On February 20, 2019

The madness continues: groms take to the park for Mini Shred Madness

By Robin Alberti

Groms take to the boxes at Killington in a previous Mini Shred Madness. See what the next round can do at Pico.

Saturday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m.— Mini Shred Madness continues with Round 2 on Saturday, Feb. 23 at Pico Mountain. The first youth park event was held at Killington in January.

Join the group in the park at Pico and compete for prizes in a friendly and fun environment. Grom skiers and riders, 13 years and under will get a feel for park riding and experience the rules and navigation of the park. Mini Shred Madness is all about having fun in a competition setting. There will be Killington Park team riders cruising through the event offering help and motivation to participants. Plus, there will be all sorts of free giveaways being handed out at the event to competitors.

Divisions are as follows: Super Grom, males and females ages 9 and under with no park experience; Grom, males and females ages 10-13 that have park-riding experience.

Registration takes place from 9-10 a.m. on the second floor of the Pico Base Lodge. Sign up in advance at killington.com, as spots are limited. Entry fee is $10 for both divisions.

Parents, come cheer on your kiddos as they throw down with a supportive group of peers and encouraging adults.

For more information, visit picomountain.com or killington.com.

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