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Devil’s Bowl Speedway has released its 2016 stock car schedule, which includes 14 asphalt events and 13 dirt events

January 12, 2016
Courtesy of MemorEvents Devil’s Bowl Speedway will  host its 50th season of stock car racing in 2016 on both its asphalt and dirt tracks. WEST HAVEN–Devil’s Bowl Speedway’s landmark 50th season in 2016 will be one to remember. Officials have overhauled the stock car racing schedule for the historic Rutland County facility, and the calendar…

Hunter education instructor training courses offered soon

January 12, 2016
By Tom Rogers, Vt Fish & Wildlife Department. The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is holding a new instructor training course for people interested in teaching hunter education courses in Vermont.  The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is offering several new instructor training courses for people interested in volunteering to teach hunter education, trapper education,…

Dirty Girl Mud Run announces expanded partnership with Bright Pink

January 6, 2016
Courtesy of Human Movement A “Dirty Girl” participant, already covered in mud, scales a large cargo net during a past event. Expanded Bright Pink partnership and new event tour stops for 2016 The Dirty Girl Mud Run series will again join forces with Bright Pink, the longstanding national charity beneficiary, to launch their 2016 integrated marketing…

CSJ weekly athletics roundup

January 6, 2016
RUTLAND — College of St. Joseph had a relatively slow week in sports going into Winter Break. They played in just two games on Dec. 19, but against worthy opponents. Both the men’s and women’s basketball teams traveled to Berkeley College (N.Y.) to play against Knights. The Lady Saints were able to handle Berkeley with…

A technical primer for the rest of us

January 6, 2016
By Polly Lynn Jason Mikula enjoys a day on the slope at Killington Resort earlier this season. “It was man-made but glorious,” he said. By Karen D. Lorentz If you’re an expert, you may not need to read this. On the other hand, if you are in the market for demo-ing or purchasing new skis…

Welcome to the test track, the 2016 Ski Line

January 6, 2016
ATOMIC SKIS Atomic Skis have remained a staple at world cup races and that background continues to lead design. Atomic leads with 53 offerings – excluding rentals – offering remarkable depth and breadth. All Mountain Vantage Series The new Vantage Series reflects five unisex and three women’s models. Offering flat skis intended for skiers who…

The Mountain Journal: The 2016 ski collection

January 6, 2016
Inside the latest technology shaping new skis By Tony Crespi Each season the ski industry unveils new ski collections boasting innovative refinements and technological advancements. This season, as example, manufacturers have realized that while many new technologies are extremely light, skis which are too light can, well, chatter on harder snow. Manufacturers have also have…

Muskie fishing success binds three generations of Vermonters

January 6, 2016
Submitted In the 2005 photo, the order is Dave Beebe, Chris Beebe, and Alex Beebe. When Alex Beebe of Swanton recently reeled in the first muskie caught above Swanton Dam on the Missisquoi River in nearly four decades, he took his place in the fishing lore of Vermont. In 2013, the Vermont Fish & Wildlife…

Habitat management leads landowner to hunting success

January 6, 2016
Courtesy of VF&W David Boocock harvested this 10-point, 181-pound buck within three years of completing habitat improvements to his Montgomery property with a state wildlife biologist. When David Boocock of Montgomery enrolled in a program with the state to improve his land for wildlife, he was hoping the enhancements would boost his odds during the…

Killington Mountain School’s Sam Hayden podiums in USA climbing ABS Regional Championships

January 6, 2016
Courtesy of KMS KMS youth climber Sam Hayden practices the skill that garnered him third place in a regional championship. KILLINGTON — On Saturday, Dec. 12, Killington Mountain School Rock Climbing athlete, Sam Hayden from Pittsfied, Vt., competed at the USA Climbing ABS Regional Championships in Newburyport, Mass. The event brings together the best youth climbers…

KMS racers kick of the season in Heavenly

January 5, 2016
Killington Mountain School Alpine athletes competed in two days of slalom races out at Heavenly, on the tail-end of a two-week camp in Mammoth. In the boys’ race on Sunday, Brad Underhill was the first U16 and eighth overall, Bo Underhill was the fourth U16 and 17th overall, PJ Bovaconti was the ninth U16 and…

CSJ weekly athletics roundup

January 5, 2016
It was an exciting week in sports for CSJ, with eight games being played overall by the men and women’s basketball teams. It was also a successful week, as the women’s team was able to go a perfect 3-0 and the men’s team went 2-1. Both teams now lead the YSCC and are not showing…

Gifts of distinction

January 5, 2016
You’ve seen the skichair, now get the wine rack! Skichair founder Mike also makes these wine holders out of recycled skis and boards. By Karen D. Lorentz It’s that time of year where we try to find special gifts for special folks. There are also some truly different ways to make someone happy by providing…

Two passions for pow

January 5, 2016
By Karen D. Lorentz Parlor skis were named after the two co-founders that created the line in the basement of a former funeral parlor. Spectacular fall works for climate change By Karen D. Lorentz “Three, two, one  . . . go” “NO … ugh, ooh, aw, ugghhh…” and the grunts continue until the biggest groans…

Vermont Adaptive names 2015 Volunteers of the Year

January 5, 2016
KILLINGTON—Tom Alcorn, senior program coordinator at Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, recognized three volunteers at the Vermont Adaptive Volunteer Orientation held at Pico Mountain on Nov. 7, according to a Dec. 9 release. Aaron Korzun, Amy Peacock and Tony Blake were named 2015 Volunteers of the Year, a tribute in honor of Jim Hutchinson, a…