The Catamount Trail: 300 Miles of Cross-Country Skiing the Length of Vermont
At 300 miles in length and spanning the state of Vermont from bottom to top, the Catamount Trail is one of Vermont’s treasured gems. It is a cross-country ski trail that has been in the making since 1984 and was fully linked together in 2008. Skiers and snowshoers take to the trail every winter season — most for the day, many on CTA tours and some to go end-to-end — all enjoying the backcountry, touring center, farmland and village surroundings along the way. Celebrate our 25th Anniversary by joining us on one of our many tours or special events.
Mark Your Calendar for the Ladies Nordic Ski Expo
Join us for the First Annual Nordic Ladies Ski Expo at the Trapp Family Touring Center on Saturday January 10, 2009. Improve your enjoyment of skiing by improving your technique. Taught by women for women!
Get Involved: Fall Workday Schedule for the Catamount Trail
Fall is a perfect time to meet with old and new friends while getting yourself and the Trail in shape for this coming ski season.
New partnership with Ski Trax Magazine
The CTA has partnered with Ski Trax Magazine the largest cross-country ski magazine in North America. Sign up for Ski Trax Magazine at 65% off the subscription price and see the article on the CTA in their next issue!
Visit their Web site to subscribe: www.skitrax.com
CTA Survey Results
In order to better serve our CTA members, we sent out a survey during the summer via E-Bulletin to all members who we have current email addresses. Wonder what people had to say? You can review the results online (PDF) >
Catamount Trail 25th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Meeting on November 15
Results from the Race To The Top Of Vermont
New Results as of Sept 5th. Everybody in the race is one minute faster due to a timing error.
Catamount Trail Association Takes 3rd Place in National Grant Contest
Thanks for your support!
Jim Fredericks, Executive Director of the Catamount Trail Association attended the official announcement of the recipients of the Redwood Creek Outdoor Project Grant in Salt Lake City, UT over the weekend. Representatives from the top five non-profits were flown to the Outdoor Retailer Show compliments of Redwood Creek Winery to witness the announcement of the grant winner and runner-up. The announcement took place before thousands of outdoor enthusiasts at a Rusted Root concert. The $50,000 first place grant award went to Trout Unlimited and the second place award of $10,000 was given to the Friends of the Cheat. Even though we were not allowed to view the final voting numbers, we were told that the Catamount Trail Association came in a very close 3rd place.
I want to take this time to thank all the supporters of the CTA who made the effort to cast daily votes for our organization. We were up against some very large non-profits and although we didn't come home with money, we did receive some great national exposure. With or without this money, our mission will still be to conserve the last 90 miles of unprotected Trail and keep the entire 300-miles open for your skiing enjoyment this winter and for many winters to come.
A Note from Gert Lepine!
April 1, 2008
Dear Friends at the Catamount Trail,
What a great party we had at our house due to the Trail.
The Kroka Expedition had scheduled a stop at our house early on. But to make it a super occasion was a surprise birthday party for Hannah (a counselor). Her mother and younger sister came from Hartland with a beautiful, three-layer chocolate cake with ample frosting.
You can imagine these teenagers just off the Trail after months in the outdoors. What a treat for everybody.
Congratulations to everyone involved in the creation and conservation of this wonderful project – the Catamount Trail.
Seeing what this project is offering to these teenagers makes the whole thing one of Vermont’s Greatest Treasures!
You’re the greatest!
Sincerely,
Gert Lepine
Note: Gert, whose farm is located in the Mud City section of Morrisville, donated CTA's first trail easement in 1994.
Backcountry Skiers Brave the Catamount Trail Challenge!
Check out the news and results from the Catamount Trail BC Challenge Race >
Become a Member
Members are the backbone of the Catamount Trail and support its maintenance and protection. The Trail was founded, built, and is maintained by members. For as little as $35 for a basic CTA membership, you can help us continue to keep this valuable Vermont asset open to the public for generations to come. Other benefits our membership has to offer include:
- Catamount Rewards Booklet—Members receive over $900 in coupons including half-price and discount skiing at alpine and Nordic ski areas as well as discounts at many sport retailers throughout Vermont.
- FREE Ski Tours—Enjoy FREE day tours along the Trail and beyond.
- Subscription to "Catamount Trail News"—This tri-annual newsletter provides members with insightful articles, CTA's schedule of tours and events, trail & work days, and other ski events throughout Vermont.
Join or renew today using our secure and easy online membership form >
Call 802-864-5794 or e-mail info@catamounttrail.org for more information.
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