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Stowe Mountain Resort's International Sales Coordinator plays Fenway Park

I am a US Army Musician in "Vermont's Own" 40th Army Band. On June 12, 2010 we were chosen to play the National Anthem at Fenway Park in front of 38,000 crazy Red Sox fans. I had only been to this famous baseball field once in my life! Now, I had the chance to stand on a field where legends in Baseball have set foot. We were introduced as representing 3000 National Guard members from New England serving in Afghanistan. I stood at attention, my knees trembled and shivers shot down my spine. At that point, I realized where I was and why I was there. My knees trembled not because I was playing in the band or standing on a famous baseball field. It was because the notes that resonated out of my trumpet represented all of the courageous men and women deployed overseas and their families.

I will probably never have this amazing opportunity again in my lifetime and it is a story I will tell my grand children. So for all of you Red Sox fans out there, I want to thank you for giving me these amazing 90 seconds of playing time on your field; it really was an incredible experience.

Chris B.
US Army Musician
40th Army Band

Opening Day at the Summer Attractions

I really like opening day of the resort [in summer and winter]. The change of season, weather and operations are inspiring. The shades of green on the mountain IMHO are as beautiful as the fall colors. And to see the guests arrive is a great feeling. It takes literally hundreds of staffers to stage this show and when the weather cooperates, it's just fun. Today has been perfect as the pics we'll post later will testify. Thanks to all who came out on such a great day.

We opened the summer season today with free Summer Attractions Passes for any and all immediate family members of deployed Vermont National Guard members. We'll be taking family photos and videos that their loved ones will be able to see from where ever in the world they are serving.

I would also like to thank all of our military men and women for their service. Be safe and get back to Vermont as soon as possible!

Colbourn

It's Not Easy Being Green, but it's Worth It!

Suzi Zakowski from Audubon International paid us a site visit yesterday as part of our 'Sustainable Community' status.

Stowe Mountain Resort earned the Sustainable Community Certification from Audubon International this past March, becoming the first mountain resort in the U.S. to merit the environmental achievement. Members of Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program are eligible for certification, which recognizes dedication to the process of becoming a more sustainable community and beginning to act on a sustainability plan. The plan covers 15 focus areas, and members must choose timelines and measurable goals. Once progress is documented, members become certified.

By Jeff Wise

Learn more about the program at http://scp.auduboninternational.org/

I had the pleasure of representing Stowe at the Discover Jazz Festival last week. We had a booth set up for the Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings show handing out Stowe Points Cards and discounted summer attractions vouchers. At all of my events I have tons of giveaways, so make sure you know where we’re going and show up! The show started with a band called Bearquarium, which rocked the house and really got the crowed warmed up. All acoustic, Bearquarium is definitely my kind of music. Vermont seems to produce some awesome jazz/funk/etc… bands. As the sun set over Champlain Sharon Jones started wailing and didn’t stop well into the night.

Literally, from her first note until her last, the energy was incredible. I think she had the speakers turned up to eleven.

~Bryan

Stowe, Ohio?

Not really but Stowe Mountain Resort attended the Ohio Valley Ski Council Summit this past weekend. It is amazing how many people come to Stowe Mountain Resort from all over the United States and the World. This past weekend it was Dayton, Ohio's turn to tell us why they love coming to Stowe Mountain Resort. A few key words that we took away from this great event were, breath-taking beauty, quintessential New England, great food, great skiing and the best one, FUN!

Who wouldn't want to have FUN!

-Shawn-

Music....Music....Music.....

Wow what a great weekend I experienced of listening to live music. Really made me realize how amazing Burlington VT's venues really are...Nothing like jamming out on a nice day with great friends!

All in one weekend I was lucky enough to see a blue grass festival at Shelburne Museum which included Alison Krauss and Union Station..What a voice she has and what a venue that is! Great crowd of people (all ages), nice and mellow. Always wanted to see her and now I have!

Next on the agenda was Michael Franti & Spearhead at the Champlain Valley Fair Grounds on Saturday night. One of my most favorite bands ever and to see them live is really AMAZING! A great vibe and music to boot. Franti ended the show with "Say Hey" and pulled every child in the crowd up on stage! Was really cool to see him interact with the kids and to listen to 10 year olds sing every lyric to the song!


Now I get to enjoy Jazz Fest all week/weekend in Burlington VT! Wow! Jazz Fest is an annual week June 4-13 of live music in various locations throughout Burlington (including the Waterfront Park). This year Stowe will be sponsoring Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings Thursday June 10th at 6pm on the Waterfront Park. It's going to be an insane show! I hope that you all get to enjoy Jazz Week in Burlington, it's definitely a sight to see.

~Danielle~

Time to get in shape

This past weekend I was at the Vermont City Marathon where I was part of the Stowe Mountain Resort booth set up at the registration expo. It really made me think that I need to get back into shape. It seems like in Vermont we go from being in super shape for ski season to super shape for watching the snow melt. I was lucky enough to be sharing booth space with the folks from the Catamount Trail Association to help promote the Race to the Top of Vermont which will be held at Stowe Mountain Resort's Toll Road at the end of August. Seeing all of the crazy marathoners has motivated me to at least contemplate doing the Race to the Top of Vermont. I guess I’ll have to see how my training regiment progresses through the summer.

-Bryan

Chasing Waterfalls

It's damp out there! We need it or at least my friends' gardens do. A little rain can create the perfect day to grab a cup of Joe for the road (perhaps from the Green Goddess in the lower village) and search for waterfalls along Rte 108. A few spots can be admired right from your car. Foster's Swimming Hole for one, an emerald pool with a small waterfall feature is located on the lower part of Notchbrook Road. For the more adventurous, hike a short distance from the roadside to find Bingham Falls. I didn't post a picture, you'll have to see for yourself.

-Kim

I never know who I will bump into exploring Stowe Mountain Resort. It could be a die hard athlete running up a steep trail; friends from out of town at the Cliff House Restaurant or this little guy slogging across my path. No matter who or what I bump into; I always want to know what lead them there and where they are going?

-Kim

Ahhhhh June!

What's not to Love?

I had the most amazing morning. My commute involves a bit of driving and this morning there were significant clouds along with a few early morning breaks of sun. This was in the 6:30-7a drive time. Having some knowledge of the resort and weather, I knew the clouds were in the lower valley. I opened my office [the laptop takes a while to wake up...another story] and headed up to the Stowe Mountain Club golf course. As expected, it was sunny and warm with still air. I grabbed a cart and headed up with camera in hand and took some amazing photos which made it to http://www.stowe.com/ by 8:30a. Yep - another rough start to my work day and no - I did not golf this morning.

Colbourn