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Humans have been going downhill on their rear ends since, well, forever. On snow, the classic conveyance is the sled, triggering for many an image...

Backcountry skiing at Bolton Valley A new year symbolizes a clean slate. It might not be easy to wipe away the challenges and heartbreak of 2020, but we can enter 2021 with renewed hope for the days ahead. With a new president set to take office and more COVID-19 vaccines on the way, change is already in the air. Here in Vermont, we see the possibilities in a generous snowfall. Since everybody loves to make fresh tracks, we sought out the wh...

Sledder on a Mad River Rocket Choosing the "best" sledding hills in Vermont is a fools errand, akin to picking the best beaches in California or the best pizza in New York City. Once the Green Mountain State turns white, word of mouth and a modest amount of searching will reveal a plethora of opportune spots for getting your adrenaline rush on a long, steep downhill run. Still, it helps to have a few recommendations to get started. Bombing d...