THE GREEN MOUNTAIN CALENDAR

February

4 | Road To Ruin Race, Magic Mountain

A throwback to the classic 80’s ski movie Hot Dog with a flat-out mass-start freeski/ ride race top-to-bottom on Black Line. Nothing fancy, just first across the finish line wins. There are no style points. $1500 in prize money. magicmtn.com

9-10 | 86th Fisk Trophy Race, Saskadena 6

Grab a cowbell and cheer skiers at the longest-running ski race in North America. Notable past winners at this Saskadena 6 event include Chip Knight, Jimmy Cochran and many other Olympians, US Ski Team members and NCAA champs. saskadenasix.com

11 | The Hard Mile Uphill Race, Saskadena 6

Is it competitive? Yes. Do you need to compete? No. Skin up the Easy Mile with a free ski down the empty hill before the resort opens. Awards for Men’s and Women’s 1st, 2nd and 3rd as well as best dressed male and female. saskadenasix.com

11 | ND Rando Race, Bromley

Two course options, a shorter recreational “fun” climb for weekend uphillers, and the longer U.S. Ski Mountaineering Association sanctioned race for more competitive skiers going for a personal best. Prizes and free “swag for all participants. bromley.com

12 | Frozen Onion, Montpelier

A fun race with free fat bike demos for newcomers. Race starts/ends at North Branch Nature Center and uses the groomed trails of North Branch River Park. Multiple distance options available, and a kids’ race, too! onionriver.com

14 | Cloud Nine Nuptials, Mount Snow

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the most romantic way possible: renew your vows or get married on the mountain at the top of Cloud Nine mountsnow.com

25 | WinterBike Festival, East Burke

A fatbike festival with demos, vendors, bonfires and guided rides of the 23 miles of groomed trails at Kingdom Trails. mbtvt.com

26 | 78th Stowe Derby, Stowe

Ski from near the top of Mt. Mansfield’s Toll Road trail all the way to town or wherever the 20 km course runs. Also a 6K short course and 16K fat bike division. mmsc.org

17-19| 101st Anniversary Harris Hilll Ski Jump, Brattleboro

The world’s top male and female ski jumpers compete on a 90-meter jump, and soar more than 300 feet at speeds of nearly 60 mph. The event has a festive atmosphere for the whole family with food, music, and a beer tent. harrishillskijump.com

24 | Pico Hiko Splitfest - 6th Annual Splitboard Demo & Festival, Pico

Interested in splitboarding? We'll help find the ideal ride, from the right gear for mellow on-resort morning laps to big-mountain freeride shred tools, avy safety equipment, layering and backcountry mapping! Tickets are limited. pico.co

Specialty Food Days

Taste the best of Vermont food and beverages from Cabot, Caledonia Spirits, Mad River Distillers, Woodchuck Cider and more. 2/11 Quechee Club; 2/14 Mad River Glen; 2/ 17 Trapp Family Lodge; 2/21 & 23 Smuggler’s Notch; 3/12 Killington; 3/17 Stratton; 3/25-26 Sugarbush. skivermont.com

25 | Mini Shred Madness, Pico

Grom skiers and riders, 13 years and under get a feel for park riding and experience the rules and navigation. Mini Shred Madness is all about having fun in a competition setting. Plus, free giveaways being handed out at the event to competitors. Killington.com

25 | Wildlife Encounters, Burke Mountain Resort

Wildlife Encounters Ecology Center leadis a “safari around the world.” Meet seven globally and biologically diverse animals (in-person!), while discovering their amazing adaptations, learning their eco-contributions and learning their stories. Skiburke.com

25-26 | 37th Kare Anderson Telemark Festival, Bromley

Enjoy clinics all weekend for all skill levels whether you’re a beginner or advanced. Cap off the weekend with a race to test your skills! bromley.com

March

3-5 | Slash & Berm, Killington

A three-day banked slalom event at The Stash park with a Shop Team Invite-Only banked slalom event on Friday. New this year will be the Just for Fun Run. This will be geared for participants who’d like to run the course in a non-competitive manner and can enter to win prizes. The event benefits The Chill Foundation. killington.com

3-4 | Vermont Splitboard Festival, Middlebury Snow Bowl

ASplitboardVT & Catamount Trail Association bring a day of skinning, riding, demos and nothing less than a darn good time! The event is free to attend, the only requirement is a $10 uphill pass. There will be plenty of demo boards to go around. If you have your own split and just want to hang out, join us! middleburysnowbowl.com

3-5 | Slash & Berm, Killington

A three-day banked slalom event at The Stash park with a Shop Team Invite-Only banked slalom event on Friday. New this year will be the Just for Fun Run. This will be geared for participants who’d like to run the course in a non-competitive manner and can enter to win prizes. The event benefits The Chill Foundation. killington.com killington.com

3-12 | Vertical Challenge, Vermont (various ski areas)

A series of free casual ski and snowboard races held at ski resorts throughout the Northeast. Skiers and snowboarders are divided by gender and age to compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each category. In addition to the races, attendees enjoy a festival element, activities for all ages, plus prizes given away throughout. Mar. 3- Burke Mountain Resort; Mar. 4- Smuggler’s Notch; Mar. 5, Saskadena 6; Mar. 6Bolton Valley ‘ Mar. 11 - Pico; Mar. 12 - Bromley. Finals at Jay Peak on April 1 ski-vc.com

4 | Vertical Challenge, Smuggler’s Notch

Skiers and snowboarders are divided by gender and age to compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each category. There’s a festival element, featuring snowy activities for all ages, plus prizes given away throughout a fun day at the mountain. smuggs.com

5 | Jack Jump World Championships, Mount Snow

A combination of homemade Jack Jump design, ingenuity and skills factor into who can make it down a dual slalom course with the best combined time on a jack jump, a seat mounted to a single ski. mountsnow.com

11-12 | Castlerock Extreme, Sugarbush

The legendary unconventional terrain comp in the East. Talented skiers and riders tame fabled terrain and compete in a challenging and technical run down Castleerock’s infamous Lift Line. Under 15 on Saturday, ages 15+ on Sunday. sugarbush.com

5 | Hope on the Slopes, Jay Peak

Hope on the Slopes pays homage to all those who have lost the fight and who are still fighting their battle with cancer. jaypeak.com