School Ski Trip | School Skiing Trip to Smugglers Notch, Vermont, USA
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Smugglers Notch Resort, or "Smuggs", was ranked the #1 Kid-Friendly Resort in the Eastern U.S. and Canada in the 2015/2016 SKI Magazine resort survey completed by the magazine's readers. This means that there is plenty to do during and after skiing for our 321ski groups.
Three interconnected mountains comprise Smugglers Notch Resort which is northern Vermont's biggest vertical drop at 2,610 feet. Morse Mountain, the beginners' haven, rises directly out of the Resort Village. Sterling Mountain's terrain appeals especially to intermediates, while Madonna Mountain is the expert skiers' mountain.
This resort is the only one on the East Coast to offer a Triple Black Diamond run for the most able pupils and teachers.
For evening activities Smuggs offers a huge indoor games area, tubing, zip lines and a number of further options popular with all Year groups that visit.
Smugglers Notch Resort is exclusve to 321ski.
This year Smuggs has invested over $5 million in snow making facilities, guaranteeing great conditions from the start of season at the end of November through to mid-April. The snowmaking will be extended to 80% of the total ski areas.
For the boarders and more expert pupil skiers the following 'fun' additions are possible:
School ski trips visit Smuggs from December through to late April. With doorstep skiing and seasons ranging from late October to late April, Smugglers Notch Resort is a popular 321ski choice for our schools at all times of the year.
Accommodation for our school groups are in condos which are slopeside. This means that everything is within walking distance - ideal for safeguarding.
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At a Glance: Smugglers Notch
Resort: 3144ft
Pistes: 1000 acres
Best for: All levels
Snow coverage: 80%
Tubing: Yes
Doorstep skiing: Yes
Eve activities: Numerous
Exclusive to 321ski
An example of 321ski accommodation:
Slopeside Condos
Per Room: 4 students sharing two double beds
Condos: 1 bed, 2 bed, 3 bed options
Slopes: Immediate
Meals in resort restaurant
All rooms ensuite
Spacious high quality rooms