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How to Go Skiing in Middlebury College Snow Bowl, Vermont

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Book a ski or snowboard trip to Middlebury College Snow Bowl, Vermont. This ski park is open from December until April. Its hours of operation will vary depending on snow conditions, however, it will typically be open between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. during the week and between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the weekends.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Computer with Internet access

Book Your Ski Trip Accommodations

Step1
Book lodging by visiting the Middlebury Snow Bowl Web site (see Resources below). You can also call them directly at 1-802-388-4356.
Step2
Stay at 1 of the 15+ bed and breakfast establishments located near the ski area. Prices for the bed and breakfasts vary from cheap to expensive.
Step3
Enjoy the comfort of a room at a local inn. Prices for inns vary greatly as some are quite cheap, while others are quite expensive, depending on the number of amenities, the time of season and the inn's proximity to the Middlebury Snow Bowl.

Research Travel Options for Your Ski Trip

Step1
Fly into Burlington Airport.
Step2
Take Route-125 and find the Middlebury Snow Bowl located midway between Route-7 on the west and Route-100 on the east.

Budget for Your Ski Trip to the Middlebury Ski Bowl

Step1
Take advantage of reasonable equipment rental prices. Rental prices are greatly reduced if reserved ahead of time and included as part of a package.
Step2
Pick a ski pass that is right for you. Available passes include Adult, Student and Senior passes for full day and half day skiing. Pass prices go up in October.
Step3
Sign up for a few private classes before hitting the slopes. Lessons can be purchased as part of a package and coupled with equipment rentals if needed.

Discover What the Middlebury College Snow Bowl Has to Offer

Step1
Check the Middlebury Snow Bowl, Vermont snow report by visiting their Web site (see Resources below). Click 'Daily Conditions Report.'
Step2
Know that the Middlebury Snow Bowl, Vermont has a base elevation of 1,600 feet, a summit elevation of 2,650 feet, a vertical drop of 1,050 feet, 110 acres of terrain park and 130 inches of new snow each year.
Step3
Discover the 15 trails offered at the Middlebury College Snow Bowl.
Step4
Enjoy the 3 lifts offered at the Middlebury Snow Bowl. They include 1 triple chair lift and 2 double chair lifts.

Tips & Warnings

  • Book your ski trip online to save time and money. There are often specials that are only available online.

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