Good Day from Stowe

Weather is sunny & bright but still about 10 degrees at noon time. A little snow is forecasted for Friday & Saturday evenings which will be good for the trails. Some of the trails are getting polished and could use some good snow.
The weather is suppose to warm over the weekend but get cold again next week. We will ski as much as possible and keep you posted.
It will be time soon to think about your summer vacation plans. If you ahve not experienced Stowe in the summer you should think about that option. Stowe does the majority of it's income in the non-winter months and something is going on in Stowe almost every weekend during the warm months. Within the next few days we will have part of the summer calendar on this site.
Ken Libby

Woodchuck Day

Friday, Feb 2 is the celebration of the first annual Woodchuck Day in Vermont. Nationally it is known as Groundhog Day but if you look up the definition of Gorundhog it reads "Woodchuck".
Vermonters have been known as Woodchucks for years and are proud of it. As part of the celebration the Stowe Mountain Resort will be selling lift tickets for the day at $35.00.
Skiing has been excellent from the ankles down but cold but the neck up. The forecast is for a warming trend starting tomorrow, Tuesday with some light snow fall this weekend. Come and enjoy the start of the 2nd half of what is turning out to be a great skiing and riding season although it started very late.
If you need lodging contact Stowe Realty at www.StoweRealtyRentals.com and we will find something for you. If you are planning to come up for President's Week you should book a house or condo ASAP as the word seems to finally be out that we have great conditions and the phone has been ringing off the hook.
Ken Libby

Upcoming Holiday

Boy, winter started late but it has come with full fury. With the amount of snow we have received in the past two weeks conditions are outstanding. Yesterday was about 30 degrees, sunny and one of those days you live for.
The forecast for the next couple of weeks continues to indicate great snow making weather and a few storms. This bodes well for the President's Week vacation and our phones in the rental division indicates that people are looking forward to being in Stowe for some great skiing & riding.
Feel free to contact us if you ahve any questions about the rest of the winter season. It won't be long before we haul the golf clubs out of the closet and head for the links.
Ken Libby

Whata beautiful day!!

Sunny and about 17 degrees has made for a beautiful day on the mountain and in Stowe in general. In addition, Winter Carnival is in full swing and I will attempt to attach some of the 15 photos I took yesterday of the ice sculptures. Most are truly awesome.
President's week promises to be very busy. Our rental division has been getting numerous calls each day and it doesn't seem to let up which is great. If you want to come to Stowe for President's Week I suggest you plan soon. Ken Libby

Snow Exceeds Predictions

I wrote yesterday that the forecast was for 7-10 inches and maybe as much as 15. Since noon yesterday I have received in excess of 12 inches at my house and another 5-6 is predicted ending late tonight.
The forecast for the next 5 days is Sunny each day with normal temperatures. This will make for OUTSTANDING skiing & riding during Winter Carnival week which started yeaterday.
Come & Enjoy, this is the best of the winter so far!!!!
Photo is from the ice carving competition at last year's Carnival.
Ken Libby

Snowing hard in Stowe, Winter Carnival starts today

It is snowing hard, perdicitions for significant snow fall between Friday morning & Saturday after dark, some say 8-10 inches and somw say maybe 15 inches, depending upon the storm track.
Winter Carnival starts today for 9 days and skiing will be outstanding. The temperature is in the 20's, and suppose to stay low enough all week to keep the ice carvings frozen, snow making working and skiing outstanding. To see a list of all of the carnival events go to: http://gostowe.com/home/thisweek.php#SpecialEvents.
Hope to see you in Stowe and when you are in town stop by for a chat. If you need to rent a house or condo for your visit give us a call.
Ken Libby

Stowe as it is meant to be

The weather is everything Stowe wants. Great snow fall the last two days, total at my house about 6-7 inches, more on the mountain. Temperatures at 5PM about 15 degrees with the forecast not to reach 30 for the rest of the month. That means the powder makers on the mountain will be hard at work every night this month. Conditions for the Stowe Winter Carnival, which starts on Jan 19th for a weekm will be among the best in years for the on hill activites and also for the ice carvings which are always such a hit.
Also, with the weather we should see some excellent skiing & riding for President's week in February. The phones have been active in the rental division for that week most of the last 4 days. www.StoweRealtyRentals.com still has a number of very good homes and condos available to rent for all occassions but suggest you not wait if you have a large group.
If you want to view the full schedule of events for winter carnival go to:
http://gostowe.com/home/thisweek.php#SpecialEvents

Calling In Stuck...

Have you been saving up your sick days? Because, it's here, it's here, it's here! The snow is falling and it's predicted to stay cold for the remainder of the winter! The ski season we've been waiting for has finally started. (I feel like a kid at Christmas, can you tell?!)
I predict a lot of "calling in sick" tomorrow.If that doesn't work, there's always "calling in stuck" due to weather.
Met a guy on the chairlift who drove up from Mt. Snow yesterday morning. When I asked whether he was from that area he told me "heck no, I live in New York, but when I looked out the window at my bed & breakfast and saw it was raining, I packed everything up, jumped in the car and drove up here." Now that's the spirit!
If Dr. Weather is right, we don't have to be that spontaneous anymore. It's safe to go ahead and book that trip. Start at Stowe Realty Rentals and then move on to Stowe Mountain Resort to book your tickets. If you book a week in advance you'll save 15% on lift tickets or 25% if you book with your American Express Card!

Vermont Ski Museum

Check out the fundraiser this week for the Vermont Ski Museum. Elizabeth Von Trapp will perform in concert and she will have a surprise partner on the cello, Ski racer Doug Lewis.
The fundraiser is Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 in the theatre at the Town Memorial building on Main St at 7PM.
Ken Libby

Bringing Fido to Stowe

Thinking about Bringing Fido to Stowe? Most of the Rental Agencies have an inventory of dog friendly properties. There's no better place for activities to do with your dog either. The famous Stowe Recreation Path allows dogs and even provides "clean up stations" at the parking areas. Canine companions are always welcome at Stowe Dogs in the Gale Farm Shopping Center on the Mountain Road. Dave, the owner, keeps dog biscuits ready for four-legged visitors.
There are lots of options for boarding, or for Doggie Day Care, to keep your dog happy while you are on the slopes. At the end of a long day, there's nothing better for a tired out owner/skier than a tired out pup. Check out Stowe Kennel Kare, on Adams Mill Road, Stowe, or Claire's Dog Camp, in Morrisville, See Spot Run, in Jeffersonville or Lamoille Kennels in Morrisville. Ask your Rental Agent which one is closest to your location.
Don't forget to stop by Gracies to pick up a homemade doggie treat from their "Gourmutt" Shop. This dog-themed restaurant is a favorite of Stowe locals. Their new, larger location on the Mountain Road, and right off the Rec Path, has allowed them to expand their offerings. Kids will get a kick out of all the Dog related artwork and photos.

Ski Guru Picks Stowe for Night Life

Confirming what we've known all along, Boston Globe's Ski Guru, Ethan Binns, has just named Stowe the Best New England Ski Resort for Night Life.
One fabulous place Binns didn't mention is Stowe's Blue Moon Cafe. Ask the owner, Jim Barton, to suggest a great bottle of wine to go with your meal. He's always got the inside line on something we haven't tried. The Blue Moon's menu changes weekly, so check it out online before you go. They're open seven days a week, so if you're on vacation, pick a mid-week night and book it for late so you can linger over your meal. We'd also suggest you make a reservation. If they're "fully committed" ask about eating at the bar, where their bartender, Veronica will make you feel right at home. I'm hungry just thinking about it...
Stowe Mountain Resort is reporting great conditions today for the folks lucky enough to be skiing mid-week.

The Promise of a Forested Landscape

The Stowe Land Trust's In From the Cold Speaker Series continues in Stowe on January 9th, with Chittenden County Forester, Michael Snyder leading an informative discussion on the important role modern forestry plays in Stowe.
Tuesday, January 9th, 7:00PM, Vermont Ski Museum. Admission to the In From the Cold speaker series is free, though donations are always welcome. To pre-register, call (802)253-7221.