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Nordic News
The Nordic Ski & Snowshoe Center is closed for the season.  Thank you to everyone who made it a terrific year with some exciting events while enjoying the best trail  conditions in years. We look forward to welcoming you back in December. 

In the meantime we will open the Equestrian & Activity Center in May and we hope you will visit us then for some summer fun or horseback riding.

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The Mountain Top Nordic Ski & Snowshoe Center, one of the first commercial cross country ski touring centers in the East, has served the skiing public for over a quarter century. Located in a renovated horse stable, we pride ourselves on delivering some of the best cross country skiing on 60km of trails (40km groomed), with classical ski track and skating lanes. Our snowmaking system covers a 1.5km loop and our ski shop has the latest in ski and snowshoe rentals. The ski school is staffed with a friendly and knowledgeable staff of instructors for all skill levels. Our PistenBully groomer helps us to ensure that conditions are always perfect for our guests. Easy access to the Catamount Trail further extends the number of trails that you will enjoy.  In addition we offer horse drawn sleigh rides, snowmobiles, ice skating, the best sledding hill around.

"For the ultimate in Neiman Marcus fantasy fulfillment, head to the Mountain Top Inn... perched at the summit of a peaceful, starry world." Sandy MacDonald - Ski Magazine (October 2005)

After you've worked up an appetite on the trails, the Nordic Center offers hot drinks, lunches and a place to put your feet up with friends and family. Or visit the Highlands Tavern, serving casual bistro fare for lunch or dinner. Come for the day...and why not stay overnight? To learn more please call 800-445-2100 and ask about our seasonal packages and room rates.
Current Schedule of Events & Activities                  

In case you missed the 4th Annual Paintball Biathlon or you want to relive the exciting day here is a link to a video of the event on You Tube 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZLY5v6vwhI


Nordic Quest
- Join us for our Nordic Quest...fun for the entire family, with a friend or alone. Begin at the Nordic Ski Center as your starting point. For information regarding the Ski Vermont Nordic Quest program click here. And to see the clues for our Nordic Quest - Turnips, Tracks & Trails - click here. It's free and fun. Our Nordic Quest has been featured on www.easternslopes.com.

Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
- with or without snow. Call for the schedule.  802.483.2311
(30 minutes)  Adults $25  & Children under 14  $15  (3 years and under ride for free.)
Private rides available --- ask for details.  NEW this season --- Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride & Dinner Package

Dog Sled Rides - Call for details and schedule.  $75 per person.  (30 minutes)  Must be 5 years of age.
Click here for information regarding our partnership with
Happy Husky Kennels.

Guided Snowmobile Tours (30 minutes) - Adults $60 (second passenger $15)
Must have a valid drivers license to drive. Must be 12 years of age to ride. 

For more information regarding the events or to book any of the activities listed above please call:
802.483.2311 (Lodge) or 802.483.6089 (Nordic Center).

Winter 2008-09 Rates
DAY PASS - Use of Trails, Skating Rink & Sledding Hill SKI & SNOWSHOE RENTALS
PASS
FULL DAY
HALF DAY (12 - 4 PM)
Adult
$20
$16
Junior & Senior
$16
$12
6 Years & Under
No Charge
No Charge
PASS
FULL DAY
HALF DAY (12 - 4 PM)
Adult
$20
$16
Junior & Senior
$16
$12
   
SKATE RENTALS (All Ages) SEASON PASS - Must be purchased by 1/01/09
Gear
FULL DAY
HALF DAY (12 - 4 PM)
Ice Skates
$15
$7
Adult
          $160
Junior & Senior
$125
Family (3 members)
$325
Each additional member
$75
LEARN TO SKI PACKAGE  Must be 6 years old.  
Only valid midweek/non-holiday SKI LESSONS (1 hour Lessons) Must be 6 years old.
One Day*
$50pp

*Includes a one day pass, ski rental and one group lesson.

Group (3 or more)
           $20pp
Semi-private
$30pp
Private
$55pp
 
Links to things to do in winter

www.travel-vermont.net
www.snowshoemagazine.com
www.snocountry.com
www.xcskiresorts.com
www.catamounttrail
www.vtvast.org  (Vermont Association of Snow Travelers, Inc.)
www.xcski-vermont.com

Member of Vermont Ski Areas Association, Cross Country Ski Areas Association and NENSA.   

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