Vermont Outdoor Recreation Directory
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Vermont Outdoor Recreation Event Calendar
If you are looking for something to do in Vermont that can get you outdoors, look no further. We include event information on everything outdoors including races, fundraisers, derbies, trade shows, festivals and more.
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Organizations Providing and Supporting Ongoing Recreation Events and Programs
January Events
February Events
February 2 - 4, 2024, New England Fishing Expo
Marlboro, MA - One Big Room in MARLBORO! 2 years in the works to get these dates! First weekend in February. Expo will always be the weekend before the super bowl. More room, More stuff! Freshwater/Saltwater. https://nefishingexpo.com/
February 2- 4, 2024, DCA Fat Tire Adventure
East Burke, Vermont - Join us for a magical winter adventure in The Northeast Kingdom . Ride your fat tire bike or snowshoe as we adventure through the snow on the Kingdom Trails Network. We have planned fun activities and great food for the weekend that you don't want to miss! Need a bike or need a room? No problem! East Burke Sports has the fat tire bike and we can get you a room at The Village Inn. https://www.dynamiccyclingadventures.com/fat-tire-poker-ride
February 2 -4, 2024, Subaru WinterFest
Subaru is thrilled to welcome back Subaru WinterFest, a one-of-a-kind music and mountain lifestyle tour at Killington Resort that invites friends, family, skiers, snowboarders, music fans, and dog-lovers alike to bask in their love of adventure and all things winter. https://www.killington.com/things-to-do/events/events-calendar/subaru-winterfest-killington
February 2-5, 2024, The Reawakening: A Women’s Weekend at Wild Trails Farm
At the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, be a part of a weekend centering around seasonal changes--a time of hidden potential and renewal, for embracing a fresh start—on 472 pristine forested acres, prime for hiking or snowsports. Customize your renewal experience with optional individual services like massage and energy work. Pricing for this Women’s Weekend includes three nights of lodging as well as all group sessions and meals--other activities are on your own, including any additional individual retreat services (optional). Rates for this all-inclusive long weekend range from $595 for space in a two-person shared room with a shared bath (portable beds and privacy screens available), to $1855 for a double-occupancy room with a private bath (ideal for a couple). https://wildtrailsfarm.com/group-retreats
February 2 - 5, 2024, 15th Annual Vermont Adaptive IV/Blind Winter Festival
Pico Mountain Resort - Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports will host more than 20 athletes from across the country who are blind or visually impaired at Pico Mountain Resort, Feb. 2-5, 2024. Athletes will learn to and participate in alpine skiing, snowboarding plus snowshoeing. The event continues to be the largest annual gathering of skiers in the U.S. who are blind and visually impaired. In some cases, this will be a participant’s first time skiing without sight. Saturday and Sunday will be filled with alpine skiing at Pico Mountain Resort with the option to participate in snowshoeing. Saturday will also see participants given the opportunity to try air rifle with an auditory rifle system, the same system used for Paralympic biathlon competitions. https://www.vermontadaptive.org/vermont-adaptive-vi-blind-winter-festival/
February 03, 2024, The Hard Mile Uphill Race
Turn the Easy Mile at Saskadena Six into the Hard Mile with this uphill race! A fundraiser for the local Woodstock Ski Runners includes men's, women's, and Joe's Extra Mile (2 laps) division in memory of late ski patroller, Joe Duane. Finish Line will be at the top of Easy Mile adjacent to the Ski Patrol Hut. Upon finishing at the top, participants can leisurely swap out their skins and free ski/ride to the bottom. https://www.saskadenasix.com/do/events/the-hard-mile-uphill-race-0
February 3 - 4, 2024, Barre Fish and Game Show
Barre Auditorium - Over 200 tables. https://www.facebook.com/events/894086001976922/
February 9-11, 2024, 12th Annual Lake Champlain Pond Hockey Classic
Each year since 2012, we unite to celebrate a sport in its most authentic form. We lace up our skates and hit the ice for three days of outdoor hockey and cold beers. Over 150 teams compete in 350+ games across 14 rinks, bringing our sport back to the basics. https://www.pondhockeyclassic.com/lakechamplain
February 10, 2024, Bear Signs Snowshoe Walk
Join Friends of the Mad River for a guided snowshoe trek with a Mad River Glen naturalist as we learn about the ecology and wildlife that call Stark Mountain home! While the trek will focus on bear signs and understanding bear hibernation, we'll learn more generally about the Green Mountain forest and all its inhabitants. This event is hosted on the Mad River Glen property, and through the support of the Mad River Valley Rotary Club, we will be covering the entry cost for all participants. If you need to rent snowshoes, Mad River Glen is offering our group a discounted price of $15 for half-day rentals. https://www.friendsofthemadriver.org/news/february-expert-series-bear-signs-snowshoe-walk
February 10, 2024, 2nd annual Winterfest at Kroka's Campus
Join us for our 2nd annual Winterfest at Kroka's campus in Marlow, NH! Come experience the magic of winter on this fun, festive and adventurous day. Winterfest is family-friendly and is free and open to the public. Hot soup and dessert will be available to purchase. Campus is open 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM. https://www.linseed.works/forms/basic_activity?key=XM9rmrABiensXE-oHpkx5Rci
February 10, 2024, Penguin Plunge
Burlington, VT - The Penguin Plunge is a widely recognized, highly anticipated winter event that raises funds and awareness
for Special Olympics Vermont. Community members of all ages form teams, raise money, and plunge into icy
Lake Champlain in the dead of winter! https://www.helloburlingtonvt.com/event/2024-penguin-plunge/3394/
February 10 - 11, 2024, Islands Ice Fishing Derby - CANCELLED
We are now requiring each ticket holder to sign a waiver. With this being said, we are not allowing the purchasing of tickets for other people. You must individually buy your own ticket in person OR choose to purchase online. Tickets will not be valid unless waiver is signed. After counting all of your votes we are officially announcing Dark Heather Grey sweatshirts this year. Sweatshirts will be available at Martin’s General Store and The Green Frog in South Hero for $35 each. At this point in time we are praying for Mother Nature’s cooperation for cold weather and we will be keeping an eye on ice conditions. If you have any questions or want to request information please message the Facebook page or call Martins General Store at (802) 868 -4459. https://www.islandsderby.com/
February 10 - 11, 2024, Southern Vermont Primitive Biathlon
A primitive biathlon is a fun and challenging wilderness competition of target shooting and snowshoeing. The event is open to all muzzleloading firearm enthusiast, regardless of their skill level or athletic ability. Spectators are welcomed and encouraged to view portions of the course. Other black powder shooting events are held throughout the weekend. All the wonderful prizes shown below have been generously donated by many local sponsors. To date, this event has contributed $3400 to Green Mountain Conservation Camps and $30,000 to the Manchester Rod and Gun Club's Green Mountain Conservation Camps Scholarship Fund. https://www.svtpb.org/
February 10 - 25, 2024, 1st Annual New England Ice Fishing Championship
The 1st Annual New England Ice Fishing Championship Feb10th-25th. Get ready for an unforgettable event packed with icy excitement and a chance to win big with $25,000 in cash prizes. This is a benefit tournament for homeless shelters!
https://www.neicefishingchampionship.com/
February 11, 2024, 4th annual Rutland Cold Rolled Fatbike Festival
Rutland Cold Rolled Fat bike Festival is back. Presented by Fiddlehead Brewing, and hosted by Mountain Bike Vermont and Pine Hill Partnership in Rutland, Vermont, Cold Rolled offers a day of fatbike stoke on cold-rolled single-track! Join us Sunday February 11th, 2024 as fat bikers from around New England and New York gather in Rutland to lead a charge with Old Man Winter, replete with group rides, demos, and hearty brews around warm fires. https://pinehillpartnership.org/2024-cold-roll-rutland/
February 15, 2024, Bird Monitoring Walk
Do you love birds? Join us Green Mountain Audubon Center for our monthly bird monitoring walk! We will look for our favorite winter birds and see how they are faring. Following our regular monitor route, we will search for birds in various habitats at the Audubon Center. This is a great opportunity to build your experience using binoculars and listening to bird song. We will identify the birds we see or hear, and record counts of their population numbers. Beginners are welcome! Binoculars and birding guides are available to borrow from the Visitor Center's Gear Library. https://www.facebook.com/events/821101146487854/
February 16, 2024, Outdoor Recreation Day at the State House.
Join outdoor businesses and organizations in meeting with legislators, listening to testimony, and networking on issues related to sustainable recreation and a climate resilient economy.
February 16 - 25, 2024, Rutland Winterfest
Rutland’s Winterfest is back this year with an avalanche of awesome events February 16-25. Winterfest has been a Rutland staple for 20 years and this year’s event is on track to be the biggest event in years with more festivities, more folks and more fun! Crowd favorite. https://www.facebook.com/rutlandwinterfest/
February 17, 2024, 5th Annual Snowmobile Festival
Vermont State Fairgrounds, Rutland, VT - 10am – 3pm, Parade at Noon, 13 Classes Plus Special Awards! FREE Admission & FREE to Enter your sled(s)! Please call Andrea Hathaway-Miglorie with any questions or to enter! (802) 345-9257 or email acenterlinefarm@aol.com https://vtvast.org/vermont-state-fair-5th-annual-snowmobile-festival.html
February 17 - 18, 2024, Harris Hill Ski Jump
Brattleboro, VT - Celebrate a 102-year tradition where international competitors vie to break the 341-foot hill record on New England’s only Olympic-size 90-meter ski jump. Enjoy a festive atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, with music, food, bonfire, beer tent, and more. https://harrishillskijump.com/
February 18, 2024, Chester Snowmobile Club Poker Run
Chester VT - Approximately a 30 mile leisurely ride where the riders will be searching for hidden tokens that will be exchanged for a poker hand. Contact: stancconsult@comcast.net
February 18, 2024, Frozen Onion
Calling all fat bike enthusiasts and newcomers! Our annual Frozen Onion is the perfect time to demo fat bikes from Rocky Mountain Bicycles, Surly, and Specialized Bicycles, join in a group ride and maybe even try out some adventure skin skis from Altai Skis, Black Diamond & Skinbased/OAC. This annual winter event takes place at North Branch Trails in Montpelier, VT, in partnership with Montpelier Parks and Montpelier Area Mountain Bike Association. https://www.onionriver.com/pages/frozen-onion
February 22 - 26, 2024, The Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival
Newport, VT - Registration is now open to our Tenth Annual Winter Swim Festival. The only two-lane, 25-meter winter swimming pool cut in the ice in all of the Americas, now expanded to three days of swimming/ 25-meter, 50-meter, 100 meter, and 200-meter races, plus the fiercest of hat competitions. Adding Thursday’s Flag and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with warm up at Jasper’s Tavern on Thursday and a Stay Play Jay Day on Monday and the Festival becomes a five-day rolling party. TOTALLY COLD. Best Damn Pool Party in all of the Americas! We Gather! We Swim! We Laugh! We Howl! We Roar! Now 3 days of swims and five days of PARTIES. https://kingdomgames.co/memphremagog-winter-swimming-society/
February 23, 2023, Torchlight Snowshoe
Snowshoe, ski or walk the Billings Farm trail by torchlight as evening begins. Meet National Park Rangers from the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and Billings Farm & Museum staff, and learn about local wildlife, the history of the land, and the people who lived here. Gather around the fire pit and warm up with complimentary s’mores and hot drinks. Don’t have snowshoes? A limited number of adult and child-sized snowshoes will also be available to borrow, but to guarantee you have the equipment you need, we recommend renting snowshoes at the Woodstock Inn & Resort’s Nordic Center in Woodstock. The Nordic Center closes at 4PM. Bring a light! We highly recommend a headlamp or a flashlight to find your way between torches on the trail. https://billingsfarm.org/torchlight-snowshoe/
February 24. 2024, Winter Wildlife Celebration
Celebrate the wonders of winter at the VINS Nature Center with a fun-filled day of family activities! Fairy Court is ready to greet you as you begin your journey through the woods to hunt for fairies. Visit with the Vermont Reindeer Farm for an insiring experience with this amazing arctic species. Be first in line to claim a seat for the chance to have an up close encounter with a chickadee, and join Jackson Gillman in a narrative adventure following winter wildlife through the forest. You can also join in for winter games, spot birds on the canopy walk, and attend a program to learn how raptors survive winter. Snow or no, it’s sure to be a great way to discover the wonders of winter! https://vinsweb.org/event/winter-wildlife-celebration-24/
February 24 - 25, 2024, Lamoille Valley Rail Trail Sled Dog Races
Sled Dog races coming to Morrisville January 27 & 28. Lamoille Valley Rail Trail! More details coming soon. https://www.facebook.com/Morristownvt
February 25, 2024, Fat Bike Rally
In partnership with the Richard Tom Foundation, we are thrilled to announce the 4th Annual Fat Bike Rally at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center. Join us for fun day full of outdoor bike fun. We are offering free fat bike demos and day membership. Enjoy guided rides or free exploration, community and a warm fire while playing outside! We are asking folks to register for this free offering to help us plan for attendance and demos needed. Donations are greatly appreciated to support both RTF and COFC's missions. https://www.facebook.com/events/1127422324853908/
Marlboro, MA - One Big Room in MARLBORO! 2 years in the works to get these dates! First weekend in February. Expo will always be the weekend before the super bowl. More room, More stuff! Freshwater/Saltwater. https://nefishingexpo.com/
February 2- 4, 2024, DCA Fat Tire Adventure
East Burke, Vermont - Join us for a magical winter adventure in The Northeast Kingdom . Ride your fat tire bike or snowshoe as we adventure through the snow on the Kingdom Trails Network. We have planned fun activities and great food for the weekend that you don't want to miss! Need a bike or need a room? No problem! East Burke Sports has the fat tire bike and we can get you a room at The Village Inn. https://www.dynamiccyclingadventures.com/fat-tire-poker-ride
February 2 -4, 2024, Subaru WinterFest
Subaru is thrilled to welcome back Subaru WinterFest, a one-of-a-kind music and mountain lifestyle tour at Killington Resort that invites friends, family, skiers, snowboarders, music fans, and dog-lovers alike to bask in their love of adventure and all things winter. https://www.killington.com/things-to-do/events/events-calendar/subaru-winterfest-killington
February 2-5, 2024, The Reawakening: A Women’s Weekend at Wild Trails Farm
At the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, be a part of a weekend centering around seasonal changes--a time of hidden potential and renewal, for embracing a fresh start—on 472 pristine forested acres, prime for hiking or snowsports. Customize your renewal experience with optional individual services like massage and energy work. Pricing for this Women’s Weekend includes three nights of lodging as well as all group sessions and meals--other activities are on your own, including any additional individual retreat services (optional). Rates for this all-inclusive long weekend range from $595 for space in a two-person shared room with a shared bath (portable beds and privacy screens available), to $1855 for a double-occupancy room with a private bath (ideal for a couple). https://wildtrailsfarm.com/group-retreats
February 2 - 5, 2024, 15th Annual Vermont Adaptive IV/Blind Winter Festival
Pico Mountain Resort - Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports will host more than 20 athletes from across the country who are blind or visually impaired at Pico Mountain Resort, Feb. 2-5, 2024. Athletes will learn to and participate in alpine skiing, snowboarding plus snowshoeing. The event continues to be the largest annual gathering of skiers in the U.S. who are blind and visually impaired. In some cases, this will be a participant’s first time skiing without sight. Saturday and Sunday will be filled with alpine skiing at Pico Mountain Resort with the option to participate in snowshoeing. Saturday will also see participants given the opportunity to try air rifle with an auditory rifle system, the same system used for Paralympic biathlon competitions. https://www.vermontadaptive.org/vermont-adaptive-vi-blind-winter-festival/
February 03, 2024, The Hard Mile Uphill Race
Turn the Easy Mile at Saskadena Six into the Hard Mile with this uphill race! A fundraiser for the local Woodstock Ski Runners includes men's, women's, and Joe's Extra Mile (2 laps) division in memory of late ski patroller, Joe Duane. Finish Line will be at the top of Easy Mile adjacent to the Ski Patrol Hut. Upon finishing at the top, participants can leisurely swap out their skins and free ski/ride to the bottom. https://www.saskadenasix.com/do/events/the-hard-mile-uphill-race-0
February 3 - 4, 2024, Barre Fish and Game Show
Barre Auditorium - Over 200 tables. https://www.facebook.com/events/894086001976922/
February 9-11, 2024, 12th Annual Lake Champlain Pond Hockey Classic
Each year since 2012, we unite to celebrate a sport in its most authentic form. We lace up our skates and hit the ice for three days of outdoor hockey and cold beers. Over 150 teams compete in 350+ games across 14 rinks, bringing our sport back to the basics. https://www.pondhockeyclassic.com/lakechamplain
February 10, 2024, Bear Signs Snowshoe Walk
Join Friends of the Mad River for a guided snowshoe trek with a Mad River Glen naturalist as we learn about the ecology and wildlife that call Stark Mountain home! While the trek will focus on bear signs and understanding bear hibernation, we'll learn more generally about the Green Mountain forest and all its inhabitants. This event is hosted on the Mad River Glen property, and through the support of the Mad River Valley Rotary Club, we will be covering the entry cost for all participants. If you need to rent snowshoes, Mad River Glen is offering our group a discounted price of $15 for half-day rentals. https://www.friendsofthemadriver.org/news/february-expert-series-bear-signs-snowshoe-walk
February 10, 2024, 2nd annual Winterfest at Kroka's Campus
Join us for our 2nd annual Winterfest at Kroka's campus in Marlow, NH! Come experience the magic of winter on this fun, festive and adventurous day. Winterfest is family-friendly and is free and open to the public. Hot soup and dessert will be available to purchase. Campus is open 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM. https://www.linseed.works/forms/basic_activity?key=XM9rmrABiensXE-oHpkx5Rci
February 10, 2024, Penguin Plunge
Burlington, VT - The Penguin Plunge is a widely recognized, highly anticipated winter event that raises funds and awareness
for Special Olympics Vermont. Community members of all ages form teams, raise money, and plunge into icy
Lake Champlain in the dead of winter! https://www.helloburlingtonvt.com/event/2024-penguin-plunge/3394/
February 10 - 11, 2024, Islands Ice Fishing Derby - CANCELLED
We are now requiring each ticket holder to sign a waiver. With this being said, we are not allowing the purchasing of tickets for other people. You must individually buy your own ticket in person OR choose to purchase online. Tickets will not be valid unless waiver is signed. After counting all of your votes we are officially announcing Dark Heather Grey sweatshirts this year. Sweatshirts will be available at Martin’s General Store and The Green Frog in South Hero for $35 each. At this point in time we are praying for Mother Nature’s cooperation for cold weather and we will be keeping an eye on ice conditions. If you have any questions or want to request information please message the Facebook page or call Martins General Store at (802) 868 -4459. https://www.islandsderby.com/
February 10 - 11, 2024, Southern Vermont Primitive Biathlon
A primitive biathlon is a fun and challenging wilderness competition of target shooting and snowshoeing. The event is open to all muzzleloading firearm enthusiast, regardless of their skill level or athletic ability. Spectators are welcomed and encouraged to view portions of the course. Other black powder shooting events are held throughout the weekend. All the wonderful prizes shown below have been generously donated by many local sponsors. To date, this event has contributed $3400 to Green Mountain Conservation Camps and $30,000 to the Manchester Rod and Gun Club's Green Mountain Conservation Camps Scholarship Fund. https://www.svtpb.org/
February 10 - 25, 2024, 1st Annual New England Ice Fishing Championship
The 1st Annual New England Ice Fishing Championship Feb10th-25th. Get ready for an unforgettable event packed with icy excitement and a chance to win big with $25,000 in cash prizes. This is a benefit tournament for homeless shelters!
https://www.neicefishingchampionship.com/
February 11, 2024, 4th annual Rutland Cold Rolled Fatbike Festival
Rutland Cold Rolled Fat bike Festival is back. Presented by Fiddlehead Brewing, and hosted by Mountain Bike Vermont and Pine Hill Partnership in Rutland, Vermont, Cold Rolled offers a day of fatbike stoke on cold-rolled single-track! Join us Sunday February 11th, 2024 as fat bikers from around New England and New York gather in Rutland to lead a charge with Old Man Winter, replete with group rides, demos, and hearty brews around warm fires. https://pinehillpartnership.org/2024-cold-roll-rutland/
February 15, 2024, Bird Monitoring Walk
Do you love birds? Join us Green Mountain Audubon Center for our monthly bird monitoring walk! We will look for our favorite winter birds and see how they are faring. Following our regular monitor route, we will search for birds in various habitats at the Audubon Center. This is a great opportunity to build your experience using binoculars and listening to bird song. We will identify the birds we see or hear, and record counts of their population numbers. Beginners are welcome! Binoculars and birding guides are available to borrow from the Visitor Center's Gear Library. https://www.facebook.com/events/821101146487854/
February 16, 2024, Outdoor Recreation Day at the State House.
Join outdoor businesses and organizations in meeting with legislators, listening to testimony, and networking on issues related to sustainable recreation and a climate resilient economy.
February 16 - 25, 2024, Rutland Winterfest
Rutland’s Winterfest is back this year with an avalanche of awesome events February 16-25. Winterfest has been a Rutland staple for 20 years and this year’s event is on track to be the biggest event in years with more festivities, more folks and more fun! Crowd favorite. https://www.facebook.com/rutlandwinterfest/
February 17, 2024, 5th Annual Snowmobile Festival
Vermont State Fairgrounds, Rutland, VT - 10am – 3pm, Parade at Noon, 13 Classes Plus Special Awards! FREE Admission & FREE to Enter your sled(s)! Please call Andrea Hathaway-Miglorie with any questions or to enter! (802) 345-9257 or email acenterlinefarm@aol.com https://vtvast.org/vermont-state-fair-5th-annual-snowmobile-festival.html
February 17 - 18, 2024, Harris Hill Ski Jump
Brattleboro, VT - Celebrate a 102-year tradition where international competitors vie to break the 341-foot hill record on New England’s only Olympic-size 90-meter ski jump. Enjoy a festive atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, with music, food, bonfire, beer tent, and more. https://harrishillskijump.com/
February 18, 2024, Chester Snowmobile Club Poker Run
Chester VT - Approximately a 30 mile leisurely ride where the riders will be searching for hidden tokens that will be exchanged for a poker hand. Contact: stancconsult@comcast.net
February 18, 2024, Frozen Onion
Calling all fat bike enthusiasts and newcomers! Our annual Frozen Onion is the perfect time to demo fat bikes from Rocky Mountain Bicycles, Surly, and Specialized Bicycles, join in a group ride and maybe even try out some adventure skin skis from Altai Skis, Black Diamond & Skinbased/OAC. This annual winter event takes place at North Branch Trails in Montpelier, VT, in partnership with Montpelier Parks and Montpelier Area Mountain Bike Association. https://www.onionriver.com/pages/frozen-onion
February 22 - 26, 2024, The Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival
Newport, VT - Registration is now open to our Tenth Annual Winter Swim Festival. The only two-lane, 25-meter winter swimming pool cut in the ice in all of the Americas, now expanded to three days of swimming/ 25-meter, 50-meter, 100 meter, and 200-meter races, plus the fiercest of hat competitions. Adding Thursday’s Flag and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with warm up at Jasper’s Tavern on Thursday and a Stay Play Jay Day on Monday and the Festival becomes a five-day rolling party. TOTALLY COLD. Best Damn Pool Party in all of the Americas! We Gather! We Swim! We Laugh! We Howl! We Roar! Now 3 days of swims and five days of PARTIES. https://kingdomgames.co/memphremagog-winter-swimming-society/
February 23, 2023, Torchlight Snowshoe
Snowshoe, ski or walk the Billings Farm trail by torchlight as evening begins. Meet National Park Rangers from the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and Billings Farm & Museum staff, and learn about local wildlife, the history of the land, and the people who lived here. Gather around the fire pit and warm up with complimentary s’mores and hot drinks. Don’t have snowshoes? A limited number of adult and child-sized snowshoes will also be available to borrow, but to guarantee you have the equipment you need, we recommend renting snowshoes at the Woodstock Inn & Resort’s Nordic Center in Woodstock. The Nordic Center closes at 4PM. Bring a light! We highly recommend a headlamp or a flashlight to find your way between torches on the trail. https://billingsfarm.org/torchlight-snowshoe/
February 24. 2024, Winter Wildlife Celebration
Celebrate the wonders of winter at the VINS Nature Center with a fun-filled day of family activities! Fairy Court is ready to greet you as you begin your journey through the woods to hunt for fairies. Visit with the Vermont Reindeer Farm for an insiring experience with this amazing arctic species. Be first in line to claim a seat for the chance to have an up close encounter with a chickadee, and join Jackson Gillman in a narrative adventure following winter wildlife through the forest. You can also join in for winter games, spot birds on the canopy walk, and attend a program to learn how raptors survive winter. Snow or no, it’s sure to be a great way to discover the wonders of winter! https://vinsweb.org/event/winter-wildlife-celebration-24/
February 24 - 25, 2024, Lamoille Valley Rail Trail Sled Dog Races
Sled Dog races coming to Morrisville January 27 & 28. Lamoille Valley Rail Trail! More details coming soon. https://www.facebook.com/Morristownvt
February 25, 2024, Fat Bike Rally
In partnership with the Richard Tom Foundation, we are thrilled to announce the 4th Annual Fat Bike Rally at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center. Join us for fun day full of outdoor bike fun. We are offering free fat bike demos and day membership. Enjoy guided rides or free exploration, community and a warm fire while playing outside! We are asking folks to register for this free offering to help us plan for attendance and demos needed. Donations are greatly appreciated to support both RTF and COFC's missions. https://www.facebook.com/events/1127422324853908/
March Events
March 2, 2024, Meier Ski Demo
Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT, - Looking for a versatile ski that can rip the hardpack and still perform when the snow gets deep? Check out our all-mountain skis from Meier. All of our skis are handmade, come with a three-year warranty, and are made in our own factory in America. https://www.sugarbush.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/meier-ski-demo
March 2-3, 2024, Tri-County Kids Fishing Tournament
Brighton Recreation - Kids ice fishing tournament on any legal body of water in Caledonia, Essex & Orleans Counties. Ages 2-14 (Participants must be 2 before March 2 and can not turn 15 until March 4. ) Lake trout ~ Brown trout ~ Brook Trout ~ Rainbow Trout~ Bass ~ Walleye ~ Yellow Perch ~ Pike ~ Pickerel ~ Salmon ~ And non-category. Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for each category. You can fish all legal bodies of water in Orleans, Essex and Caledonia Counties. All fish must arrive at the weigh in station DEAD! You are not allowed to transport live fish from the lake. https://brightonrecreationspondathon.redpodium.com/tri-county-kids-fishing-tournament-2024
March 3, 2024, Catamount Trail Association Ruby Bash 40th Anniversary Party
Registration IS OPEN for the CTA Ruby Bash 40th Anniversary Party! We’re excited to celebrate our 40th Anniversary with a day of festivities at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont. The first cross country ski touring center in the country, Trapps has been a supporter of the CTA and a stop on the Catamount Trail since 1984. This year, CTA Founders Ben Rose, Steve Bushey, and Paul Jarris are taking a day off from the Ruby Run Tour to celebrate our anniversary with a special celebration. We’ll kick off the day with a group photo, followed by a group ski to the iconic Trapps cabin for some hot chocolate. The ski will be followed by an evening gala at Trapp Family Lodge. Join for the ski, gala, or both, to connect with friends new and old, swap stories, and help us celebrate the CTA community and four decades on the trail! Find details and registration at: https://catamounttrail.org/trapps-party/
March 3, 2024, High Fives Fat Ski-A-Thon
Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT - A High Fives Foundation pledge-driven event that is held each spring. Each participant will challenge themselves to hot laps from first to the last chair. Awards are given out for a variety of categories. There will be a vendor village, live DJ and party! https://www.sugarbush.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/high-fives-fat-ski-a-thon
March 8-10, 2024, The NH Outdoor Expo
Hampshire Dome - Milford, NH - The NH Outdoor Expo is the region’s most talk-about annual Outdoor exposition. Come experience the latest innovations in freshwater, saltwater fishing, hunting, camping, kayak and boating. Try out the best gear, talk to top manufacturers, guides and learn from world class industry professionals. https://nhoutdoorexpo.com/
March 9, 2024, Vermont Splitboard Festival
Come join SplitboardVT and the Catamount Trail Association at the Middlebury Snow Bowl for some exploring on splitboards!. There will be free demos available if you don’t have your own equipment or happen to be interested in trying something new. During the day there will be clinics, games, tours, food and good times! https://catamounttrail.org/cta-events/splitfest/
March 9, 2024, Winterbike 2024
WinterBike is Vermont’s premier Fatbike Festival. Now in its 12th year, the event continues to be the largest fatbike festival in the Northeast. Hosted at Mike's Tiki Bar and on the Kingdom Trails network, the event is situated on Vermont’s most expansive groomed fatbike specific trail network, boasting over 26 miles of cold rolled singletrack! Hosted by Mountain Bike Vermont and Kingdom Trails! Registration is now LIVE! Register here: 2024 Winterbike Tickets! https://www.kingdomtrails.org/calender-of-events
March 9, 2024, Real To Steel
Jay Peak is known for some of the steepest and deepest turns in the East, and our Parks have been growing in reputation and features too. Welcome to our 5th Annual Real To Steel freeride and freestyle event, all in one. For those looking to test and blend their skills on challenging upper mountain terrain and in The Rusch terrain park, this is a truly unique event, unlike any other you'll see hosted this side of the Mississippi. Featuring OVER $20,000 in prizes. https://jaypeakresort.com/things-to-do/events/real-to-steel
March 9 - 10, 2024, Stratton Mountain: 2024 Vermont Open Banked Slalom
Wax up those snowboards! The Vermont Open presents The 2024 Banked Slalom; a two-day banked slalom event hosted by Stratton Mountain. This year's Vermont Open will take place March 9 and 10, 2024 as a two-day banked slalom event open to 300 riders split into seven age divisions. Each of the seven age divisions will have first, second and third place finishers recognized. Male and Female will compete and be judged separately. Registration will be capped at 300 riders: 150 riders in 17 years old & under, and 150 riders 18 years old & over (Number of riders per age group may be adjusted based on enrollment). https://www.stratton.com/things-to-do/events/the-vermont-open
March 16, 2024, The Pig Race
Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center - The Pig Race is ON! We can’t wait for March 16th! Here’s what to expect: A cross country ski race with obstacles, jumps, falls, and possibly mud. A delicious post race pig roast, with veggie options too! Awards for best vintage ski gear, best finishing lunge, and more! Vermont beer. And general good times! https://www.blueberryhilltrails.com/the-pig-race
March 16, 2024, Stratton Mountain: 24 Hours of Stratton
The 12th Annual 24 Hours of Stratton is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to ride Stratton at night under lighted trails into sunrise. Join in camaraderie with hundreds of winter enthusiasts from across New England for a magical weekend of fun-filled activities, fireworks, food, and charity. The event bib is your two-day and night access to riding lifts for an exhilarating amount of time. It's Snow Much of a Good Thing for all ages and abilities. New in 2024 is the #Shred4Nate alpine slalom race for mental health and suicide prevention. Do one or do both events! Proceeds benefit The Stratton Community Foundation, caring about the health and well-being of youth across the region. https://www.stratton.com/things-to-do/events/24-hours-of-stratton
March 16 - 17, 2024, Gun and Outdoor Sportsman Show
Champlain Valley Expo - Sponsored by Lamoille Valley Fish and Game Club - over 200 tables of new and used, modern & antique firearms, hunting equipment and accessories. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=3619133945033780&set=a.2203556696591519
March 16 - 17, 2024, 24 Hours of Stratton & #Shred4Nate
Stratton Mountain, VT - The 24 Hours of Stratton is your ONLY chance to ski Stratton through the night under lighted trails and starry skies into sunrise for a great cause. Wear your bib for 2-day lift access Saturday, Night, Sunday. Start or join a team. Sign up $0 and fundraise. https://www.stratton24.com/
March 23, 2024, The Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge at Bomoseen Lodge
@ 12pm, Bomoseen, VT - Proceeds benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children. Participants will plunge into Lake Bomoseen's icy waters, while raising awareness and funding Shriners Hospitals! The Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge is a fun community event to support the children of Shriners Hospitals. Plungers consist of individuals, informal teams and corporate sponsor teams. Plungers have ranged in age from 7 to 70. Registration will open at 12pm in the Bomoseen Tap House. Plunging will begin at 2pm across the street in Lake Bomoseen. Plungers should wear some form of footwear into the water (flip flops, old shoes, etc). Costumes or other flair are welcomed and encouraged! All plungers will be given a Freezin’ for a Reason towel upon exiting the water. Allen Pools and Spas will be onsite with hot tubs to warm the frozen plungers. Trailers will be available for plungers to change. Make sure to bring a dry set of clothes! https://www.cairoshriners.org/polar-plunge-cairo-shriners
March 23, 2024, Burke's Annual Pond Skim
Save the date for the biggest event and party of the season - Burke's annual Pond Skim is on Saturday, March 23rd. This year's theme is Pond Skim Paradise, so get those sunnies ready and grab your floaties! https://www.skiburke.com/events-and-activities-2/paradise/?date=2024-03-23
March 30, 2024, Bird Monitoring Walk
Huntington, VT. - 8:00 am - Join our monthly monitoring walk to record birds on the Museum's property. Please bring your own binoculars and dress for the weather. Max: 12 people, Free, suggested donation $5 - $15, https://birdsofvermont.org/event/bird-monitoring-march-2024
Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT, - Looking for a versatile ski that can rip the hardpack and still perform when the snow gets deep? Check out our all-mountain skis from Meier. All of our skis are handmade, come with a three-year warranty, and are made in our own factory in America. https://www.sugarbush.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/meier-ski-demo
March 2-3, 2024, Tri-County Kids Fishing Tournament
Brighton Recreation - Kids ice fishing tournament on any legal body of water in Caledonia, Essex & Orleans Counties. Ages 2-14 (Participants must be 2 before March 2 and can not turn 15 until March 4. ) Lake trout ~ Brown trout ~ Brook Trout ~ Rainbow Trout~ Bass ~ Walleye ~ Yellow Perch ~ Pike ~ Pickerel ~ Salmon ~ And non-category. Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for each category. You can fish all legal bodies of water in Orleans, Essex and Caledonia Counties. All fish must arrive at the weigh in station DEAD! You are not allowed to transport live fish from the lake. https://brightonrecreationspondathon.redpodium.com/tri-county-kids-fishing-tournament-2024
March 3, 2024, Catamount Trail Association Ruby Bash 40th Anniversary Party
Registration IS OPEN for the CTA Ruby Bash 40th Anniversary Party! We’re excited to celebrate our 40th Anniversary with a day of festivities at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont. The first cross country ski touring center in the country, Trapps has been a supporter of the CTA and a stop on the Catamount Trail since 1984. This year, CTA Founders Ben Rose, Steve Bushey, and Paul Jarris are taking a day off from the Ruby Run Tour to celebrate our anniversary with a special celebration. We’ll kick off the day with a group photo, followed by a group ski to the iconic Trapps cabin for some hot chocolate. The ski will be followed by an evening gala at Trapp Family Lodge. Join for the ski, gala, or both, to connect with friends new and old, swap stories, and help us celebrate the CTA community and four decades on the trail! Find details and registration at: https://catamounttrail.org/trapps-party/
March 3, 2024, High Fives Fat Ski-A-Thon
Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT - A High Fives Foundation pledge-driven event that is held each spring. Each participant will challenge themselves to hot laps from first to the last chair. Awards are given out for a variety of categories. There will be a vendor village, live DJ and party! https://www.sugarbush.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/high-fives-fat-ski-a-thon
March 8-10, 2024, The NH Outdoor Expo
Hampshire Dome - Milford, NH - The NH Outdoor Expo is the region’s most talk-about annual Outdoor exposition. Come experience the latest innovations in freshwater, saltwater fishing, hunting, camping, kayak and boating. Try out the best gear, talk to top manufacturers, guides and learn from world class industry professionals. https://nhoutdoorexpo.com/
March 9, 2024, Vermont Splitboard Festival
Come join SplitboardVT and the Catamount Trail Association at the Middlebury Snow Bowl for some exploring on splitboards!. There will be free demos available if you don’t have your own equipment or happen to be interested in trying something new. During the day there will be clinics, games, tours, food and good times! https://catamounttrail.org/cta-events/splitfest/
March 9, 2024, Winterbike 2024
WinterBike is Vermont’s premier Fatbike Festival. Now in its 12th year, the event continues to be the largest fatbike festival in the Northeast. Hosted at Mike's Tiki Bar and on the Kingdom Trails network, the event is situated on Vermont’s most expansive groomed fatbike specific trail network, boasting over 26 miles of cold rolled singletrack! Hosted by Mountain Bike Vermont and Kingdom Trails! Registration is now LIVE! Register here: 2024 Winterbike Tickets! https://www.kingdomtrails.org/calender-of-events
March 9, 2024, Real To Steel
Jay Peak is known for some of the steepest and deepest turns in the East, and our Parks have been growing in reputation and features too. Welcome to our 5th Annual Real To Steel freeride and freestyle event, all in one. For those looking to test and blend their skills on challenging upper mountain terrain and in The Rusch terrain park, this is a truly unique event, unlike any other you'll see hosted this side of the Mississippi. Featuring OVER $20,000 in prizes. https://jaypeakresort.com/things-to-do/events/real-to-steel
March 9 - 10, 2024, Stratton Mountain: 2024 Vermont Open Banked Slalom
Wax up those snowboards! The Vermont Open presents The 2024 Banked Slalom; a two-day banked slalom event hosted by Stratton Mountain. This year's Vermont Open will take place March 9 and 10, 2024 as a two-day banked slalom event open to 300 riders split into seven age divisions. Each of the seven age divisions will have first, second and third place finishers recognized. Male and Female will compete and be judged separately. Registration will be capped at 300 riders: 150 riders in 17 years old & under, and 150 riders 18 years old & over (Number of riders per age group may be adjusted based on enrollment). https://www.stratton.com/things-to-do/events/the-vermont-open
March 16, 2024, The Pig Race
Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center - The Pig Race is ON! We can’t wait for March 16th! Here’s what to expect: A cross country ski race with obstacles, jumps, falls, and possibly mud. A delicious post race pig roast, with veggie options too! Awards for best vintage ski gear, best finishing lunge, and more! Vermont beer. And general good times! https://www.blueberryhilltrails.com/the-pig-race
March 16, 2024, Stratton Mountain: 24 Hours of Stratton
The 12th Annual 24 Hours of Stratton is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to ride Stratton at night under lighted trails into sunrise. Join in camaraderie with hundreds of winter enthusiasts from across New England for a magical weekend of fun-filled activities, fireworks, food, and charity. The event bib is your two-day and night access to riding lifts for an exhilarating amount of time. It's Snow Much of a Good Thing for all ages and abilities. New in 2024 is the #Shred4Nate alpine slalom race for mental health and suicide prevention. Do one or do both events! Proceeds benefit The Stratton Community Foundation, caring about the health and well-being of youth across the region. https://www.stratton.com/things-to-do/events/24-hours-of-stratton
March 16 - 17, 2024, Gun and Outdoor Sportsman Show
Champlain Valley Expo - Sponsored by Lamoille Valley Fish and Game Club - over 200 tables of new and used, modern & antique firearms, hunting equipment and accessories. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=3619133945033780&set=a.2203556696591519
March 16 - 17, 2024, 24 Hours of Stratton & #Shred4Nate
Stratton Mountain, VT - The 24 Hours of Stratton is your ONLY chance to ski Stratton through the night under lighted trails and starry skies into sunrise for a great cause. Wear your bib for 2-day lift access Saturday, Night, Sunday. Start or join a team. Sign up $0 and fundraise. https://www.stratton24.com/
March 23, 2024, The Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge at Bomoseen Lodge
@ 12pm, Bomoseen, VT - Proceeds benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children. Participants will plunge into Lake Bomoseen's icy waters, while raising awareness and funding Shriners Hospitals! The Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge is a fun community event to support the children of Shriners Hospitals. Plungers consist of individuals, informal teams and corporate sponsor teams. Plungers have ranged in age from 7 to 70. Registration will open at 12pm in the Bomoseen Tap House. Plunging will begin at 2pm across the street in Lake Bomoseen. Plungers should wear some form of footwear into the water (flip flops, old shoes, etc). Costumes or other flair are welcomed and encouraged! All plungers will be given a Freezin’ for a Reason towel upon exiting the water. Allen Pools and Spas will be onsite with hot tubs to warm the frozen plungers. Trailers will be available for plungers to change. Make sure to bring a dry set of clothes! https://www.cairoshriners.org/polar-plunge-cairo-shriners
March 23, 2024, Burke's Annual Pond Skim
Save the date for the biggest event and party of the season - Burke's annual Pond Skim is on Saturday, March 23rd. This year's theme is Pond Skim Paradise, so get those sunnies ready and grab your floaties! https://www.skiburke.com/events-and-activities-2/paradise/?date=2024-03-23
March 30, 2024, Bird Monitoring Walk
Huntington, VT. - 8:00 am - Join our monthly monitoring walk to record birds on the Museum's property. Please bring your own binoculars and dress for the weather. Max: 12 people, Free, suggested donation $5 - $15, https://birdsofvermont.org/event/bird-monitoring-march-2024
April Events
April 6, 2024, Pond Skimming at Sugarbush
Warren, VT - Take the plunge across a 120 foot pond at the base of Lincoln Peak. Whether you get wet or spectate from the crowd, be sure to participate in this Annual Rite of Spring. Categories: Overall Style, Biggest Splash & Best Costume prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. https://www.sugarbush.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/pond-skimming
April 6, 2024, New Haven Ledges Whitewater Race
The annual New Haven Ledges Race will be held on April 6th (backup date 4/13). This year we have some big prizes thanks to our amazing sponsors who help make this race possible. Outdoor New England - ONE, NRS, Werner Paddles, Immersion Research, Vermont Paddlers Club Umiak Outdoor OutfittersRegister online now through the link below to guarantee your spot.
https://creekvt.com/races/
April 13, 2024, Half Marathon Unplugged
Welcome to our 18th Annual Half Marathon Unplugged that runs along the Burlington Greenway (bike path), which is adjacent to Lake Champlain with the Adirondacks in the distance. Unplugged is an organized, basic services race -- in other words, No Frills, No Hills! You won’t see 25,000 spectators like the Vermont City Marathon, or hear bands along the way, but you WILL experience a scenic, very flat, half marathon race. This is a perfect 'training race' for those running the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon on May 26th. The race course is point-to-point, starting at Airport Park in Colchester and finishing near Switchback Brewing on Flynn Avenue in Burlington. https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/VT/Burlington/2018HalfMarathonUnplugged
April 14, 2024, Mad River Triathlon
Mad River Triathlon is a four-sports event set in picturesque Mad River Valley, VT. The running race starts at the Warren School and follows the Mad River Path and VT 100. Racers will follow footpaths along the River and the shoulder of the road for 5 miles to the start of the paddling leg at Lareau Swimming Hole in Waitsfield. Transitioning to canoes and kayaks (or anything else that floats), racers will paddle 6 miles of fast-moving water, interspersed with class I and occasional II rapids to the takeout on Meadow Road and the beginning of the biking leg. A 10-mile-long bike leg consists of gravel roads, single track, unimproved forest roads, and pavement. The bike leg brings racers to the base of Mount Ellen for the final AT ski event. The ski event will consist of skinning up Mount Ellen and skiing down to the finish line. https://madriverpath.org/madrivertriathlon
April 27, 2024, Muddy Onion
Come out of your winter hibernation for a fully supported gravel grinder covering (almost) all of the amazing dirt roads Central Vermont has to offer. It's not easy, but it's definitely worth it. This year we will have three loops; a short loop (about 20 miles) for those who are just getting their bike legs under them, our classic long loop (about 40 miles), and an even longer loop (about 55 miles) for those of you who just couldn't get enough of the mud last year. We promise all loops will give you plenty of dirt, fun, and cow sightings. https://www.onionriver.com/pages/muddy-onion
April 27, 2024, April Bird Monitoring Walk
Huntington, Vermont - 7:30 am. Join our monthly monitoring walk to record birds on the Museum's property. Please bring your own binoculars and dress for the weather. Max: 12 people. Free, suggested donation $5 - $15 https://birdsofvermont.org/event/april-bird-monitoring-walk-2024/
April 27 - 28, 2024, The Boston Outdoor Expo
If you love hiking, climbing, water sports, camping, mountain biking, trail running or just being outside, then join our Outdoor enthusiast community for top tips, advice, event tickets, special offers and discounts. The NEW expo offers a full weekend of inspiration for outdoor enthusiasts, like you. See 30 speakers, take part in activities, and shop the latest gear, tech, nutrition and advice. It is a one stop shop to prepare you for your next adventure. https://thebostonoutdoorexpo.com/
Warren, VT - Take the plunge across a 120 foot pond at the base of Lincoln Peak. Whether you get wet or spectate from the crowd, be sure to participate in this Annual Rite of Spring. Categories: Overall Style, Biggest Splash & Best Costume prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. https://www.sugarbush.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/pond-skimming
April 6, 2024, New Haven Ledges Whitewater Race
The annual New Haven Ledges Race will be held on April 6th (backup date 4/13). This year we have some big prizes thanks to our amazing sponsors who help make this race possible. Outdoor New England - ONE, NRS, Werner Paddles, Immersion Research, Vermont Paddlers Club Umiak Outdoor OutfittersRegister online now through the link below to guarantee your spot.
https://creekvt.com/races/
April 13, 2024, Half Marathon Unplugged
Welcome to our 18th Annual Half Marathon Unplugged that runs along the Burlington Greenway (bike path), which is adjacent to Lake Champlain with the Adirondacks in the distance. Unplugged is an organized, basic services race -- in other words, No Frills, No Hills! You won’t see 25,000 spectators like the Vermont City Marathon, or hear bands along the way, but you WILL experience a scenic, very flat, half marathon race. This is a perfect 'training race' for those running the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon on May 26th. The race course is point-to-point, starting at Airport Park in Colchester and finishing near Switchback Brewing on Flynn Avenue in Burlington. https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/VT/Burlington/2018HalfMarathonUnplugged
April 14, 2024, Mad River Triathlon
Mad River Triathlon is a four-sports event set in picturesque Mad River Valley, VT. The running race starts at the Warren School and follows the Mad River Path and VT 100. Racers will follow footpaths along the River and the shoulder of the road for 5 miles to the start of the paddling leg at Lareau Swimming Hole in Waitsfield. Transitioning to canoes and kayaks (or anything else that floats), racers will paddle 6 miles of fast-moving water, interspersed with class I and occasional II rapids to the takeout on Meadow Road and the beginning of the biking leg. A 10-mile-long bike leg consists of gravel roads, single track, unimproved forest roads, and pavement. The bike leg brings racers to the base of Mount Ellen for the final AT ski event. The ski event will consist of skinning up Mount Ellen and skiing down to the finish line. https://madriverpath.org/madrivertriathlon
April 27, 2024, Muddy Onion
Come out of your winter hibernation for a fully supported gravel grinder covering (almost) all of the amazing dirt roads Central Vermont has to offer. It's not easy, but it's definitely worth it. This year we will have three loops; a short loop (about 20 miles) for those who are just getting their bike legs under them, our classic long loop (about 40 miles), and an even longer loop (about 55 miles) for those of you who just couldn't get enough of the mud last year. We promise all loops will give you plenty of dirt, fun, and cow sightings. https://www.onionriver.com/pages/muddy-onion
April 27, 2024, April Bird Monitoring Walk
Huntington, Vermont - 7:30 am. Join our monthly monitoring walk to record birds on the Museum's property. Please bring your own binoculars and dress for the weather. Max: 12 people. Free, suggested donation $5 - $15 https://birdsofvermont.org/event/april-bird-monitoring-walk-2024/
April 27 - 28, 2024, The Boston Outdoor Expo
If you love hiking, climbing, water sports, camping, mountain biking, trail running or just being outside, then join our Outdoor enthusiast community for top tips, advice, event tickets, special offers and discounts. The NEW expo offers a full weekend of inspiration for outdoor enthusiasts, like you. See 30 speakers, take part in activities, and shop the latest gear, tech, nutrition and advice. It is a one stop shop to prepare you for your next adventure. https://thebostonoutdoorexpo.com/
May Events
May 4 - 5, 2024, 16th Annual Otter Creek Classic Fly Fishing Tournament
Green Mountain Adventures is proud to present the 16th Annual Otter Creek Classic Fly Fishing Tournament (OCC16). This is a fly fishing, catch and release “paper tournament”. Money raised will be used for community outreach as well as conservation, including restoration and streamside improvement projects. In the Otter Creek Classic’s first 15 years, the event has raised over $30,000 for local educational and conservation organizations. The purpose of this event is to promote community, celebrate opening weekend and ensure the sustainability and conservation of our local resources. https://www.mmvt.com/fishing/otter-creek-classic
May 8-10, 2024, The 39th Annual Vermont Tourism Summit
Mount Snow Grand Summit Resort in West Dover, Vermont. Save these dates and make plans now to participate! Building on the success of our last 38 Summits, the 2024 event is expected to draw over 200 attendees and will feature ample networking opportunities, 16 educational workshops, 3 general sessions, a robust silent auction, and lots of fun. https://www.vttourismsummit.org/
May 11, 2024, Annual Bike Swap
Find the perfect new-to-you bike, sell that old bike that’s been taking up space in your garage all these years, or better yet, do both! From kids bikes to road bikes, full suspension bikes and fat bikes, it’s all here and waiting for you! As always, our helpful and knowledgeable staff members will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and to guide you toward the bike that is best suited for your riding. This event takes place outside our new shop at 89 Main Street, Montpelier, VT. https://www.onionriver.com/pages/bike-swap
May 18, 2024, 9th Annual Richard's Ride
The Richard Tom Foundation will again be staging their annual ride out of Cochran's Ski Area in Richmond with a variety of road, gravel and mountain bike routes available. Richard’s Ride brings the entire RTF community together to celebrate Richard’s life as well as his enthusiasm for cycling and all that it adds to our lives. Richard’s Ride has something for everyone: from short family rides, to mountain bike trail rides, to road rides from 15 to 70 miles. Several vendors will be on site providing drinks and nutrition. Join RTF to honor the legacy of Richard Tom and help them create opportunities for all to discover the adventures, connections, and joys of cycling! https://www.richardtomfoundation.com/events-programs/43-annual-richards-ride
May 18, 2024, The Dandelion Run
Half Marathon, 10 K, 4 Mile and 2 Mile – Run, Bike or Hike on dirt roads through the World Famous Dandelion Fields of Derby, Morgan, and Holland. Musicians sprinkle the course. With a tasty and musical Dandy Pasta Dinner at the EastSide Restaurant on Friday evening before the run. It’s May! It’s Time to Run! Just for the Fun of It! https://kingdomgames.co/dandelion-run/
May 26, 2024, Vermont City Marathon & Relay
Every Memorial Day Weekend, more than 7,500 runners, 20,000 spectators and 1,700 volunteers come to Burlington Vermont for the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay - the second largest marathon in New England and the largest marathon relay in the nation. The course design allows specators to easily see runners at various mileage points during the race. The electrifying energy brought from the Taiko drummers, Burlington neighborhoods and the Church Street Marketplace provides a community experience unlike any other marathon event. The course takes runners along the Adirondack and Green Mountain-framed shores of Lake Champlain for unmatched scenic beauty. https://www.runvermont.org/
Green Mountain Adventures is proud to present the 16th Annual Otter Creek Classic Fly Fishing Tournament (OCC16). This is a fly fishing, catch and release “paper tournament”. Money raised will be used for community outreach as well as conservation, including restoration and streamside improvement projects. In the Otter Creek Classic’s first 15 years, the event has raised over $30,000 for local educational and conservation organizations. The purpose of this event is to promote community, celebrate opening weekend and ensure the sustainability and conservation of our local resources. https://www.mmvt.com/fishing/otter-creek-classic
May 8-10, 2024, The 39th Annual Vermont Tourism Summit
Mount Snow Grand Summit Resort in West Dover, Vermont. Save these dates and make plans now to participate! Building on the success of our last 38 Summits, the 2024 event is expected to draw over 200 attendees and will feature ample networking opportunities, 16 educational workshops, 3 general sessions, a robust silent auction, and lots of fun. https://www.vttourismsummit.org/
May 11, 2024, Annual Bike Swap
Find the perfect new-to-you bike, sell that old bike that’s been taking up space in your garage all these years, or better yet, do both! From kids bikes to road bikes, full suspension bikes and fat bikes, it’s all here and waiting for you! As always, our helpful and knowledgeable staff members will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and to guide you toward the bike that is best suited for your riding. This event takes place outside our new shop at 89 Main Street, Montpelier, VT. https://www.onionriver.com/pages/bike-swap
May 18, 2024, 9th Annual Richard's Ride
The Richard Tom Foundation will again be staging their annual ride out of Cochran's Ski Area in Richmond with a variety of road, gravel and mountain bike routes available. Richard’s Ride brings the entire RTF community together to celebrate Richard’s life as well as his enthusiasm for cycling and all that it adds to our lives. Richard’s Ride has something for everyone: from short family rides, to mountain bike trail rides, to road rides from 15 to 70 miles. Several vendors will be on site providing drinks and nutrition. Join RTF to honor the legacy of Richard Tom and help them create opportunities for all to discover the adventures, connections, and joys of cycling! https://www.richardtomfoundation.com/events-programs/43-annual-richards-ride
May 18, 2024, The Dandelion Run
Half Marathon, 10 K, 4 Mile and 2 Mile – Run, Bike or Hike on dirt roads through the World Famous Dandelion Fields of Derby, Morgan, and Holland. Musicians sprinkle the course. With a tasty and musical Dandy Pasta Dinner at the EastSide Restaurant on Friday evening before the run. It’s May! It’s Time to Run! Just for the Fun of It! https://kingdomgames.co/dandelion-run/
May 26, 2024, Vermont City Marathon & Relay
Every Memorial Day Weekend, more than 7,500 runners, 20,000 spectators and 1,700 volunteers come to Burlington Vermont for the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay - the second largest marathon in New England and the largest marathon relay in the nation. The course design allows specators to easily see runners at various mileage points during the race. The electrifying energy brought from the Taiko drummers, Burlington neighborhoods and the Church Street Marketplace provides a community experience unlike any other marathon event. The course takes runners along the Adirondack and Green Mountain-framed shores of Lake Champlain for unmatched scenic beauty. https://www.runvermont.org/
June Events
June 8 - 9, 2024, The Moose
103-mile “timed event” through Moose Country. We start and finish at Mike’s Tiki Bar in East Burke, VT, with a 66-mile Short Route starting at the Island Pond Historical Society. Wide open. car hungry roads. We follow the rules of the road, i.e., we stop at all stop signs, but jey, yjrtr str kidy yjtrr om 1-3 ,o;rd/ The course is build for speed and beauty. We welcome teams and pelotons. It's also a great buddy ride. We start and finish at Mike's Tiki Bar with 30 beer on tap and a gteat burrito wagon. https://kingdomgames.co/the-moose/
June 15 -16, 2024, Family Wilderness Skills Overnight
Join ROOTS for a day and night of family self reliance skills. We will cover lots of fun skills and work with everyone to learn where they are at regardless of age or skill. Learn how to set up camp with tarps and knots, make a camp fire with matches or bow drill, make rope and cordage from plants, and much more! We will also do some fun evening activities and have a campfire. Children 5 and under attend for free! https://rootsvt.com/events/family-wilderness-skills-overnight/
June 15 - 17, 2024, Father's Day Fishing Derby
Lake Champlain International's flagship event and a New England tradition. Fish for the following species: Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Sheepshead, Bowfin, Catfish, Brown Trout, Steelhead, Carp, and Landlocked Salmon. https://www.mychamplain.net/fathers-day-derby
June 22 - 23, 2024, The Ditch Pickle Classic
"Catch-Photo-Release" Fly Fishing Tournament on Lake Champlain! The 2024 DPC based out of Swanton, Vermont will be held on June 24th-25th on beautiful Lake Champlain. The DPC is open to anglers of all ages and skill levels. The 2023 DPC based out of Swanton, Vermont will be held on June 24th-25th on beautiful Lake Champlain. The DPC is open to anglers of all ages and skill levels. You don't need a big fancy bass boat to fish the DPC either! Kayaks, canoes and motor boats are all permitted. The DPC is a team event and we make every effort to pair people up with team mates and fill empty seats in boats. http://www.fishthepickle.com/
June 29, 2024, The Catamount Ultra Marathon
Stowe, VT - The Catamount Ultra Marathon starts and finishes at beautiful Trapp Family Lodge outside of Stowe VT. The 25k course is primarily wide, hard-packed dirt trail. Rolling through highland pastures and hardwood forest complete with maple sugar tap lines in place and ready for the spring "run", this course is not to be missed. Our course circumnavigates the incredibly well maintained and protected Trapp Family Lodge trail system at the foot of Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak. To complete the 50k course, runners will complete the 25k loop, two times. There is an 9 hour racer cutoff for the 50k. https://www.ironwoodadventureworks.com/catamount-ultra
103-mile “timed event” through Moose Country. We start and finish at Mike’s Tiki Bar in East Burke, VT, with a 66-mile Short Route starting at the Island Pond Historical Society. Wide open. car hungry roads. We follow the rules of the road, i.e., we stop at all stop signs, but jey, yjrtr str kidy yjtrr om 1-3 ,o;rd/ The course is build for speed and beauty. We welcome teams and pelotons. It's also a great buddy ride. We start and finish at Mike's Tiki Bar with 30 beer on tap and a gteat burrito wagon. https://kingdomgames.co/the-moose/
June 15 -16, 2024, Family Wilderness Skills Overnight
Join ROOTS for a day and night of family self reliance skills. We will cover lots of fun skills and work with everyone to learn where they are at regardless of age or skill. Learn how to set up camp with tarps and knots, make a camp fire with matches or bow drill, make rope and cordage from plants, and much more! We will also do some fun evening activities and have a campfire. Children 5 and under attend for free! https://rootsvt.com/events/family-wilderness-skills-overnight/
June 15 - 17, 2024, Father's Day Fishing Derby
Lake Champlain International's flagship event and a New England tradition. Fish for the following species: Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Sheepshead, Bowfin, Catfish, Brown Trout, Steelhead, Carp, and Landlocked Salmon. https://www.mychamplain.net/fathers-day-derby
June 22 - 23, 2024, The Ditch Pickle Classic
"Catch-Photo-Release" Fly Fishing Tournament on Lake Champlain! The 2024 DPC based out of Swanton, Vermont will be held on June 24th-25th on beautiful Lake Champlain. The DPC is open to anglers of all ages and skill levels. The 2023 DPC based out of Swanton, Vermont will be held on June 24th-25th on beautiful Lake Champlain. The DPC is open to anglers of all ages and skill levels. You don't need a big fancy bass boat to fish the DPC either! Kayaks, canoes and motor boats are all permitted. The DPC is a team event and we make every effort to pair people up with team mates and fill empty seats in boats. http://www.fishthepickle.com/
June 29, 2024, The Catamount Ultra Marathon
Stowe, VT - The Catamount Ultra Marathon starts and finishes at beautiful Trapp Family Lodge outside of Stowe VT. The 25k course is primarily wide, hard-packed dirt trail. Rolling through highland pastures and hardwood forest complete with maple sugar tap lines in place and ready for the spring "run", this course is not to be missed. Our course circumnavigates the incredibly well maintained and protected Trapp Family Lodge trail system at the foot of Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak. To complete the 50k course, runners will complete the 25k loop, two times. There is an 9 hour racer cutoff for the 50k. https://www.ironwoodadventureworks.com/catamount-ultra
July Events
July 4, 2024, Freedom Run
10 Mile, 10 K, 5 K and 2 Mile Runs and Walks – We celebrate Freedom from Tyranny and Freedom from Asphalt. We run from Prouty Beach, though the Bluffside Farm, along the Newport-Derby Bike Path up the east side of Lake Memphremagog, and on the Memphremagog Trails. https://kingdomgames.co/harry-corrow-freedom-run/
July 8 - 12, 2024, ROOTS Summer Camp!
We have worked with kids for over two decades, and are excited to show them the awe and wonder of the natural world along with feeling empowered with practical knowledge they can use for the rest of their lives. Carving, fire, naturalist skills, games, exploration, and so much more to set them up to confidently explore and embrace the adventure of being in the woods. We have two weeks of summer camp for kids ages 8-13. https://rootsvt.com/events/roots-day-camp/
July 11-14, 2024, Whitewater National Championships
When planning your summer schedule, be sure to include the Whitewater National Championships, as it returns to the Deerfield River this July 11-14! Featuring the infamous Zoar Gap, this course has hosted the event in the past and promises to be an exciting venue for 2024. It will attract the best Downriver and Wildwater racers from throughout the country. NECKRA is continuing to demonstrate its commitment to downriver racing through a major sponsorship of this event and we anticipate a popular and well-run series of races and sprints. Veteran Race Director Charley Brackett has been hard at work laying the groundwork and recently had his bid for the event approved. If you want to prepare for the race and check out the course, be sure to plan to be at the Zoar Gap Plunge on Sunday, June 9! https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=924853366308871&set=pcb.924858862974988
July 15 - 19, 2024, ROOTS Summer Camp!
We have worked with kids for over two decades, and are excited to show them the awe and wonder of the natural world along with feeling empowered with practical knowledge they can use for the rest of their lives. Carving, fire, naturalist skills, games, exploration, and so much more to set them up to confidently explore and embrace the adventure of being in the woods. We have two weeks of summer camp for kids ages 8-13. https://rootsvt.com/events/roots-day-camp/
July 19 - 21, 2024, Orleans County Fishing Derby
All Fish must be caught on any legal fish-able body of water within Orleans County. Weight in to be done at Green Mountain Sporting Goods in Irasburg. All fish are subject to inspection. Must follow all Vermont Fish and Wildlife regulations. Fish must be caught during the derby which starts on Friday the 19th of July at midnight and ends on Sunday the 21st of July at 2:00pm. All Profit proceeds will be given to the Vermont Traditions Coalition! To help fund the fight to persevere our Vermont way of enjoying the outdoors! https://www.facebook.com/events/1037745227314276
July 24 - 28, 2024, The OM Festival
Arlington, VT - The OM Festival is a transformational festival experience. You don’t want to miss everything we have to offer at this Vermont Yoga Festival. Early bird tier one tickets have DROPPED! Hurry as this is the best price of the year at only $199 for the entire 5 day festival. Join Us for 5 Magical Days in Vermont! General Admission tickets is your all access pass to the festival. Includes all classes, workshops and nightly entertainment. Camping and Parking are NOT included. For more information and to purchase your early bird tickets please go to http://www.theomfestival.com
July 27, 2024, Kingdom Swim
Our Flag Ship Swim – A robust weekend, celebrating open water swimming in the Heart of the Kingdom in the Heart of the Summer. With our Memphremagog Costume Parade down Main Street and our scrumptious Swimmers and Pasta Dinner at the EastSide on Friday. We offer courses of varying distances including our 25 km Border Buster, 10 miles, 10 km, 5 km, and 1 mile. All followed by an informal cool down swim at Lake Willoughby on Sunday. https://kingdomgames.co/kingdom-swim/
July 27, 2024, Moosalamoo Ultra
Goshen, VT - Race distances of 14 or 36 miles. Starting and ending at the picturesque Blueberry Hill Inn, just a short drive from Middlebury, Vermont, the Moosalamoo Ultra and Heavy Half has become a favorite among VT trail runners. Long challenging climbs, black bear sightings, stinging nettles are (for better or worse) hallmarks of this race. Each race is loaded with tough, yet beautiful mountain single track taking you to the top of Mount Moosalamoo with a spectacular view of Lake Dunmore. With most trails in the Green Mountain National Forest the 14 miler has about 2400 feet of elevation gain and the 36 miler has more than 5000 feet of gain. Family friendly and dog friendly, this race brings together a great community and great mountain trails! https://www.ironwoodadventureworks.com/moosalamoo-ultra
10 Mile, 10 K, 5 K and 2 Mile Runs and Walks – We celebrate Freedom from Tyranny and Freedom from Asphalt. We run from Prouty Beach, though the Bluffside Farm, along the Newport-Derby Bike Path up the east side of Lake Memphremagog, and on the Memphremagog Trails. https://kingdomgames.co/harry-corrow-freedom-run/
July 8 - 12, 2024, ROOTS Summer Camp!
We have worked with kids for over two decades, and are excited to show them the awe and wonder of the natural world along with feeling empowered with practical knowledge they can use for the rest of their lives. Carving, fire, naturalist skills, games, exploration, and so much more to set them up to confidently explore and embrace the adventure of being in the woods. We have two weeks of summer camp for kids ages 8-13. https://rootsvt.com/events/roots-day-camp/
July 11-14, 2024, Whitewater National Championships
When planning your summer schedule, be sure to include the Whitewater National Championships, as it returns to the Deerfield River this July 11-14! Featuring the infamous Zoar Gap, this course has hosted the event in the past and promises to be an exciting venue for 2024. It will attract the best Downriver and Wildwater racers from throughout the country. NECKRA is continuing to demonstrate its commitment to downriver racing through a major sponsorship of this event and we anticipate a popular and well-run series of races and sprints. Veteran Race Director Charley Brackett has been hard at work laying the groundwork and recently had his bid for the event approved. If you want to prepare for the race and check out the course, be sure to plan to be at the Zoar Gap Plunge on Sunday, June 9! https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=924853366308871&set=pcb.924858862974988
July 15 - 19, 2024, ROOTS Summer Camp!
We have worked with kids for over two decades, and are excited to show them the awe and wonder of the natural world along with feeling empowered with practical knowledge they can use for the rest of their lives. Carving, fire, naturalist skills, games, exploration, and so much more to set them up to confidently explore and embrace the adventure of being in the woods. We have two weeks of summer camp for kids ages 8-13. https://rootsvt.com/events/roots-day-camp/
July 19 - 21, 2024, Orleans County Fishing Derby
All Fish must be caught on any legal fish-able body of water within Orleans County. Weight in to be done at Green Mountain Sporting Goods in Irasburg. All fish are subject to inspection. Must follow all Vermont Fish and Wildlife regulations. Fish must be caught during the derby which starts on Friday the 19th of July at midnight and ends on Sunday the 21st of July at 2:00pm. All Profit proceeds will be given to the Vermont Traditions Coalition! To help fund the fight to persevere our Vermont way of enjoying the outdoors! https://www.facebook.com/events/1037745227314276
July 24 - 28, 2024, The OM Festival
Arlington, VT - The OM Festival is a transformational festival experience. You don’t want to miss everything we have to offer at this Vermont Yoga Festival. Early bird tier one tickets have DROPPED! Hurry as this is the best price of the year at only $199 for the entire 5 day festival. Join Us for 5 Magical Days in Vermont! General Admission tickets is your all access pass to the festival. Includes all classes, workshops and nightly entertainment. Camping and Parking are NOT included. For more information and to purchase your early bird tickets please go to http://www.theomfestival.com
July 27, 2024, Kingdom Swim
Our Flag Ship Swim – A robust weekend, celebrating open water swimming in the Heart of the Kingdom in the Heart of the Summer. With our Memphremagog Costume Parade down Main Street and our scrumptious Swimmers and Pasta Dinner at the EastSide on Friday. We offer courses of varying distances including our 25 km Border Buster, 10 miles, 10 km, 5 km, and 1 mile. All followed by an informal cool down swim at Lake Willoughby on Sunday. https://kingdomgames.co/kingdom-swim/
July 27, 2024, Moosalamoo Ultra
Goshen, VT - Race distances of 14 or 36 miles. Starting and ending at the picturesque Blueberry Hill Inn, just a short drive from Middlebury, Vermont, the Moosalamoo Ultra and Heavy Half has become a favorite among VT trail runners. Long challenging climbs, black bear sightings, stinging nettles are (for better or worse) hallmarks of this race. Each race is loaded with tough, yet beautiful mountain single track taking you to the top of Mount Moosalamoo with a spectacular view of Lake Dunmore. With most trails in the Green Mountain National Forest the 14 miler has about 2400 feet of elevation gain and the 36 miler has more than 5000 feet of gain. Family friendly and dog friendly, this race brings together a great community and great mountain trails! https://www.ironwoodadventureworks.com/moosalamoo-ultra
August Events
August 25, 2024, Race to the Top of Vermont
Stowe Mountain Resort - Every August the Northeast Delta Dental Race To The Top Of Vermont draws hikers, bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak. Our course ascends the historic Mansfield Toll Road, is 4.3 miles in length, and has 2564 feet of up. For some it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time on this challenging course. For others… they come to support the Catamount Trail Association, to test themselves, and to enjoy the spectacular views. https://racetothetopvt.weebly.com/
August 30 - September 1, 2024, Kingdom Climbing Weekend
Teaming up with Vermont’s oldest sporting camp, Quimby Country, CRAG-VT invites you to a weekend brimming with climbing, camaraderie, and old fashioned fun. Quimby Country, lovingly referred to as “summer camp for adults” will host climbers for an inclusive weekend just a short distance from Black Mountain, Vermont’s premiere crack climbing destination. The weekend includes accommodation for up to 40 climbers in charming rustic cottages on the shores of Forest Lake and Great Averill. Food includes a welcome outdoor buffet dinner on Friday evening, three meals on Saturday and a buffet breakfast on Sunday. Immerse yourself in the vibrant climbing community, forge new bonds, and tackle the multitude of top-tier routes and join us in celebrating CRAG-VT’s recent designation as the climbing Recreation Corridor Manager for Black Mountain. https://quimbycountry.com/kingdom-climbing-weekend/
Stowe Mountain Resort - Every August the Northeast Delta Dental Race To The Top Of Vermont draws hikers, bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak. Our course ascends the historic Mansfield Toll Road, is 4.3 miles in length, and has 2564 feet of up. For some it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time on this challenging course. For others… they come to support the Catamount Trail Association, to test themselves, and to enjoy the spectacular views. https://racetothetopvt.weebly.com/
August 30 - September 1, 2024, Kingdom Climbing Weekend
Teaming up with Vermont’s oldest sporting camp, Quimby Country, CRAG-VT invites you to a weekend brimming with climbing, camaraderie, and old fashioned fun. Quimby Country, lovingly referred to as “summer camp for adults” will host climbers for an inclusive weekend just a short distance from Black Mountain, Vermont’s premiere crack climbing destination. The weekend includes accommodation for up to 40 climbers in charming rustic cottages on the shores of Forest Lake and Great Averill. Food includes a welcome outdoor buffet dinner on Friday evening, three meals on Saturday and a buffet breakfast on Sunday. Immerse yourself in the vibrant climbing community, forge new bonds, and tackle the multitude of top-tier routes and join us in celebrating CRAG-VT’s recent designation as the climbing Recreation Corridor Manager for Black Mountain. https://quimbycountry.com/kingdom-climbing-weekend/
September Events
September is Vermont's Official River Cleanup Month
https://watershedsunitedvt.org/vermont-river-cleanup
September 7-8, 2024, Ladies AllRide Mountain Bike Skills Camps
Lyndonville, VT - Join Liv Ladies AllRide: Powered by SRAM Mountain Bike Skills Camps for 10th Season. Who’s ready to take their mountain bike skills to the next level? Registration is now open at www.ladiesallride.com for women over 18 of all skill levels, from beginner to seasoned rider. Ladies AllRide is in its tenth season of exceptional mountain bike skills camps in fun and inspiring riding destinations around the country. New this year is the addition of gravel groups at two of their hometown Bend, OR camps. https://www.pinkbike.com/news/ladies-allride-mountain-bike-skills-camps-open-registration-for-2024.html
September 11-12, 2024, Ladies AllRide Mountain Bike Skills Camps
Lyndonville, VT - Join Liv Ladies AllRide: Powered by SRAM Mountain Bike Skills Camps for 10th Season. Who’s ready to take their mountain bike skills to the next level? Registration is now open at www.ladiesallride.com for women over 18 of all skill levels, from beginner to seasoned rider. Ladies AllRide is in its tenth season of exceptional mountain bike skills camps in fun and inspiring riding destinations around the country. New this year is the addition of gravel groups at two of their hometown Bend, OR camps. https://www.pinkbike.com/news/ladies-allride-mountain-bike-skills-camps-open-registration-for-2024.html
September 13-15, 2024, Fall Doe Camp at Jackson's Lodge
Details coming soon at: https://www.doecamp.org/home
September 25 - 26, 2024, Vermont Conference on Recreation & Trails Symposium
We are excited to welcome parks and recreation professionals from around Vermont at the 80th VT Conference on Recreation! We are thrilled to be partnering with Vermont Trails & Greenways Council (VTGC) to offer a Trails Symposium in tandem with our long-running conference. The Trails Symposium adds an outdoor recreation angle to the traditional municipal parks and recreation focus of the conference. VRPA's event is a great place for networking, sharing ideas, learning about current trends, and getting a pulse on what is happening throughout the state. This two-day conference and trails symposium boasts over 27 educational sessions, networking events, an awards luncheon, and an exhibit hall. https://www.vrpa.org/Conference-Overview
https://watershedsunitedvt.org/vermont-river-cleanup
September 7-8, 2024, Ladies AllRide Mountain Bike Skills Camps
Lyndonville, VT - Join Liv Ladies AllRide: Powered by SRAM Mountain Bike Skills Camps for 10th Season. Who’s ready to take their mountain bike skills to the next level? Registration is now open at www.ladiesallride.com for women over 18 of all skill levels, from beginner to seasoned rider. Ladies AllRide is in its tenth season of exceptional mountain bike skills camps in fun and inspiring riding destinations around the country. New this year is the addition of gravel groups at two of their hometown Bend, OR camps. https://www.pinkbike.com/news/ladies-allride-mountain-bike-skills-camps-open-registration-for-2024.html
September 11-12, 2024, Ladies AllRide Mountain Bike Skills Camps
Lyndonville, VT - Join Liv Ladies AllRide: Powered by SRAM Mountain Bike Skills Camps for 10th Season. Who’s ready to take their mountain bike skills to the next level? Registration is now open at www.ladiesallride.com for women over 18 of all skill levels, from beginner to seasoned rider. Ladies AllRide is in its tenth season of exceptional mountain bike skills camps in fun and inspiring riding destinations around the country. New this year is the addition of gravel groups at two of their hometown Bend, OR camps. https://www.pinkbike.com/news/ladies-allride-mountain-bike-skills-camps-open-registration-for-2024.html
September 13-15, 2024, Fall Doe Camp at Jackson's Lodge
Details coming soon at: https://www.doecamp.org/home
September 25 - 26, 2024, Vermont Conference on Recreation & Trails Symposium
We are excited to welcome parks and recreation professionals from around Vermont at the 80th VT Conference on Recreation! We are thrilled to be partnering with Vermont Trails & Greenways Council (VTGC) to offer a Trails Symposium in tandem with our long-running conference. The Trails Symposium adds an outdoor recreation angle to the traditional municipal parks and recreation focus of the conference. VRPA's event is a great place for networking, sharing ideas, learning about current trends, and getting a pulse on what is happening throughout the state. This two-day conference and trails symposium boasts over 27 educational sessions, networking events, an awards luncheon, and an exhibit hall. https://www.vrpa.org/Conference-Overview
October Events
October 3-6 2024, The Pilgrimage
South Royalton, Vermont - We are one of the largest gatherings of like minded off-road and overlanding enthusiasts in the Northeast. Our participants come from all over the world and drive all sorts of vehicles ranging from Brand New Land Rover Defenders to early American 4x4s. Registration includes 1 vehicle and all passengers. A primitive campsite at our basecamp, Henderson’s Hideaway Campground which will be yours for the duration of the event. You can set up camp and leave everything as you go enjoy the trails for the day. You’ll have exclusive access to merchandise, free raffles, vendor areas and most-importantly our custom-curated maps of Vermont’s extensive Class IV road network. Map routes are pre-run by our staff and participants regularly and updated with obstacle notes, difficulty ratings and notable waypoints. https://the-pilgrimage.com/
October 5, 2024, Fly to Pie, Kingdom Marathon
Run, Bike or Hike – 26.2, 17, 13.5, and 6 miles – Doin’ the dirt through the gut of the Kingdom at the height of Fall Foliage. We start at the airport in Coventry (or at the Irasburg Common for the 10 Km option) and finish at Parker Pie, West Glover. All the pizza you can eat, Hill Farmstead Beer on tap, some fine music. One of the toughest, most spectacular marathons east of the Mississippi. Just the best way to finish up our year. https://kingdomgames.co/fly-to-pie-kingdom-marathon/
October 13, 2024, Middlebury Car Show and Fall Festival
Join the Better Middlebury Partnership and the Addison County Chamber of Commerce on Sunday, October 13th, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for the 3rd annual Middlebury Car Show and Fall Festival on Main Street, Middlebury and Triangular Park. Thanks to our many sponsors this is a FREE event to spectators. 50+ vendors, 75 show vehicles, Live Music in the gazebo, Children's Activities and much more. https://www.addisoncounty.com/middleburycarfest
October 20, 2024, Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon
Event by Ironwood Adventure Works @ Trapp Family Lodge - A challenging half and full marathon distance trail run in the heart of the Green Mountains at beautiful Trapp Family Lodge. Fall is the best time to visit Vermont and we think that running through crisp, colorful, fall foliage on the Trapp Lodge trail system is just the way to do it. October is a particularly special time to be in Stowe, winter is just around the corner and Oktoberfest is in full swing in and around town. This race will challenge you! Although Trapp lodge has some of the smoothest, most runnable trail around for running, they also boast some incredible single track. Steep climbs and descents and a newly updated climb to the highest point on the Trapp Lodge Property; Round Top Mountain! The 13.1 mile loop course is approximately 2/3 double track wide trails and dirt roads, and 1/3 serpentine, rugged single track. Full marathon racers will traverse this loop twice. This is a challenging trail race with significant elevation gain and loss and some steep scrambling segments. https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=109996
South Royalton, Vermont - We are one of the largest gatherings of like minded off-road and overlanding enthusiasts in the Northeast. Our participants come from all over the world and drive all sorts of vehicles ranging from Brand New Land Rover Defenders to early American 4x4s. Registration includes 1 vehicle and all passengers. A primitive campsite at our basecamp, Henderson’s Hideaway Campground which will be yours for the duration of the event. You can set up camp and leave everything as you go enjoy the trails for the day. You’ll have exclusive access to merchandise, free raffles, vendor areas and most-importantly our custom-curated maps of Vermont’s extensive Class IV road network. Map routes are pre-run by our staff and participants regularly and updated with obstacle notes, difficulty ratings and notable waypoints. https://the-pilgrimage.com/
October 5, 2024, Fly to Pie, Kingdom Marathon
Run, Bike or Hike – 26.2, 17, 13.5, and 6 miles – Doin’ the dirt through the gut of the Kingdom at the height of Fall Foliage. We start at the airport in Coventry (or at the Irasburg Common for the 10 Km option) and finish at Parker Pie, West Glover. All the pizza you can eat, Hill Farmstead Beer on tap, some fine music. One of the toughest, most spectacular marathons east of the Mississippi. Just the best way to finish up our year. https://kingdomgames.co/fly-to-pie-kingdom-marathon/
October 13, 2024, Middlebury Car Show and Fall Festival
Join the Better Middlebury Partnership and the Addison County Chamber of Commerce on Sunday, October 13th, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for the 3rd annual Middlebury Car Show and Fall Festival on Main Street, Middlebury and Triangular Park. Thanks to our many sponsors this is a FREE event to spectators. 50+ vendors, 75 show vehicles, Live Music in the gazebo, Children's Activities and much more. https://www.addisoncounty.com/middleburycarfest
October 20, 2024, Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon
Event by Ironwood Adventure Works @ Trapp Family Lodge - A challenging half and full marathon distance trail run in the heart of the Green Mountains at beautiful Trapp Family Lodge. Fall is the best time to visit Vermont and we think that running through crisp, colorful, fall foliage on the Trapp Lodge trail system is just the way to do it. October is a particularly special time to be in Stowe, winter is just around the corner and Oktoberfest is in full swing in and around town. This race will challenge you! Although Trapp lodge has some of the smoothest, most runnable trail around for running, they also boast some incredible single track. Steep climbs and descents and a newly updated climb to the highest point on the Trapp Lodge Property; Round Top Mountain! The 13.1 mile loop course is approximately 2/3 double track wide trails and dirt roads, and 1/3 serpentine, rugged single track. Full marathon racers will traverse this loop twice. This is a challenging trail race with significant elevation gain and loss and some steep scrambling segments. https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=109996
November Events
December Events
To get your outdoor recreation event posted, just email it to info@voga.org. Please use the format that we have above. VOGA members will get first priority. VOGA reserves the right to reject any submission that our staff deems not suitable for this venue.