. 

“My greatest concern is that the National 

Bank of Middlebury seems more intent on 

maximizing their dollar return than working 

with us to ensure that Neshobe remains 

a golf course while still recouping their 

money,” Wallin said. 

The club originally had a mutual agreement 

with the bank for a redemption period 

until Feb. 1, 2020, to raise the money necessary 

to pay off the loan, or find a buyer or a 

group interested in buying the mortgage. 

Wallin said that on Oct. 28, the bank moved 

the date up to Jan.15, 2020, then two weeks 

ago bumped the date again to Dec. 31. 

“We have been making progress on finding 

a buyer but it seems to me that the bank 

is intent on thwarting that effort by closing 

the window we have to put a deal together,” 

he said. 

The National Bank of Middlebury did 

not reply to a request for comment. 

Golf takes a hit 

But Neshobe’s inability to attract new 

members are part of a larger, national problem. 

Golf as a sport is in decline. Playing 

the links has become less popular nationwide 

over the last few years. According to 

a National Golf Foundation 2019 report, 

golf course closures have outweighed new 

course openings nationwide since 2006. 

But what has contributed to the demise 

of these courses is a building boom that 

began in the late 1980s and saw 4,000 golf 

courses built over a 20-year period. 

Then, in case of really bad timing, the 

number of golfers and rounds played began 

to decline in the 2000s. Across the U.S., 10% 

of those courses have closed since 2006. 

While the National Golf Foundation maintains 

that the market is merely correcting 

itself, Wallin said that nationwide trend is 

trickling down to the Neshobe Golf Club. 

“Golf is experiencing a downward trend 

and Vermont is not immune,” he said. “The 

younger generation does not seem inter- 

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The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 LOCAL NEWS • 3 

Barnard voters 

to decide on 

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Vote scheduled for Dec. 10 


Barnard voters will decide whether to merge Barnard 

Academy into the Windsor Central Modified Unified 

Union School District on Dec. 10. Polls at the town offices 

will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Pam Fraser, Barnard representative on the school district 

board and Carin Park, chair of the Barnard School 

Board, hosted a public information session Thursday, 

Nov. 21. 

Fraser is both a member of the consolidated district’s 

policy committee and represents a town that rejected 

merging their Pre-Kindergarten through sixth grade 

elementary school into the district in February 2017. 

“I have one foot in each camp,” Fraser said. 

Barnard Academy has 79 students K-6. 

The Act 46 school consolidation legislation, expired 

July 1 and with it possible “forced merger.” The school 

district had already rejected forcing Barnard to merge, as 

a possible voluntary conjoining seemed promising. 

Fraser has said at board meetings and in public that 

the amendments proposed for the Articles of Agreement 

“benefit all the schools in the district, and the Board is in 

full agreement,” she said. “These changes aren’t just to 

please Barnard.” 

The amendments proposed 

for the articles of agreement 

“benefit all the schools in the 

district, and the Board is in 

full agreement,” Fraser said. 

“These changes aren’t just to 

please Barnard.” 

Regarding school closure, a major reason Barnard 

voters didn’t approve merging the first time, Fraser said 

previously it was too arbitrary. As amended, closing a 

school won’t be considered unless a newly-required 

annual report from the Supervisor indicates the cost 

per student at the campus was more than 120% of the 

district average for three years. In that case the town’s 

residents would vote on whether or not to close their 

school. If the cost per student rises above 130%, however, 

of that average for three years, voters in the whole 

district would vote on whether to close that school. 

Barnard voters also feared arbitrary grade reconfiguration 

– consolidating grades and possibly leaving 

Barnard with Pre-K through grade 3, with grades 4 

through 6 bused to another campus. Amended articles 

require standardized test scores 20 percent below 

district average for three years, cost per student is more 

than 120 percent of district average for three years, and/ 

or certain enrollment decreases are incurred, per the 

Annual Report. 

Fraser and Park are taking a neutral position regarding 

merger. 

Park reviewed the pros and cons of merging. She said 

financial stability is a plus – the town would be protected 

from large surprise expenses such as an influx of 

students deserving special education. “That also means 

we would be absorbing surprise expenses in the other 

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Bradford child collects socks for those in need 

By Virginia Dean 

The philanthropic efforts 

of 7-year-old Bradford 

Elementary School student 

Preston O’Donnell have 

had far-reaching effects 

in the Upper Valley this 

holiday season, including 

nearly 20 different locations 

where local residents have 

brought their donations of 

socks to help those in need. 

Begun as an effort to 

help her best friend who 

lost her home to a fire 

earlier this year, Preston’s 

campaign has resulted in 

nearly 5,000 pairs of socks 

(2,000 more than her original 

goal) that will be given 

to the local homeless and 

$2,000 to the Upper Valley 

Haven in White River Junction. 

Community members 

are still shipping their 

donations as of this week. 

The Haven is a non-profit, 

private organization that 

serves people struggling 

with poverty by providing 

food, shelter, education, 

service coordination, and 

other support. 

The fundraising effort 

has been contagious and 

area towns, in addition to 

those involved in Preston’s 

project, are likening the 

cause. In Woodstock, for example, 

Planning and Zoning 

Assistant Lynn Beach 

has placed a collection box 

in the town hall lobby for 

similar donations. 

“Preston has inspired 

me,” said Beach. “She’s so 

young and aware and saw 

the need to help others. I 

thought her work should 

continue.” 

As of Nov. 18, there are 

54 pairs of socks donated 

including men’s, women’s 

and children’s, Beach said. 

At the Haven, Laura Gillespie, 

director of development 

and commerce, 

noted that socks are “the 

single most-needed article 

of clothing for the homeless 

but are often the least 

donated item.” 

“For all of us, staying 

warm starts with a clean, 

high quality pair of socks,” 

said Gillespie. 

The challenges of poverty 

and homelessness in 

the Upper Valley are daunting, 

particularly when the 

weather turns cold and icy, 

Gillespie said. 

“Preston’s campaign was 

a heartfelt reminder that 

a sock donation is an easy, 

affordable way to make a 

difference from someone 

who is struggling,” said 

Gillespie. “Her enormous 

donation will allow the 

Haven to provide everyone 

who needs socks with two 

pair throughout the cold 

weather months. Preston’s 

can-do attitude is an inspiration 

to the Upper Valley!” 

Preston comes from 

a long line of hard work 

and community, according 

to her mother, Katie 

O’Donnell. 

“We’re a family of veterans, 

firefighters, EMTs and 

mental health advocates,” 

said O’Donnell. 

Indeed, Preston’s father 

is a firefighter who had 

been battling the blaze in 

which Preston’s best friend 

lost her home. He and her 

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Table of contents 

Local News ................................................................ 2 

Opinion ................................................................... 14 

News Briefs ............................................................. 16 

Calendar .................................................................. 25 

Music Scene ............................................................ 29 

Living ADE .............................................................. 32 

Food Matters ........................................................... 38 

World Cup ............................................................... 44 

Pets .......................................................................... 68 

Mother of the Skye .................................................. 69 

Columns .................................................................. 70 

Classifieds ............................................................... 72 

Service Directory .................................................... 74 

Real Estate ............................................................... 76 

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Neshobe foreclosure: Neshobe Golf Course faces a sped-up timeline for foreclosure from National Bank of Middlebury after not meeting funding goals 

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ested in taking up the sport.” 

Wallin also said the club’s location and the local population 

base are affecting its ability to attract members. 

“People are not willing to drive the extra 15 miles to 

play Neshobe,” he said. “Larger populations to the North 

and South enjoy golf courses in their own towns. All too 

frequently we hear, ‘I wish I lived closer because Neshobe is 

the best course in the region.’” 

In a push to save itself and improve the club, the board 

hired Matt Wilson earlier this year as the new general 

manager. 

“He has done a great job in lining up corporate tournaments 

and expanding our restaurant, as well as taking golf 

to the Neshobe School physical education department. Our 

biggest downfall has been a lack of aggressive marketing, 

which we had hoped Matt could get into this winter, but 

that doesn’t seem likely now.” 

One positive note is that the Segment 6 reconstruction 

project in downtown Brandon had no effect on the club’s financial 

issues, Wallin said, noting that the club is accessible 

from north and south without going through downtown. 

“If Segment 6 has an influence, we were looking at it as 

a very positive one,” Wallin said. Brandon is on the cusp of 

a renaissance that could only help the golf course. We feel 

that Neshobe is an integral part of the town providing recreational 

value to residents and visitors alike and Segment 6 is 

only going to draw more visitors.” 

It takes a village 

In fact, the town of Brandon sent a letter to the National 

Bank of Middlebury on Nov. 12 in support of the club: 

“The Town of Brandon is well aware of the financial 

difficulties presently plaguing Neshobe Golf Club, Inc. The 

Town also understands the right of the National Bank of 

Middlebury to protect its shareholders and to recover its 

investment in Neshobe. That said, it is in the Town’s best 

interest to strongly urge the bank to work cooperatively 

with Neshobe to obtain your goal without sacrificing the 

existence of the golf course. 

“Significant infrastructure improvements have contributed 

to the ongoing revitalization of Brandon are already 

yielding positive results despite the active phase of construction 

that dominated our town for the last five years. 

Our golf course plays a critical role in the continued growth 

of our quality of life/destination based economic development. 

“Alongside the new businesses and people that have 

relocated to Brandon, Neshobe has been and should continue 

to serve as a perfect complement to the town’s vibrant 

lodging and culinary establishments. In addition to the 

obvious economic impacts, Neshobe serves as an engaged 

community partner, working closely with our town recreation 

department organizing numerous outdoor functions 

for townspeople year-round. Neshobe also engages with 

our elementary school’s physical education department 

and sponsors the Otter Valley High School golf team while 

also opening its doors to surrounding schools and college 

for early spring play. 

“We are aware of ongoing efforts to solicit new owner/ 

operators of the golf course. The town simply encourages 

the Bank to strive to enlist strategies that ensure retention 

of the golf course as its loss to the town of Brandon would be 

devastating. We ask that you please work cooperatively to 

find this win/win solution so as not to leave a large void in 

the town of Brandon.” 

Wallin said as much as the board appreciates the town’s 

letter of support, he doesn’t know if it will matter. 

“I don’t know that it has had any influence on [the bank’s] 

course of action,” he said. “The track that National Bank 

of Middlebury appears to be on shows little empathy for 

retaining golf at Neshobe. I hope I am wrong.” 

Proposed bond would significantly renovate Fair Haven Union High School. 

SVVSD: $60 million proposed bond will be put to vote in March. 

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to build a new combined middle and 

high school building. Voters in Burlington 

and Winooski have approved large 

building projects of late. And the school 

board in the Mad River Valley’s Harwood 

Unified Union District is scheduled to pick 

between a roster of options for reconfiguring 

its schools, which could include a 

bond for upwards of $40 million. And in St. 

Johnsbury, a $3 million bond was narrowly 

greenlit by voters Nov. 5. 

The bond in Slate Valley would pay to 

renovate Fair Haven Union High, which 

administrators say faces a slew of deferred 

maintenance needs. Of particular concern 

is the school’s boiler, which officials say is 

original to the building. 

“Prior school boards, they really tried 

to preserve personnel, and unfortunately 

didn’t have the funds to put into the building,” 

said Slate Valley Superintendent 

Brooke Olsen-Farrell. “So now we’re just at 

a critical point, where we’re worried about 

having heat to get through the winter.” 

Particularly in newly-merged districts, 

school officials are increasingly proposing 

to create or strengthen union middle 

schools instead of continuing to educate 

the middle grades in local town elementaries. 

In the Slate Valley district, about 

half the bond would go toward building 

a union middle school attached to Fair 

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Haven Union High for all of the five-town 

district’s 7th and 8th-graders. Officials say 

the change would create the critical mass 

necessary to offer robust programming for 

the middle grades. 

The move would effectively shutter one 

of the districts’ schools – the Castleton Village 

School, which currently serves grades 

6-8, since 6th graders would be moved to 

the Castleton Elementary School. 

But officials say they want to re-purpose 

the space, and are at work on a potential 

partnership with Castleton University’s 

Early Childhood Lab. The university, which 

is part of the state college system, has 

indicated it would like to eventually site 

a child care facility at the Village School 

as it expands its programming, although 

talks between the district and college are 

preliminary. 

Slate Valley’s bond, if approved, would 

also pay for an addition at the Orwell Village 

School, where students currently attend 

gym class and eat off-site in the town’s 

former meetinghouse. 

Taken together, Slate Valley school board 

chair Julie Finnegan said the project would 

better equip the district to attract families 

with children into the area. 

Administrators hosted a tour of the high 

school on Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. for folks to see 

the facility’s conditions for themselves.


Killington Road sees business renovations, 

redevelopment and welcomes new owners 

By Katy Savage 

With Killington Resort investing millions of dollars 

in summer and winter activities, a number of business 

owners on Killington Road are following with upgrades 

and changes to their buildings. 

Some business owners have 

invested heavily into summer 

offerings with the rise in the 

resort becoming a year-round 

destination. 

“Everyone in the business 

(industry) does a direct percent 

of what the resort does,” said Chris Karr, the owner of a 

number of restaurants. “It’s going to bring more traffic 

by our doors and create more opportunities for us.” 

Karr expanded a deck at Charity’s this summer to seat 

30 people outside. 

“It’s an exciting time period,” said Karr. “We had a 

number of factors happen up here over the past few 

years. We’ve seen great management with the resort 

now...it’s made a lot of us more competitive in the marketplace.” 

Lookout Tavern owner Phil Black also invested in 

summer seating by installing a covered upper deck at 

his restaurant over the summer. 

“It’s been a project we’ve wanted to do for 15 years,” 

said Black, who took inspiration for his deck while pub 

crawling a number of restaurants during a visit in the 

Carolinas. “We just haven’t had summer business to 

make that type of commitment. We waited and waited 

and waited and business in the summer’s been growing 

and growing. We felt like last summer was the year to do 

that.” 

The new deck, open in the spring, summer and fall, 

seats about 50 people. 

Mountain biking continues to grow at the resort, 

with an estimated 30,000 visits last year and summer 

events are on the rise, but Killington Resort has also 

invested in winter activities. Last year, it announced 

guests would notice impacts of a number snowmaking 

improvements sister mountain, Pico, this year. A new 

$29 million K-1 Lodge at the resort was also announced 

“Everyone in the business 

(industry) does a direct 

percent of what the resort 

does,” said Chris Karr 

last year. Constructionwill continue until it’s complete 

by next winter. 

“It’s still happening little by little,” said Killington 

Resort Communication/PR & 

Social Media Manager Courtney 

DiFore. 

The 58,000 square-foot 

building will be three stories 

high, with a full service bar and 

floor to ceiling windows. 

“This is a significant step in 

fulfilling our vision to transform the way guests experience 

and enjoy Killington for years to come,” said 

Killington Resort President and General Manager Mike 

Solimano in a news release. 

The resort has invested about $60 million dollars in 

improvements in the last two years. 

“We have big plans for Killington 

moving forward that 

will continue to solidify us as 

the Northeast’s hub for yearround 

adventure,” Solimano 

said. 

Some business owners 

are taking advantage of the 

resort’s future plans by investing 

now. 

Robert “Sal” Salmeri, the 

owner of Moguls Sports Pub 

and Restaurant, bought the Killington Mall for $475,000 

at an auction on May 21, calling it a “pet project” of his. 

“I loved the building and it was killing me to see it 

closed and not run properly,” Salmeri said. “I decided to 

try to take it on and try to make something of it. It’s part 

of this town big time.” 

Salmeri spent the summer upgrading the 22,500 

square foot building. The exterior has been painted and 

the interior has new floors and new infrastructure. 

Salmeri is opening a new restaurant—the Nite Spot— 

featuring wood fired pizza, salads and deserts—in the 

former Outback Pizza. Another new restaurant, Taco 

X, will replace the Killington Diner in the same building. 

There will be a clothing store, a DJ upstairs and an 

arcade at the entrance. The Killington Mall will be open 

year round. 

“I’m looking for great pizza (and) a great family atmosphere,” 

Salmeri said. 

There have also been real estate changes on Killington 

Road. 

The Mountain Inn and Sante Fe restaurant, now 

under new ownership, is under a full renovation. New 

owner Caroline Wise plans to open the inn in early 

2020 and a distillery is planned for the former Santa Fe 

restaurant area. 

“I grew up skiing up here for the past 18 years,” said 

Wise. “When this property came for sale it seemed to be 

correct fit.” 

While there have been many investments, Killington 

saw changes in the hospitality 

businesses that decreased 

hotel room for this 

ski season. 

The Butternut Inn closed 

June 15 and was turned into 

a dorm room for Castleton 

University students. The 

Highline Lodge also closed 

to guests with an ownership 

change in November. The 

13-room lodge will available 

for rent via Airbnb in December. 

“It’s such a great area and there’s so much happening 

here with all the developments,” new Highline Lodge 

owner Kristin Zajac said. 

“I loved the building and it was 

killing me to see it closed and 

not run properly,” Salmeri said. 

“I decided to try to take it on and 

try to make something of it.” 

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the beginning of the 2020-2021 season. 

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1 

Public 

safety building: 

Killington Rd. 

Voters approved a new $4.7 million 

public safety building at Town 

Meeting in March and construction 

started in mid-November on Killington 

Road with foundations poured 

two weeks ago. 

Construction will continue 

through the winter. The new building, 

scheduled to open July 30, will 

cover about 14,000 square feet and 

house the Fire Department, Search 

and Rescue, emergency medical 

technicians, equipment and trucks, 

administration space and the Killington 

Police Department, with a 

port to allow secure gated entry for a 

police vehicle. The building will also 

feature a 900-square-foot community 

room with seating for about 50 

people. 

5 

2 


Merchant: 

2384 Killington Rd. 

Don Billings, who owns The Bakery 

on West Street and Roots the Restaurant 

on Washington Street in Rutland, 

purchased the former Phat Italian and 

On the Rocs in Killington last year and 

opened a market called Mountain 

Merchant and a restaurant called 

Crux. 

This year, he’s opening a Ramunto’s 

Pizza to replace the deli operation at 

Mountain Merchant. 

4 

6 

3


3 

Charity’s: 


Charity’s has a new outdoor summer 

dining option with a new deck 

that can seat 30 in the warmer months. 

“Everyone ’s looking for an outdoor 

dining experience in the summertime,” 

owner Chris Karr said. 

Karr has long thought of building a 

deck on Charity’s, similar to his other 

restaurants—Jax and the Foundry. 

“If this was back 10 years ago, it 

wouldn’t be an important thing to 

do,” Karr said. “Given the growth with 

summer activities, it’s important to 

do.” 

4 

The 

Lookout Tavern: 


The Lookout Tavern has a new 

deck—a project owner Phil Black has 

wanted to do for 15 years. 

“We just haven’t had summer 

business to make that type of commitment,” 

he said. “We waited and 

waited and waited and business 

in the summer’s been growing and 

growing. We felt like last summer 

was the year to do that.” 

There are about 50 seats on the 

covered outdoor patio—about 

double the size of the previous deck. 

“The old deck, besides being 

small, had no lighting at all,” Black 

said. “That was one of the real 

changes—having the roof and giving 

us all weather capability.” 

Black also converted his former 

office into a dining room last year, 

giving the building an additional 25 

seats. 

“Having that last winter was such 

an asset,” he said. 

5 

The 

Butternut Inn: 

63 Weathervane Dr. 

The Butternut Inn is no longer open 

to guests. The inn has been turned into a 

campus for college students studying hospitality 

and hotel management at Castleton 

University. 

Butternut Inn owner Jim Haff entered a 

seven-year lease agreement with Castleton 

University in April and closed the doors of 

the inn June 15. 

The inn is currently housing about 23 

students and one RA. 

Prior to Castleton University taking 

over Aug. 1, the inn underwent a number 

of renovations ahead of the fall semester. 

Haff, who ran the Butternut Inn for over 11 

years, after he bought it in 2007, took down 

the decks, set up new windows. The inn’s 

rooms were set up with college dorm style 

furniture. 

6 

Killington 

Mall: 


Killington Mall owner Sal Salmeri, 

who also owns Moguls Sports Bar and 

Pub, has spent the summer working 

on extensive renovations. 

The exterior of the 22,000 square 

foot Killington Mall building has 

been painted and there have been 

interior infrastructure upgrades 

with new flooring and carpeting. A 

new restaurant called the Nite Spot, 

featuring wood fired pizza, is ready to 

open in the former Outback Pizza and 

the Taco X, serving tacos for breakfast, 

lunch and dinner, will open in the 

former Killington Diner under Annie 

Gorin, Dave and Dan Sesko, John 

Harper and Adam Lindberg, who own 

Taco Experiment in Poultney. 

The Killington Mall will also feature 

an arcade and a new clothing store. 

DJ Dave is also set to broadcast 

from the second floor of the building.



7 

The 

Highline Lodge: 

96 West Park Rd. 

The Highline Lodge, the oldest lodge in 

Killington, has a new owner. 

Kristin Zajac purchased the 13-guestroom 

building in November. She plans to 

turn it into a short-term rental property and 

offer it to guests by the end of 

December. 

She said wedding parties, family reunions 

and larger groups will be able to rent 

the property on Airbnb. 

The decor will be updated and a residential 

style kitchen will be added to the dining 

room to go with a commercial kitchen. 

“I was really interested in being a vacation 

rental host,” said Zajac, who owns 

another rental property on Tanglewood 

Drive in Killington. “This seemed like the 

best way to do that.” 

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8 

9


8 

The 

Mountain Inn: 

47 Old Mill Rd. 

Caroline Wise bought the Mountain 

Inn and the former Sante Fe restaurant 

in June. 

The inn is under a full renovation 

and is scheduled to open in early 2020. 

All 49 rooms will include new kitchens, 

new bathrooms and new furniture, 

featuring a rustic and contemporary 

feel. 

“We wanted to bring in something 

a little different,” Wise said.” The 

Mountain Inn needs a little love on the 

inside.” 

The Santa Fe restaurant has been 

gutted and will become a distillery with 

a full-service restaurant. 

Wise, from Boston, has been skiing 

in Killington for the past 18 years. 

“When this property came up for sale 

it seemed to be correct fit,” she said. 

9 

K1 

Lodge: 


The new 58,000 square-foot K1 lodge 

will be open for the 2020-21 winter season. 

The three-story building will include 

a full-service bar, enhanced dining, additional 

seating and 180-degree views of 

the mountain. 

The first floor of the facility will house 

tickets, guest services, Killington Sports, 

rentals and a free bag check while the 

second floor will contain the food court, 

featuring locally-sourced ingredients. 

The third floor will house a full-service 

bar. The building is being designed by 

Breadloaf, which also designed the Killington 

Grand Hotel and Peak Lodge and 

will feature many of the characteristics of 

those buildings, including an open floor 

plan with mixed seating arrangements, 

floor-to-ceiling windows and a grandiose 

fireplace. The project also includes a redesign 

of the bus turnaround, skier drop 

off zone and the upper parking bays. 

The new lodge is scheduled to open 

in time for the 2020 Killington World Cup 

while the old lodge, which dates back to 

the 1950s, will be taken down after the 

winter season. A tear down party of the 

old lodge is scheduled for March 29, 2020.

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The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 LOCAL BRIEFS • 13 

Woodstock to 

consider emergency 

services building 

addition 


A public tour and informational meeting for a 

proposed remodeling and new addition to the Woodstock 

Emergency Services building will be held on 

Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 1 to 5 p.m. 

“We began looking into the idea of a remodeling 

or new building last February,” said Woodstock Fire 

Department Chief David Green. “The building has 

become too cramped and our needs have changed.” 

The committee for a new emergency services 

building has met several times over the last year. All 

three services, (fire, police, ambulance) currently 

held in the building have agreed that remodeling and 

a new building are needed. 

The 6,500-square foot building, located at 454 

Woodstock Road, is also under federal and state 

guidelines and is relegated to meet those standards 

as well, Green explained. The new building will be a 

“code heavy building,” according to Green who is also 

an Assistant State Fire 

Marshall. 

The cost is 

The proposal 

includes a complete projected to 

remodeling of the 

existing building and 

be $3 million, 

a smaller addition of which will be 

5,000 square feet out 

back. The architects presented 

are Nimtz, Berryhill, 

as a bond to 

Figiel (NBF) Architects, 

P.C. of Rutland Town Meeting 

that specializes in 

commercial buildings. 

in March 2020, 

Green said. 

The remodeling of 

the current building 

inside would include an office, dispatch center and 

fire and ambulance bays, and the second floor would 

contain several offices, Green explained. 

The layout would be new so some current bays 

would be eliminated and remodeled into offices and 

holding cells. There would be no changes to the outside 

except as needed with repairs. 

The new addition would include bays and workspace 

on the first floor and living quarters with a few 

offices on the second floor. 

“We currently house some of our employees off 

site,” said Green, “but we want them on site.” 

The cost is projected to be $3 million, which will 

be presented as a bond to the town meeting in March 

2020, Green said. 

“This is an estimated cost right now because we 

don’t have the official numbers back from the estimator,” 

said Green. 

If the bond is approved, the EMS Department will 

apply for local and state permits as required by law. 

In addition to the one on Dec. 4, there will be two 

other open houses on future dates, which will be announced 

soon, Green said. 

In the meanti me, the public is urged to stop by 

anytime on Dec. 4 from 1-5 p.m. and to view the 

power point presentation about the future of the EMS 

building. 

The Woodstock Fire/EMS building is located at 454 

Woodstock Road in Woodstock, next to Woodstock 

Home and Hardware just East of downtown on Route 

4 East. 

For more information visit woodstockfire-ems.org 

or call 802-457-2337 (non-emergency line). 

Barnard school merger: Residents will vote Dec. 10 on whether to join the school district 

> 

from page 3 

towns too,” Park said. 

Principal Hannah Thein said 

“shared services” are a district benefit. 

Extra janitorial help, 

technical services or facility 

repairs, which Barnard has 

to pay for, would be provided 

by the district on fairly 

short notice. 

Barnard has fine-tuned a 

“responsive classroom” teaching 

approach that Thein hopes could 

continue as part of the district. 

Park said intra-district school 

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said. “Barnard students might go to 

other campuses.” 

Park said any imagined education 

tax rate reduction will probably 

not materialize. 

Downsides include school 

district representation, based on 

population. Woodstock has six of 18 

representatives, and each smaller 

town has two. Fraser said Act 46 

gave three choices of governance, 

and the board chose the population-based 

model. 

Park said any imagined education 

tax rate reduction will probably 

not materialize. 

Asked about the proposed 

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Fraser said there isn’t 

enough information at 

this point to answer many 

questions about the project. She 

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Opinion 

14 • The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 

OP-ED 

Keeping small schools, 

small towns: ‘It just comes 

down to math,’ Gov. says 

By Angelo Lynn 

As advocates of small schools and those supporting 

school consolidation come to terms with declining enrollments 

and rising costs, here’s the conundrum both face: 

consolidation is the right short-term answer to cost-cutting 

to contain higher and higher taxes, but it’s the wrong 

answer to building a stronger, more diverse statewide 

economy. 

It’s a trickier question when asking which most benefits 

the student, because no two people are the same and what 

benefit one may not work as well for another. 

But no matter how you dice it, as Gov. Phil Scott said in a 

meeting in the Addison Independent’s office Monday, Nov. 

18, declining student enrollment with escalating costs is 

not sustainable. “It just comes down to math,” he said. 

But like in so many other areas of American economics, 

our collective focus is on the short-term fix, not the longterm 

answer. 

It’s true that to reduce property tax rates for Vermonters, 

which are high and going higher, the most immediate fix is 

to reduce school expenses. And that can be done through 

consolidation of schools and letting teachers go because 

we have declining enrollment in many of Vermont’s rural 

schools. (That’s not necessarily true in Chittenden County, 

Conservatives argue effectively 

that many are the fools who try 

to buck the fundamentals of 

capitalism and economic growth. 

LETTERS 

Make America 

humane again 

Dear Editor, 

While at a conference 

in D.C., I walked by a 

protest where a display 

of buttons was being 

sold, my eye immediately 

catching the button in 

big red lettering, “Make 

America Humane Again.” 

Shortly after leaving 

that protest I got word 

of the school shooting 

in Santa Clarita, Calif., 

where a high school 

student killed two of his 

or in the few other Vermont communities with higher 

growth rates where student population is growing and relative 

costs per pupil are less.) 

If the short-term goal is to keep taxes contained, consolidation 

and cost reduction is the logical process. 

But, if the goal is to build a stronger statewide economy 

over the long-term, say the next 10-20 years, Vermont 

needs to change the metrics. 

Bear with me for an explanation. Let’s first establish a 

few principles: 

• Growth should not be limited to Chittenden County, 

and a few other hot spots, but spread across the state. We 

need an action plan per county to do just that, and it’s going 

to have to have at least one component that relies on a 

strong educational system in each county. 

• We need to grow in places outside of Chittenden 

County for two reasons: we have underused infrastructure 

going to waste in counties that have seen a significant 

decline in population over the past 30 years, and we’ll have Gun 

to build more infrastructure in high growth areas if all the 

growth is concentrated there. Neither is the highest use of 

violence 

current assets. 

is not 

• To change the underlying dynamics that have caused 

current growth trends, you can’t stay with the status quo humane. 

and expect rural areas to grow. Significant change has to 

be considered. For example, currently state aid is based classmates and then 

on a per pupil dollar amount. That benefits schools that himself. 

are growing and penalizes all rural schools that have been The conference I was 

declining. 

attending was a joining 

This formula feeds an ever-descending spiral of consolidation. 

First, we consolidate the elementary schools; the tee on National Legisla- 

of the Friends Commit- 

towns without schools eventually wither, and not so long tion (FCNL) who I work 

from now, we make a move to consolidate all three union with to pass gun violence 

high schools into one. It’s what Vermont Secretary of Education 

Dan French noted in our meeting with the governor This administra- 

prevention legislation. 

and several cabinet members, adding that Addison County tion is not humane, 

was a prime candidate for such consolidation. 

and gun violence is not 

And we are. Absolutely. It makes economic sense. We humane, and these acts 

Small schools > 15 Humane > 15 

By Rick McKee, Counterpoint 

Trump is bad for the environment and your health 

Dear Editor, 

From 1987–1991 I was 

a National Cancer Institute 

Epidemiology Fellow 

at Columbia University 

School of Public Health in 

a research group that 

is now the Columbia 

Center for Children’s 

Environmental Health, 

studying how air pollutants 

cause cancer. 

Our research group looked 

at various biological markers 

of the earliest causes of 

cancer, including mutations, 

oncogenes, and DNA 

adducts (organic pollutants 

bonded to DNA leading to 

mutations that may cause 

cancer). 

Our principal investigator, 

Frederica Perera, has 

been doing ground-breaking 

research for 40 years to 

understand the interaction 

between environmental 

exposures, cancer and 

toxicity for children. She has 

contributed much of the 

science that informs and 

updates the Clean Air Act. 

Dr. Perera and her associates 

continue to advocate 

for sensible, evidencebased 

regulations that are 

protective of public health, 

especially of children. 

Now, President Trump’s 

EPA is issuing a new order 

that would significantly 

limit the use of previously 

This is like imposing an 

umpire for the umpire 

at a baseball game. 

published and independently 

peer-reviewed scientific 

studies of health effects 

of pollution. This new rule 

will require scientists to 

provide all their raw data, 

much of which is confidential 

medical records and 

information, for the EPA to 

re-review their studies. The 

rule also applies to previously 

published studies and 

the regulations promulgated 

as a result of these studies. 

This is like imposing an 

umpire for the umpire at a 

baseball game. 

The amount of time and 

money required to execute 

this review is huge. Delay 

can only benefit polluting 

and fossil fuel industries. 

This further justifies the 

EPA’s rescinding and loosening 

of rules, like the Clean 

Air Act (1963) and the Clean 

Water Act (1972), which 

have been so successful in 

limiting human exposure to 

known toxins and cancercausing 

chemicals. 

Before President 

Trump, the Clean 

Air Act also limited 

exposure to particularly 

dangerous small 

particulates known to cause 

respiratory distress, such as 

asthma and sudden death. 

Under the new rules, 

when regulations come up 

for renewal, the Trump EPA 

can reject these regulations 

until the EPA has again validated 

published research 

about the harm from the 

resultant exposures. With 

regards to children, this will 

include regulations about 

lead and mercury and their 

toxic effects on children’s 

developing brains. The 

EPA wants to re-evaluate 

well-established science. 

We should not be sacrificing 

another generation of 

children to the profit-driven 

desires of the chemical and 

fossil fuel industry. 

EPA’s director, Andrew 

Wheeler, responds to 

Hazardous> 16

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 CAPITOL QUOTES• 15 

CAPITOL QUOTES 

On the death of snowboard legend and 

Burton Snowboards founder Jake Burton 

Carpenter... 

“It takes millions of years to move 

mountains, but Jake Burton Carpenter 

was able to do it in a single lifetime. 

From snowboarders being chased 

from the slopes to Olympic gold 

medals being placed around their 

necks, Jake led the way and changed 

winter as we know it. We are forever 

grateful for his contributions to 

Vermont and snow sports around the 

world. My thoughts and sympathy are 

with his family, friends, community 

and the entire Burton organization,” 

Said Gov. Phil Scott. 

> 

Small schools: One-size-fits-all solution not sustainable 

from page 14 

could save lots of money with just one 

superintendent and one principal, and one 

primary facility but keeping the satellite 

schools in Vergennes and Bristol for some 

classroom space. And just think of the savings 

in athletic programs: instead of one 

team for each school, taxpayers would see 

consolidation into one unified county team 

with a third the number of teams to support. 

Not as many kids would be on the varsity, 

of course, and more would see bench 

time, but hey, those are necessary tradeoffs 

if economic efficiency is the holy grail. 

And that’s where that line of thinking 

takes us over time. 

It’s not all bad. Larger schools, theoretically, 

would have the money to offer 

more sophisticated programs. Larger class 

sizes to reach that optimal 14-17 pupil per 

teacher range would be a given (at least for 

a while.) 

But the downsides are equally apparent: 

there would be a loss of community 

involvement and attachment. Parental 

volunteers rally around small schools partly 

because they have to, because without 

them the work doesn’t get done as well. 

That’s not the case, or the expectation, in 

larger schools where many towns are combined 

into one school district. There are 

transportation issues to work out. But it’s 

doable, if that’s the road we choose. 

The flip side to consolidation is to 

change the funding formula to favor rural 

schools over those higher growth schools, 

which are currently benefitting from the 

financial aid formula in place. If high 

growth towns and their schools were seeing 

penalties because of their growth (instead 

of penalties effectively being placed on 

schools who lose student population), 

more Vermonters might choose to live in 

those outlying towns. And if rural communities 

were given incentives for lowerpriced 

housing, for example, perhaps the 

growth curve could be bent outward from 

our population centers to diversify our 

population base and spread the wealth into 

those existing towns. 

Admittedly, that’s a big lift — and stretch. 

Conservatives argue effectively that 

many are the fools who try to buck the 

fundamentals of capitalism and economic 

growth. 

But legislators need to have that conversation. 

If we are, 50 years from now, going 

to be a state with 151 towns, not the current 

251, we need to embrace that reality now 

and build around that newer, sleeker environment 

with eyes wide open. 

If we want to preserve our economy, and 

our culture, based on 251 communities, we 

need to change current economic realities 

and drive more of the state’s economic 

growth to its further reaches — and with it, 

justification to keep rural schools vibrant 

and in the mix. 

Angelo Lynn is the editor and publisher of 

the Addison Independent, a sister publication 

to the Mountain Times. 

“Hanging in my office is one of the early, 

wooden “Burton Boards” that are now 

so iconic to the sport. Marcelle and I 

will keep it there as a reminder of Jake’s 

generosity to his employees and his 

community, which was exemplified by the 

annual, open celebration he and Donna 

threw at their own home. It will stand 

as a reminder of his fierce dedication to 

address the emerging crisis of climate 

change and not only what it meant to 

the future of sport he held so dear, but to 

his children’s futures. And it will stand 

as the reminder of his friendship and his 

enduring love for our state. Jake valued 

community, and I know that legacy will 

carry on in all those who called him a 

friend, a mentor, a husband and a father. 

He was a visionary, and Marcelle and I will 

miss him dearly,” 

Said Sen. Patrick Leahy. 

> 

Socks: Seven-year-old sets example of caring 

> 

from page 5 

founded in 2011 to encourage 

children to collect 

socks for homeless shelters 

in their communities. 

“Little minds are very 

impressionable,” said 

O’Donnell. “It’s important 

to teach them kindness 

from the beginning. We 

are not a wealthy family, 

but we strongly believe in 

working hard. When possible, 

it is very important 

to reach out to others and 

help them get on their feet, 

too.” 

Preston’s collection 

of socks was packed into 

boxes and brought to the 

Haven by truck last week 

along with cash donations. 

Collection boxes were set 

up around the region. The 

monies will be used to 

support such services at 

the Haven as its food shelf 

program. 

“I think our rate of food 

insecurity in Vermont is 

around 11%,” said the 

Haven’s Director of Operations 

Jennifer Fontaine. 

“We’re not a huge state but 

11% of anything is really 

too big a number.” 

Despite being tired from 

counting socks every night, 

Preston allegedly was 

excited about bringing the 

donations to the Haven. 

She related that she was 

able to jump on the boxes 

that threw up socks in the 

air as a result. 

“Happy Socktober 

everybody!” Preston said. 

of violence that I hear 

about every day are not 

humane. 

My mission with FCNL 

to prevent gun violence 

only being reinforced 

every time I see a Google 

alert with a tragic headline. 

Members of Con- 

Humane: Appeal to restore humanity to U.S. culture 

from page 14 

gress, I urge you to pass 

Senate bill 42, Universal 

Background Checks and 

House bill 1236, Extreme 

Risk Protection Orders, 

and make America humane 

again. 

Thank you to my Congressmen 

Sanders, Leahy 

and Welch for their continued 

support, but now 

we need to reach across 

the isle and get these bills 

passed. 

I will continue to 

lobby, but others, please 

step up to the fight to 

reduce gun violence. 

Olivia Bravo, 

Middlebury 

“That’s what I said.” 

Preston had originally 

selected the goal of 3,000 

pairs of socks because 

there are nearly 1,300 

individuals experiencing 

homelessness on any 

given day in Vermont, as 

reported by Continuums 

of Care to the U.S. Department 

of Housing and 

Urban Development. 

“I’m happy that Preston 

was able to be a positive influence 

in the community 

at such a young age,” said 

O’Donnell. “She is a spectacular 

little girl who will go 

far. It’s important to use her 

ambition, leadership and 

outgoing personality to 

better serve others around 

her.”

16 • NEWS BRIEFS 


Short-term rental: The devil is in the details 

> 

from page 1 

some tough questions 

and comments for the 

commission. 

Bristow said the commission 

must hold at 

least one public hearing 

and the Select Board will 

hold at least one as well 

before making a decision 

about approving the 

ordinance. 

The number of 

short-term-rentals was 

estimated by Host Compliance 

LLC, a Seattle 

company that monitors 

internet advertising of 

short-term rentals with 

Killington locations. 

Asked for a legal definition 

of a short-term 

rental property, Bristow 

said if rent is charged, 

and if the property is 

rented for more than 14 

days in a given year, that 

defines it as a short-term 

rental and triggers the 

requirement for registration. 

Town Manager Chet 

Hagenbarth said temporary 

over-occupancy by 

family over holidays does 

not violate any rental 

regulations. 

“This is all about 

health and safety,” 

Hagenbarth said. “The 

regulations are already 

in place at the state level 

or in our existing zoning 

ordinance—this is a 

registration ordinance 

only.” 

If adopted, the 

ordinance will go into 

effect the following year, 

he said. Safety and/or 

health violations would 

be notified, and, after 

a waiting period any 

unremedied violation 

would earn a $200 fine 

for every day until the 

remedy is affected. 

A “small registration 

fee,” to be determined by 

the Select Board, would 

be charged for a registration 

certificate. Hagenbarth 

said he calculates 

one part-time administrator 

might be required 

to handle the registration 

process during for the 

first year when all shortterm-rentals 

would be 

registered for the first 

time. 

Then the monitoring 

company would build a 

data base of short-term 

rentals for the registrations, 

and notify of 

additions or changes. 

Bristow said monitoring 

might cost $70,000 the 

first year. A monitoring 

company hasn’t been 

selected, he said. 

Several short-term 

rental owners voiced objections 

to the proposed 

ordinance. 

Chuck Graziano called 

it “over-taxing, overbearing,” 

and involving 

“too many permits and 

inspections.” He suggested 

smaller, shorterterm 

rentals should be 

exempted. 

David McComb also 

thinks the registry will 

be “costly and overburdening,” 

and add new 

requirements. 

Hagenbarth said 

short-term rentals rented 

for less than 14 days per 

year are already exempted, 

and fire and safety 

requirements are already 

in effect – the registry is 

intended to help identify 

rentals to assure compliance, 

not to impose new 

requirements. 

Patricia Comblo, an 

attorney in New York, 

Massachusetts and Colorado, 

claimed the registry 

ordinance is “deficient” 

and “not ready to be 

passed.” 

Hagenbarth explained 

the proposal is only a 

recommendation to the 

Select Board, who would 

have to enact it, and 

that all the regulations 

registrants are required 

to certify are already in 

force. 

“This proposal is 

about prevention,” he 

said. “It’s about documenting 

short-term 

rentals are in compliance 

regarding sewer and septic, 

and fire prevention. It 

will protect both renters 

and owners.” 

Charles Underwood 

questioned the occupants 

per bedroom limit. 

“Most of the units in 

“The condominium 

our complex are designed 

for four people 

per bedroom,” he said. 

The proposal sets a 

two-person per bedroom 

total “plus two.” 

Hagenbarth said Act 

250 certification for condo 

complexes states the 

occupancy limit already 

and is not affected by the 

proposed ordinance. 

Select Board member 

Jim Haff said the registry 

would not be a problem 

for the majority of shortterm 

rentals, since they 

are condos. 

“The condominium 

complexes already have 

permits for fire and sewers 

with stated allowed 

occupancies, and the 

complexes already have 

permits for fire and 

sewers with stated allowed 

occupancies, and the Division 

of Fire Safety already inspects 

every unit,” Haff said. 

Division of Fire Safety 

already inspects every 

unit,” he said, adding 

that the property managers 

at each complex can 

provide the documents 

necessary to register. 

Planning Commission 

member Vito Rasenas 

admitted he isn’t enthusiastic 

about the proposal, 

but knows something 

has to be done, as septic 

system overloads and 

large rowdy parties arise 

from over-occupancy. 

“The resort started 

around 1956, but shortterm 

rentals only became 

a thing 3-4 years ago,” 

he said. “They’re good 

for the town, bringing in 

outside capital, inspiring 

outsiders to buy and fix 

up residential properties. 

But we need to have 

them registered so if we 

need to enforce the rules 

already in force, the ordinance 

has teeth.” 

The ordinance was 

tabled pending language 

suggestions from the 

hearing. 

The next Planning 

Board Commission 

meeting is scheduled for 

Wednesay, Dec. 11, at 

7:30 p.m. at the town hall. 

Hartland group finds $8 million 

in untaxed structures 


HARTLAND–Almost 90 residents attended 

the Hartland Municipal Resources 

Group’s (HMRG) breakfast on Nov. 16. 

Hartland has the third largest population 

in Windsor County after Springfield 

and Hartford, and, unlike adjacent towns, is 

growing in population. HMRG was formed 

to study Hartland’s resources and make 

recommendations for management to the 

Select Board, according to spokesperson 

Andy Kelly. 

Interest was stoked by listserv discussions 

of $8 million worth of untaxed 

structures identified during the recent 

reappraisal process, and talk about possible 

zoning ordinances, building permits, pollution, 

health and safety regarding the alleged 

undocumented buildings. 

Residents were animated by perceived 

unfair tax evasion by the owners, lost revenue 

for town maintenance and improvements, 

lack of adequate information for 

first-responders, pollution from suspected 

septic system inadequacies and disruptive 

influx of unexpected students arriving at 

Hartland Elementary School in September. 

How do homes get built under the radar? 

Even without building permit requirements 

the information may be available 

— most new residents change their drivers’ 

license and registration addresses, register 

to vote, advise the post office where to 

deliver mail, get a telephone line installed, 

incur utility bills, file mortgage liens with 

their deeds and open bank accounts. 

Coordinating all the available information, 

resident John Bruno said, would be a good 

idea. 

Hartland Volunteer Fire Department 

chief John Sanders addressed safety issues. 

Lack of accurate 911 addresses for undocumented 

dwellings makes responding to 

fires and health emergencies difficult and 

unsafe for responders, he said. He thinks 

education regarding regulations and safety 

is key. 

“For example, some older residents 

think they have the right to burn trash 

outside their homes,” Sanders said. “Once 

I talk to them and explain how dangerous 

> 

and toxic it is, they stop doing it.” 

Town Manager Dave Ormiston described 

some of the discovered untaxed 

assets as multiple mobile homes moved 

onto one property with no individual 911 

addresses, additions, sheds and barns. 

Pressed for more accurate information, 

Board of Listers chairman Doug Linnell 

said he thought there were actually fewer 

than 10 “total surprises” in the past three 

years, hardly the “rapid growth” depicted in 

one listserve email. 

Consensus was the town needs a 

“coordinator and enforcer of all regulations”, 

which would be a new position, and 

HMRG should recommend both hiring the 

coordinator and passing a “construction 

notification and certification requirement” 

ordinance to minimize the number of 

unidentified structures in town. 

This would not be a “zoning ordinance” 

or a “building permit requirement,” HMRG 

member Sarah Kobylenski said, and would 

involve a very modest fee. 

“It would help make sure we are all taxed 

in a fair way,” she said. “The details would 

be up to the Select Board.” 

Funding for the position would not 

come from “a pot of money created by 

increased tax revenue,” Select Board chair 

Gordon Richardson said. 

Adding the properties to the Grand List 

would only spread out the costs of operating 

the town among more property owners 

– the budget would remain the same. There 

is also no legal way to retrieve missed taxes 

on the unassessed assets retroactively. 

Eighty percent of property tax revenue 

goes to fund education, and twenty percent 

is available for local expenses. This means 

tax revenue from only $1,600,000 of the 

discovered assets will cover town expenses, 

relative to Hartland’s total Grand List of 

more than $400 million. 

Select Board members discussed a parttime 

position, possibly to be funded in the 

2020-2021 budget and will ask Two Rivers 

Ottauquechee Regional Commission to 

suggest an ordinance such as the one recommended 

by HMRG. 

Hazardous leader: Trump’s EPA aims to undo published research 

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criticism by scientists and 

public health experts by 

saying this rule will allow 

independent analysis of 

conclusions. Mr. Wheeler 

demonstrates a willful 

ignorance of the scientific 

process. Every one of these 

studies was subjected to the 

most rigorous peer review 

by scientists trained in the 

specific field of research being 

reported. These reviewers 

ARE the experts, with no 

axe to grind. 

We are witnessing 

another manifestation of 

the Trump administration’s 

abandonment of the search 

for truth, and an embrace of 

ignorance and conspiracy 

theory. 

Some EPA political appointees 

and advisors are 

climate change deniers, 

and doubt the hazard of 

such exposures as second 

hand smoke or air pollution. 

EPA Director Wheeler, 

a political appointee, wants 

to be the U.S. Science Czar, 

deciding which studies to 

accept and which to reject. 

He is uniquely unqualified 

for this endeavor as he’s 

beholden to the very companies 

he is supposed to be 

regulating. 

We are now returning to 

the bad old days, when industry 

was unregulated and 

Americans paid the price, 

often with their lives. Here 

is yet another example of 

the anomaly of the Trump 

presidency — this time 

violating basic principles of 

public health and safety. 

I am reminded of the Joni 

Mitchell song, “Big Yellow 

Taxi” — “Don’t it always 

seem to go, that you don’t 

know what you’ve got till it’s 

gone. They paved paradise, 

and put up a parking lot.” 

Jack Mayer, 

Middlebury

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 NEWS BRIEFS • 17 

Vermont resorts prominent at Boston expo 

By Karen D. Lorentz 

Vermont was well represented at the 38th annual Boston.com Ski & Snowboard 

Expo at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston Nov. 14-17. The show, 

which draws thousands of snowsport lovers every year, marks the 

New England kick-off to the ski season, pumping up attendees 

with bargains, entertainment, excitement, and fun. 

In addition to booths featuring Ski Vermont (the state’s 

trade association), ski resorts like Killington and Pico, 

Vermont products like Long Trail Ale, and services like Vermont 

Adaptive Ski and Sports, there were guest appearances 

from Vermont snowsport influencers, including 

two local snow aficionados. 

Olympian Donna Weinbrecht and Ski Diva Wendy 

Clinch spoke with women visiting Her Turn at The She 

Shed, a special-interest booth that highlights specific 

women’s ski slope and apres-ski interests. 

Kathy Benharris, originator and curator of the booth 

along with Grace Goodearl, said the idea was to create an 

area where women could connect with other women and 

have conversations about a diverse variety of subjects. To that 

end there were appearances from a Yogi expert, a beauty expert 

and snow influencers Weinbrecht and Clinch among others. 

In describing her passion for snowsports, Benharris told the 

Mountain Times, “Playing in the snow keeps you young and smiling … 

Skiing is the most fun a girl can have with clothes on.” As an advocate of gear designed 

for women, the décor of The She Shed featured women-specific winter sports 

products and a host of information that would be helpful to women of all abilities 

and ages. 

Clinch, who lives in Plymouth, is the founder 

of TheSkiDiva, the leading women’s ski online 

community made up of thousands of 

women who come together to talk about 

anything and everything ski-related. 

Asked to comment, Clinch said, “The 

women’s exhibit at the show was a 

celebration of women and skiing, and 

I was happy to be a part of it. Women 

who ski come in all ages, shapes, 

sizes, and ability levels, and the 

visitors to the booth reflected that. 

Many wanted to talk about gear, or 

ask about where they could find a 

good women’s clinic, or just share 

their own ski experiences. It’s all 

about getting stoked for the season,” 

she added. 

Clinch was a natural to connect 

with women since she started the 

SkiDiva forum in 2006 as “a place to 

connect with other women who 

By Jon Clinch 

Wendy Clinch 

cared as passionately about skiing 

as I did. The other ski communities 

were pretty much dominated by 

men, and I wanted an environment 

where women could feel comfortable 

while talking about skiing in a way that they could relate to. 

“It was a real treat to be at the booth with Donna Weinbrecht. Donna is a skiing 

icon and an inspiration to women skiers everywhere. She’s accomplished so 

much and is so down to earth, and really connects well with people. I loved that she 

brought her gold medal along and let people try it on. It’s not everyday you see something 

like that,” Clinch noted. 

Asked about her time at the She Shed, Weinbrecht told the Mountain Times, “I 

talked to women about my women’s camps at Killington — coached by an all-women 

staff, which creates a socially supportive learning experience. 

“I really enjoy my time at the “She Shed” as the idea of empowered women within the 

industry follows my personal mantra of ‘strength and grace.’ This is something I feel 

we can not only bring to the hill but indeed incorporate into all aspects of life. 

“I had two campers visit me at the shed on Saturday. They wanted to sign up again 

for this winter and reminded me of a camp they came to a couple of years ago. The 

temperature was minus 9. Of course there was talk of postponing the event, but as I 

told the ladies if you go home now, sure you’ll be warm, but if we all go out today we 

will always have the knowledge that we overcame, skied, had fun and will forever 

have the experience. I firmly believe that what we do on the hill helps us everywhere 

we go. 

“Of course if the ladies are with their husband/boyfriend, I tell them that I do also run 

a men and women’s mogul specific camp. So, no excuses,” Weinbrecht added. 

Among other show highlights was native Vermonter Doug Lewis’ Eliteam 

Fitness Challenge, which provides youngsters an interactive fitness 

arena that puts fun in physical fitness training via an obstacle 

race course (it’s fun for adults, too). 

Lewis, a former World Cup ski racer, World Championship 

medalist, Olympian and Sugarbush legend, runs Eliteam 

camps with Kelley Lewis as a program to improve conditioning 

for young ski racers. He created Eliteam in 1991 

as a way to pass on his knowledge and share his passion 

for sports with future generations. 

As Weinbrecht noted, the Ski & Snowboard Expo 

provides a great platform for snowsport personalities to 

share their expertise and passion and pump people up 

for the ski season. 

“It’s a great way for me to connect, interact with the 

public and to share my Olympic gold medal and Olympic 

experiences. It feels like through the years, I’ve taken 

thousands of pictures with kids and adults wearing 

By Jon Clinch 

Donna Weinbrecht and 

Wendy Clinch at the Her 

Turn at the She Shed 

at the Boston Ski and 

Snowboard Expo. 

the medal around their necks. It brings back a special 

memory of when I was a kid running around a ski show 

getting autographs from Wayne Wong or Billy the Kid, 

my ski heroes,” Weinbrecht said. 

Doug Lewis tells a similar story of having gotten Phil 

and Steve Mahre’s autographs when they trained at 

Killington. Lewis went on to race in the Olympics with 

them and, like Weinbrecht, identifies with joy of “giving 

back” via the ski show. 

The four-day event, a mountain lov er’s paradise of all kinds of info, equipment 

and vacation deals, giveaways, special events, and sports personalities was sponsored 

by Subaru of New England. 

I’ve taken thousands of pictures with kids and 

adults wearing the medal around their necks. 

It brings back a special memory of when I 

was a kid running around a ski show getting 

autographs from Wayne Wong or Billy the Kid, 

my ski heroes,” Weinbrecht said. 

Courtesy of Doug Lewis 

Doug Lewis at his “Elite Team” obstacle course with Donna Weinbrecht.



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On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Partners for Prevention, a 

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New Sugarbush owners promise few immediate changes 

By Anne Wallace Allen/VTDigger 

WARREN — Rusty ment is just one of many 

Gregory, the CEO of recently as large resorts 

Sugarbush Resort’s new are purchased by large 

parent company, knew companies. 

his audience was worried Smith said in a letter to 

that corporate ownership the community that the 

would change the nature recent acquisition of Peak 

of the ski area that drives Resorts by Vail Resorts 

their local economy. this year was “the tipping 

So Gregory gave out his point” in his decision to 

mobile phone number sell. 

from the stage, first to dozens 

In the East, only three 

of employees who at- 

major resorts remain 

tended a meeting to hear independent, Smith said: 

from Alterra Mountain Co. Sugarbush, Jay Peak and 

executives, and then to Waterville Valley. He defined 

more than 200 community 

“major” as more than 

members who gathered 250,000 annual skier visits. 

later Wednesday night for “Looking out at the 

a similar presentation. horizon, it became very 

Gregory said he hoped apparent to us that remaining 

stakeholders would call 

totally indepen- 

him to let him know what dent without being owned 

Alterra was getting right as or partnering would make 

it assumed ownership of it increasingly difficult to 

the resort, and what it was be viable in the long run,” 

getting wrong. 

he said. 

“This is a place heading 

Sugarbush, founded 

in a great direction in 1958, is a key feature in 

already,” said Gregory, the Mad River Valley with 

flanked by other executives 

trails on Mount Ellen and 

at a meeting room Lincoln Peak, joined by a 

at the Warren resort. two-mile long quad lift, 

He promised that the billed as the longest and 

Sugarbush faithful would fastest in the world. The 

see barely any changes, ski area reports 111 trails 

especially in the first year. and 4,000 acres of skiable 

“Our first goal is to not do terrain. 

any damage to that.” 

When the Sugarbush 

Win Smith, Sugarbush’s sale is complete, Alterra 

owner for the last 18 

will own 15 resorts, 

years, announced Nov. 13 including Steamboat in 

that the Colorado-based Colorado, Squaw Valley 

Alterra will purchase the and Mammoth in California, 

year-round resort effective 

Stratton in Vermont, 

at the start of the new Tremblant in Quebec, 

year. That announce- 

and CMH, a heli-skiing 

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By Glenn Russell/VTDigger 

Current Sugarbush owner Win Smith discusses the resort’s recent acquisition by Alterra during a community meeting 

in Warren on Wednesday, Nov. 20. 

company in the Canadian 

resort town of Banff. The 

privately held company 

has 25,000 employees, 

Gregory said. 

Gregory and Smith said 

the move will help Sugarbush 

with economies of 

scale in areas like IT, staff 

health insurance, and 

equipment purchases. 

“Not everyone likes 

me saying this but it’s the 

truth: Doing business in 

Vermont is expensive,” 

said Smith, citing taxes, 

regulations and a lowerthan-average 

unemployment 

rate of around 2%. 

“With Alterra, there are 

ways of offsetting other 

costs. If we buy a groomer, 

we have very little negotiating 

power; if Alterra buys 

12 or 13, it is different.” 

Perhaps the largest 

example of that scale is the 

Ikon pass — an offering 

from Alterra, Aspen and 

several other companies. 

The pass provides entry 

to more than 40 ski areas 

and other destinations 

worldwide — including 

Zermatt in Switzerland — 

for one set price and offers 

five days at partner areas 

including Killington. Vail’s 

version of the popular 

multi-resort pass, created 

before the Ikon, is the Epic 

pass. Sugarbush partnered 

with Alterra last winter to 

admit Ikon passholders, 

and all of the executives at 

the meeting Wednesday, 

including Smith, cited the 

pass as a major asset. 

“The Ikon pass gives 

stability in what can be 

a very volatile business,” 

said CFO Tim Donahue. 

Smith and other investors 

purchased Sugarbush 

in 2001 from American 

Skiing Co. That large company, 

which later broke 

up, came under heavy 

criticism from locals in the 

years after its purchase for 

the way it managed the ski 

area. 

Since 2001 Sugarbush 

has invested $74 million in 

mountain improvements 

including seven new lifts, 

significant upgrades to its 

snowmaking system, and 

the revitalization of the 

Lincoln Peak Base area, 

complete with the Clay 

Brook Hotel and Residences 

and the Gate House 

Lodge, two skier services 

buildings, the Farmhouse 

and Schoolhouse, and new 

slopeside residences. 

This time around, 

Gregory said, the large parent 

company will put Sugarbush’s 

existing culture 

first. He and Smith said all 

165 year-round employees 

– a workforce that swells 

to 1,000 in winter — will 

be retained; Smith, 70, will 

continue to be in charge 

locally. 

Gregory said Alterra 

will focus on working with 

guests, employees and 

financial stakeholders. 

“To us, the company 

is a lot of people beyond 

just the ownership and 

the bank that lends us 

money,” he told community 

members. “It’s about 

learning, about understanding 

how you think, 

and not thinking we know 

anything more than we 

did when we first talked to 

Win about partnering.” 

Matt Lillard, the general 

manager of the neighboring 

Mad River Glen 

cooperative ski area, said 

Wednesday he wasn’t 

surprised when he heard 

Sugarbush would be sold. 

“It makes sense, based 

on where the industry is 

going,” Lillard said. “I’m 

glad it’s Alterra. From 

watching other consolidations 

and buyouts around 

the state, I think Alterra 

has a very good plan of letting 

each area have their 

own distinct character.” 

The Alterra executives 

didn’t have easy answers 

for the many who asked 

about sustainability initiatives. 

Ski areas are among 

the largest energy users in 

Vermont. 

Gregory said environmental 

responsibility 

is one of Alterra’s core 

values. 

“It’s a very complex 

thing but it’s very important, 

and in a lot of our 

resorts we’re not very far 

along,” he said. “Not as 

far along as you are here 

in Vermont. There’s a real 

sense of urgency.”


Remembering Jake Burton 

Vermont snowboard legend birthed a passion that lives on 

Jake Burton Carpenter died Wednesday, Nov. 20, surrounded by family and friends. On Nov. 9, Jake sent the following 

email to his employees: “You will not believe this, but my cancer has come back. It’s the same tumor as the 

first time around. We just never got rid of it all. A bit of it hung out in my lymph nodes and got back into business. The 

odds are in my favor, but it is going to be a struggle for sure. As much as I dread what is facing me, it’s easier to deal 

with when you know that you have a family that will carry on. I feel the same way about my company, my friends and 

our sport. I will be back, but regardless, everything is in good hands which is an amazing feeling when entering this 

zone of uncertainty.” 

Below is a profile from 2017 based on interviews with Jake and his wife Donna on the 40th anniversary of Burton 

Snowboards. 

The seven lives of Jake Burton Carpenter 

By Lisa Lynn/Vermont Sports 

Tuesday in early January, there’s 

a slight drizzle. Snowboarding’s 

most famous couple is at the base 

of Stowe Mountain Resort, razzing 

each other about who picked up 

whom on New Year’s Eve, 1982, at 

the Mill in Londonderry. 

“My name is Jake and I build 

snowboards. That was his pick-up 

line,” said Donna Carpenter as 

she unstraps from her board. She 

stretches out his name, ‘Jaake,’ the 

way actor Jeff Bridges in the film, 

“The Big Lebowski,” said “I’m the 

Duude.” 

“So, I’m this cool girl from New 

York City and wanted nothing to do 

with him,” said Donna, with a laugh. 

Jake Burton Carpenter shakes his 

head and steps out of the new Step- 

On prototype bindings.“No way, you 

picked me up,” he said. She was 18. 

He was 28 and making snowboards 

in a barn. 

Thirty-five years later, they are 

married with three kids. Donna is the 

CEO of Burton, (the “CE-Ho” Jake 

calls her). It is a global company now 

with a 35%share of the snowboard 

market, five offices around the world, 

and retail outlets from Haight-Ashbury 

to Soho. They own sub-brands, 

Anon, Red, Channel Islands surfboards 

and more. 

The company is still headquartered 

in Burlington. It celebrates its 

40th year this year [2017]and is about 

to come out with the Step-On binding, 

a breakthrough product it’s been 

developing for four years.Donna and 

Jake are healthy and, at 53 and 62, 

remarkably fit. They live in a relatively 

modest farmhouse in Moscow, Vt., 

albeit a farmhouse with a basement 

you can skateboard in. They ride 100 

days a year. This all seems slightly 

miraculous on any number of levels—not 

the least of which is that Jake 

Burton Carpenter is still alive. 

“The last 18 months have been 

pure hell,” said Donna on the chairlift 

ride up. We’ve done a few runs on 

Courtesy of Burton 

Jake Burton Carpenter (center in blue) enjoyed riding and sharing his passion 

with friends and family from the very beginning to the very end. 

buttery-soft snow, Jake pulling ahead. 

“I’m not as fast as I was,” he said. 

“I used to be able to do really short, 

quick turns—that was my thing. But 

I’m getting stronger. Last year I had a 

hard time keeping up with Donna.” 

In January 2015, Jake had a full knee 

replacement. In March 2015, he went 

to the U.S. Open in Vail and snuck in 

turns with his son George, pro rider 

Kevin Pearce and his surgeon and 

friend Bryan Huber. The next week, 

Jake was back in Stowe and swimming. 

A strong surfer and a captain 

of his college swim team at New York 

University, he regularly swims intervals 

at The Swimming Hole. 

“Flying home from Utah I was thinking 

that if this plane went down right now I 

wouldn’t think I’d been shortchanged in 

any way. No, I have no regrets,” said Jake. 

“I was in the pool when I began 

seeing double,” he said.“I thought 

he’d just been partying too much and 

blew it off at first,” Donna remembered. 

The next day, Jake went to 

Copley Hospital in Morrisville. 

“They were great, did all the tests. 

Then they told me, ‘This isn’t something 

we can handle: you need to go 

to Dartmouth Hitchcock.’ When I got 

to Dartmouth, I heard: ‘Tomorrow 

you won’t be able to swallow. The next 

day, you won’t be able open your eyes. 

The day after, you won’t be able to 

breath,’” Jake recalled. 

He would be placed on a feeding 

tube and would need a tracheotomy 

to breathe. Jake was diagnosed with 

Miller-Fisher syndrome, a nerve 

disease related to Guillain-Barré 

syndrome that causes the auto-immune 

system to fight first the sheath 

of the nerves and then the nerves 

themselves. If caught soon enough 

and treated, the resulting paralysis is 

temporary and treatable. 

“If it gets to the nerves, not just the 

sheaths, it can mean three years before 

you recover, not three months,” 

Donna said. As Jake lay flat, able only 

to communicate by scribbling notes 

on a pad, his mind went to a very dark 

place. 

“I wrote notes to my kids that I 

was thinking about suicide,” he said 

softly. “I was lying on my back unable 

to move or speak or breathe. Miller- 

Fisher really messes with your mind 

and impacts your brain. I didn’t know 

how out of it I was and I just didn’t 

believe I would ever get better.” 

It was not Jake’s first brush with a 

serious illness. In 2011 he was diagnosed 

with testicular cancer. He went 

to the Mayo Clinic and went through 

four rounds of chemotherapy. His 

oldest son, George, came out to help. 

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together,” Jake said. 

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number seven,” Donna said. In July, Jake 

was well enough to move home where 

Donna began to care for him, while still 

running the company. His feeding tube 

was not removed until Aug. 19. 

Six days later, Burton was being flamed 

across the internet. YoBeat, a website that 

billed itself as “making fun of snowboarding 

since 1997” published an anonymous 

letter alleging that two of Burton’s key 

management team were using drugs on 

the job, alienating employees, mismanaging 

funds and leading the company away 

from the core snowboard culture it had 

built. It prompted Vice to run the headline 

“Is Burton in Trouble?” 

Then, on Christmas eve, 2015, two of 

the Carpenters’ sons headed up to the 

Stone Hut, the state-owned, off-the-grid 

cabin near the summit in Stowe. The 

family had spent many Christmases there, 

but that day the boys headed up to stoke 

the fire for friends who were supposed to 

arrive later that day. To get the fire going, 

they left the door of the wood stove open 

and a wet log leaning against it. The next 

morning, ski patrol found the hut engulfed 

in flames. 

The Carpenters donated $150,000 towards 

its rebuilding.The rest of the season 

it barely snowed on the East Coast or in 

Europe, two of Burton’s biggest markets. In 

March, 2016, Burton announced layoffs. 

During Jake’s illness, a steady stream of 

Burton pro riders, including Mark McMorris, 

Danny Davis and Shaun White, made 

pilgrimages to the hospital room. “It’s those 

guys who keep the passion going and keep 

me stoked,” Jake said. “It’s those guys and 

girls who inspire me.” 

In the early days of snowboarding, 

Burton fought hard to pro rider Craig Kelly 

away from Burton’s biggest early competitor, 

Sims. He won. Kelly rode for Burton for 

more than 20 years before he was killed in 

an avalanche in 2003. Since then Burton 

has signed—and helped make—the biggest 

names in the sport: including Terje Haakonsen, 

Jeff Brushie, Kelly Clark and Mikkel 

Bang. 

“Like us, these 

guys are passionate 

about snowboarding,” 

Jake said. 

“Shaun White would 

snowboard even if he 

never got paid a dime 

because he loves it.” 

“Passion is what it 

is all about,” Donna agrees. “When we were 

starting out, we looked at the ski industry 

and realized those guys had lost their 

passion: the ski companies were getting 

bought out by big companies. They were 

being run by guys in suits and hosting their 

meetings at golf courses,” Donna said. 

“That’s why we give employees lift tickets 

and have our meetings on snow.” 

Snowboarding revolutionized winter 

sports. But as with skiing, it has seen a 

decline in recent years, going from 8.2 

million in 2010-11 to 7.7 million in 2014- 

15, according to Snowsports Industry of 

America. “We certainly thought about selling 

the company,” Jake admitted. “But the 

best thing we’ve done is keeping it private. 

If we had gone public, 

I would have been fired 

long ago,” Jake Burton 

Carpenter said. 

Courtesy of Wikicommons 

Burton pro Kelly Clark soars through the air. Clark won three Olympic medals as a member of the Burton snowboards team. 

If we had gone public, I would have been 

fired long ago.” 

“Staying private has meant we can think 

long-term and not make those decisions 

that might be good short-term solutions 

but harm the company down the road,” 

Donna said. “For instance, I’d say our 

number one innovation now is a focus on 

sustainability.” 

In the last year, the company has managed 

to save 60-85% of the waste from 

producing a board by upcycling it into 

things like name tags or sample holders for 

breweries and 80%of its apparel is bluesign 

approved, an environmental standard for 

textiles. 

One of the things Burton has focused 

on is consistently innovating and putting 

out new product but 

not oversaturating the 

market—a problem, 

Jake noted, that has 

become rampant in 

the ski industry. “Who 

wants to see some 

guy show up with the 

same board as you but 

he bought it this year 

at 30% off?” 

It has also grown through expanding 

its outerwear and durable goods line to 

include backpacks and even tents. Much 

of the expansion has been done through 

co-branding collaborations, which include 

South Park, Star Wars and outdoor tent 

company Big Agnes— “everything from 

Disney to Playboy,” Donna said. 

The latter collaboration earned the 

company some heat, especially as Donna 

was trying to play a larger role in getting 

women on boards. “At first, I was like, no 

way are we doing a Playboy board,” she 

said. “But then I saw the graphics, and they 

were more kitschy, and sort of 1950s style 

– not really porn. Now, not even Playboy 

is showing full nudes so the collaboration 

seems pretty benign.” 

When it came time to build an R&D facility 

in Burlington, the Carpenters named 

the 10,000-square-foot space “Craig’s,” in 

memory of Craig Kelly. While you can tour 

much of Craig’s and see boards being built, 

parts of it are hidden from view. There, over 

the past four years, engineers have been 

secretly working on the Step-On binding. 

“You told the guys, ‘Hey, I’m 60 years old, 

I’m tired of sitting on my ass in the snow 

and strapping in,’” Donna said to Jake. 

While step-in bindings have been around 

for two decades, the challenge has been to 

create one that doesn’t jam with snow. “This 

binding has three clicks to it, so you can 

click in lightly and then, as the snow melts, 

you stomp down harder and click in more,” 

Jake said. 

The binding and the accompanying 

boots come in two stiffnesses and two 

models for both men and women. “It’s 

going to be a game changer,” said Jake. “It’s 

probably the third biggest innovation I’ve 

seen in snowboarding, after metal edges 

and the high-back binding.” 

Craig’s is also where Jake built his first 

and only signature board, The Stone Hut, 

the limited-edition board he named for the 

cabin atop Stowe. And it’s where he worked 

on the shape and design board he is riding 

now, The Philosopher, with graphics by artist 

Jeff Koons. 

“I thought I was a control freak, you 

should see Jeff at work,” Jake said of Koons, 

the contemporary artist whose orange Balloon 

Dog, sold at auction for a record $58.4 

million. Koons fell in love with snowboarding 

and came to Burton two years ago for a 

collaboration. 

“When you’re on a snowboard, there is 

a sense of oneness, and I’m just mesmerized 

by it. So, I created an idea for a board 

that reflects the philosophy of this feeling, 

starting with Plato’s Cave – the idea 

of transcendence, freeing oneself and 

walking out of that cave in a higher state 

of consciousness. That’s what the act of 

snowboarding does for me,” Koons told 

Britain’s The Telegraph. 

Koons wanted the graphics to be 

reflective so Burton created the largest foil 

stamps ever used. Only 50 boards were 

made, each priced at $5,000. They were 

sold to raise money for The Chill Foundation, 

which the Carpenters launched to 

introduce underprivileged kids to snowboarding. 

The allegory of the cave tells the story 

of prisoners who are tied up in a cave and 

can see only shadows of the real world that 

are projected on the walls from the outer 

world. It’s only once they emerge from the 

cave that they see things as they are. 

After a year of hell, Jake and Donna are 

beginning to see light ahead. “One thing 

this past year has done is it helped me really 

rely on John Lacy, our president. He’s 

my retirement strategy,” said Donna. Their 

oldest son George (whose middle name is 

also Burton) now plays a role in the business. 

“We told all of our kids they had to do 

three things before they could join the 

business: they had to work somewhere else, 

they had to learn a foreign language and 

they had to do service work and volunteer. 

George has done all three and joined us as a 

product developer.” 

The family spent Christmas in Utah 

where Timi, the youngest has been studying 

to get his backcountry guide certification. 

“If anything, this past year has brought us 

all closer together,” Donna said. 

Jake nods and smiles. “Flying home from 

Utah I was thinking that if this plane went 

down right now I wouldn’t think I’d been 

shortchanged in any way. No, I have no 

regrets.”


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Bikram Yoga 

6 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 6 a.m. IHP; 9 a.m. 60 min. 26+ yoga; 4 p.m. bikram 

60; 5 p.m. IHP; 6:15 p.m. Baptiste Flow. 22 Wales St., Rutland. trueyogavermont.com. 

Story Time with Jill 

9:30 a.m. 

The Brandon Public Library’s storytime led by Jill is on Wednesday 

mornings. Join in for songs, stories, and crafts every Wednesday at 

9:30am. 4 Franklin St. in Brandon. 

Brandon Sits! Community Meditation 

12:30 p.m. 

New to meditation? Welcome! Please plan to arrive the first time at 

12:30 and you’ll receive an orientation to and guidance in mindfulness 

meditation to help you get started. Sit for 10 minutes, 20 minutes or 

more. Come when you can, leave when you wish. 4 Franklin St. in 

Brandon. Questions? Call the Library or AnnMarie Roth at Nourish Your 

Purpose (247-5300) 

Domestic Violence Support Group 

12 p.m. 

A support group for survivors of domestic violence. 12-1 p.m. at the 

Rutland Free Library, 10 Court St. in Rutland. 

Book Club 

1 p.m. 

Rutland Free Library Book Club meeting. November’s title is “The Paris 

Wife” by Paula McLain. 

Heart of Ukulele 

5 p.m. 

Chaffee Art Center holds informal ukulele group Wednesday, 5-7 p.m. 

Donations appreciated. 16 S. Main St., Rutland. 

Tai Chi Level II 

5:15 p.m. 

This level II Tai Chi class is a continuation of the Tai Chi for Beginners 

class. At the Rutland Region Medical Center CVPS/Leahy Community 

Health Education Center. For more info call 802-772-2400 

Kripalu Yoga 

5:30 p.m. 

Kripalu Yoga at Killington Yoga with Alison. 3744 River Rd, Killington. 

killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101. 

Adult Open Studio 

6 p.m. 

Get muddy on Monday nights with our drop-in clay at the art studio. 

Rutland Recreation Courcelle Facility at 16 North Street Extension. $5 

per visit OR $20/$31 Punchcard. For more info call 802-773-1822 

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Vegetate for the Holidays 

7 p.m. 

Cooking classes from Odyssey Events in Bridgewater 

Corners. Chef Ted Fondulas, former owner of 

Hemingway’s Restaurant, is hosting classes at his 

mountain top retreat. $65pp For more info call 

802-342-1513 or visit odysseyeventsvt.com 

THURSDAY, 

NOV. 28 

Bikram Yoga 

6 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 6 

a.m.Bikram 60; 9 a.m. IHP; 

5 p.m. Bikram 60; 6:15 p.m. 

IHP. 22 Wales St., Rutland. 

trueyogavermont.com. 

Meditation Circle 

Thankful Yoga 

8 a.m. 

Join the Woodstock Athletic 

Club for its annual Thankful 

Yoga course, offering one hour 

of complimentary instruction 

for all. Sign ups requested, call 

the front desk at (802) 457-6656. 

Food donations for the Woodstock 

Community Food Shelf greatly appreciated. 

Killington Turkey Trot 

9:30 a.m. 

A 5k run/walk starting at the Pickle Barrel. Live 

music, raffle. $25 in advance, $30 day of, all ages 

welcome! 1741 Killington Rd in Killington. 

Zack’s Place Turkey Trot 

10 a.m. 

A 5K run and walk held on Thanksgiving Day. The race begins in front 

of the Woodstock Elementary School, 15 South St in Woodstock. 

Registration is $30 in advance and $35 day of. For more information 

visit zacksplacevt.org/turkey_trot.php 

“Slow Flow” Hatha yoga class 

11:30 a.m. 

Join Cassie Reed, 200 hour RYT, for a 60 minute “Slow Flow” Hatha 

yoga class every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30am -12:30pm at the 

Killington Welcome Center conference room. 

Breaking Bread 

5:30 p.m. 

Free Community meal open to all. Complete with main dish and beverages 

made at the church, and side dishes and desserts brought in as 

potluck items. At the Rutland United Methodist Church, 60 Strongs 

Avenue in Rutland. 

Bridge Club 

6 p.m. 

Rutland Duplicate Bridge Club meets Thursday, 6-10 p.m. Godnick 

Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. 802-773-9412. 

All Levels Yoga 

6:30 p.m. 

Chaffee Art Center offers all level yoga class with Stefanie DeSimone, 

50 minute practice. $5/ class, drop-ins welcome. 16 South Main St., 

Rutland. Bring a mat. 

Meditation Group 

7:15 p.m. 

Chaffee Art Center holds meditation group Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 

7:15-7:45 a.m. Donations appreciated. 16 S. Main St., Rutland. 

FRIDAY, NOV. 29 

Bikram Yoga 

6 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 6 a.m. IHP; 9 a.m. bikram 90; 12 p.m. IHP; 5 p.m. 

Baptiste Flow. 22 Wales St., Rutland. trueyogavermont.com. 

Level 1 Yoga 

8:15 a.m. 

Basic Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River 

Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101. 

Trot it Off 

8:30 a.m. 

Okemo Mountain School hosts Trot it Off, a 5k run/walk to benefit the 

Wendy Neal Scholarship. Registration will be in the Cornerstone Room 

at Okemo’s Jackson Gore Inn. Entry fee is $25 in advance, $30 day of, 

and $10 for childred 10 and younger. 

Flow and Restore Yoga 

9:30 a.m. 

The Woodstock Athletic Club hosts a round of flow and restore for a 

90-minute class. 1489 South Street in Woodstock. 

Playgroup 

9:30 a.m. 

Rutland Free Librarby hosts the Parent-Child Center Playgroup each 

Friday from 9:30-11 a.m. 10 Court St., Rutland. 

Creative Space 

10 a.m. 

Chaffee Art Center holds creative space Friday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bring 

tools/supplies to create works of art with other inspiring artists. Open 

to all. Donations appreciated. 16 S. Main St., Rutland. 

Story Time 

11 a.m. 

Sherburne Memorial Library holds story time Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. 

Stories, songs, activities. All ages welcome! 2998 River Road, Killington. 

802-422-9765. 

Noon Group 

12 p.m. 

AA Noon Group meets every Friday at noon in the Fox Room All meetings 

are “No smoking” in District 6. For more info call the District 6 

Hotline number (24 hour): 802-775-0402 

Meet Team Sweden 

1 p.m. 

Meet team Sweden in the Mahogany room in Killington’s K1 lodge. 

Friday Movies on the Big Screen 

1:30 p.m. 

Bring a friend and enjoy a free movie screening on the big screen 

upstairs. Call the Library for titles. (802) 247-8230 Popcorn provided! 4 

Franklin St. in Brandon. 

POC and Volkl Athlete Signings 

1:30 p.m. 

Meet and greet World Cup athletes at Peak Performance Ski Shop, 

located at 2808 Killington Road in Killington. 

Knitting Group 

2 p.m. 

Maclure Library offers knitting group, Fridays, 12-2 p.m. 802-483-2792. 

840 Arch St., Pittsford. 

Yoga for strength and balance 

3 p.m. 

The Woodstock Athletic club host a 60-minute class for yoga for 

strength and balance. 1489 South Street in Woodstock. 

Recycled Percussion 

4 p.m. 

World Cup festivities kick off with a performance by Recycled Percussion. 

Free in the festival village. 

Rossignol Athlete Signing 

4 p.m. 

Meet and greet World Cup athletes at Peak Performance Ski Shop, 

located at 2808 Killington Road in Killington. 

Althete Bib Presentation 

5:45 p.m. 

The top 15 ranked giant slalom athletes will be presented with their 

start order for the giant slalom race in the World Cup festival village. 

Each athlete will be introduced on the stage and presented with their 

bib by local ski race athletes. 

Open Gym 

6 p.m. 

Friday night open gym at Head Over Heels, 152 North Main St., 

Rutland. 6-8 p.m. Ages 6+. Practice current skills, create gymnastic 

routines, learn new tricks, socialize with friends! $5/ hour members; $8/ 

hour non-members. Discount punch cards available. 802-773-1404. 

Winterland Premiere 

7 p.m. 

TGR is coming to Killington, VT. Winterland is showing in the Snowshed 

Base Lodge for the winter kick-off party of the year. Doors 7 p.m., 

Film show art 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 Adults, only $10 for ages 16 & 

under and will support the Pico Ski Club. 

Vegetate for the Holidays 

7 p.m. 

Cooking classes from Odyssey Events in Bridgewater Corners. Chef 

Ted Fondulas, former owner of Hemingway’s Restaurant, is hosting 

classes at his mountain top retreat. $65pp For more info call 802-342- 

1513 or visit odysseyeventsvt.com 

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Literary Open Mic 

7 p.m. 

Poets, storytellers, spoken word artists in all genres are invited to perform 

original pieces, classics or other favorites at the Stone Valley Arts 

at Fox Hill in Poultney. Hosted by David Mook and other special guests. 

145 E. Main Street. 

Never in Vegas 

8 p.m. 

The North East’s hardest working cover band performs at the Pickle 

Barrel. 

SATURDAY, NOV. 30 

Bikram Yoga 

7:30 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 7:30 a.m. Bikram 90; 9:30 a.m. IHP; 11 a.m. Baptiste 

Power Flow 75. 22 Wales St., Rutland. trueyogavermont.com. 

Wellness Sampler 

9 a.m. 

Petra’s Wellness Studio, Howe Center, building 3, 3rd floor, Rutland. 

Free event: 9 a.m. Kripalu Yoga, 9:45 a.m. Yomassage, 10:30 a.m. 

Meditation, 11:15 a.m. Reiki. petraoneill.wixsite.com/petraswellnessstudio.com. 

Pre-register, space is limited: PetrasWellnessStudio@ 

gmail.com or 802-345-5244. 

Vermont Farmers’ Market (Rutland) 

9 a.m. 

The indoor winter market is held every Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Vermont 

Farmers’ Food Center, 251 West St., Rutland. vtfarmersmarket. 

org 

World Cup GS Run 1 and Dj Logic 

10 a.m. 

DJ Logic will play after the conclusion of the first Giant Slalom runs at 

11:15 a.m 

The Grinch 

10 a.m. 

A free showing of “The Grinch” at the Paramount Theatre. Prizes for 

best Whoville hair. For more info visit paramountvt.org 

BINGO 

Every Thursday 

Doors open 5pm 

Games start 7pm 

American Legion - Post 

87 871 Pleasant Street 

West Rutland, Vt 05777 

No Strings Marionettes 

11 a.m. 

Local puppeteers Dan Baginski and Barbara Paulson bring their marionettes 

to the Chandler Center for the Arts. 71 n Main St. in Randolph. 

Open Gym 

11 a.m. 

Saturday morning open gym at Head Over Heels, 152 North Main St., 

Rutland. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. All ages welcome. Practice current skills, create 

gymnastic routines, learn new tricks, socialize with friends. $5/ hour 

members; $8/ hour non-members. Discount punch cards available. 

802-773-1404. 

Kids’ Saturday Classes 

11 a.m. 

Chaffee Art Center offers different activity for kids each week - painting, 

cooking, craft making and more. $10, pre-register at 802-775-0036; $15 

drop in. 16 S. Main St., Rutland. chaffeeartcenter.org. 

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World Cup GS Run 2 and Grace Potter 

1 p.m. 

Grace Potter at approximately 2:30 p.m. 

Mario the Maker Magician 

1 pm.. and 4 p.m. 

Town Hall Theater in Middlebury presents Mario “the Maker Magician” 

Marchese. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for youth (plus fees). 

Discounts are available for groups of four or more. Tickets can be purchased 

at townhalltheater.org. 68 South Pleasant Street in MIddlebury. 

Paint and Sip 

3 p.m. 

A paint and sip outing with Maurie Harrington at Killington Sports. 

The nights painting will be “The Skiers.” Cost is $35 per person which 

includes lite bites, all painting supplies and a souvenir Killington wine or 

pint glass. 21+ and BYOB.Space is limited to the first 15 participants. 

Sign-up in store or by calling (802) 422-6800. 

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Warren Miller’s Timeless 

7 p.m. 

Come kickoff winter with Warren Miller’s 70th film, Timeless. $15 in 

the Snowshed Baselodge. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at 

the Killington Ski Club, Peak Performance and First Stop Ski Shops. 

If available, tickets can also be purchased day of show at Snowshed. 

For ticket information, e-mail, johnnyo@killingtonskiclub.com 

Julian Loida 

7:30 p.m. 

Brandon Music welcomes the highly talented composer, percussionist 

and producer Julian Loida. Tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner is 

available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended 

for the show. Venue is BYOB. Call 802247-4295 or e-mail 

info@brandon-music.net for reservations or for more information. 

Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Rd. in Brandon. 

Never in Vegas 

8 p.m. 

The North East’s hardest working cover band performs at the Pickle 

Barrel. 

SUNDAY, DEC. 1 

Bikram Yoga 

9:30 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 9:30 a.m. Baptiste Power Flow; 11 a.m. IHP; 4:30 

p.m. Bikram 60; 5:45 p.m .Yin. 22 Wales St., Rutland. trueyogavermont. 

com. 

World Sup Slalom and Twiddle 

10 a.m. 

Women’s Slalom 1st run at 10 a.m., followed by a live performance by 

Twiddle at approximately 11:30 a.m. Second runs will follow at 1 p.m. 

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World Cup Parade 

2 p.m. 

A festive kick off for the 2019-2020 Alpine Ski Racing Season! At Killington 

Resort immediately following the World Cup races. 

Meet Your Spirit Guides 

2 p.m. 

An introductory workshop at Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center, 120 

Merchants Row in Rutland. For more information visit pyramidvt.com or 

call 802-775-8080 

Memory Tree Lighting 

3:30 p.m. 

Start the holiday season off with this meaningful and enduring tradition 

of remembrance. Donations of $1 per name in memory of your loved 

ones help light Brandon’s Memory Tree. For more information, contact 

the Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce at 247-6401 or visit www. 

brandon.org. 

Science Pub 

4 p.m. 

Preston Garcia, Assoc. Professor of Biology at Castleton University will 

discuss “Why Being Too Clean Can Be Harmful” at 4 pm at Brandon 

Inn. 

Klezmer Practice 

4 p.m. 

Every Sunday at the Rutland Jewish Center. Anyone playing an instrument 

is welcome. 96 Grove Street. 

MONDAY, DEC. 2 

Bikram Yoga 

6 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 6 a.m. IHP; 9 a.m. 60 min. Bikram; 4 p.m. IHP; 5 

p.m. Baptiste Flow; 6:15 p.m. Bikram Beats. 22 Wales St., Rutland. 


Cider Monday 

10 a.m. 

Phoenix Books invited you to enjoy a free cup of delicious, hot apple 

cider! (While supplies last.) Cider Monday is a new tradition being 

started by lots of small businesses in New England, and it’s our way 

of thanking you for choosing to shop indie and support a strong local 

economy this holiday season. 

Better Breathers Club 

11 a.m. 

An American Lung association program. Learn better ways to cope 

with lung conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and asthma 

while getting the support of others in similar situations. First Monday of 

every month 11-12:00 at Godnicks Adult Center 1 Deer St Rutland VT. 

802-776-5508 

Killington Bone Builders 

11 a.m. 

Bone Builders meets at Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Rd., 

Killington, 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Free, weights supplied. 

802-422-3368. 

Killington Yoga 

12 p.m. 

Vinyasa Yoga, 12-1 p.m. at Killington Yoga with Christy. 3744 River Rd, 

Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101. 

Monday Meals 

12 p.m. 

Every Monday meals at Chittenden Town Hall, 12 noon. Open to public, 

RSVP by Friday prior, 802-483-6244. Gene Sargent. Bring your own 

place settings. Seniors $3.50 for 60+. Under 60, $5. No holidays. 337 

Holden Rd., Chittenden. 

Rutland Rotary 

12 p.m. 

Rotary Club of Rutland meets Mondays for lunch at The Palms Restaurant. 

Learn more or become a member, journal@sover.net. 

Seniors Holiday Party 

12 p.m. 

Killington active seniors holiday lunch will be held at the Sherburne 

Memorial Library,2998 river road in Killington. Bring a dish to share, 

a wrapped gift for the yankee swap and a donation for the Killington 

food shelf. Join in the holiday sing-a-long. For more information call 

802-422-9244 

Playgroup 

1 p.m. 

Maclure Library offers playgroup, Mondays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Birth to 5 

years old. Stories, crafts, snacks, singing, dancing. 802-483-2792. 840 

Arch St., Pittsford. 

Legislative Forum 

2:30 p.m. 

The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a 

special chamber “member-only” Legislative Forum to preview business 

issues in the upcoming 2020 session. The meeting will be held at 

Castle Hill Resort, located at 152 Castle Hill Drive in Proctorsville, VT. 

Presenters will be VT Senate President Tim Ashe, Betsy Bishop of the 

VT Chamber and some of Okemo Valley’s legislative representatives including 

VT Senators Alison Clarkson, Dick McCormack and Alice Nitka. 

Bridge Club 

4 p.m. 

Rutland Duplicate Bridge Club meets Monday, 12-4 p.m. in Engel Hall, 

Christ the King Church, 12 Main St., Rutland. 802-773-9412. 

Ugly Sweater Party 

4 p.m. 

Main and Mountain has been transformed into Miracle, a Christmasthemed 

pop up bar. Join the ugly sweater party on Dec. 2, which aims 

to be the largest combined ugly sweater gathering the world has ever 

seen! 112 Main St. in Ludlow. For more information visit mainandmountain.com/miracle. 

*Tobacco Cessation 

5 p.m. 

Quit smoking, e-cigs, and JUUL - free help! Want to quit smoking/ 

vaping, but nothing seems to help? Join a group and get free nicotine 

patches, gum or lozenges. Group/replacement therapy doubles your 

chances of staying quit for good! Free. 802-747-3768. Mondays, 5-6 

p.m., RRMC CVPS Leahy Center, 160 Allen St., Rutland. 

Walking Group 

5:15 p.m. 

Chaffee Arts Center holds walking group Monday, 5:15 P.M. Open to 

all. Donations appreciated. 16 S. Main St., Rutland. 

Gentle Yoga 

5:30 p.m. 

Gentle Yoga at Roger Clark Memorial Library, Pittsfield. Mondays. Call 

746-4067 or email pittsfieldvtlibrary@gmail.com to reserve a space. 

Free. 

Holiday Silent Auction 

6 p.m. 

Kick off the Fletcher Memorial Library holiday silent auction. Music from 

Sammy Blanchette, refreshments and a visit from Santa. 

Calendar > 28 

Fun, friends, and just 

the right amount of care. 

…it’s Assisted Living your way! 

Independent, Assisted & Memory Care Living 

Middlebury, Vermont 

802-483-4657 

residenceottercreek.com 

Schedule a tour and 

enjoy a complimentary lunch!

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Calendar 

from page 27 

Twiddle 

7 p.m. 

A World Cup finale party featuring Twiddle at the Pickle Barrel. $38.10 

including $1 for The Whitelight Foundation. 21+ For more information 

visit picklebarrelnightclub.com. 

Citizenship classes 

Vermont Adult Learning will offers free citizenship classes. Call Marcy 

Green, 802-775-0617, and learn if you may qualify for citizenship at 

no cost. 16 Evelyn St., Rutland. Also, free classes in reading, writing, 

and speaking for English speakers of other languages. Ongoing. 

TUESDAY, DEC. 3 

Bikram Yoga 

6 a.m. 

True Yoga classes: 6 a.m. Bikram 60 beats; 9 a.m. IHP 12 p.m. Baptiste 

Flow; 5 p.m. Bikram 60; 6:15 p.m. IHP. 22 Wales St., Rutland. 


Mendon Bone Builders 

10 a.m. 

Mendon Bone Builders meets Tuesdays at Roadside Chapel, 1680 

Town Line Road, Rutland Town. 802-773-2694. 

Story Hour 

10 a.m. 

Fair Haven Free Library offers story hours Tuesday mornings at Fair 

Haven Free Library, North Main St., Fair Haven. All welcome. Stories, 

activities, games, crafts. 

Tobacco Cessation 

11 a.m. 

Quit smoking, e-cigs, and JUUL - free help! Want to quit smoking/ 

vaping, but nothing seems to help? Join a group and get free nicotine 

patches, gum or lozenges. Group/replacement therapy doubles your 

chances of staying quit for good! Free. 802-747-3768. Tuesdays, 11 

a.m.-12 p.m. at Heart Center, 12 Commons St., Rutland. 

Meet Llama Llama 

11 a.m. 

Join in for a special story time featuring “Llama Llama Mess Mess 

Mess” at Pheonix Books, 2 Center St. in Rutland, plus make a llama 

themed craft. All ages welcome at this free event. 

“Slow Flow” Hatha yoga class 

11:30 a.m. 

Join Cassie Reed, 200 hour RYT, for a 60 minute “Slow Flow” Hatha 

yoga class every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30am -12:30pm at the 

Killington Welcome Center conference room. 

Kripalu Yoga 

12 p.m. 

Gentle therapeutic yoga class with Petra O’ Neill, LMT at Petra’s Wellness 

Studio. Howe Center, 1 Scale Ave., Bldg 3, 3rd floor, Rutland. 

RSVP to 802-345-5244, petraswellnessstudio@gmail.com. 

Yoga Basics 

5:30 

Yoga Basics at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River 

Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101. 

Level 1 Yoga 

5:30 p.m. 

Level 1 Hatha Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 

3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101. 

WORLD CUP: 

GRACE POTTER 

SATURDAY, NOV. 30 AFTER GS RUN 2 

By Pamela Neal 

Working Families Playgroup 

5:30 p.m. 

This free weekly group meets in the evening combining food, fun, and 

family! Parents and children play together, learn from each other, and 

enjoy a healthy meal in the museum while networking and making new 

friends. $5 donation to Wonderfeet accepted. http://www.wonderfeetkidsmuseum.org 

Bridge Club 

6 p.m. 

Rutland Duplicate Bridge Club meets Tuesday, 6-10 p.m. in Engel Hall, 

Christ the King Church, 12 Main St., Rutland. 802-773-9412. 

Community, Police Meal and Social 

6 p.m. 

Come out and break bread with members of the Rutland City Police 

Department and Partners in Project VISION. This is an opportunity to 

enjoy a meal and showcase service providers and possibly connect 

citizens who may benefit from these services. Rutland Intermediate 

School Cafeteria, 65 Library Ave., Rutland. Free 

Holiday Open House 

6:30 p.m. 

Fair Haven Free Library host open house. The evening has events for 

both children and adults. Santa will be on site to visit with children in 

the Hyde Room from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adults will enjoy the Slate Valley 

Community Choir performing upstairs 6:30-7:15 p.m. Meghan Matta 

will be playing her guitar and singing holiday music from 7:30-8:15. 

Nathan Morris will perform a dramatic reading of the Robert W. Service 

poem, “The Cremation of Sam McGee” to end the program, from 8:15- 

8:30 p.m. For more information call 802-265-8011. 

Legion Bingo 

6:15 p.m. 

Brandon American Legion, Tuesdays. Warm ups 6:15 p.m., regular 

games 7 p.m. Open to the public. Bring a friend! Franklin St., Brandon. 

Chess Club 

7 p.m. 

Rutland Rec Dept. holds chess club at Godnick Adult Center, providing 

a mind-enhancing skill for youth and adults. All ages are welcome; 

open to the public. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. 1 Deer St., Rutland. 

Come see the talented Rick Redington 

Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 th & 30 th 

at 6 p.m. for Happy Hour 

No cover until 9:30 p.m. 

RICK 

REDINGTON 

2229 Killington Road, Killington

6 p.m. Wobbly Barn 

– Rick Redington 

7 p.m. The Foundry 

– Ryan Fuller 

7:30 p.m. McGrath’s 

Irish Pub 

– Brothers Flynn 

7:30 p.m. Snowshed 

Base Lodge 

- Teton Gravity Research’s “Winterland” 

Movie Premiere 

8 p.m. Pickle Barrel 

Nightclub 

– Never in Vegas 

9 p.m. Jax Food and 

Games 

– Jamie’s Junk Show 

9 p.m. Moguls Sports 

Pub 

– DJ Dave’s Official World Cup All 

Request Dance Party 

9 p.m. Nite Spot 

– Super Stash Bros 

9:30 p.m. Wobbly Barn 

– Pulse 

LUDLOW 

2:30 p.m. Okemo’s Sitting 

Bull Lounge 

– Silas McPrior 

6 p.m. The Killarney 

– Silas and the Witch 

7 p.m. Du Jour VT 

– George Nostrand 

7 p.m. Mangiamo Ristorante 

and Nightclub 

– Aaron Audet 

MENDON 

6 p.m. Flannels Bar & 

Grill 

– Wayne Canney 

PAWLET 

7 p.m. The Barn Restaurant 

and Tavern 

– Mogli and Friends 

PITTSFIELD 

[MUSIC Scene] By DJ Dave Hoffenberg 


WED. 

NOV. 27 

CASTLETON 

6 p.m. Third Place Pizzeria 

- Josh Jakab 

KILLINGTON 

6 p.m. Liquid Art 

– Open Mic with Tee Boneicusjones 


Games 

– Thankfully it’s The Idiots 

PAWLET 

7 p.m. The Barn Restaurant 

and Tavern 

- “Pickin’ in Pawlet” 

POULTNEY 

7 p.m. Taps Tavern 

– Aaron Audet 

QUECHEE 

6 p.m. Public House 

– Blues Night with Arthur James 

RANDOLPH 

6:30 p.m. One Main Tap 

and Grill 

- Open Mic with Silas McPrior 

RUTLAND 

8 p.m. Muckenschnabel’s 

– “Welcome Home” Show with 

Nikki Adams 

9 p.m. Center Street 

Alley 

- DJ Dirty D 

STOCKBRIDGE 

7 p.m. The Wild Fern 

– Heather Lynne 

WOODSTOCK 

6:30 p.m. 506 Bistro and 

Bar 

- Live Jazz Pianist 

THURS. 

NOV. 28 

KILLINGTON 

8 a.m. Pickle Barrel 

– Turkey Trot with Sammy B 

5:30 p.m. Moguls Sports 

Pub 

– Duane Carleton 


Games 

– Post Turkey Celebration with 

Sammy B 

STOCKBRIDGE 

7 p.m. The Wild Fern 

– Rick Redington 

FRI. 

NOV. 29 

BOMOSEEN 

6 p.m. Iron Lantern 

– Steve Kyhill 

KILLINGTON 

2 p.m. The Homelight 

Killington Cup 

– Festival Village Opens 


– Jamie’s Junk Show 

4 p.m. The Homelight 


– Festival Village with DJ Trizz 

4:30 p.m. The Homelight 


- Live Music with Recycled 

Percussion, Athlete Bib Presentation 

and Fireworks immediately 

following 

5:30 p.m. Charity’s 1887 

Saloon 

– Brad Morgan on Piano 

8 p.m. Clear River 

Tavern 

– Clearaoke with Caitlin 

PROCTORSVILLE 

4 p.m. Outer Limits 

Brewing 

– Sammy B 

QUECHEE 


– Jim Yeager and Friends 

RUTLAND 


Alley 

- DJ Mega 

9:30 p.m. The Hide-A- 

Way Tavern 

– Karaoke Contest 

9:30 p.m. The Venue 

- Karaoke with Jess 

STOCKBRIDGE 

7 p.m. Wild Fern 

– Lausanne Allen and Rick 

Ceballos 

SAT. 

NOV. 30 

BOMOSEEN 

6 p.m. Iron Lantern 

– George Murtie 

BRANDON 

7:30 p.m. Brandon 

Music 

- Julian Loida 

KILLINGTON 

7 a.m. The Homelight 





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[MUSIC Scene, cont.] By DJ Dave Hoffenberg 

SAT. (CONT.) 

NOV. 30 



– DJ Logic 

2:30 p.m. The Homelight 


– Grace Potter 




Nightclub 

– World Cup Apres Party hosted 

by Kelly Brush Foundation with 

Jamie’s Junk Show 

4 p.m. The Foundry – 

Ryan Fuller 


Saloon 

– Brad Morgan on Piano 

6 p.m. Hops on the Hill 

– Josh Jakab 

6 p.m. Wobbly Barn 

– Rick Redington and The Luv 

7 p.m. Snowshed Base 

Lodge 

- Warren Miller’s “Timeless” 

Movie Premiere 


– Aaron Audet and Nikki Adams 

7:30 p.m. McGrath’s 

Irish Pub 

– Brothers Flynn 


Nightclub 

– Never in Vegas 


Games 

– Joey Leone Trio 

9 p.m. Moguls Sports 

Pub 

– Super Stash Bros 

9:30 p.m. Wobbly Barn 

– DJ Logic with special guest 

opener Pulse 

LUDLOW 


– Sammy B 

MENDON 

6 p.m. Flannels Bar & 

Grill 

– Wayne Canney 

QUECHEE 


– Jacob Greene One Man Band 

RANDOLPH 

7 p.m. One Main Tap 

and Grill 

– Fiddle Witch 

RUTLAND 


Alley 

- DJ Dirty D 


Way Tavern 

– Karaoke 101 with Tenacious T 


– Damn It All 

SUN. 

DEC. 1 

KILLINGTON 






– Twiddle 


Saloon 

– Jake McClaughlin on Piano 


- Jazz Night with the Summit 

Pond Quartet 




Nightclub 

– World Cup After Party with 

Twiddle 


Games 

– The Idiots 

QUECHEE 


– Kevin Atkinson 

RUTLAND 

7 p.m. The Hide-A-Way 

Tavern 

– Singer/Songwriter Noss 

Johnson with Barry Schoenwetter 

on guitar 


– Open Mic 

STOCKBRIDGE 


- Cigar Box Brunch w/ Rick 

Redington 


- The People’s Jam 

MON. 

DEC. 2 

KILLINGTON 

2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge 


6 p.m. Killington Beer 

Company 

– Open Mic with Silas McPrior 

LUDLOW 


- Open Mic with King Arthur 

Junior 

PITTSFIELD 

7 p.m. Clear River 

Tavern 

– Clay Canfield 

WOODSTOCK 

6:30 p.m. 506 Bistro and 

Bar 

– Jim Yeager 

TUES. 

DEC. 3 

CASTLETON 

6 p.m. Third Place Pizzeria 

- Josh Jakab 

LUDLOW 

7 p.m. Du Jour VT 

- Open Jam Session with Sammy 

B and King Arthur Junior 

POULTNEY 

7 p.m. Taps Tavern 

- Open Bluegrass Jam Hosted by 

Fiddle Witch 

QUECHEE 


– Open Mic with Jim Yeager 

RUTLAND 


Way Tavern 

- Open Mic with Krishna Guthrie 


- Karaoke with Jess 

Submitted 

Murray McGrath accepts a framed poster with Patty and Brogan McGrath commemorating 

their long standing partnership with Long Trail since they opened. 

Long Trail Brewery 

celebrates 30 years 


In the last 30 years, the Long Trail Brewery has come a long way in more ways than 

one— from a modest brew house tucked into the basement of the Old Woolen Mill 

in Bridgewater Corners to a farmhouse-turned-pilot-brewing facility with pub and 

restaurant, from the original name of Mountain Brewers to Long Trail Brewery, from 

green-colored glasses to more environmentally friendly vessels like cans that will 

reflect the company’s new branding coming soon. 

But one thing has always remained the same: the company’s commitment to sustainable 

brewing practices and environmental stewardship. 

“We’re founded on the principles of being good stewards of the environment in the 

Vermont way,” said Long Trail Brewery Marketing Director Jed Nelson. ”We take great 

preference of practicing such sustainable brewing techniques as water conservation, 

cow power and sourcing environmentally sensitive packaging whenever possible.” 

To recognize that underlying philosophy – and to celebrate 30 years on the tap, so to 

speak – the brewery celebrated at the Inn at Long Trail with owners Patty and Murray 

McGrath along with about 70 community members on Nov. 21 in the late afternoon. 

“We served our famous Guinness stew,” said Patty. “A good time was had by all.” 

Killington Pico Area Association Executive Director Mike Coppinger agreed. 

“I wanted to give a shout out and say happy birthday to Long Trail Brewing Company,” 

said Coppinger who related that he “was fortunate enough to be invited to the 

celebration.” 

Coppinger said he learned “a couple of fun facts” he didn’t know before the event. 

First, McGrath’s was the first pub/tavern to sign on to pour Long Trail ale 30 years ago. 

“That relationship and draft line has stood without interruption these past 30 

years,” said Coppinger. 

Nelson said that there was no better place to have the party. 

“It’s a very special place for us, given our long history with them,” said Nelson. 

Secondly, the original draft handle is still in place at McGrath’s Irish pub to this day. 

“Long Trail Brewery has pleaded with Murray and Patty to ‘buy back’ the handle but 

they have politely declined the offer,” said Coppinger. 

Patty indicated that one of the reasons why is the history behind it. 

“Those are the things that are so meaningful,” she said. “We like traditions.” 

Besides, said Patty, the handle represents the second first pour of Long Trail ale, the 

first being Guinness with its own handle. 

The flagship brew of Long Trail is a full-bodied amber ale brewed with top fermenting 

house yeast that yields a clean, complex flavor. It has now become a Vermont tradition 

as the 273 miles of the Long Trail itself. 

The McGrath family took ownership of the inn in July 1977 and restored it to its 

current rustic look. Hardwood floors with tree trunks, with old wooden beams and 

supports above, characterize the inside along with classic Adirondack style furniture. 

The inn lies about 1/3 mile to Pico Mountain and about 5 miles to Killington Ski Area.

LivingADE 


Killington 5k turkey trot supports local charities 

You don’t have to be fast to win 

Thursday, Nov. 28 at 7 a.m.—BRANDON—Create a new Thanksgiving morning 

tradition. Run, walk or stroll at the Neshobe Golf Course, with a chance to win your 

Thanksgiving Day pie. Every 10th finisher in the field receives a freshly made pie, plus, 

first place male and female winners. 

The run covers approximately 3 miles over hill and dale at Neshobe Golf Course located 

224 Town Farm Road in Brandon. Registration opens at 7 a.m. and the run/walk 

starts at 8 a.m. Cost is $20 for 18 and under and $25 for ages 19 to 64. Kids and 65+ are 

free. Proceeds benefit Brandon Recreation Department. This is a rain or shine event. 

No refunds. For more information call 802-989-6980. 

This week’s living Arts, Dining and Entertainment! 

Four local turkey trots held Thursday, Friday 

Thursday, Nov. 28 at 9:30 a.m.— 

KILLINGTON—The 9th annual 

Killlington 5k Turkey Trot will begin 

at 9:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving day at 

the Pickle Barrel in Killington. 

The run will happen rain, snow 

or shine and proceeds benefit local 

charities and organizations. 

The primary beneficiary of the 

2019 race is Visiting Nurse Association 

& Hospice of the Southwest 

Region. Other beneficiaries 

include the Greater Killington 

Women’s Club and the Killington- 

Pico Rotary Club. 

Registration will begin at 8 a.m. 

and is $25 in advance or $30 the 

day of the race. 

The Pickle Barrel is located at 

1741 Killington Road in Killington. 

There will be live music, a bar 

and raffles after the races. All ages 

welcome. For more information 

visit killingtonturkeytrot.com. 

Zack’s Place Turkey 

Trot runs through 

Woodstock 

Thursday, Nov. 28 at 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—The 

Zack’s Place Turkey Trot, a 5K run and walk held on 

Thanksgiving Day, was first established in 2007, and 

has become a dependable annual fundraiser ever since. 

In 2007, almost 200 people participated. In 2017, over 

1,700 people participated and raised $78,000. 

All of the proceeds of the race are dedicated to the 

operational costs. Registration is $30 in advance and 

$35 day of. 

As participants line up and register for the race they 

are entertained by a band on a flatbed truck. Hot coffee, 

tea and hot chocolate are offered. 

The race begins in front of the Woodstock Elementary 

School, 15 South Street in Woodstock, at 10 a.m., with 

the more skilled runners in front and the rest following. 

The run meanders through the historic village of Woodstock, 

then on towards Billings Farm, around Mountain 

Avenue, and back around the town green, ending at 

the starting line. An award ceremony, also with refreshments 

and a band, follows the race where medals are 

presented. 

It has become a tradition for many in the Woodstock 

area; however there are also have “satellite participants” 

who cannot be in Woodstock but who run with family 

wherever they are: Hawaii, Italy, New York City, etc. 

This is indeed a day of thanks where individuals help 

support our enrichment center and give thanks for their 

own gifts at the same time. 

For more information visit zacksplacevt.org/turkey_trot.php. 

Okemo 


School to 

host Trot 

It Off 5k 

fundraiser 

Friday, Nov. 29 at 8:30 

a.m.—LUDLOW— Okemo 

Mountain School is 

scheduled to host Trot It 

Off, a 5k running/walking 

race on Nov. 29. This community 

event takes place 

each year on the Friday 

following Thanksgiving 

and is perfect for the avid 

runner or the recreational 

walker hoping to burn 

off the calories from that 

extra serving of Thanksgiving 

pie. 

Advance registration is 

$25 and day of registration 

is $30. Proceeds go to the 

Wendy Neal Scholarship 

Fund. All participants 

will receive an event gift. 

The Tots Trot, a kids’ fun 

race for children 10 and 

younger, will take place 

just before the 5k. The 

entry fee is $10. 

Registration will start at 

8:30 a.m. on the day of the 

event in the Cornerstone 

Room at Okemo’s Jackson 

Gore Inn. The Tots Trot will 

start at 9:15 a.m. and the 

5k race will start at 9:30 

a.m. For more information, 

visit okemomountainschool.org.

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 LIVING ADE • 33 

Travel back in time over 

Thanksgiving weekend at 

Billings Museum 

Friday-Sunday, Nov. 29-Dec. 1 at 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK— Discover how Thanksgiving 

was observed in rural Vermont in the 1890s. Over Thanksgiving weekend, 

costumed interpreters demonstrate preparing traditional Thanksgiving fare in the 

kitchen at Billings Farm. Enjoy a cup of spiced cider before boarding the wagon for a 

ride around the farm. There will be hands-on activities for all ages from 10 a.m-5 p.m. 

Billings Farm is located at 5302 River Road in Woodstock. For more information call 

802-457-2355. 

The Paramount hosts a 

Black Friday BrewHaHa! 

Friday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.— 

RUTLAND— Beer and laughs. It’s 

going to be a BrewHaHa! Get your 

tickets early – past BrewHaHas 

have sold out quickly. 

The Paramount Theatre in 

downtown Rutland is building a 

comedy club right on stage and 

inviting some fresh, new, up-andcoming 

faces from the Boston 

Fun, food and fine shopping featured 

at Weston’s Christmas Bazaar 

Friday-Saturday, 

Nov. 29-30 at 10 a.m.— 

WESTON—If you have 

chosen to spend your 

Thanksgiving weekend 

amidst the tranquility and 

stark beauty of Vermont’s 

“Stick Season,” it doesn’t 

mean you don’t have access 

to a superior shopping 

experience. 

On Friday and Saturday, 

Nov. 29 and 30, 

Weston’s Christmas 

Bazaar will take place at 

the Weston Playhouse. 

Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

and admission is free. 

Now in its 39th year, the 

Weston Christmas Bazaar 

just keeps getting better: 

more vendors, more fine 

merchandise, more fun! 

Over 60 vendors will be 

occupying booths on all 

three floors of the Weston 

Playhouse building for 

both days. All are local 

or regional artisans with 

their skills on display, and 

with plenty of merchandise 

that is Christmasrelated: 

gifts (including 

for yourself), decorations 

and even wreaths. 

Artisanal food vendors 

will offer fudge, wine and 

cheese, coffee and baked 

goods. Plus chocolates, 

honey, syrup, brittles, nuts 

Submitted 

Participants will be greeted by Morgan Mountain Gardeners 

at the door of the Weston Christmas Bazaar this 

weekend. 

comedy scene. Included with 

entry is a pint of Vermont made 

brew and a whole lot of laughs. 

Tickets are $30 in advance 

and $35 the week of the show. 

Participants must be 21 years old 

or older. 

The Paramount is located at 30 

Center St. in Rutland. For more information 

visit paramountvt.org. 

and bars galore: you can 

stuff both your stockings 

and your face with their 

delicacies all day long. 

Lots of clothing items too. 

High-end woodenware. 

Fine artwork and jewelry 

as well. Even a raffle. But 

shop ‘til you drop? No 

way; let a restorative chair 

massage revive you. 

It’s the gift shopping 

equivalent of “Farm to 

Table” in a delightful Vermont 

village. Lunch will 

be available out in front 

from Junior’s gourmet 

food truck. Hot foods and 

“hand-helds” are on the 

planned menu. 

So, for a sure and happy 

cure for Post-Turkey- 

Syndrome, come to the 

Weston Christmas Bazaar. 

You’ll find the Playhouse 

on the West side of Route 

100 in the center of 

Weston Village. 

in 

Downtown RUTLANd 

Saturday, November 30th 

SALES 

TREATS 

& MORE 

FREE 

HOLIDAY 

MOVIE 

SANTA 

Meet + 

Greet 

TREE 

LIGHTING 

CEREMONY 

SHOP 

SMALL 

9am - 6pm 

Enjoy special sales, giveaways, tastings, 

raffles, treats & more at 30+ locations! 

10am - Noon 

@ The Paramount Theatre 

presented by 

2:30 - 5pm 

@ The Fox Room 

Rutland Free Library 

5:30pm 

in Downtown’s Depot Park with 

free holiday specs & hot chocolate 

DOWN 

TOWN 

SHOP 

LOCAL 

Check out downtown’s festive windows and vote for 

your favorite in store or online. Voters are eligible 

to win prizes from downtown businesses! 

Presented by these downtown sponsors:

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THURS, DEC 5 

Sponsor Party 

& Mixer 

5:30-8:00 pm 

FRI, DEC 6 

School Concert Night 

4:00-8:00 pm 

Killington Grand Hotel 

SAT, DEC 7 

General Admission 

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Stroll through 

Rutland for the 

holidays 

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 9 

a.m.—RUTLAND— ‘Tis 

the season in downtown 

Rutland! 

Join in for a day of 

sales, treats and activities 

leading up to the annual 

tree lighting in Depot 

Park. 

Kick off the holidays 

by shopping local on 

Small Business Saturday, 

catch a free movie at The 

Paramount Theatre, and 

meet Santa at the Rutland 

Free Library! 

Finish the day by 

warming up with hot 

cocoa from Mission City 

Church and free holiday 

specs at the Tree Lighting. 

Santa arrives by fire 

truck to plug in Rutland’s 

very own Christmas tree 

with a speech by Mayor 

Dave Allaire. 

For a full list participating 

locations and 

schedule visit downtownrutland.com/holidaystroll. 

Fair Haven holds 

annual holiday 

tree lighting 

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 3:30 p.m.—FAIR HAVEN—The 

Fair Haven Concerts in the Park committee will be hosting 

its annual holiday tree lighting in the park on Main 

Street, Saturday, Nov. 30. The start time will be 3:30 p.m. 

with hopes of a little additional light. 

As in years past, the event will include songs of the 

season, a visit from Santa, hot chocolate and cookies. It 

has become a tradition that Santa arrives by fire engine, 

escorted by local volunteer firefighters. Following the 

visit from Santa, scheduled for a 4 p.m. arrival from the 

North Pole, participants will gather around the fountain 

and the tree lighting will take place. 

For the past few years, this event has continued to 

grow and hundreds of people gather to greet Santa and 

to watch as they light several of the trees in the park. 

There are so many great events taking place in the region, 

and organizers hope you start the holiday season 

in Fair Haven! 

A Celtic Family Christmas kicks off 

holiday season at the Paramount 

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—The entertainment 

world is filled with extraordinary stories, but few 

match the beguiling true-life tale of Natalie MacMaster 

and Donnell Leahy, Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic 

music, whose dazzling career achievements underpin 

an incomparable off-stage life. 

This Christmas, these internationally acclaimed 

award-winning musicians, and their seven children, are 

inviting audiences to be a part of their holiday celebration. 

It’s an unforgettable evening of Christmas music, 

dance and storytelling, as well as a window into the 

world of this talented family at the Paramount Theater. 

The MacMaster-Leahy family will perform classic 

Christmas carols along with some original renditions 

that will spark the Christmas spirit in all of us, making 

this time of year even more joyful. 

On stage will be no shortage 

of dancers, bag pipers, 

drummers, fiddlers and 

special guests. 

Tickets are $35-$55. 

The Paramount Theatre 

is located at 30 Center St. 

in Rutland. For more information 

call 802-775-0903 or 

visit paramountvt.org. 

Dec. 

1 

Submitted 

Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, Canada’s reigning 

couple of Celtic music, along with their seven children 

will perform Christmas classics at the Paramount Theatre, 

Sunday. 

Nov. 

30 

Free screening of 

the ‘The Grinch’ 

hosted in Rutland 

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 10 a.m.—RUT- 

LAND—Join Heritage Family Credit 

Union for a free screening of “The 

Grinch” at the Paramount Theatre on 

Saturday. 

Seating is limited and is first come, 

first served. There are no tickets required 

but there are prizes for the best 

Whoville hair. The Paramount Theatre 

is located at 30 Center St. in Rutland. For 

more information visit paramountvt.org. 

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Your Thanksgiving 

dinner needs and newly 

expanded craftbeer selection. 

Including: Champlain Orchard 

Pies & Cider AND 

Stonewood Farm Turkeys 

GROCERY 

• MEATS AND 

SEAFOOD 

• beer and wine 

• delicatessen 

• BAKED GOODS 

• pizza 

• CATERING 

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Join Us! 

Wine Tasting 

Friday, Nov. 29th 4-6 pm 

Local wine from Red Horse Winery, 

Bridgewater, VT 

2023 Killington Road 

www.killingtonmarket.com 

Open daily: 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 

802-422-7736 

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Brandon Music welcomes 

composer, percussionist 

and producer Julian Loida 

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Julian Loida’s 

show at Brandon Music promises to be a unique sound 

experience comprised of all original music on vibraphone, 

written and performed by Loida himself. 

Loida first revealed his high skill level as a percussionist 

when performing at Brandon Music as drummer with 

the Burlington based band Ameranouche. Loida said his 

music gives voice to all “wallflowers,” which is also the title 

of his debut album, released in September 2019. He asks his 

listeners to explore the introvert in each of us through his 

music. 

“‘Wallflower’ and the music I compose is closer to a musical 

painting in which I assemble sound to evoke the colors 

in my mind,” he said. 

Loida’s music is beautifully haunting, immersive and 

calming whilst taking the listener on a musical pathway 

of exploration and discovery. Loida’s musical curiosity 

and open-mindedness set him apart and have propelled 

him towards a wide range of sounds, genres, and artistic 

endeavors. He’s performed jazz, folk, and classical, collaborating 

with dancers, visual artists, songwriters/composers, 

and musicians of all stripes. The thirst to participate in 

and experience this range of sounds is partly a product of 

Loida’s synesthesia. 

In 2017, he received his master’s degree in classical 

percussion from New England Conservatory. As an educator, 

Loida shares his scores and deep rhythmic knowledge 

with students of all ages. 

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. A 

pre-concert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are 

required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue 

is BYOB. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Rd. in 

Brandon. For more information visit brandon-music.net. 

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17. Monetary unit 

18. Sandwich-like 

dishes 

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maneuvers 

24. Lawyers 

27. A place to relax 

30. Often said after 

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35. Something 

spiders twirl 

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38. Long-legged 

gazelle 

39. Mogul emperor 

40. Baltic peninsula 

41. Fencing sword 

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44. Type of groove 

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debut (abbr.) 

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lover 

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mosque 

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63. Chinese temple 

classification 

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grass 

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7. More uncommon 

8. Expressing 

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thing 

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28. Popular card 

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32. Spiritual leader 

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Farm to Table 

Children’s 

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Not fine dining, Great Dining!!! 

McGrath’s 

Irish Pub 

Book Your Holiday Parties 

Local Food 

Craft Beer 

Artisan Spirits 

Mon: 

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Wed: 

Taco & 

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Specials 

LIVE MUSIC 

74 US Rt. 4 Mendon, VT 

(802) 747-4402 

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R osemary’s 

Restaurant 

is open Thurs. for Thanksgiving 

dinner 5-8pm, 

And Sat & Sun 6-9pm, 

Reservations recommended. 

Saturday, 

Nov. 30 

at 7 p.m. 

Snowshed Lodge, 

Killington Resort 

$15/ticket 

Proceeds benefit Killington Ski Club 

After seven decades of celebrating skiing and snowboarding, Warren Miller Entertainment can confirm that 

nothing compares to the anticipation of another season. Join the kickoff to winter with our 70th film, Timeless, 

featuring ski legends including Killington native Jim Ryan! 

Get tickets at Peak Performance, First Stop Ski Shop, Killington Ski Club or at the door by cash or credit card. 

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Food Matters 


Back Country Café 

The Back Country Café is a hot spot 

for delicious breakfast foods. Choose 

from farm fresh eggs, multiple kinds of 

pancakes and waffles, omelet’s or daily 

specials to make your breakfast one of a kind. Just the right heat Bloody 

Marys, Mimosas, Bellini, VT Craft Brews, Coffee and hot chocolate drinks. 

Maple Syrup and VT products for sale. Check Facebook for daily specials. 

(802) 422-4411. 

Birch Ridge 

Serving locals and visitors alike since 1998, dinner 

at the Birch Ridge Inn is a delicious way to 

complete your day in Killington. Featuring Vermont 

inspired New American cuisine in the Inn’s dining 

room and Great Room Lounge, you will also find 

a nicely stocked bar, hand crafted cocktails, fine 

wines, seafood and vegetarian options, and wonderful house made desserts. 

birchridge.com, 802-422-4293. 

Casey’s Caboose 

Come for fun, amazing food, great drinks, and 

wonderful people. A full bar fantastic wines and 

the largest selection of craft beers with 21 on tap. 

Our chefs create fresh, healthy and interesting 

cuisine. Try our steaks or our gourmet burgers 

made with 100% Vermont ground beef, U.S. lamb or home-grown pork— we 

have 17 burgers on our menu! Try our famous mac n’ cheese with or without 

lobster. Yes! the train is still running... 802-422-3795 

Charity’s 

A saloon inspired eatery boasting over 

a century of history! Home to Charity’s 

world-famous French onion soup, craft 

beer and cocktails, and gourmet hot dogs, 

tacos and burgers. It’s no wonder all trails lead to Charity’s. charitystavern.com 

802-422-3800 

Choices Restaurant 

& Rotisserie 

Chef-owned, Choices Restaurant and 

Rotisserie was named 2012 “Ski Magazines” 

favorite restaurant. Choices may 

be the name of the restaurant but it is also what you get. Soup of the day, 

shrimp cockatil, steak, hamburgers, pan seared chicken, a variety of salads 

and pastas, scallops, sole, lamb and more await you. An extensive wine 

list and in house made desserts are also available. choices-restaurant.com 

(802) 422-4030. 

Clear River Tavern 

Headed north from Killington on Route 

100? Stop in to the Clear River Tavern 

to sample chef Tim Galvin’s handcrafted 

tavern menu featuring burgers, pizza, salads, 

steak and more. We’re in Pittsfield, 8 miles from Killington. Our live music 

schedule featuring regional acts will keep you entertained, and our friendly 

service will leave you with a smile. We’re sure you’ll agree that “When You’re 

Here, You’re in the Clear.” clearrivertavern.com (802) 746-8999. 

Submitted 

Preston Garcia, assoc. professor of biology at CU 

Science Pub presents 

‘Why being too clean can 

be harmful’ 

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 4 

p.m.—BRANDON— 

Cleanliness is next to 

godliness… or is it? At the 

next Science Pub, Preston 

Garcia, Assoc. Professor 

of Biology at Castleton 

University, will discuss 

“Why being too clean can 

be harmful.” Learn why 

you might want to skip 

your next shower Dec. 1 at 

4 p.m. at the Brandon Inn, 

20 Park St. in Brandon. 

Science Pub is a program 

of the Castleton Free 

Library. Event is free. 

For more information, 

visit castletonfreelibrary. 

org. 

Pyramid Holistic 

Wellness Center invites 

participants to meet 

your spirit guides 

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m.— 

RUTLAND—Have you ever 

had a feeling that you have 


a “guardian angel” or that 

someone is looking out for 

you? Have you had a feeling 

that you are not alone? 

Have you ever had a close 

call and things worked out 

in a way that no would could 

have planned if they had tried? If 

this has happened to you, it is not a 

coincidence! It is because we have spirit guides helping us! 

In this introductory workshop, Pyramid will attempt to 

answer: What are spirit guides? Where do they come from? 

Where are they now? What is the difference between a spirit 

guide and an angel? What sort of things do spirit guides do 

for us? How do spirit guides communicate? Do they give us 

signs? How can we know and work with our spirit guides? 

They will also explore ways to connect with your spirit 

guides and practice some techniques to connect. Included 

will be a guided journey where you will meet your spirit 

guides! If you have taken this workshop before, you are welcome 

to take it again as we will repeat some information 

but expand the information about how spirit guides communicate, 

including through music, electricity, numerical 

sequences, and more! 

Admission is $35 and the workshop is located at 

Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center, 120 Merchants Row in 

Rutland. For more information visit pyramidvt.com or call 

802-775-8080. 

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Birch Ridge Inn serving 

dinner from 6:00 PM 

Friday and Saturday 

21 Years Serving Guests 

At the Covered Carriageway 

37 Butler Road, Killington 

birchridge.com • 802.422.4293 

Closed 

Thanksgiving Day

Food Matters 


Cru 

Cru offers a chef prepared menu with a fresh take 

on farm to table. Start with a cheese fondue, crispy 

brussels sprouts or house special Bell and Evan wings. Entrees include pasta 

bolognese, beef, salmon, chicken and vegetarian options. 2384 Killington Road 

(802) 422-2284, cruvt.com 

Jones’ Donuts 

Offering donuts and a bakery, with a 

community reputation as being the best! 

Closed Monday and Tuesday. 23 West 

Street, Rutland. See what’s on special at 

Facebook.com/JonesDonuts/. Call (802) 

773-7810 

Dream Maker Bakers 

Dream Maker Bakers is an all-butter, fromscratch 

bakery making breads, bagels, croissants, 

cakes and more daily. It serves soups, 

salads and sandwiches and offers seating 

with free Wifi and air-conditioning. At 5501 US 

Route 4, Killington, VT. Open Thurs.- Mon. 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. No 

time to wait? Call ahead. dreammakerbakers.com 802-422-5950 

dreammakerbakers.com 

Flannels Bar & Grill 

Flannels Locally chef owned & operated 

Flannel’s Bar & Grill focuses on local 

foods, craft beers and artisan spirits made with fresh local ingredients. 

With an awesome 150 year old bar, extensive menu, warm interior, and plenty 

of indoor and outdoor seating, Flannels Bar & Grill certainly 

has something for everybody. Come join us! 

The Foundry 

at Summit Pond 

The Foundry, Killington’s premier dining 

destination, offers fine cuisine in a stunning 

scenic setting. Waterside seating 

welcomes you to relax and enjoy craft beer and wines selected by the house 

sommelier. Impeccable, chef-driven cuisine features locally sourced meats 

and cheeses, the freshest seafood, homemade pastas and so much more. 

foundrykillington.com 802-422-5335 

McGrath’s 

Irish Pub 

Inn at Long Trial 

Looking for something a little different? Hit up 

McGrath’s Irish Pub for a perfectly poured pint of 

Guinness, Inn live music at on the weekends and delicious 

food. Guinness not your favorite? They also 

L ng Trail 

have Vermont’s largest Irish Whiskey selection. 

Rosemary’s Restaurant is now open, serving dinner. 

Reservations appreciated. Visit innatlongtrail. 

com, 802-775-7181. 

Coffee Roasters 

Arabica - Single Origin 

802-773-9535 

Killington Coffee Roaster 

We roast small batch single origin coffee. 

Our offerings are from Africa, Central/ 

South American and Indonesia. We offer 

1 lb and 3 lb bags. Located at the Killington 

Motel. (802) 773-9535 

Killington Market 

Take breakfast, lunch or dinner on the go 

at Killington Market, Killington’s on-mountain 

grocery store for the last 30 years. 

Choose from breakfast sandwiches, hand 

carved dinners, pizza, daily fresh hot panini, roast chicken, salad and specialty 

sandwiches. Vermont products, maple syrup, fresh meat and produce along 

with wine and beer are also for sale. killingtonmarket.com (802) 422-7736 

or (802) 422-7594. 

Lake Bomoseen Lodge 

The Taproom at Lake Bomoseen Lodge, 

Vermont’s newest lakeside resort & restaurant. 

Delicious Chef prepared, family 

friendly, pub fare; appetizers, salads, 

burgers, pizzas, entrees, kid’s menu, a great craft brew selection & more. 

Newly renovated restaurant, lodge & condos. lakebomoseenlodge.com, 802- 

468-5251. 

Liquid Art 

Forget about the polar vortex for a while 

and relax in the warm atmosphere at Liquid 

Art. Look for artfully served lattes from 

their La Marzocco espresso machine, or if 

you want something stronger, try their signature cocktails. Serving breakfast, 

lunch and dinner, they focus on healthy fare and provide you with a delicious 

meal different than anything else on the mountain. 

Coffee Roasters 

Arabica - Single Origin 

802-773-9535 

1946 US Route 4, Killington, VT 

802-773-9535 

Culinary 

Institute of 

America 

Alum 

Happy Thanksgiving 

JAX Food & Games 

Killington’s hometown bar offering weekly 

live entertainment, incredible food and an 

extensive selection of locally crafted beers. 

Locals favorite menu items include homemade 

soups of the day, burgers, nachos, salads and daily specials. #seeyouatjax 

www.jaxfoodandgames.com (802) 422-5334 

Open 

Thurs. - Mon. 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Check out our NEW dining area! 

All butter from scratch bakery making 

breads, bagels, croissants, cakes and more. 

Now serving soup, salad and sandwiches.... 

seating with Wifi and AC. 

Lookout Tavern 

Celebrating 20 years of fun, friends and good 

times here in Killington! Everything from soup 

to nuts for lunch and dinner; juicy burgers, fresh 

salads, delicious sandwiches and K-Town’s best 

wings. Your first stop after a full day on the Mountain 

for a cold beer or specialty drink and a great 

meal! lookoutvt.com 802-422-5665 

5501 US Route 4 • Killington, VT 05751 

802.422.5950 

Breakfast • Pastries • Coffee • Lunch • Cakes • Special Occasions 

All entrées include two sides 

and soup or salad 

• A Farm to Table Restaurant 

• Handcut Steaks, Filets & Fish 

• All Baking Done on Premises 

• Over 20 wines by the glass 

• Great Bar Dining 

• Freshly made pasta 

Sundays half price wines by the glass 

“ 

WED, THURS & SUN - 5:00 - 9:00 

FRI & SAT - 5:00 - 10:30 

“The locally favored spot for consistently 

good, unpretentious fare.” 

-N.Y. Times 

422-4030 • 2820 KILLINGTON RD. 

WWW.CHOICES-RESTAURANT.COM

Food Matters 


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household goods 

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FARM TO 

NIGHTCLUB 

For 55 years this Killington icon 

has served up more fresh food and 

good times than we can count. From 

local ingredients to craft beer and 

cocktails, the Wobbly serves up the 

best of Killington and MORE. 

killington.com/wobbly 

produce 

health and beauty 

May you be happy, 

May you be healthy, 

May you flow through life 

with joy and ease. 

Mountain Merchant 

Killington’s new deli, grocery and beer 

cave. Serving breakfast and a full deli 

menu daily. Mountain Merchant also offers 

the area’s largest beer cave with over 500+ choices, a variety of everyday 

grocery items and the only gas on the Access Road. (802) 422-CAVE 

Mountain Top Inn 

Whether staying overnight or visiting for 

the day, Mountain Top’s Dining Room & 

Tavern serve delicious cuisine amidst one 

of Vermont’s best views. A mix of locally 

inspired and International cuisine – including salads, seafood, poultry and a 

new steakhouse menu - your taste buds are sure to be satisfied. Choose from 

12 Vermont craft brews on tap.Warm up by the terrace fire pit after dinner! A 

short drive from Killington. mountaintopinn.com, 802-483-2311. 

Moguls 

Voted the best ribs and burger in Killington, 

Moguls is a great place for the whole 

family. Soups, onion rings, mozzarella 

sticks, chicken fingers, buckets of chicken 

wings, salads, subs and pasta are just some of the food that’s on the menu. 

Free shuttle and take away and delivery options are available. (802) 422-4777 

Peppino’s 

Chef-owned since 1992, Peppino’s offers 

Neapolitan cuisine at its finest: 

pasta, veal, chicken, seafood, steak, 

and flatbreads. If you want it, Peppino’s 

has it! Aprés-hour daily features half price appetizers and flatbreads. 

For reservations, call 802-422-3293. peppinosvt.com. 

Great Breakfast Menu 

Mimosas ~ Bellinis ~ Bloody Marys 

Pickle Barrel 

The house that rocks Killington is the largest 

and most exciting venue in town. With 

4 bars, 3 levels and 2 stages, The Pickle Barrel offers 1 legendary party featuring 

live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Dining options include 

pizza, chicken wings, chicken tenders and French fries. 

BC 

BACKCOUNTRY CAFE 

KILLINGTON VERMONT 

Red Clover Inn 

Farm to Table Vermont Food and Drinks. 

Thursday night Live Jazz. Monday 

night Chef Specials. Open Thursday to 

Monday, 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. 7 Woodward 

Road, Mendon, VT. 802-775-2290, 

redcloverinn.com 

Rosemary’s 

Rosemary’s will be open Thursday 5-8 

pm and Friday-Saturday 6-9 p.m. during 

World Cup weekend serving a delightful 

menu of fresh and superbly seasoned selections. Built around an indoor 

boulder, we also feature an illuminated boulder garden view, and photographs 

capturing the Inn’s history. Chef Reggie Serafin , blends the flavors of Ireland 

with those of countryside New England created with a host of fresh local Vermont 

and New England seafood products. We take pride in serving you only 

the best quality, and supporting the local farmers. Reservations Appreciated. 

(802) 775-7181 

Seward’s Dairy 

If you’re looking for something truly 

unique and Vermont, check out Seward 

Dairy Bar. Serving classic homemade 

food including hamburgers, steaks, chicken, sandwiches and seafood. Craving 

something a little sweeter? Check out their own homemade 39 flavors of 

ice cream. Vermont products also sold. (802) 773-2738. 

BC 

BACKCOUNTRY CAFE 

KILLINGTON VERMONT 

EGGS • OMELETTES • PANCAKES • WAFFLES 

Open Friday-Monday at 7 A.M. 

923 KILLINGTON RD. 802-422-4411 

follow us on Facebook and Instagram @back_country_cafe

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bear mountain at 

killington resort 

30 exclusive collaboration beers 

An all outdoor winter themed festival 

Fire pits, food trucks, and music 

100+ beer offered in 3, 6, or 9 oz pours 

tickets on sale at vtbrewfest.com 

One Day, Two Sessions 

$45 Ticket or $134 Combo Lift Pass and Festival Ticket

Food Matters 


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Gift Shop 

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Open Daily for 

Lunch & Dinner 

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2910 KILLINGTON ROAD, KILLINGTON VT 

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(802) 773-2738 

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner 

LARGEST SELECTION OF ICE CREAM TREATS! 

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Celebrating our 74th year! 

Open Daily 6:30 a.m. 

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Sushi Yoshi 

Sushi Yoshi is Killington’s true culinary adventure. 

With Hibachi, Sushi, Chinese and Japanese, we 

have something for every age and palate. Private 

Tatame rooms and large party seating available. 

We boast a full bar with 20 craft beers on 

draft. Lunch and dinner available seven days a week. We are chef-owned 

and operated. Delivery or take away option available. Now open year round. 

www.vermontsushi.com (802) 422-4241 

JONES 

DONUTS 

“Jones Donuts and Bakery is a 

must stop if you reside or simply 

come to visit Rutland. They have 

been an institution in the community 

and are simply the best.” 

open wed. - sun. 5 to 12 

closed mon. + tues. 

Sugar and Spice 

Stop on by to Sugar and Spice for a home style 

breakfast or lunch served up right. Try six different 

kinds of pancakes and/or waffles or order up 

some eggs and home fries. For lunch they offer 

a Filmore salad, grilled roast beef, burgers and 

sandwiches. Take away and deck dining available. 

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Wobbly Barn 

Well-known, distinguished dining is the trademark 

of the Wobbly Barn - featuring the finest beef, enhanced 

by a tempting variety of chops, seafood 

and our renowned soup, salad and fresh bread bar. Plus, our celebrated nightclub 

boosts the best live entertainment, parties and dancing on the mountain. 

The Wobbly Barn is truly Killington’s home for Good Time Dining & High Altitude 

Entertainment! (802) 422-6171, 2229 Killington Rd., Killington VT 

Mario the Maker Magician takes the 

stage at Town Hall Theater 

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.—MIDDLE- 

BURY—Town Hall Theater in Middlebury presents 

Mario “the Maker Magician” Marchese, a New 

York-based, touring family performer known 

for his handmade robotic creations, upcycled 

props and new school slapstick 

character. 

It’s magic through the lens of the 

Maker Movement! As seen on Sesame 

Street, Sprout, and live on tour with David 

Blaine, Mario’s show is an upbeat, 

hilarious and a very interactive experience 

that leaves children and families 

inspired to nurture their own creative 

paths. Blaine called him “the best kids’ 

magician in the world!” 

Show times are 1 pm and 4 pm. 

Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for 

youth (plus fees). Discounts are available 

for groups of four or more. Tickets can be 

purchased at townhalltheater.org, over the 

phone at 802-382-9222, or in person at the box 

office. The box office is located at 68 South Pleasant 

Street in Middlebury, open Monday to Saturday 

from noon to 5 p.m. 

Happy 

Thanksgiving

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The Pickle Barrel throws World Cup 

finale party featuring Twiddle 

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m.—KIL- 

LINGTON— The Pickle Barrel 

Nightclub and Whistlepig Whiskey 

are excited to host the World Cup 

finale party featuring Sunday’s race 

day headliner, Twiddle, on Sunday, 

Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. 

The show will close out the weekend 

of festivities - which features 

world class ski racing and special 

musical guests - and offer fans an 

exclusive experience with Twiddle 

in an intimate setting of the Pickle 

Barrel Nightclub. 

Patrons will be able to keep the 

energy alive with an extended concert 

by the beloved band. Sponsors 

including Red Bull and Pacifico will 

also be supporting the event with 

drinks on site for purchase. A limited 

amount of tickets will be available 

to the general public and will go on 

sale starting Tuesday, November 12 

20th annual holiday 

silent auction kicks off at 

Fletcher Memorial Library 

Monday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m.—LUDLOW—Fletcher Memorial 

Library will host the 20th Holiday Silent Auction 

beginning on Dec. 2 and running through Dec. 13. The 

auction will include plenty of bidding, music by Sammy 

Blanchette, and a visit from 

Santa. Refreshments will be 

available. 

Donations are now 

being accepted, including 

new merchandise, 

gift certificates, antique 

items, and, of course, 

cash. Event is held at 88 

Main Street in Ludlow. For 

more info visit fmlnews.org. 


2 

at 10 a.m. 

“From the first time Twiddle 

played in our venue 11 years ago, it’s 

been wonderful to watch this band 

grow and it is an honor to welcome 

them back to our stage,” Chris Karr, 

president of the Pickle Barrel Nightclub, 

said. 

Twiddle hails from the dorms of 

Castleton University in western Vermont. 

Members Mahali Savoulidis, 

Ryan Dempsey, Brook Jordan, and 

Zdenek Gubb, all share a passion 

for jamming and an appreciation 

for instrumental music. The group’s 

hazy mood and bubbly energy 

derives from a blend of jazz, rock, 

bluegrass, and reggae. From swaggering 

guitar solos to reggae hooks 

that take fans to the far away tropics, 

Twiddle solidifies the genre fusion 

that is known throughout the world. 

Each performance emphasizes the 

jammy, sunny reggae vibes the band 

has always loved. 

In addition to the final party of 

World Cup weekend, The White 

Light Foundation, which benefits 

various charitable organizations 

that are meaningful to the band, 

will be partnering with Twiddle. For 

every ticket purchased, an additional 

one dollar will be donated to 

the Foundation and the community 

causes they support. White Light is 

focused on supporting organizations 

through various community 

initiatives. 

Fans looking to enjoy the show 

can snag tickets only at picklebarrelnightclub.com 

for $38.10 including 

$1 for The Whitelight Foundation. 

Doors open at 7 p.m. and this is a 

21+ only show. For more information 

about the event, visit picklebarrelnightclub.com. 

Help light up Brandon’s 

Memory Tree 

Sunday, Dec. 1 at 3:30 p.m.—BRANDON— Start the 

holiday season off with this meaningful and enduring 

tradition of remembrance. Donations of $1 per name in 

memory of your loved ones will help light Brandon’s 

Memory Tree. Names will also be printed in the local 

newspaper. 

Please send a check made out to Brandon Area Chamber 

of Commerce (BACC) and mail to BACC, PO Box 267, 

Brandon VT 05733. Names may also be dropped off at 

Carr’s Florist & Gifts. Make sure to include your name and 

phone number and the name(s) of loved ones. 

Due to the ongoing Segment 6 construction project, 

singing and lighting of the Memory Tree on Sunday, Dec. 

1, 2019 beginning at 3:30 pm, will be held in front of the 

town hall. 

For more information, contact the Brandon Area 

Chamber of Commerce at 247-6401 or visit brandon.org. 

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44 • HOMELIGHT WORLD CUP 


A WINTER 

OF THRILLS 

AT THE BEAST 

Killington 2019-2020 Event Schedule 

NOVEMBER 

Audi FIS Ski World Cup, 

November 29-December 1 

DECEMBER 

Freeskier Demo, December 14 

JANUARY 

Newschoolers Tell A Friend Tour, January 4 

Mini Shred Madness, January 11 

FEBRUARY 

Vans HiStandard Series, February 1-2 

Ski Vermont Specialty Food Day, February 8 

Subaru Winterfest, February 21-23 

MARCH 

Slash and Berm Banked Slalom, March 6-8 

Red Bull Slide in Tour, March 7 

Hibernation Park Jam, March 15 

Vermont Brewers Festival, March 21 

Back Country Base Camp, March 28-29 

K-1 Lodge Teardown Party, March 29 

APRIL 

Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge, April 4 

Dazed & Defrosted Festival, April 11 

Worm Bermer Slalom, April 27 

MAY 

May Day Slalom Race, May 1 

Visit killington.com/events for more details

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 HOMELIGHT WORLD CUP • 45 

Mikaela Shiffrin is off to a great start 

Shiffrin won the first Slalom race of the season, took second in Giant Slalom 

Giant Slalom 

Soelden, AUT 

Oct. 26, 2019 

1. Alice Robinson 

2. Mikaela Shiffrin 

3. Tessa Worley 

Slalom 

Levi, FIN 

Nov. 23, 2019 

1. Mikaela Shiffrin 

2. Wendy Holdener 

3. Katharina Truppe 

Record breaking skier Mikaela Shiffrin has broken 

another record ahead of the Killington World Cup 

races. 

Shiffrin, who grew up in Colorado and attended 

Burke Mountain Academy in 

Vermont, won a World Cup 

slalom race in Finland Nov. 

23, taking her 41st Slalom 

title and breaking the record 

held by Ingemar Stenmark of 

Sweden. 

Shiffrin won a reindeer 

following the race and 

named it Ingemar. 

“I have this record to my name—a milestone that 

I never in my wildest dreams though I would achieve 

when I was younger—but all I could think was, Ingemar 

was better. I don’t see it as ‘breaking his record,’ I 

am just continuing it,” Shiffrin said after the race on 

Twitter. 

> 

Shiffrin breaks another record 

“I have this record to my 

name—a milestone that I 

never in my wildest dreams 

though I would achieve when I 

was younger,” Shiffrin said. 

World Cup: Mikaela Shiffrin continues to dominate. After making the podium in the first two races of the seaon, she’ll test her skills at Killington. 

from page 1 

Outdoor concerts, fireworks and movie premiers will 

punctuate the races. Friday night Recycled Percussion 

kicks off the event at 4 p.m., D.J. Logic will play after 

the first Giant Slalom run on Saturday, and Vermont 

headliner Grace Potter will take the stage after the second 

run. Twiddle will entertain crowds between the Slalom 

runs Sunday to round out the live entertainment line up. 

All concerts will be performed at the festival village at the 

base of Superstar. 

Shiffrin’s success last season 

It’s hard to fully comprehend the record-breaking 

season Mikaela Shiffrin had last year. The 24-year-old, 

who graduated from Vermont’s Burke Mountain 

Academy in 2013, set a number of records. She 

blew past Vreni Schneider’s record of 14 World Cup 

wins in a season in early March and then went on 

to rack up two more wins for a new record of 17 in 

a season. To put that in perspective, Shiffrin won 

every World Cup or World Championship Slalom 

race she entered but one, where she finished 

second. 

Following early season success at the 

Killington World Cup last year, where she won 

the Slalom event, Mikaela Shiffrin went on to have 

her biggest seasons since she made her World Cup 

debut at 15 years old at Spindleruv Mlyn, Czech 

Republic, in 2011. Shiffrin 

won her first Super-G last 

December at Lake Louise 

in Alberta, Canada and 

Shiffri n is set to compete in the Giant Slalom and 

Slalom World Cup races in Killington Nov. 30 and Dec. 

1, respectively. 

While Shiffrin is most decorated for her Slalom 

accomplishments, she was 

also the overall winner of 

the Giant Slalom last season 

(in addition to the being the 

overall Champion). 

This season, she took second 

in the only Giant Slalom 

race of the season thus far. 

But Shiffrin has never 

won the Giant Slalom race at 

Killington. She placed second in 2017, her only time 

podiuming at the home town race in Giant Slalom 

(see page 61 for full results from past year’s Killington 

Cups). 

Could this be the year Shiffrin sees a double win at 

Killington? Maybe! 


Mikaela Shiffrin is the favorite to win the Slalom and has 

a good chance of making the podium in Giant Slalom, too. 

became the first athlete in FIS Ski World Cup history to win in 

all six disciplines. 

“It was one of my big goals to win in every discipline when I 

first started racing!” Shiffrin said in a statement last year. 

In all, Shiffrin won: 

• 2019 Overall World Cup Champion 

• 2019 Giant Slalom World Cup Champion 

• 2019 Super-G World Cup Champion 

• 2019 Slalom World Cup Champion 

In addition to her four crystal globes, including the overall 

World Cup, she earned the most points — 2,204 points — of 

the season, second all-time only to Slovenia’s Tina Maze’s 

legendary season of 2,414 points in 2012-13. 

Additionally, she won her sixth Slalom overall crystal 

globe in her seventh year of competing. She won 19 of the 

29 World Cup or World Championship races she entered 

this season and podiumed in 24 of those. She had her 60th 

career win, which puts her in fifth for in all-time World Cup 

wins — 26 wins behind Ingemar Stenmark and 22 behind 

Lindsay Vonn. And she became the first ski racer to earn $1 

million in prize money in a single season. 

Her dominance in the sport, coupled with 

the tenacity and passion she brings 

to every race, has made her an 

inspiration to thousands. In fact, 

the Mikaela Shiffrin Fan Club has 

grown to more than 40,000 fans on 

Facebook. 

Katy Savage and Lisa Lynn 

By Paul Holmes contributed to this report.



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How to get to the 

Killington World Cup 

Parking and transportation options are plentiful 

KILLINGTON— Attendance as well as parking is free for spectators at the Killington 

Cup this weekend. Guests staying at a property on Killington Road are encouraged to 

use the free shuttle and those staying in condominiums on East Mountain Road will 

have their own shuttle service available. 

Guests driving to Killington – whether you’re here for the event or skiing and riding – 

are encouraged to park and shuttle from Skyeship or Pico Mountain parking lots along 

Route 4. 

Area shuttles available in the following lots, Saturday and Sunday: 

• Snowshed Lodge – Shuttles running from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. approximately 

every 15 minutes 

• Ramshead Lodge – Shuttles running from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. approximately 

every 15 minutes 

• Skyeship Gondola Park and Ride (Route 4) – Shuttles running from 6:30 a.m. – 6 

p.m. approximately every 20 minutes 

• Pico Mountain Park and Ride (Route 4) - Shuttles running from 6:30 a.m. – 6 

p.m. approximately every 20 minutes 

• Killington Road Parking Areas: The Pickle Barrel, The Wobbly Barn, Auxiliary 

Lot across from The Foundry – Shuttles running from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. approximately 

every 15 minutes. 

Only those with Parking Passes (purchased prior to the event) will have access to 

K-1 parking and Vale Lot parking. Shuttles at these lots will run approximately every 10 

minutes from 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. 

Additional transportation options: 

Diamond Express Bus: Servicing Rutland/Route 4 East/Killington Road/K-1 Lodge 

& World Cup Venue/Snowshed Lodge/Grand Resort Hotel. Service approximately 

every half-hour 5:15 a.m. - 11:45 p.m. 

Killington Road shuttle: Servicing Killington Road between the intersection of Killington 

& West Hill roads/K-1 Lodge & World Cup Venue. Service approximately every 

15 minutes 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Wave driver for service.) 

For more information visit killington.com/culture/world-cup-fis-ski-racing/spectator-information/parking-shuttles. 

The Festival Village will 

be at the base of Superstar, 

located at the K-1 base area 

at the top of Killington Road. 

The spectating area will 

have free spectating zones 

surrounding the race finish, 

Superstar 

Race Trail 

KEY 

K-1 Lodge 

Media 

Ticketed 

Grandstand 

Ticketed VIP 

Hospitality 

two ticketed grandstands, 

ticketed VIP areas and 

credentialed media zones. 

Spectators will be able to see 

approximately 40-50%of 

the Slalom course and 

30-40 % of the Giant Slalom 

Ticketed 

Parking 

Free Spectator 

Viewing 

Vendors 

Festival Village 

K-1 Lodge 

(open to public) 

Finish Pavilion 

Security Bag 

Inspection 

Restrooms 

course. Jumbo screens on 

the side of the finish area 

will provide additional 

viewing. The Festival Village 

will open at 2 p.m. Friday, 

and 7 a.m. Saturday and 

Sunday. 

Bathrooms are also 

available at: 

Vale parking lot 

Pico parking lot 

Skyeship parking lot 

Killington Road 

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Saturday, Nov. 30 

7 a.m. Festival Village opens 

9 a.m. Opening ceremony parade 

featuring VARA athletes 

9:45 a.m. Giant Slalom run 1 

1 p.m. Giant Slalom run 2 

Award ceremony will immediately follow 

Sunday, Dec. 1 

7 a.m. Festival Village opens 

9 a.m. Opening ceremony parade 

featuring USSA Eastern Division athletes 

9:45 a.m. Slalom run 1 

1 p.m. Slalom run 2 

Award ceremony will immediately follow 

Official World Cup events 

All events take place at Killington 

Resort base areas, unless 

otherwise noted. 

9:45 a.m. 

Giant Slalom run 1 on 

Superstar Trail 


Friday, Nov. 29 

2 p.m. 

Meet Team Sweden courtesy of Bliz 

& VARA. Mahogany Room in the 

K1 Lodge 

2 p.m. 

Festival Village opens 

at K-1 Base Area 

4 p.m. 

Live Music with Recycled Percussion, 

Festival Village, K-1 Base Area 

5:45 p.m. 

Athlete bib presentation, 

Festival Village, K-1 Base Area 

Fireworks immediately following 

bib presentation Festival Village, 

Immediately following run 1 

Live performance by DJ Logic 

at Festival Village, K-1 Base Area 

1 p.m. 

Giant Slalom run 2 

on Superstar Trail 


Awards 

at finish area, Superstar Trail 

Following awards 

Live performance by Grace Potter 


7 p.m. 

Warren Miller Entertainment's 

"Timeless” movie premiere 

at Snowshed Base Lodge 


K-1 Base Area 

7 p.m. 

TGR's "Winterland" movie 

premiere, 

at Snowshed Base Lodge 

Sunday, Dec. 1 

7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Festival Village is open 


Submitted 

Saturday, Nov. 30 

7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Festival Village is open 


9 a.m. 

Opening parade with 

Eastern USSA ski clubs 


9:45 a.m. 

Slalom run 1 


By Robin Alberti 

9 a.m. 

Opening parade with VARA ski 

racers at Festival Village, K-1 Base 

Area 


Live performance by Twiddle 


1 p.m. 

Slalom run 2 



Awards 

at finish area, Superstar Trail 

By Angelo Lynn 

**Schedule subject to change. 

killington.com/worldcup 

By Paul Holmes



DJ Logic 

Don't miss the FREE outdoor concerts in the Festival Village area Friday, Saturday 

and Sunday. Friday, Recycled Percussion will perform at the Festival Village before 

the athlete bib presentation and fireworks, starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, DJ Logic will 

perform after the first run and Grace Potter will perform following the second run. 

Then on Sunday, Twiddle will perform after the first run, capping off the event’s live 

entertainment schedule. 

By Jerry Leblond 

Recycled Percussion 

Since his emergence in 

the early 1990s, DJ Logic, 

based in New York City, 

has been amassing a 

number of collaborations. 

He’s known for combining 

music genres — especially 

jazz and hip hop. 

DJLogic is known to 

freestyle MC with Afro- 

Cuban rhythms and he 

remixes tracks for rock 

bands such as Moon Taxi, 

for example. The context 

of his work varies, but DJ 

Logic’s spinning skills have 

earned him notoriety. 

Saturday 


After GS run 1 

Friday 


4 p.m. 

Recycled Percussion founder Justin 

Spencer formed the band for a 

high school talent show in 1995. 

Spencer saw recycled buckets being 

played on the subways of New York 

City and decided to take the idea 

further. 

The band, based in Manchester, 

New Hampshire, took off in 

1999 and began touring the 

country in 2001. 

Recycled Percussion placed 

third on season 4 of “America’s 

Got Talent” in 2009 and had, at 

the time, placed the highest of any 

non-singing acts to compete in the 

series’ history. 

During every show, the band mixes 

their buckets, power tools and 

anything else they can find to beat 

their sticks on.


Grace Potter 

Saturday 


After GS run 2 

Sunday 

Dec. 1 

After SL run 1 

Twiddle 

Twiddle is an American rock band with 

local roots. 

Twiddle formed at the former Castleton 

State College in 2004 with bandmates 

Mihali Savoulidis (guitar, vocals), Ryan 

Dempsey (keyboards, vocals), Zdenek 

Gubb (bass, vocals), and Brook Jordan 

(drums, percussion, vocals). 

Their latest album, “PLUMP,” released 

in 2017, was recorded over a two-year 

span with legendary producer Ron St. 

Germain. 

“So many fans have shared how these 

songs carried them through very 

difficult times, and that alone makes 

this all worth it,” said Jordan, Twiddle’s 

percussionist and vocalist. 

Twiddle released its debut album, “The 

Natural Evolution of Consciousness,” 

in 2007, showcasing the band’s 

eclectic inspirations. The 

songs from their latest 

album speak about 

growing up and hark 

back to Twiddle 

arrangements 

from 2004-2005, 

when Savoulidis 

and Dempsey were 

collaborating in their 

freshman dorms at 

Castleton. 

Over the years, Vermont born musician Grace 

Potter has developed a successful working 

relationship with country music star Kenny 

Chesney. Her collaboration with Chesney 

on “You And Tequila” earned Potter her first 

Grammy nomination for Best Country Duo/ 

Group Performance. 

Potter has also collaborated with the Flaming 

Lips. In 2012, Potter and The Flaming Lips 

released “My Mechanical Friend,” which Potter 

also wrote, for the companion soundtrack to 

Disney and Tim Burton’s film “Frankenweenie.” 

Potter released her acclaimed album "Midnight" 

in 2015. Potter’s newest and much anticipated 

album "Daylight," was released Oct. 25, 2019.


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70th Warren Miller film to debut in Killington, Saturday 

Saturday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m.—KILL- 

INGTON—The only constant is change, 

but winter stoke is eternal. After seven 

decades of celebrating skiing and snowboarding, 

Warren Miller Entertainment 

can confirm that nothing compares to 

the anticipation of another season in the 

mountains. 

Saturday, kickoff winter with Warren 

Miller’s 70th film, “Timeless,” and adventure 

from the slopes of the Rockies to the 

rooftops of the Alps alongside top athletes, 

including Vermont native Jim Ryan. All 

moviegoers will receive discounts on lift 

tickets, gear, swag, and more. It’s more 

than a ski and snowboard film, it’s an 

experience, 70 years in the making. 

For more information visit warrenmiller.com. 

The Killington premiere at Snowshed 

Lodge at 7 p.m. is hosted by the Killington 

Ski Club. Tickets are $15 and can be 

By Cam McLeod 

By SkyScope 

‘Timeless’ confirms that the joys of winter are eternal 

purchased ahead of time at the Killington 

Ski Club, Peak Performance and First Stop 

Ski Shops. If available, tickets can also be 

purchased day of show at Snowshed. For 

ticket info email johnnyo@killingtonskiclub.com. 

Timeless 

Much of the world has changed since 

Warren Miller started making ski films in 

1949, but the passion of snowriders across 

the globe has stayed the same. Timeless 

emulates the enduring spirit of winter and 

gives a deserving nod to the past seven decades 

of ski cinematography, while looking 

toward the future. Get ready to kick 

off your winter with a cast of fresh faces, 

inspirational locales, plenty of laughs and 

camaraderie, and a classic blend of the 

new and old. 

“It’s incredible, looking at the fact that 

this is number 70,” said narrator Jonny 

Moseley. “Every year I still get that same 

Warren Miller > 55 

TGR’S ‘Winterland’ 

movie premieres at 

Killington, Friday 

Friday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.—KILLINGTON—Teton 

Gravity Research is coming to Killington’s Snowshed 

Base Lodge for the winter kick-off party of the 

year. Join in to get hyped for the coming season 

with their new feature length ski and snowboard 

film, “Winterland.” 

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the film begins at 7:30 

p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for ages 16 

and under, and will support the Pico Ski Club. As 

always, there will be prize giveaways. Plus, everyone 

in attendance will have a shot at the tour grand 

prizes - including trips to Sierra Nevada’s beer 

camp in California, a trip to TGR’s hometown Jackson 

Hole Mountain Resort, and more. 

You can find TGR all weekend long with their 

infamous TGR Stokemobile in the Homelight Killington 

Cup vendor village. Swing by to say hi and 

pick-up some fresh TGR merch! For more information 

visit tetongravity.com. 

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By Ian Anderson 

A skier pulls a back flip in 

Silverton, Colorado. 

By Matt Hardy 

Austrian cliff drop. 

Warren Miller: 70 years in the making, “Timeless” is timeless 

> 

from page 55 

feeling I got when I was a kid watching ski movies. I enjoy watching them now more than 

ever, and that is what “‘Timeless’ celebrates.” 

From the mountains of British Columbia, across the steeps of the Colorado Rockies, to 

the rooftop of the European Alps, Timeless explores winter stoke around the globe. Along 

for the ride are more new athletes than ever before, including female phenom and Jackson 

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A review of 2018-19 season results for Slalom and Giant Slalom races 


The 2018 Killington Cup drew an 

estimated 39,000 people to the area over 

Thanksgiving weekend, breaking an 

attendance record since the World Cup 

debuted at Killington Resort in 2016. 

It’s estimated 30,000 attended the 

event in 2016 and 34,000 in 2017. 

Last year, American 

favorite, Mikaela 

Shiffrin, who attended 

Burke Mountain 

Academy in Vermont, 

took home first 

place in Slalom, with 

a combined time 

of 1 minute, 43.25 

seconds to take the 

win over Petra Vlhova of Slovakia by 0.57 

seconds. Frida Hansdotter of Sweden 

finished third. 

“I could hear the crowd the whole 

second run, from the start to the finish,” 

Shriffin said after her run last year. “The 

crowd really carried me down the hill, 

and it’s just amazing to race here in front 

of everybody. The atmosphere is incredible.” 

The day before her win in Slalom, 

Shiffrin was just edged off the podium 

in Giant Slalom when she took fourth 

place. Federica Brignone of Italy earned 

first, followed by Ragnhild Mowinckel 

of Norway and Stephanie Brunner of 

Austria. 

Killington has already announced 

that the World Cup will return to the 

resort in 2020. 

“Showcasing Killington and the state 

of Vermont to the international ski 

community... has us and the entire 

surrounding community bursting 

with pride,” said Mike Solimano. 

“Showcasing Killington and the 

state of Vermont to the international 

ski community for a third year in a 

row, has us and the entire surrounding 

community bursting with pride,” said 

Mike Solimano, president and general 

manager of Killington Resort and 

Pico Mountain. “Everyone involved, 

from volunteers to groomers, put on 

another great showing for athletes and 

spectators. We’re very much looking 

forward to keeping this event on the 

East Coast next year.” 

Past podiums at the Killington Cup 

2018 Giant Slalom 

1. 1:51.33 

Federica Brignone, ITA 

2. 1:51.82 

Ragnhild Mowinckel, NOR 

3. 1:52.11 

Stephanie Brunner, AUT 

2018 Slalom 

1. 1:43.25 

Mikaela Shiffrin, USA 

2. 1:43.82 

Petra Vlhova, SVK 

3. 1:44.33 

Frida Hansdotter, SWE 


1. 1:57.63 

Viktoria Rebensburg, GER 

2. 1:58.30 


3. 1:59.12 

Manuela Moelgg, ITA 

2017 Slalom 

1. 1:40.91 


2. 1:42.55 

Petra Vlhova, SVK 

3. 1:43.58 

Bernadette Schild, AUT 


1. 1:59.26 

Tessa Worley, FRA 

2. 2:00.06 

Nina Loeseth, NOR 

3. 2:00.37 

Sofia Goggia, ITA 

2016 Slalom 

1. 1:27.95 


2. 1:28.68 

Veronika Velez Zuzulova, 

SVK 

3. 1:28.81 

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As the ski racing world arrives 

in Killington this week, we who ski 

and ride here look up and see our 

local ski hill transformed 

into an amazing 

scene. Flags from 

around the world line 

the grandstands and 

a huge VIP structure 

takes over the party 

scene at the Umbrella 

Bar. The crowds roar 

and cheer for hours, 

national music acts 

take the stage and 

the best skiers in the 

world huddle at the 

top of the Skye Peak, 

waiting for their start. But what’s it 

like to be a World Cup skier, placing 

your poles over the wand and 

trying to focus on the course while 

thousands of fans scream your 

name? Instead of just wondering, 

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Team Member and 

2018 Paralympian 

Spencer Wood. 

Born and raised 

in Pittsfield,Wood 

said he absolutely 

loves when fans get involved as 

they do at the Killington World 

Cup. 

“It elevates the athlete to want 

to achieve more and try harder,” 

Wood said. 

Of competing at the 2018 Paralympics 

in Pyongyang, South Korea, 

Wood said that “the course was 

no different, but the stakes were 

higher, so it does make it harder to 

tune all that out, to not look at the 

olympic banners everywhere and 

focus only on the course.” 

While he didn’t get on the 

podium in Pyongyang, Wood 

learned some good life lessons and 

recommitted himself to a strenuous 

schedule for the next four 

years. Currently a full time student 

at the University of Boulder in 

Colorado, Wood has already started 

his training preparations for the 

2022 Winter Paralympics in Beijing, 

China, and is disappointed that he 

will be unable to attend the races 

on the Superstar glacier this year 

due to training schedule conflicts. 

Don’t worry, though, he surprised 

his mom by coming home for 

Thanksgiving last week instead! 

As for growing up skiing on 

the East Coast? Wood says it only 

makes you better. 

“Skiing five days a week in harsh 

conditions at Killington? You get 

used to it. Standing at the top of an 

icy course is exciting for me,” he 

said, adding, “I’m not West Coast 

spoiled.” 

Wood, the son of two long-time 

Killington Resort employees, 

both of whom got their start at 

the company teaching skiing, is 

definitely “Pittsfield Proud.” In 

fact, Wood said that there must be 

something in the water, and mentioned 

several other high 

level athletes who were 

also raised on the west 

bank of the Tweed River, 

including U.S. Alpine Ski 

Team Olympian Chelsea 

Marshall, pro downhill 

mountain bike racer 

Mazie Hayden and collegiate 

cyclocross racer 

Andrew Borden. When 

asked what he wishes he 

could have brought with 

him from Vermont to Colorado, 

Wood was quick to 

answer: Joyce and Roger Stevens, 

the owners of the famed PittStop 

Gas Station. “Knowing the people 

who provide your goods and services,” 

Wood explained, “teaches 

you that it’s important to rely on 

one another.” 

“Knowing the people who provide your goods 

and services,” Wood explained, “teaches you 

that it’s important to rely on one another.” 

It’s that small town feel that 

Wood misses the most as he travels 

the world for ski races. “Killington 

isn’t a big community,” Wood 

explained, “but one where you see 

the same faces every day.” 

For young Wood growing up, 

that meant feeling comfortable 

in his surroundings and being 

confident to just be himself. He 

spoke fondly of his years on the 

Sharks, the Killington Rec Department 

summer swim team 

based in the town pool, where he 

learned how to be a teammate. No 

one was “gunning for you,” Wood 

said. It was more like being part of 

a “group of individuals,” respected 

and supported by members of the 

community. 

As I listened to Wood describe 

his years with the Sharks, I realized 

that he was describing exactly 

what happens at the Killington 

World Cup. 

As the 30,000 fans watch from 

the bottom of Preston’s Pitch, we 

don’t just cheer for Mikaela, Tessa 

or Alice, gunning for the others 

to catch a tip or slip out around a 

turn. Instead, we cheer loudly for 

every single skier that slides into 

that starting gate – 

and we don’t leave 

until the final racer 

has crossed the finish 

line. 

Maybe that’s 

what makes Killington 

such a special stop on the 

Women’s Alpine Ski World Cup 

tour – we bring that small town 

feel to the biggest race of the 

season. Or maybe, just maybe 

… there’s just something in the 

water. 

Submitted 

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> 

from page 1 

data, noted Prestige broker Heidi Bomogen. 

“The market has been strong across the board: 

homes, condos, and land. The number of homes sold 

was up 18 percent with the average sale price rising 39 

percent. The number of condos sold was up 37 percent 

with the average sale price rising 30 percent. The 

number of land parcels sold was up 38 percent with 

the average sale price rising 418 percent,” Bomogen 

reported of the three-quarter-year data. 

As of Nov. 25, Bomengen reported 33 single family 

homes, 23 condos and 22 lots on the market. 

“It’s a hot, sellers’ market finally! Demand is strong. 

Inventory is very low, particularly for condos. 

“There is also a shortage of houses in the $500-700K 

range. One-third of the houses currently listed are 

over $1,350,000,” she stated. 

Brokers busier than ever 

“In my 16-year career, this is by far the busiest I 

have ever been, and it is completely a sellers market. 

Over the past two years the real estate market has 

transitioned from a buyer’s market to the sellers’ market 

we are currently in,” commented Bret Williamson, 

owner/broker of Killington Valley Real Estate. 

Williamson said 60% of his sales have been condos, 

noting they are at the lowest inventory levels he’s seen. 

“As of today there are currently 24 full ownership condos 

on the market where as a year-and-a-half to two 

years ago you would have had 100,” he said. 

“There is a need for more inventory for condos and 

single family homes. I am seeing an increase in land 

sales and listings as well, which makes sense as land 

was very slow in past years. As the market has gained 

momentum, land listings are popping back up and 

starting to sell,” he added. 

As for prices, Williamson said he has had “listings 

and sales ranging from the mid-$100,000s to over a 

million,” adding he has seen “a fair amount of requests 

to view homes over the $1 million mark and that caliber 

house has a fair amount of listings currently.” 

Williamson also reported that Killington Valley’s 

traditionally strong winter seasonal rental market has 

continued. “Recently the summer rentals market has 

grown so listing properties for summer has been a 

market that is growing, too,” he added. 

Ski Country broker Tricia Carter said, “People are 

coming out of the woodwork.” Sellers are asking for 

the values on their properties while buyers are looking 

for properties with cash flows, etcetera. “I almost 

feel like it is back in the 1980s when there was new 

construction going on 

and real estate activity 

was booming,” she 

commented. 

Kyle Kershner, 

broker/owner of 

Killington Pico Realty 

echoed Carter’s 

observation, noting, 

“We’ve been straight 

out. It’s actually slowed down a little since Columbus 

Day, but from July to October was just unbelievable.” 

Kershner said that demand had picked up a year 

ago and, as of Oct. 9 of this year, he personally had the 

most contracts pending (signed but not yet closed) 

at one time in his 19-year career. Similarly, his company 

and KPR broker Jessica Posch also had the most 

contracts pending. 

He observed that sales in Killington and nearby 

towns have been increasing year-over-year for several 

years, but better demand hadn’t turned into appreciation 

in the past, adding the 2008 economic downturn 

had resulted in a 35 percent depreciation in property 

prices. 

“The median sales prices remained flat until 2017 

which was the first time we saw a jump. Since that 

Clients ... ask about a property’s ability 

to being used for short-term rentals, 

Kershner reported, noting many want to 

use their vacation property but also have 

rentals to help with expenses. 

Courtesy of Presige Real Estate 

A chart shows year-to-date real estate sales in millions of dollars in Killington from 2011 to the present 2019. 

time, we’ve seen two years of double digit appreciation,” 

Kershner noted, adding that the medium price 

of condos is up 16 percent (as of Nov. 21) over last year. 

Appreciation extends to units at the Killington Grand 

Hotel, which he said is reported to be the second highest 

traffic [occupancy] hotel in the state of Vermont. 

He also said buyers are not looking for fixer uppers 

but rather updated and upgraded properties that are 

ready to move into. 

“We’ve transitioned from a seller’s market to a more 

balanced market and we’re seeing multiple offers on 

the best properties,” he added. 

Observing that a rising tide lifts all boats, Kershner 

said there have been good sales in surrounding towns. 

“One house in Pittsfield saw seven offers in 72 hours,” 

with the bidding problem resolved with a deadline. 

“In the last 15 years the luxury market in Killington 

averaged one $1-million-plus 

sale per year, 

but we’ve had three in 

the last 12 months, including 

one home that 

sold for $2.4 million, 

which was the highest 

priced sale in Killington 

to date. That says a 

lot,” he added, noting 

the luxury market has definitely picked up. 

Multiple factors drive demand 

Williamson said he feels it’s “not one thing in particular 

that is responsible but a lot of different factors 

that have all helped propel the market to where it is 

now.” 

“I look at the market from different perspectives, 

as a parent of two small children, as a business owner, 

and as an active participant in the community involved 

in various clubs, sports, and board of directors. 

Things from the Killington Elementary School being 

ranked as one of the best in the state of Vermont to Killington 

Mountain School expanding programs offered 

to their athletes have both been reasons that certain 

sales have closed for me in Killington. 

“Killington Resort has been a driving force in the 

development of the mountain biking and adventure 

center which has also brought a lot of attention to 

Killington for the summer months. The [town’s] recreation 

department also has fantastic camps for kids 

that are well run and a great, value which is another 

positive for the area. I remember taking notice a 

couple years ago that the market was heating up and 

when Killington announced that a $20 million investment 

was happening, it was off to the races,” Williamson 

opined. 

Bomengen cited similar reasons for the hot market, 

adding that she thinks: “people are feeling financially 

secure” and “Killington properties represent a very 

good value compared to other ski area real estate, particularly 

in comparison to Stowe, Okemo, and Stratton 

with whom we compete.” 

She also observed there is “a greater appreciation 

for what mountain operations can do based on pulling 

a World Cup event off during Thanksgiving weekend 

multiple years in a row and that people recognize 

the investment that Powdr has made, and is continuing 

to make, in the mountain in the form of new lifts, 

new trail flow, and new lodges.” 

Kershner agreed with the foregoing “host of positive 

trends,” adding that the addition of the yearround 

season pass and Killington Resort’s commitment 

to year-round activities have had a very positive 

effect. While some ski areas have seen a slowing 

market, Kershner said he thinks the local market is 

“outperforming,” based on discussions with brokers 

from other resorts. 

Short-term rentals drive hot market 

Noting that the prior busy vacation property market 

of 2003 to 2007 was driven in part by the national 

“flipping craze” (in turn driven by TV shows) of purchasing 

fixer uppers, making changes, and selling for 

a profit, Kershner said he thinks the current change to 

a hot market in Killington is “driven by the short-term 

rentals trend.” 

Clients interested in purchasing ask about a 

property’s ability to being used for short-term rentals, 

he reported, noting many want to use their vacation 

property but also have rentals to help with expenses. 

Real estate boom, cont. > 65


Real estate boom, cont: Killington tops national list for best return on your short-term rental investment property, high-end properties also up 

> 

from page 58 

Observing that “more regulation is 

coming,” he said savvy buyers want to 

know that a property could qualify for 

rentals. They want to know that the fire 

marshal would qualify the property for 

short-term vacation rental use (or had 

already inspected it and approved it). 

He also sees buyers who invest in 

multiple condos which can be used 

for rentals. He attributed that to the 

affordable prices, a return on investment, 

and the ability for vacation 

properties to benefit from the Airbnb, 

VRBO, and HomeAway rentals trend. 

Kershner buttressed his observation, 

noting that a recent VACASA 

study — naming the Top 25 markets 

for buying a vacation rental — lists 

Killington as number two in the 

nation. That study (vacasa.com/topmarkets/2019-best-places-to-buya-vacation-home) 

uses a medium 

sales price of $208,828 and Cap rate of 

9.3%(a return on investment) as factors 

that make Killington so attractive 

for investors. 

VACASA is the largest vacation rental management 

firm in the U.S. The only other ski resort towns on the 

list are Big Sky, Montana, at number 10 ($585,000; 5.4 

percent cap), Warren, Vermont, near Sugarbush and 

Mad River at number 14 ($262,003; 5.3 percent cap) 

and Rhododendron in Oregon’s Cascade Mountains 

(close to five ski resorts) listed at 20. The majority of 

recommended vacation rentals locations are beach or 

retirement oriented resorts/towns. 

Nate Mastroeni of Four Seasons Sotheby’s International 

Real Estate in Rutland concurred with Kershner 

Courtesy Killington Pico Realty 

This Pittsfield house had seven offers in 72 hours and is under contract. 

that short-term rental interest is a major factor for 

buyers today. 

He said of the out-of-state clients he sees, about 

80 percent are looking for vacation property and the 

ability to use them for rentals as well as personal ski 

vacations. 

There are investment buyers among them, he said, 

noting seeing people who own beach as well as mountain 

vacation properties. 

About 20% of the out-of-staters he works with 

are looking for primary homes in Killington for a 

lifestyle change, Mastroeni said. The reputations of 

the elementary school and ski resort 

are draws for families with kids, he 

explained, noting one family moved 

to the town to foster their youngster’s 

moguls dreams of making the Olympics. 

He agreed that Killington is an 

“affordable resort,” explaining that 

condos constitute 70 to 75% of sales, 

which keeps the median price down. 

But Mastroeni also echoed observations 

on more interest in luxury properties, 

noting a listing for $3.1 million. 

“In Stowe that would be listed for $10 

million,” he added, concurring with 

others that there are still good values 

to be had. 

Year-round activity good news 

“The sale cycle used to be predictable,” 

Williamson observed. “As the 

ski season started things would slow 

because people had already identified 

properties and closed or rented. 

Then the search was put on hold until 

spring. That model is no longer. Last 

year I had closings every month, and 

now it seems that people don’t want to miss out,” he 

said. 

Kershner concurred, saying the traditional slow 

times — of people looking between Thanksgiving and 

New Years and during mud season — was “a thing of 

the past.” 

There does not seem to be any sign of the market 

slowing with 31 additional sales in Killington since 

Oct. 7 according to Prestige data for the town, which 

noted the total number of properties on the market in 

Killington was just 78, the lowest inventory since 2001. 

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I am so happy to see you 

that I will instantly smile and 

wiggle all over. 

MILLIE - 3-year-old. 

Spayed female. Domestic 

Medium Hair. Black and 

white. I am a very relaxed 

and calm cat. I hope that I 

can fit into your household. 

ELSA - 12-year-old. 

Spayed female. Domestic 

Short Hair. Black. I think 

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SETH - 2-year-old neutered 


Black & white. I will be the 

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and I have the biggest personality!

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 MOTHER OF THE SKYE • 69 

Copyright - Cal Garrison: 2019: © 

Aries 

March 21 - April 20 

Recent encounters have altered your 

perspective and changed the way you 

see things. With a new sense of what will 

work and what won’t, you feel empowered 

to press forward with plans that will slowly 

but surely turn into the most important thing 

you’ve ever done. Pressure to keep bowing 

to the expectations of others needs to 

be monitored. Anyone who can’t see what 

you’re involved with is blind to the fact that 

you are on a whole new bandwidth. Keep 

your feet on the ground, but let the spiritual 

piece expand and allow you to awaken and 

go even deeper into the mystery. 

Taurus 

April 21 - May 20 

How to proceed is the question. It’s not 

like you don’t know what you’re doing, 

but the story has changed, or the act 

of bridging the gap between one thing and 

another isn’t what you thought it would be. 

Anything that feels like dead weight needs 

to go. Before you can get this to roll you’ve 

got to drop all the phony BS and return to 

integrity. In situations like this it always 

comes down to: “OK; where am I coming 

from, what is the Truth, and where do I go 

from here?” Think twice about the fact that 

you won’t be able to answer any of those 

questions with the same old thing. 

Gemini 

May 21 - June 20 

You’ve got a whole raft of complications 

making things harder than they 

have to be. Thank God the deeper part of 

you finds it easy to make light of what 

would put anyone else in the nut house! 

As the next few weeks unfold, the forces 

that assail you will ease up and turn out 

to be nothing to worry about. By the time 

the Solstice rolls around whatever this is 

about will be gone with the wind. As the 

dust settles, life will open up to allow you 

to focus on what really matters. There are 

moments when you feel totally alone, but 

those closest to you will be there for you 

through all of this. 

Cancer 

June 21 - July 20 

You would feel better about this if elements 

of the past had less to say about 

how it came about. Part of you wonders 

what drove you to it. Now that you’re here, 

it’s time to figure out whether it’s what you 

wanted all along or if you’ve just fooled 

yourself into thinking you want to be this 

person. It might be simpler to say that 

you’ve got to check in with yourself long 

enough to know for sure that you chose 

this – because if there is any other motive 

for putting yourself in this position you will 

soon find out that it never pays to let our 

baggage keep running us from within. 

Leo 

July 21 - August 20 

Keep in mind that your fixed ideas about 

what you need to be doing may have 

nothing in common with what will work 

for you in the long run. At the moment 

the ability to be open and flexible calls 

you to consider possibilities that don’t fit 

the mold. In some cases the whole ball of 

wax needs to be restructured, because it’s 

time to graduate from your early childhood 

conditioning and get in touch with who 

you are. At a certain point in time all of us 

have to speak our truth. Don’t let your fears 

about who this might upset interfere with 

the need to change your plans. 

Virgo 

August 21 - September 20 

Biting off more than you can chew is 

coming up for a lot of you lately. As 

what looked like it would be a piece of cake 

turns out to be something else altogether, 

there’s a good chance your good nature 

will succumb to what happens to the best 

of us when we get overwhelmed. Dealing 

with numerous SNAFU’s would be easier 

if your perfection trips didn’t require you to 

keep all of your ducks lined up. Calm down 

and maintain your sense of humor. There is 

no perfection here in 3-D. At the same time, 

even when things are totally out of control 

it helps to remember that it’s ALL perfect. 

Libra 

September 21 - October 20 

You thought you got over this routine 

ages ago. Now here you sit, reckoning 

with issues that make you wonder how you 

could have lived this long and still be so totally 

clueless. All of us are children when it 

comes to certain things. Emotionally? Your 

sophisticated ways and your PhD don’t 

mean a whole lot to your inner child, who 

is always hiding behind the door, running 

the show from within. For many of you, 

it’s pull yourself up by the bootstraps time. 

Any chance to grow up, beat feet, and get 

on with the show will save you a whole lot 

of trouble in the long run. 

Scorpio 

October 21 - November 20 

Your next opportunity will come with 

challenges that call you to be supersensitive 

to the needs of others. Thank God 

the ability to empathize is your strong suit. 

If you can zoom in and choose your battles 

before they heat up you’ll save yourself 

tons of trouble in the long run. Youthful 

egos and arrogant types who loan themselves 

more credit than they deserve will 

move you to wonder what makes people 

think they have a clue. Don’t get waylaid 

by their nonsense; use it to remind yourself 

that real talent has its own light and let what 

happens next prove this to be true. 

Sagittarius 

November 21 - December 20 

How far are you willing to stretch 

yourself? I ask because life is calling 

you to move beyond your limitations. 

This may call you to leave your comfort 

zone and trust in the power of things that 

exist outside of the physical. I suspect that 

your need to feel connected to the divine is 

stronger than it’s ever been. With the spiritual 

piece in high focus it’s time to look at 

what matters in the long run. Of course the 

pull of ordinary things will always be there, 

but it’s the inner being that sustains the outer 

stuff. Keep your heart centered there and 

make way for a miracle or two! 

Capricorn 

December 21 - January 20 

It’s hard to say how things are stacking 

up. On the one hand you’ve got it made. 

On the other hand you might not see it that 

way; either that or you’re under the illusion 

that what “looks good” is an indication that 

you’re sitting on top of the world. I hate to 

be so cryptic but you guys are either angels 

or devils and everything depends on the 

extent to which you operate on the “light” 

side. This is a defining moment. Delusional 

tendencies are rampant. Efforts you make 

to come clean and remain true to yourself 

and others will be met with rewards that 

lead you up instead of down. 

Aquarius 

January 21 - February 20 

Little by little things are coming together. 

The vision is always up on the 

screen long before the details get ironed 

out. As much as you would like to put the 

cart before the horse, in this dimension the 

nuts and bolts have to be in place before the 

dream manifests. Still, it wouldn’t hurt to 

poke around in your future and make believe 

that this dream of yours has already 

come true. Nothing stands in the way, and 

those closest to you are already on board. 

Yes, your safe and secure little setup is at 

stake, but the bird in your hand will pale in 

comparison to the one in the bush. 

Pisces 

February 21 - March 20 

One door closes and another one opens. 

Here you sit, midway between “that 

was then” and “this is now.” It’s too soon 

to know where things will go from here, 

so don’t put a lot of pressure on yourself 

to be crystal clear about anything. Those of 

you who didn’t see this coming will have 

a hard time getting your bearings. If you 

were ready and waiting, it’s a little more 

doable, but, major transitions pack a punch 

no matter how well prepared we are. What 

happens next will ride on whatever you’ve 

brought to this place. Rest on the fact that 

you are the only one who can handle it. 

Celestial Inspirations > 70 

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By Dave Mance III 

The blast of a gunshot: a deep 

bass roar she feels in her chest, 

followed by a treble ringing in her 

ears. The buck drops. The hunter 

remains in 

her crouch, 

watching 

the animal’s 

last breaths 

through her 

scope. When 

he is still she 

The Outside 

Story 

By Brett Amy 

Thelena 

rises, bling from 

tremthe 

cold and 

the moment, 

and approaches. 

All about antlers 

She takes in the expanse of his 

body – a coiled spring in life that 

seems pretend somehow in repose. 

She’s struck by the pure white hair 

on his belly, which seems unnaturally 

bright up close. Her eyes follow 

his swollen neck to his head, to his 

crown: the dark paired horns … er 

… antlers that are the same color 

as the tannin-stained water in the 

sphagnum bog from which he’d 

appeared. She smiles, imagining her 

grandfather bellowing, as he often 

did when his grandchildren misspoke: 

“They’re not horns; they’re 

antlers!” He was not a biologist, just 

a man who believed that words and 

details matter. 

One crucial difference between 

a horn (cow) and an antler (deer) 

is that antlers are shed and regrow 

each year. In late winter this buck 

might have been mistaken for a doe. 

As the sap rose in the trees, his antlers 

started to grow – at their peak of 

growth in summer they might have 

put on 2 inches a week. When they 

were growing, they had skin, arteries, 

nerves, and bone. And so you 

can imagine antlers as limbs that the 

bucks regenerate each year, like the 

way a salamander can grow a new 

tail. Another way to make sense of 

things is to look at a growing antler 

like a tree. The velvet and skin on the 

surface is similar to bark, the bone 

beneath is similar to sapwood, and 

in between 

there’s a 

thin layer 

of tissue, 

called the 

periosteum, 

that functions like cambium. 

The hunter touches the coronets 

– the regally-named flairs at the 

bottom of each antler. She touches 

the tip of each point. As she runs 

her hands along the beams she can 

feel the arteries that were beneath 

the velvet just a few months ago, 

etched into the bone like fossils. She 

touches the knobby pearlations at 

the base of the antler – they form 

where the periosteum merged with 

the connective tissue and skin on 

the outside of the antler. They’re 

full of bark, as the buck used them 

to rasp trees throughout his range 

when they hardened off. She smells 

the wood shavings and determines 

it’s spruce. The softwood pitch may 

account for the dark color of these 

antlers, or it could be that when 

the buck removed the velvet in 

September, the blood stained the 

bone. Both these theories attempt 

to explain the difference between 

these and the lighter, wheat-colored 

antlers of the farm-country bucks 

in the magazines and the sunbleached 

racks that adorn the barn’s 

north wall. 

They’re big, she thinks, her hand 

circled around the antler just above 

the brow tine. She knows that if 

her middle finger can just touch 

the base of her thumb the antler is 

roughly 3 inches in diameter. She 

estimates the spread, the 

length of the beams, and 

the length of each point; 

does some quick math 

and decides it’s a 140sclass 

buck. Her best 

buck yet. 

How old was he, 

she wonders? She’d 

read a story in 

Northern Woodlands 

magazine 

recently, which said 

that you can’t accurately 

determine 

a deer’s age by the 

girth of an antler. The assertion was 

based on a study that analyzed data 

from 5,000 New Hampshire bucks 

and found that the thickest antlers 

were not the oldest. One of the lines 

she remembered almost verbatim 

from the story was that a deer with 

a 3-inch diameter antler could potentially 

be any age but a fawn. But 

that’s the thing about editors, she 

thinks. They get so enamored with 

outliers – with details that contradict 

conventional wisdom – that 

they lose sight of the big picture. 

Yes, this deer could technically be 

any age but a fawn. But the chances 

that he’s 1.5 are miniscule. She’s 

killed enough 2.5-year-old deer 

out of this gene pool to know that 

the antler mass here is likely too 

significant, and the chance that 

he’s older than 5 is diminished by 

the laws of averages on this heavily 

hunted mountain. She checks his 

coloration and the wear on his 

Another way to make sense of things is to 

look at a growing antler like a tree. The velvet 

and skin on the surface is similar to bark, 

the bone beneath is similar to sapwood... 

teeth for their insights, but even 

before she does she’s almost certain 

he’s a 3.5 or 4.5-year-old deer. Still, 

details matter. She will send a tooth 

in to have it professionally aged, a 

process that involves cutting a cross 

section and counting its rings like 

a tree. 

She dresses the deer, then flips 

him to drain. She attaches a rope 

to his antlers, then leaving enough 

lead for leverage, attaches the other 

end to a stout pole. “He probably 

outweighs me by 40 pounds,” she 

thinks as she leans into the drag, 

smiling. What a nice problem to 

have. 

Dave Mance III is the editor of 

Northern Woodlands, and yes, is 

enamored with outliers. The illustration 

for this column was drawn 

by Adelaide Tyrol. The Outside Story 

is assigned and edited by Northern 

Woodlands magazine and sponsored 

by the Wellborn Ecology Fund 

of the New Hampshire Charitable 

Foundation. 

Pay yourself first 

Each month you settle down to pay bills. You pay your 

mortgage lender. You pay the electric company. You pay 

the trash collector. But do you pay yourself? One of the 

most basic tenets of sound investing 

involves the simple habit of 

“paying yourself first,” in other 

words, making the first payment 

of each month into your savings 

account. 

Americans’ saving patterns vary 

widely. And too often, short-term 

Money 

Matters 

By Kevin Theissen 

Mother’s 

Celestial 

Inspirations 

By Cal Garrison 

economic trends can interrupt 

long-term savings programs. For 

example, the U.S. Personal Savings 

Rate jumped from approximately 

3.5% to nearly 8% in May 2008 during 

the housing and banking crisis. 

It then rose and fell sporadically as 

the economic environment stabilized. 

Anyone who’s ever managed their own finances knows 

that saving can be a challenge. There seems to be an 

endless stream of expenses that demand a piece of each 

month’s paycheck. Herein lies the genius of paying yourself 

first: you get the cream at the top of the bucket, and not the 

leftovers at the bottom. 

The trick is to prioritize. Make it a point to put your future 

first. At first, saving may mean a small lifestyle change. 

But most individuals want to see their net worth increase 

steadily. For them, finding ways to save becomes more of a 

long-term commitment than a short-term challenge. 

What will you do with the money you save? 

If retirement is your priority, consider taking advantage 

of tax-advantaged investments. Employer-sponsored 

retirement plans, such as 401(k)s and 403(b)s, can be a 

great way to save because the money comes out of your 

paycheck before you even see it. Also, as an added incentive, 

some employers offer to match a percentage of your 

contributions. 

For money you may want to access before retirement, 

consider placing the funds in a separate account. When 

the balance hits your target, you may want to move the 

money into investments that offer the potential for higher 

returns. You’ll want to choose vehicles that fit your risk 

tolerance, time horizon, and long-term goals. 

In the pursuit of growing wealth, sound habits can 

be your most valuable asset. Develop the habit of “paying 

yourself first” today. The sooner you begin, the more 

potential your savings may have to grow. 

Kevin Th eissen is the owner of HWC Financial in Ludlow. 

We are all related 

This week’s horoscopes are coming out under the light 

of a void-of-course Scorpio Moon that will remain in that 

state until it turns new and enters Sagittarius on Tuesday, 

Nov. 26. As you all know, we are barreling down on the 

Thanksgiving holiday. 

I find it interesting that Venus, 

also known as ‘The Lesser Benefic,” 

moves into Capricorn right before 

the Christmas and Hanukkah revels. 

Saturn, a.k.a. The Grim Reaper, 

rules Capricorn and among other 

things, is known to be the cosmic 

tightwad. Venus, being a loving, 

joyous, life-affirming and openhearted 

planet, has to put her 

girdle on when she passes through 

Capricorn. Lucky for us, she will be 

out of that bind by Dec. 1. 

This is a tough call because Jupiter, a.k.a. The Greater 

Benefic, will enter Capricorn on Dec. 2. Well known to be 

the planet of largesse and good cheer, there’s an outside 

Horoscopes > 77

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 COLUMNS • 71 

I drove my family into the Blue Ridge Mountains 

this past weekend for a little rest and relaxation 

before the holiday season officially kicks off. We 

stayed at a beautiful establishment 

called the Grove Park Inn, 

which has been around 

since 1913 and has hosted 

everyone from presidents 

to sports heroes to Hollywood 

celebrities. 

I was taken aback that 

the entire inn (which is 

The Movie 

Diary 

By Dom Cioffi 

more like a resort) was 

already decorated for 

Christmas with trees, 

lights, and garlands 

strewn throughout the 

premises. There was 

also a gingerbread sculpture contest taking 

place, so entries were on display in every 

corner of the public areas. I never realized 

how creative people could be with fondant, 

but it’s obvious that the baking material is as 

moldable as clay. 

It rained nonstop on the day we arrived, 

virtually trapping us on the premises. We 

roamed for several hours looking at the 

gingerbread entries and snacking in front of 

the numerous fireplaces that were burning. 

At one point, a staff member saw us 

admiring some hotel artifacts, so she gave 

us an impromptu tour while educating us 

on the establishment’s storied past. Her 

knowledge, combined with her obvious 

love of the hotel, made for a surprisingly 

interesting walk. 

The next day turned out to be beautiful, which was 

fortuitous since we had planned to hike into the mountains. 

However, as we were about to leave, my wife 

informed me that she had a surprise: unbeknownst 

to me, she had hired a tour guide to take us on some 

nearby hikes. 

I was mortified. I don’t know why, but I’ve always abhorred 

the idea of being led around by 

a guide. I think it has to do with growing 

up in a resort area and seeing tourists 

learning about things that I found painfully 

uninteresting. 

I have no real reason to be turned off 

by this and, in fact, it goes against everything 

I believe in since I’ve always said 

that the fastest way to understand or 

excel at anything is to find people who 

are experts and mimic them. 

I agreed to go along with the guided 

hike simply because the woman at the 

hotel the prior day had impressed me so 

much with her intellect and passion. 

We met our hiking guide at the front of the hotel 

and within minutes of meeting him, I was drawn to 

his personality. He was charming and charismatic and 

quickly had our attention as he began his lecture about 

the history of the town and its beginnings. 

Over the next several hours, our guide drove us 

through the mountains and then walked us into the 

woods to see glorious views and beautiful topography, 

all while educating us on the flora and fauna of the local 

environment. 

The more I listened to him the more I became enamored 

with the world he had spent his lifetime learning 

about. But what really amazed me was that my son was 

equally transfixed by his stories. Anyone who can hold 

the attention of my surly teenager is obviously good at 

what they do. 

By the end of the day, I was tired but filled with 

Tour de Force 

Anyone who 

can hold the 

attention of my 

surly teenager 

is obviously 

good at what 

they do. 

curiosity about the area I was visiting. I was also a new 

fan to the idea of guided tours. I got so much more out 

of having our guide with us that I would have never 

picked up on my own or through reading Wikipedia 

after the fact. 

The next day, we planned to go ziplining in the 

mountains. As it turns out, the area 

we were visiting was home to one of 

the most thrilling zipline tours in the 

country. On the advice of a friend, I had 

signed up even though ziplining was 

nothing I was particularly interested in. 

As it happened, the zipline experience 

also featured a guided tour. And 

wouldn’t you know it – the guy leading 

our group was a consummate professional. 

He took great care in making 

sure we were safe while also teaching us 

about the history of ziplining and the 

local tree growth in the area we were 

visiting. 

So, as much as I cringed at the idea of guided tours, 

I spent three straight days being led around by people 

who were experts in their field. The result was a lot of 

fun and a lot of knowledge gained. Going forward, I’ll 

be much more open to professionals leading the way. 

This week’s film, “The Good Liar,” starring Ian 

McKellen and Helen Mirren is an epic cat and mouse 

game between two “professionals,” each with their own 

agenda that isn’t readily apparent. 

Check this one out if you’re in the mood for a heady, 

somewhat mysterious romp. It may not be the best film 

currently in theaters, but the sneaky ending will definitely 

have you questioning what you were thinking 

about the whole time. 

A “B-” for “The Good Liar.” 

Got a question or comment for Dom? You can email 

him at moviediary@att.net. 

Trees and speed 

One of the specifications included in late summer 

completion of the Cold River Road relocation project, 

thanks to engineer Mark Youngstrom, required the 

planting of trees where the original Cold River Road 

was. Otter Creek Engineering 

prepared the road project plan, 

M&M Construction did the road 

relocation, and Youngstrom 

with Tree Warden Gary Salmon 

got the trees planted. 

Once the old road was removed 

and the site prepared, 10 

trees were planted on Oct. 21. 

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the open landscape, and as a bonus help control traffic 

speed. 

Unlike the original Cold River location, the new 

Cold River Road has a curve in it which by nature 

should encourage drivers to slow down in this quarter 

mile section. 

To further insure that the new road is “safe” 17 bright 

yellow/black traffic signs, two 30 MPH signs, and 30 

smaller white reflectors have been erected to encourage 

sensible driving. However, the view as a driver 

enters the curve is unobstructed, allowing one to see 

any oncoming traffic approaching and largely maintain 

speed. 

These two rows of trees, once established, will help 

block that view during the growing and speeding 

seasons and perhaps place vehicle traffic at the stated 

speed limit. 

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in Rutland City on busiest 

highway in the County. Enjoy 

the benefits of Vermont living: 

skiing, hiking, camping, 

lakes for sailing, fishing, 

boating. $75,000. Call 802- 

775-5066, 802-459-3350, 

802-558-2383. 

ERA MOUNTAIN Real Estate, 

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or call one 

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REAL ESTATE Specializing 

in the Killington region 

for Sales and Listings for 

Homes, Condos & Land 

as well as Winter seasonal 

rentals. Call, email or stop 

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> 

PUZZLES on page 36 

PRESTIGE REAL ESTATE 

of Killington, 2922 Killington 

Rd., Killington. Specializing 

in the listing & 

sales of Killington Condos, 

Homes, & Land. Call 802- 

422-3923. prestigekillington. 

com. 

SKI COUNTRY REAL ES- 

TATE, 335 Killington Rd., Killington. 

802-775-5111. Ski- 

CountryRealEstate.com – 8 

agents servicing: Killington, 

Bridgewater, Mendon, Pittsfield, 

Plymouth, Stockbridge, 

Woodstock areas.Sales & 

Winter Seasonal Rentals. 

Open Monday-Saturday: 10 

am – 4 pm. Sunday by appointment. 

KILLINGTON VALLEY- 44.7 

ACRES - $229,900.00, high 

above the bustle of daily 

life, peaceful views of the 

farm valley below, views of 

city lights, pico, & killington. 

year round stream, room 

to roam, plenty of trails for 

hiking, mountain biking, 

ready to build on with state 

approved septic design, utilities 

at road. close to skiing, 

rutland’s downtown & excellent 

hospital. Call Owner For 

details 802-236-1314 

White Cap Realty Sole 

proprietor serving buyers 

and sellers throughout the 

Killington Valley. Contact 

Jake Pluta at 802-345-5187 

or jake@realwhitecap.com 

FOR SALE - 3 unit apartment 

house. 25 Royce St, 

Rutland. Needs updating, 

close to skiing and lakes, 

rental income. Spend your 

vacation in one. $95,000 

OBO. 802-353-1170 

CROSSWORD PUZZLE 

COMMERCIAL 

SPACE 

COMMERCIAL SPACE 

AVAILABLE with another 

well established business. 

Small or large square footage. 

Close to ski shop, restaurant 

and lodging. Great 

location for any business. 

Call 802-345-5867 

MOUNTAIN GREEN Condominiums 

in Killington has 

commercial space available 

from 300 to 4,000 sq feet for 

retail, food-service, office or 

other commercial ventures. 

Call us to discuss what might 

work for you. 802-779-9144 

FOR SALE 

CAR FOR SALE - 2017 

Toyota Highlander Hybrid 

for sale. Great condition! 

$30,000 or best offer. Call 

Brooke 971-801-5788. 

MASTER BEDROOM furniture: 

Dresser, bureau, 2 

night tables. Frank, 802-353- 

8177. $100. 

FIREWOOD for sale, we 

stack. Rudi, 802-672-3719. 

PIRELLI SNOW TIRES. 

Four 235/60/R18 tires. Used 

one winter season. Call 

Dotty 802-342-6150 

BEAUTIFUL MAHOGA- 

NY FURNITURE. Matching 

4-piece bedroom set. 

Full/Queen sleigh bed with 

mattresses. A 7-foot long 

chest of drawers w/ full 

length mirrors. High boy 

chest of six-drawers and 

also night stand. Beautiful 

condition, must see. $1400. 

802-417-2774. First come, 

first served. 

SUDOKU 

BLIZZAK SNOW TIRES. 

18 inch. 255/60R18. 2105 

Mazda CX9. Used one season. 

$150. 508-208-6800. 

FREE 

FREE LOWREY electric 

organ MX2. 802-417-5131. 

FREE REMOVAL of scrap 

metal & car batteries. Matty, 

802-353-5617. 

SERVICES 

CHIMNEYS CLEANED, 

lined, built, repaired. 802- 

349-0339. 

BEAUREGARD PAINTING, 

30 years experience, 802- 

436-1337. 

SNOW SHOVELING roofs, 

walkways, etc. 802-558- 

6172. 

WANTED 

HIGHEST PRICES PAID 

- Back home in Vermont 

and hope to see new and 

returning customers for the 

purchase, sale and qualified 

appraisal of coins, currency, 

stamps, precious metals in 

any form, old and high quality 

watches and time pieces, 

sports and historical items. 

Free estimates. No obligation. 

Member ANA, APS, 

NAWCC, New England Appraisers 

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Barnard 802-775-0085

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 CLASSIFIEDS • 73 

Found 

FOREVER HOME found. 

Lexi the 6-year-old Golden 

Retriever that was found after 

being abanonded by her 

previous owner has found 

a fur-ever home after an 

outpouring of support came 

from the classified ran here 

last week. Thank you to all 

who called! At my new furever 

home, I have 20-acres 

of land to play and an 8-yearold 

golden retriever sister. I 

couldn’t be happier! 

EMPLOYMENT 

PUB/PREP COOK needed. 

Call Inn at Long Trail for interview. 

802-775-7181. 

PART TIME Waitstaff needed 

at Drewski’s. Please call 

802-422-3816, email or stop 

in for an application. 

MOGULS SPORTS PUB 

help wanted: waitstaff, kitchen 

staff, line-cook, bartender, 

dishwasher, doorperson. 

Apply in person at Moguls 

M-F, on the Killington Access 

Road. 802-422-4777. 

RESERVATIONIST/OFFICE 

ASSISTANT -- The Killington 

Group is looking for a 

detail-oriented individual 

to join our busy rental and 

property management office. 

The ideal candidate will 

possess excellent written/ 

verbal communication and 

computer skills, the ability 

to multi-task and prioritize 

work, and a strong focus on 

customer service. Responsibilities 

include responding 

to lodging requests, 

booking rentals, greeting 

guests, handling phone 

calls, and clerical tasks. 

Full Time Email resume 

to gail@killingtongroup.com 

802-422-2300 

PART TIME RESERVA- 

TIONIST/Office Assistant 

- The Killington Group is 

seeking an individual with 

excellent written/verbal communication 

skills, computer 

skills, and a strong focus on 

customer service. Responsibilities 

include preparing 

arrival packets, responding 

to lodging requests, 

booking rentals, greeting 

guests, handling phone 

calls, and clerical tasks. 

Part-time, seasonal, weekends 

required Email resume 

to gail@killingtongroup.com 

802-422-2300 

SNOWMAKING Killington 

Resort is now hiring. All positions. 

Training, uniforms, 

perks provided. Visit www. 

killington.com/jobs to view 

all open positions or our 

Welcome Center at 4763 

Killington Rd. (800) 300- 

9095 EOE. 

CASHIER: A.M. preferable. 

PT/FT/Year round. Competitive 

wage. Killington. Please 

call 802-558-0793. 

KILLINGTON SKI PATROL- 

NEW OPPORTUNITIES! 

Killington is looking for individuals 

interested in keeping 

our mountain and guests 

safe. Visit www.killington. 

com/jobs to view all open 

positions or our Welcome 

Center at 4763 Killington Rd. 

(800)300-9095 EOE 

KILLINGTON RESORT 

COOKS- Killington Resort, 

all skill levels, multiple locations. 

Uniforms, free meal 

and other perks provided. 

Visit www.killington.com/jobs 

o view all open positions or 

our Welcome Center at 4763 

Killington Rd. (800)300-9095 

EOE 

KILLINGTON RESORT 

HOUSEKEEPING- Killington 

Resort is looking for 

energetic people to become 

a part of our housekeeping 

team. Condo’s and Killington 

Grand now hiring. Visit 

www.killington.com/jobs to 

view all open positions or 

our Welcome Center at 4763 

Killington Rd. (800)300-9095 

EOE 

DELI: Sandwich/Prep cook. 

Experience would be great, 

but if you enjoy working with 

food, we will train. Competitive 

wage. Please call 802- 

558-0793. 

KILLINGTON DELI/Vt Liquor 

Outlet is hiring for deli/ 

liquor store help. Year-round 

position, M-F. Access to ski 

pass. Apply in person at Killington 

Deli, Route 4. 

SEEKING MOTIVATED 

NEAT- freak with transportation 

for house and condo 

cleaning in Killington/Mendon 

area. Hours are flexible 

10-30 hours per week, but 

must work some weekend. 

Pay based on experience. 

Call Jeremy 802-773-2301 

NORTH COUNTRY Property 

Management looking 

for hard working individuals 

to join our team. Full-time 

position providing building 

and grounds maintenance 

for properties in the Rutland/ 

Killington, VT area. Must 

have valid drivers license 

and be able to work overtime 

during winter months 

for snow removal. Contact 

Jim at 802-773-4322 for 

interview. 

SNOW PLOW DRIVERS - 

and laborers needed ASAP. 

Mosher Excavating. Killington. 

802-422-3146 

BARTENDER NEEDED, 

PT Evenings for Pinnacle 

Spa Bar in Killington. $12/ 

hr+tips. If interested email 

pinnaclevtpropmgmt@outlook.com 

or call 802-345- 

1918 for details 

HOUSE CLEANER NEED- 

ED: - House Cleaner needed 

to clean condo at TopRidge 

Condominiums. $25/Hour 

Primarily Monday mornings 

and some other days. Must 

be flexible. Please email: 

saltair777@gmail.com 

MANAGER AND/OR AS- 

SISTANT - for busy resort 

health club. Management 

experience a must. Water 

facility management important. 

Seasonal. Weekends 

and holidays. Also looking 

for attendants. Call Mike @ 

802-779-9144. 

MOUNTAIN GREEN 

HEALTH club in Killington 

has immediate openings 

for attendants. Part time/ 

full time seasonal. Flexible 

hours. Great job for 

happy people. Call Mike 

802-779-9144. Mike@ 

mountaingreenresort.com. 

attendants. Call Mike @ 

802-779-9144. 

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or call 802- 

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The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 SERVICE DIRECTORY • 75 

#1 RENTAL AND MANAGEMENT OFFICE 

IN KILLINGTON FOR 45+ YEARS 

- INCREASED RENTAL REVENUE 

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FOR OWNERS WHO RENT THEMSELVES 

By Kevin Duniho, courtesy Vermont Huts Association 

Pittsfield’s Shrek’s Cabin will now be part of the Vermont Huts network and be available for overnight bookings. 

Vermont Huts adds Shrek’s Cabin 

in Pittsfield to its network 

PITTSFIELD—New for this season, 

the Vermont Huts Association has announced 

that the Shrek’s Mountaintop 

Stone Hut will be joining its network of 

seven huts across Vermont. 

The cabin, which sleeps two to four 

and is located on the summit of a small 

mountain in the Green Mountain 

Trails network in Pittsfield, features a 

wood stove, fire pits and views. 

Located just off 25 miles of flowy 

mountain bike trails on property 

Rutland stuffs 

the bus 

By Ed Larson 

Students and faculty of Rutland’s Mount Saint Joseph 

Academy pulled together to collect 2,644 food items, 

which were transported to the downtown Rutland shopping 

plaza and provided to the Stuff-A-Bus holiday food 

campaign. 

The food will go to assist the BROC food shelf and 

other community food shelves over the holiday period. 

owned by Spartan Race founder Joe 

DeSena, the stone cabin is a short 

half-mile hike or skin up from the 

closest trailhead. Reservations for 

the 2020 season will open by the end 

of 2019. Located between Killington 

and Rochester, the hut could serve as 

a stopover on the proposed Velomont 

trail, a route that would eventually link 

trails from Killington to Stowe. 

The cost to book Shrek’s Mountaintop 

Stone Hut (via vermonthuts.org) is 

$65 a night. 

“We’re also exploring the idea of 

locating a hut or yurt somewhere on 

Bolton Valley’s property and, possibly, 

another one in Huntington,” said RJ 

Thompson, executive director for Vermont 

Huts. “It’s exciting to witness the 

new energy and creative thinking up 

there at Bolton Valley. If a hut makes 

sense for all parties involved, we’ll do 

our best to make it happen,” added 

Thompson. 

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The annual Stuff-A-Bus campaign gains 2,644 food items from the Mount Saint Joseph food drive held Nov. 8-10. 

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76 • REAL ESTATE 


Pittsfield - Classic Austrian chalet, with all features 

you’d expect in a vintage ski chalet - post & beam 

construction w/exposed beams on the upper level, 

massive natural fieldstone fireplaces in the living 

room & family room, wraparound deck, upper 

balcony, a full wet bar w/natural, live edge wood 

slab bar top and an open living/dining/kitchen on the 

main level and 6BR/4BA, that’s ideal for entertaining 

- $269,000 

802.775.5111 • 335 Killington Rd. • Killington, VT 05751 

WEST PARK ROAD 

• 4BR/3BA, 4,200 Sq.ft. 

• Hot Tub Rm+bar area 

• Stainless appliances 

• Laundry rm, sauna 

• Large deck 

• Easy access $599K 

Celebrating 

30 years! 

THE LODGES - SKI IN & OUT 

• 1-LVL 3BR/3BA, Furnished & 

equipped, Wash/Dryer, patio 

• Gas fplc, gas range, gas heat 

• Mud-entry w/ cubbies+bench 

• Double vanity, jet tub, 

• Common: Indr pool $449K 

Pittsfield – Timberframe 4BR/3BA cape on mostly 

wooded, 18 acres. New covered front porch, open 

kitchen/dining area w/exposed hand-hewn posts 

& beams repurposed from the original barn in the 

1800s. Gracious living room on the north and deck 

w/wonderful views on the south. New upgrades, 

including vinyl plank flooring, bathroom vanity & 

fixtures, several windows, septic tank, 8 yr old roof 

and finished walkout w/in-law suite - $259,000 

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Pittsfield – Unique 4BR/3BA residence of exceptional 

quality. Surrounded by miles of protected lands, w/ 

private nature paths or connect to the extensive 

network of old roads and trails in the Green Mountain 

National Forest. A stones’ throw from Vermont’s 

VAST trail network, enjoy hiking, biking, snowshoeing 

and snowmobiling right from your door. The house 

has been extensively remodeled with top-of-the-line 

materials and carefully selected blends of regional 

woods. Offered fully furnished with high end furniture 

and accessories - $389,000 

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SKI OR BIKE HOME - SHUTTLE 

HIGHRIDGE 

• 2BR/2BA: $219,900 

• 2BR/2BA: $240K 

• woodburning fireplace 

• Indoor pool/outdoor whirlpool 

* furnished & equipped 

SINGLE FAMILY - PITTSFIELD 

• 3BR/1.5BA, 1.8 Ac 

• 1,512 sq. ft. 

• Wood stove 

• Workbench room 

• Laundry 

• $205K 

KILLINGTON GATEWAY- TOP/END UNIT 

• 2BR/1BA, 974 sf, on one level 

• gas heat & fplc, tiled kitch &BA flrs 

• Cath ceiling w/ sky lt, open flr plan 

• Cherry kitchen cabinets, AC 

• Covered deck, private ski locker 

• furnished & equipped $125,000 

LOCATION & TRAIL VIEWS 

5BR, 3.5BA, Landscaped 3AC, Pond 

• Flat paved driveway, hot tub-gazebo 

• heated o/sized 2-car garage 

• fieldstone fireplace, 

• Viking appliances 

• walk-out unfinished basemt 

$1,150,000 

KILLINGTON CTR INN & SUITES 

• Completely Renovated 2BR/3BA 

w/one LOCK-OFF unit 

• Stone-faced gas f/plc, W/Dryer 

• Tiled floor to ceiling shower 

• Outdr Pool. Short walk to shuttle & 

to restaurant. Furnished $222K 

PITTSFIELD – JUST LIKE NEW! 

• 3BR/4BA, 2-car garage w/loft 

• Southern exposure, yr-rd views 

• Recreation rm + home office rm 

• Exercise room + laundry room 

• Furnished & equipped $459K 

MOUNTAINSIDE DEVELOPMT HOME 

• 3 en-suite bedrooms + two ½-baths 

• Living Rm floor to ceiling stone fplace 

• Family gameroom w/ fireplace 

• Chef’s kitchen,sauna, whirlpl tub 

• 3 extra separately deeded lots incl. 

• www.109mountainsidedrive.org 

• $1,295,000 

WINTER VIEWS OF SUPERSTAR! 

• On cul-de-sac, great LOCATION! 

• 3BR, 2.5 3,470 sf, a/conditioning 

• Ctl vac, chef’s kitch, butler’s pantry 

• Cedar closet, office, master suite 

• 3 car garage, storage, screened porch 

• Deck, unfinished basemt,++ 

$789,500 

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STRONG RENTAL OPPORTUNITY! $1,600,000 

ATTN KILLINGTON INVESTORS! 

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2 acres consists of a main building w/11,440 sq. ft. on 3 levels w/elevator. Direct 

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RARE OPPORTUNITY! ULTIMATE RETREAT! Ideal 

Short Term Rental Property! 27+ acres w/amazing views 

abutting National Forest Land, 2 spring fed swimming 

ponds, gazebo w/power & end of road location. Special 

property has a main farmhouse, 3 level barn, guest 

house, an enchanting seasonal cottage, 3 car detached 

garage & so much more! $699K 

3 UNITS INVESTMENT OPP! PRIME SPOT 

WOODSTOCK VILLAGE overlooking the 

Ottauquechee River! Walk to everything! Zoned 

Res/ Lt Comm w/ zoning for 11 parking spaces! 

Ideal property to live & work onsite or use as a multifamily. 

Property consists of a Main House w/ 2 Units 

& detached converted open studio! 

Strong rental potential! $595K 

MINUTES TO KILLINGTON! Open concept 

3 bed/ 1.5 bath log home, 2+ acres across 

from the White River. New kitchen & refinished 

pine floors. Includes large warehouse w/lots of 

storage. Ideal property for builder/contractor or 

onsite business. $179K

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 REAL ESTATE • 77 

> 

Horoscopes: Jupiter ushers in largesse and good cheer. 

from page 70 

like to keep in mind is that 

our prayers go beyond what 

we do to honor the nuclear 

family. At the end of the 

day, we are all related—the 

Native American people 

understand this. They 

chance that this could 

diminish Saturn’s miserly, 

tightwad potential but, who 

knows? Sometimes Jupiter 

rings up huge expenses and 

the money just flies out the 

window. With both benefics 

in Scrooge’s domain 

it’s quite possible 

that we will be 

crimped emotionally 

and financially, 

enough to tighten 

up our heartstrings, 

as well as our purse 

strings up until the Winter 

Solstice. 

As you well know, I don’t 

like to use these intros to 

make mass predictions. For 

me, it’s like pouring from 

the empty into the void, 

an occupation that wastes 

both my time and yours. 

Well it’s that time of year. 

The Sun just moved into 

Sagittarius and Thanksgiving 

is right around the 

corner. This holiday has 

brought me back East to be 

with my kids for a bit. 

Thanksgiving in New 

England has a much different 

vibe than it does out 

in Indian country. As we 

sit down to perform the 

customary rituals, what I 

Sometimes Jupiter 

rings up huge expenses 

and the money just flies 

out the window. 

have a phrase, “Mitakuye 

Oyasin,” that captures this 

concept and a prayer to go 

with it; here is that prayer 

– it comes from the Lakota 

traditions. Let me leave you 

with that, wish you a happy 

Thanksgiving, and invite 

you to take what you can 

from this week’s ‘scopes. 

Mitakuye Oyasin 

To the Creator, for the 

ultimate gift of life, I thank 

you. 

To the mineral nation 

that has built and maintained 

my bones and all 

foundations of life experience, 

I thank you. 

To the plant nation that 

sustains my organs and 

body and gives me healing 

herbs for sickness, I thank 

you. 

To the animal nation 

that feeds me from your own 

flesh and offers your loyal 

companionship in this walk 

of life, I thank you. 

To the human nation 

that shares my 

path as a soul upon 

the sacred wheel of 

Earthly life, I thank 

you. 

To the Spirit nation 

that guides me 

invisibly through the ups 

and downs of life and for 

carrying the torch of light 

through the Ages. I thank 

you. 

To the Four Winds of 

Change and Growth, I thank 

you. 

You are all my relations, 

my relatives, without whom 

I would not live. We are in 

the circle of life together, 

co-existing, co-dependent, 

co-creating our destiny. 

One, not more important 

than the other. One nation 

evolving from the other and 

yet each dependent upon 

the one above and the one 

below. All of us a part of the 

Great Mystery. 

Thank you for this Life. 

72 Windrift Ridge Road, Killington $ 575,000 

This unique, 3 bdrm , 3 bath, modern home, situated 

on a wooded lot overlooking nearby Pico Mountain 

Ski area, offers unexpected privacy and stunning 

mountain views. 

4552 VT Route 107, Stockbridge $129,000 

Many opportunities for this home located minutes to I-89 

and 20 min drive to Killington. Excellent rental history, 

recently renovated improvements including a new 

standing seam metal roof, windows, doors, and more. 

Grow Your Life in Killington 

KILLINGTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE 

Bret Williamson, Broker, Owner 

REDUCED 

Tanglewood 298 Prior Drive, Drive, Killington Killington $ 1,2000,000 $529,000 

Fully This 4934 furnished square 4BR, foot, 3-bath exquisitely home features detailed a large Tudor open style floor 

plan, home entertainment is a class by oriented itself. kitchen/living A five bedroom area home, w/ gas fireplace 

surrounded & large by deck. the Lower grandeur level features of the green 3BR & mountains. 2-BA, washer/ 

dryer, large entry & a newly constructed 4-car heated garage. 

Cricket Hill, $ 

Stage Road, Killington 555,000$499,000 

This 4-br 4-bedroom, 3-bath home 4-bath is minutes home to with Killington inground Resort pool in a tranquil is a 

location ten minute on over drive 4 acres. from 2 Killington wood burning Resort fireplaces, with stunning hardwood 

floors, views cherry of Pico cabinets, Mountain. kitchen The island, competitively 4-season sunroom, priced 2 home, living 

rooms, is being finished sold furnished. basement, home office and two garages. 

View all properties @killingtonvalleyrealestate.com 

Office 802-422-3610 ext 206 Cell 802-236-1092 bret@killingtonvalleyrealestate.com 

“It’s All About Performance” 

1810 Killington Road • Killington, VT 05751 • www.vthomes.com 

email: info@vthomes.com • P: 800-338-3735 • F: 802-422-3320 

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PRICE REDUCED!! This renovated 3 bd, 3 ba home is centrally 

located to Killington, Okemo, and Woodstock. Extensive 

renovations and additions have been completed, totaling more 

than $ 200,000, making this property a great value. Open floor 

plan, a beautiful country kitchen/dining area, vaulted ceilings, 

hand carved beams; living room, stone hearth, wood burning 

stove. First floor master bedroom with many updates. On-site 

pond! Experience country living at its best. This is a unique 

Vermont property that is definitely worthy of your attention and 

viewing. MLS #4746605 / $299,000 

Our Professional Staff 

2 

Charming, spacious, 3 level 4 bedroom, 3 bath contemporary 

colonial home with balcony overlooking massive floor to 

ceiling stone fireplace, beautiful vaulted wood ceilings, and 

elegant tile baths. Wonderful, easy flow floor plan with colorful 

decor, high quality open kitchen design with stainless steel 

appliances, black granite tile counter tops, and rich wood 

cabinets. Large multi-level back deck with hot tub. Many 

possibilities for the unfinished ground floor space. Ten minutes 

to skiing at Killington, with the Green Mountain National Golf 

Course across the street. MLS #4748204 / $429,000 

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3 

This 4 acre parcel of land is zoned commercial. It has wonderful 

views of Pico Ski Resort. It is located directly across from Pico 

ski area and is on Route 4. The access would be on Route 4 and 

is a very desirable property. Sewer ERUs are available for sale. 

Great views, Great Location and great Price. 

MLS #4447476 / $199,500 

Wonderful level building lot in the highly desirable Robinwood development, 

across the street from Pico Ski Resort. Nice winter seasonal views of Pico 

Mountain and the surrounding mountains. Lot includes one share in the 

Robinwood sewer pipeline for a 3 bedroom home. An Alpine sewer pipeline share 

would need to be purchased by the buyer. Just minutes to Killington Ski Resort. 

MLS #4739754 / $63,000 

Augie Stuart 

Principal Broker 

Gary Thompson 

Associate Broker 

Cathy Quaglia 

Associate Broker

78 • REAL ESTATE 


A Gallery Of Homes: Gentleman Farms, 

Stately Homes, Homes With Big Acreage, Land 

Contact Freddie Ann Bohlig for more information on these properties 

at 802.353.1804 or FreddieAnn.Bohlig@FourSeasonsSIR.com 

VERMONT OASIS-10 ACRE-ENTERTAINMENT BARN 

A Vermont Oasis offering English style gardens, captivating views, custom stone wall accents, and an 

upscale entertainment barn, cabana pool, tennis court, and lush grounds. 

RUTLAND TOWN, VT | $1,695,000 | MLS#4705360 

CUSTOM CONTEMPORARY-MAGICAL VIEWS-ACRES 

BELLA VISTA is a home thoughtfully designed to take in the serenity of our beautiful natural resources; 

mountains and meadows. Stunning Contemporary Style is truly impressive. 

PITTSFORD, VT | $1,190,000 | MLS#4776875 

RENOVATED FARMHOUSE ON 383 ACRES 

REDUCED BY $100,000! Family owned since 1940 this 

quintessential Vermont Gentleman’s Farm. Extensively 

restored lovely 1830 farmhouse with several barns. 

SHREWSBURY, VT | $898,500 | MLS#4737657 

RESTORED FARMHOUSE-POOL-TENNIS COURT 

Mini Estate, private 6.15 acres, bordering a brook, lush 

landscaping, perennial gardens make this a private oasis. 

Minutes to Killington Ski area. 

RUTLAND TOWN, VT | $695,000 | MLS#4708736 

PARADISE-GREAT HOME-90 ACRES-POND-TRAILS 

Travel through a covered bridge and you will find a 90-acre 

paradise. Acorn designed Post and Beam with passive solar 

gain. Western views, 12’spring fed pond, barns and trails! 

SHREWSBURY, VT | $659,000 | MLS#4732708 

ADIRONDACK STYLE-57 ACRES-PRIVATE 

PARADISE AWAITS AT THIS MOUNTAIN RETREAT. Over 57 

acres of privacy and views of White Rocks National Park, 

bordering Green Mountain National Park, and Long Trail. 

WALLINGFORD, VT | $479,000 | MLS#4778187 

CRAFTSMAN STYLE-12 ACRES-POND-VAST TRAIL 

Custom built in 2014. 12 acres, total privacy and direct 

access to the VAST trail. Minutes to the Mountain Top 

Inn and the Chittenden Reservoir. 

CHITTENDEN, VT | $475,000 | MLS#4777749 

MINUTES TO SKI AREAS-PRIVATE-GRAND ROOMS 

Majestic custom built colonial on a private lot. Beautiful 

great-room and graceful circular driveway. Minutes to ski 

and Lake areas. Barstow school and choice town. 

MENDON, VT | $447,500 | MLS#4706445 

RUTLAND TOWN CAPE WITH ACREAGE 

SUGARWOOD HILL-Cape style enhanced by a vaulted 

ceiling, beams, and a huge brick fireplace. Gorgeous 5.3 

acres. Enjoy a new addition and screened porch! 

RUTLAND TOWN, VT | $399,000 | MLS#4774900 

SERIOUS CURB APPEAL-BRICK FLOOR-CHARMING 

This Colonial-style home offers serious curb appeal, lovely 

architecture, a stylish detached garage, and a charming 

courtyard side covered porch entrance! Stylish interior. 

RUTLAND CITY, VT | $369,000 | MLS#4777445 

85 NORTH MAIN STREET | RUTLAND | 802.774.7007 | FourSeasonsSIR.com 

Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated.

The Mountain Times • Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, 2019 Dreamy 3BR log cabin REAL sited ESTATE on • 79 

peaceful semi-wooded lot 

overlooking golf course 

$409,000 

Cozy Log Home 

Cozy Cozy Log Home 

Dreamy 3BR log cabin sited 

Dreamy on peaceful 3BR log semi-wooded cabin sited lot on 

peaceful overlooking semi-wooded golf course lot 

Dreamy 

overlooking 

3BR $409,000 log cabin 

golf course 

sited on 

peaceful semi-wooded $409,000 lot 


$409,000 Ridgetop Estates 

Prestige Real Estate of ofKillington 

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This stunning 4700 square foot log home features an 

open floor plan, lots of natural light and spectacular 

mountain views. 4-bedrooms, 5-baths, 2 living spaces, 

This stunning & 4700 2-car garage. square $1,299,000 foot log home features 

an open floor plan, lots of natural light and 

This 

spectacular 

stunning 

mountain 

4700 square 

views. 

foot 

4-bedrooms, 

log home 

5-baths, 

features 

2 

6BR 4BA home located in the heart 

6BR of the 4BA Killington home basin. located Duplicate in the 

heart upper of the & lower Killington layouts basin. with 

Duplicate 

6BR 4BA common upper 

home entry & 

located 

lower $499,000 layouts 

in the 

with heart common of the Killington entry $499,000 basin. 

Duplicate upper & lower layouts 

with common entry $499,000 

Beautiful family home with 2-car 

Beautiful garage family on 15+ home acres with near 2-car Green 

garage Mountain on 15+ National acres near Golf Green Course 


Beautiful 

National 

family $699,000 home 

Golf Course 

with 2-car 

garage on $699,000 15+ acres near Green 

Mountain National Golf Course 

The Vistas $699,000 

The Vistas 

heart of the Killington basin. garage o 

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$409,000 

with common entry $499,000 

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7.8 acres on Trailside Ottauquechee 

Village 

7.8 acres on 

River, 7.8 Ottauquechee acres qualifies on for Ottauquechee 

River, 4BR 

septic River, qualifies $95K qualifies for 4BR for septic 4BR 

$95K 

septic $95K 

.94 acres .94 acres in in Killington basin 

w/driveway, basin w/driveway, 

.94 acres well Killington & septic well & 

Beautiful basin craftsman styl 

septic installed $115K 


single family home in sk 

installed w/driveway, $115Kwell & septic Private hot tub. Fully furn 

living spaces, & 2-car This garage. 10 large acres 1-bedroom $1,299,000 in Killington 

condo features easy amenities. ski in Views! Sta Th 

installed ski North out access, w/shared $115K 2 decks, a sauna, septic a private hot locat 

10 acres $125K tub in and Killington efficient gas fireplace. North 

flat pr 

$145,000 

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property values a 

10 10 acres in in Killington North 

High Ridge 

w/shared basin w/5B septic Visit septic www.prestigekil 

$125K permit 

10 acres $198K in Killington basin 

Trailside w/5B Village septic permit $198K Northside 

10 

.9 acres in Mountainside 

Killington basin 

Ski home! Connect to 

.9 

w/5B 

acres Killington septic 

in Mountainside 

wastewater permit $198K 

system $285K 

Ski home! Connect to 

Killington .9 acres wastewater in Mountainside 

Private 

Beautiful 

hot 

craftsman 

tub. Fully furnished. 

style 4-bedroom 

Use of Sunrise 

Representing the best property 4.5-bath Ski home! Connect to 


single 

amenities. values 

family 

Views! 

home in 

Starting at the 

ski in ski 

at best $1,249,000 ski resort system in High the Ridge 

$285K East is an Adirondack style complex 

living spaces, & 2-car garage. $1,299,000 

out community. 

Visit www.prestigekillington.com 

Private hot tub. Fully furnished. Use of Sunrise 

Killington wastewater 


amenities. Views! Starting at $1,249,000 

This large 1-bedroom condo system features easy $194,900 

$285K ski in - $259,000 

ski out access, 2 decks, a sauna, a private hot 

Representing the best property values at the best ski resort in the East 

tub and efficient gas fireplace. 

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Northside 

Sunrise condos 

$145,000 

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values at the best ski High Ridge resort in the East 

Trailside Village Visit www.prestigekillington.com 

Northside 


spectacular mountain views. 4-bedrooms, 5-baths, 2 

www.prestigekillington.com 

The Vistas 

Beautiful craftsman style 4-bedroom 4.5-bath single 

family home in ski in ski out community. Private hot tub. 

Fully furnished. Use of Sunrise amenities. Views! 

Beautiful craftsman Starting style at $1,249,000 4-bedroom 4.5-bath 

single family home in ski in ski out community. 

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Cozy Log Home Single family or duplex 50 

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6BR 4BA home located in the 

offering shuttle services to/from the mountain. 

Four 2-bedroom layouts from which to choose 

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hea 

This multi-level 2-bedroom 2-b 

located directly across from Pico 

flat private entry and spacious acc 

$149,000 

The Woods 

Trailside Village 

This recently remodeled 1-bedroom 

condo features new flooring, 

countertops, & furnishings. 

Ready for immediate use! 

$134,000 

High Ridge 

This multi-level 2-bedroom 2-bath 

condo is located directly across from 

Pico. It features a flat private entry and 

spacious accommodations. $149,000 

The Woods 

Northside 

Sunrise Village offers ski in ski out 

access and a full complement of 

amenities. Two 3-bedroom 2-bath 

condos from which to choose 

$269,000, $294,000 

The Lodges 


Kaitlyn Hummel 

Co-owner 

High Ridge is an Adirondack style complex 

offering shuttle services to/from the mountain. 

Four 2-bedroom layouts from which to choose 

$194,900 - $259,000 

2922 Killington Road 

802.422.3923 

Heidi Bome 

Co-own 

This 3-bedroom 3.5-bath 1800 

townhome features wood floorin 

heat on the lower level. Beautif 

$289,000 

This large 1-bedroom condo features easy ski in This multi-level 2-bedroom 2-bath condo is Sunrise Village offers ski in ski out access and a 

ski out access, 2 decks, a sauna, a private hot located directly across from Pico. It features a 

full complement of amenities. 


flat private entry and spacious accommodations. 

1-bedroom 1-bath $149,000 

$145,000 

This large 1-bedroom condo features easy ski in 

$149,000 

This multi-level 2-bedroom 2-bath condo is 


Sunrise Village offers ski in ski out access and a 

ski out access, 2 decks, High Ridge a sauna, a private hot located directly The across Woods from Pico. It features a 

full The complement Lodges of amenities. 


flat private entry and spacious accommodations. 


High Ridge is an Adirondack style 

complex offering shuttle $145,000 services to/from 

This 3-bedroom 3.5-bath 1800 square 

This beautiful 3-bedroom 3-bath 

$149,000 


the mountain. Four 2-bedroom layouts 

foot townhome features wood flooring 

condo has ski in ski out access, cherry 

from which 

High 

to choose 

and radiant heat on the lower level. 

cabinets & flooring, and granite Kaitlyn kitchen Hummel 

Heidi Bomengen 

Ridge 

The Woods 

The Lodges 

$194,900 - $259,000 

Beautiful amenities. $289,000 

counters & vanities. Close to all 

Co-owner 

Sunrise 

Co-owner 

amenities. $449,000

WORLD CUP 

EVENT SCHEDULE 


FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29 

Marker/Dalbello/Völkl Autograph Signing, 1:30 p.m., Peak Performance Sports 

Bliz Vara Swedish Team Autograph Signing, 2:00 p.m., Mahogany Ridge 

Rossignol Autograph Signing, 4:00 p.m., Peak Performance Sports 

Live Music: DJ Trizz 4:00 p.m. , Recycled Percussion, 4:30 p.m. K-1 Lodge 

Athlete Bib Presentation, 5:45 p.m. Fireworks immediately following 

TGR’s Winterland Movie Premier, 7:00 p.m., Snowshed Lodge 

Shred Optics Autograph Signing, 7:30 p.m., Killington Sports Rt 4 

2019 

WORLD 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 

CUP 

EVENT SCHEDULE 

Opening Parade, 9:00 a.m. 

Giant Slalom Run 1, 9:45 a.m. 

Live Music: DJ Logic, immediately following Run 1 

Giant Slalom Run 2, 1:00 p.m. 

Awards, immediately following Run 2 

Live Music: Grace Potter, immediately following awards 

Warren Miller’s Timeless Movie Premier, 7:00 p.m., Snowshed Lodge 

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29 

SUNDAY, Marker/Dalbello/Völkl DECEMBER Autograph 1 Signing, 1:30 p.m., Peak Performance Sports 

Opening Bliz Vara Parade, Swedish 9:00 Team a.m. Autograph Signing, 2:00 p.m., Mahogany Ridge 

Slalom Rossignol Run Autograph 1, 9:45 a.m. Signing, 4:00 p.m., Peak Performance Sports 

Live Music: Twiddle, DJ Trizz 4:00 immediately p.m. , Recycled following Percussion, Run 1 4:30 p.m. K-1 Lodge 

Slalom Athlete Run Bib 2, Presentation, 1:00 p.m. 5:45 p.m. Fireworks immediately following 

Awards, TGR’s Winterland immediately Movie following Premier, Run 7:00 2 p.m., Snowshed Lodge 

Shred Optics Autograph Signing, 7:30 p.m., Killington Sports Rt 4 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 


Giant Slalom Run 1, 9:45 a.m. 

Live Music: DJ Logic, immediately following Run 1 

Giant Slalom Run 2, 1:00 p.m. 

Awards, immediately following Run 2 

Live Music: Grace Potter, immediately following awards 

Warren Miller’s Timeless Movie Premier, 7:00 p.m., Snowshed Lodge 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 


Slalom Run 1, 9:45 a.m. 

Live Music: Twiddle, immediately following Run 1 

Slalom Run 2, 1:00 p.m. 

Awards, immediately following Run 2

Mountain Times - Volume 48, Number 48: Nov. 27-Dec. 3, 2019

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