Saturday, Dec. 31 at 5 p.m.—LUDLOW—Midnight arrives early at Okemo, for friends and family enjoying a variety of activities. Jackson Gore Village will host a Family New Year’s Eve party on Saturday, Dec. 31, 5-9 p.m. Following early evening ice […]
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Okemo shares game plan for holiday
By Karen D. Lorentz While Mother Nature has been kind of late with some steady small snowfalls, ski resorts don’t take anything for granted. Okemo has already received 30 inches of natural snow and, combined with round-the-clock snowmaking, had 60 […]
Warren Miller’s “Here, There & Everywhere” screens at Okemo, Monday, Dec. 26
Monday, Dec. 26—LUDLOW—Warren Miller has released its 67th film, “Here, There & Everywhere.” This year’s installment brings the thrill of action snow sports to enthusiasts everywhere, as the world’s most accomplished skiers and snowboarders scour the globe for untracked powder […]
Okemo opens for 2016-2017 season
LUDLOW—Okemo Mountain Resort opened for the 2016/2017 winter season on Nov. 23 with top-to-bottom skiing and snowboarding on seven trails with three lifts operating, including the Sunburst Six high-speed bubble chair with retractable orange domes and heated seats for six […]
Okemo invites winter sports enthusiasts to Cares and Shares food drive
Sunday, Dec. 4 at 7 a.m.—LUDLOW—During this holiday season, Okemo Mountain Resort invites skiers and snowboarders to consider the needs of those less fortunate. On Sunday, Dec. 4, Okemo will host its annual Cares and Shares food drive. When guests […]
Get a jump on holiday calories with local turkey trots
Work up an appetite on Thanksgiving Day prior to the big meal. Local organizations are hosting fundraising runs—aptly named turkey trots, or gobble wobbles—on the morning of the holiday. After all, it’s a day of giving. In Killington, Kasie Munson […]
Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap returns to Clock Tower Nov. 18-20
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 18-20—LUDLOW—The annual Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap to benefit Okemo Mountain School is scheduled Nov. 18-20. The swap is the place to gear up for winter with new and used ski and snowboard equipment and […]
Okemo partners with Green Mountain Railroad to offer scenic train rides
LUDLOW—Starting Sept. 17, Okemo Mountain Resort and the Green Mountain Railroad are partnering to offer a new way for visitors to enjoy Vermont’s spectacular fall foliage. The call of “All aboard!” will be heard at the historic Chester Depot as […]
More snowmaking, new park Cat, rental gear highlight Okemo winter improvements
LUDLOW – Okemo Mountain Resort is preparing for the 2016/2017 winter season with more improvements. Okemo’s commitment to snowmaking and grooming makes it a sure bet in the best of times – and when Mother Nature poses a challenge. That […]
Okemo introduces Sunburst Six Summit chairlift rides
LUDLOW—Okemo Mountain Resort has begun running its Sunburst Six for scenic chairlift rides to the summit every weekend through Columbus Day. These flying sofas that seat up to six passengers offer a smooth and quiet ride with a unique perspective […]