Ski Season Checklist
Snowfall, opening days, ski racing! It may not quite feel like it in your neck of the woods yet but winter is here in Vermont. Are you prepared? If…
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Stay, Snowboard, and Play at Smugglers’ Notch
When my daughter Aria and I visited Smugglers’ Notch Resort in 2023 winter was in full swing. A late snowstorm in March…
Vermont Ski Deals for Families
It’s almost winter and that means resorts are rolling out season pass deadlines and special deals on lift tickets and lodging. If you’re lookin…
Take a Hike at Stowe Mountain Resort
The highest peak in Vermont, Mount Mansfield is a popular destination for hiking, especially with the amenities of Stowe …
Family-Friendly Fall Events in Vermont
The temps are dropping fast in Vermont which means winter is just around the corner. But first, Fall. The colors, the apple cider (and cider donuts…
Vermont Family-Friendly Events for Late Summer and Fall
Summer is far from over and there’s still time to enjoy the feeling of grass between your toes and dance to some live music or enjoy a movie unde…
Visiting Vermont Ski Areas Post Flood
On Sunday, when it started drizzling, I must confess I didn’t pay much attention to it. However, on Monday morning, as we were inundated with new…
Family-Friendly Summer Events in Vermont
It’s summer, time for outdoor music, barbecues, and more. We’ve pulled together a list of a few family-friendly summer events to help you kick …
Summertime at Vermont Ski Resorts
The snow has melted, the sun has come out, and now it’s time to head to the mountains for mountain biking, golf, hiking, scenic chairlift rides, and…
First-Timer Snowboard Lessons at Stratton
My daughter, Aria, was stoked and maybe a little nervous about her first-timer snowboard lesson at Stratton. Her nervousness was squelched quickly upon checking in…
Stratton’s One Nighter Package
After an exhilarating evening of tubing at Stratton’s Coca-Cola Tube Park, Mama Rachel and daughter Aria were hungry and ready for some rest. They checked…
Tubing at Stratton’s Coca-Cola Tube Park
If you think mountain resorts are only for skiing and snowboarding, think again. All Mountain Mama Rachel and daughter Aria recently got to experience the…
Vermont Mountain Eats: Okemo Mountain Resort
Okemo Mountain Resort is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders, and it’s not just the slopes that keep visitors coming back. The resort offers…
What’s the Best Age to Teach My Kids to Ski?
What’s the best age to teach my kids to ski or snowboard? This is easily the most common question parents ask us. The answer isn’t…
Learn-to Terrain at Vermont Ski Areas: Northern Vermont, Part 1
Teaching children how to ski and snowboard is no easy gig. That’s why we should leave it to the professionals. (Head here for lesson tips.)…
Learn to Ski and Ride Deals in Vermont
Skiing and snowboarding are two great wintertime options that are multi-generational and can become life-long sports. When my kids were little, I pictured days spent…
The Upside of Skiing in the Rain
Sometimes winter throws us a curveball. We’ve seen crazy storms in December, cold snaps in April, rain in January, and even rainbows in March. Varying…
Family Holiday Events in Vermont
It’s the holiday week in Vermont and that means…..torchlight parades, family activities, and general holiday shenanigans at resorts across Vermont! Planning a visit to Vermont…
Vermont Mountain Eats: Jay Peak
Next stop on Vermont Mountain Eats: Jay Peak Resort, the Top of Vermont and home to fantastic spots for food and drink. Check out what…
Family-Friendly Fall Events in Vermont
It’s fall in Vermont! The leaves are changing and making it a perfect time to get up to the Green (and red, yellow, and orange)…
Take A Hike at Jay Peak
The Mamas are on a mission to hike at each of our favorite resorts across the state, and when two Mama Sarah’s were in Jay,…
Endless Summer at Killington Resort
Killington has an endless array of possibilities when it comes to summer fun, and we got to spend three days taking in the magic. From…
Take a Hike at Killington
The Mamas are on a mission to hike at each of our favorite resorts across the state. The Green Mountains of Vermont do not disappoint…
Vermont Symphony Orchestra at Burke Mountain
My daughter, Neva, loves music. She and her dad have dance parties every morning before we all head our separate ways for the day. What…
Plan a Daycation at Smugglers’ Notch
Summer is a time to revel in the sunshine and outdoors with your family. If you’re looking for something special to do with the little…
Take a Hike at Smuggs
The Green Mountains of Vermont are host to hundreds of amazing hikes. The Mamas are on a mission to try hikes at each of our…
Family-Friendly Summer Events in Vermont
It’s the “off-season” at Vermont ski areas, which means outdoor music, barbecues, and other family-friendly summer events are abound. We pulled together a list of…
Summer Camp is in Session at Vermont Mountain Resorts
School is out for summer and all of my parent friends (including myself) are debating what to do with the kids. Couple your Vermont getaway…
Summer Fun at Vermont Ski Resorts
Summer is Vermont’s time to shine! The snow has melted and blades of green grass are filling up the slopes of Vermont’s ski resorts. This…
Family Spring Events at Vermont Ski Resorts
Spring means longer days, soft snow, and tons of great events as we bring another winter season to a close. We’ve pulled together a list…
Top Food Trucks at Vermont Ski Resorts
The hanger is real people. Whether it’s adults or the little rippers, we all need fuel to keep the turns going. To keep us well…
Learning to Ski at Bromley
“Pizza? I LOVE pizza slices!” Aria said as we loaded up the car in preparation for our trip to Bromley Mountain in Vermont. After explaining to her…
Achieving Ski and Snowboard Lesson Success, Part Two
Congratulations! You’re halfway there. You made the smart decision to sign up your children (or yourself) for ski and snowboard lessons. Now it’s the big…
Achieving Ski and Snowboard Lesson Success, Part One
Ski and snowboard lessons are the single best thing you as a parent can do to set your child up for future success – and…
Four Family-Friendly Fall Events at Vermont Resorts
Peak foliage is just around the corner. Head to one of these great family-friendly fall events before Vermont resorts close up for the season and…
Peak Foliage in Vermont Is Just Around the Corner
It’s one of our favorite times of the year. As the weather chills, we dream about winter and start to don puffy jackets and sip…
The Sunflower House at Billings Farm & Museum
“Do they have cows!?” She asked excitedly over lunch. I didn’t tell my daughter we were going to visit Woodstock’s Billings Farm & Museum until…
Take a Hike at Bolton Valley
If you’re like me, sometimes you’re looking for low-commitment activities that don’t break the bank. Family activities that you can decide to do the day…
Summer Fun at Bromley Mountain Adventure Park
“It’s a FUN FAIR!” my 5 year old daughter excitedly exclaimed as our car crested the hill and rolled down toward the Bromley parking lot.…
Introducing Our Newest All Mountain Mama
Sarah: Rachel Hailey, welcome to All Mountain Mamas. We’re so happy you’re joining us on this adventure into Vermont’s Green Mountains. Help us introduce you to…
Summer in Vermont: Music, Adventure, Mountain Views
The Green Mountain state is opening its arms to visitors this summer, and while we love winter and the snow it brings, summer in Vermont…
Mother’s Day Giveaway
We want to give something back to a few lucky shredding mamas this Mother’s Day. Consider it a thank you for all you do when…
Skiing for All: Vermont’s Adaptive Skiing Programs
Fact: Just about anyone can learn to ski, no matter how they are abled. How do we know this? We’ve learned it from Vermont’s adaptive…
No Fuss and Pure Fun at Northeast Slopes
Northeast Slopes is a place to escape. The off-the-beaten-path ski area is where you won’t find crowded trails, long lift lines, or packed parking lots.…
Warming Up to Après Ski: Your Car as a Base Lodge
When I was in my twenties, early thirties, I barely went into the base lodge. I’d boot up at my car and swing into a…
Sugarbush Base Cabins to Stay Warm this Winter
Winter has finally, fully, arrived in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Snowstorms have been blanketing the slopes, and temperatures have deeply dipped, creating great conditions…
How to Start Cross Country Skiing This Season
Cross country skiing is having a moment. It’s about time. Cross country skiing, which was a method of transportation in ancient times, is the oldest type of skiing…
Ask The Experts: Tips to Teaching Kids to Ski or Snowboard
Nobody knows how hard it can be to teach kids to ski or snowboard more than parents. Aside from the logistics of it all, moms…
Stay to Ski: Planning Your Lodging Experience in Vermont
Are you planning to travel to a ski resort in Vermont this winter season? The lodging properties around ski areas are looking to welcome you…
Dress for Success: Keeping Kids Warm This Winter
Dressing kids for winter isn’t hard; you just need the right things to keep them warm and comfortable while they are outside. Besides knowing how…
