Plan the ultimate summer vacation at one of these Vermont ski resorts

by svc-uo | Jul 26, 2023 | Featured blog

We’re well into July now, but don’t let anyone tell you that summer is almost over—you don’t need that kind of negativity in your life! Maybe you’d expect the winter sports enthusiasts at the Vertical Challenge to be champing at the bit to strap on our skis again, and...

Summer 2023 Events are Here!

by svc-uo | Jun 5, 2023 | Featured blog

As the countdown until summer dwindles, our offseason and summer events begin. We began with out-of-season events last year and we loved being involved with competitors, families, and friends all year long. It is a privilege to meet all types of athletes and represent...

How to Know if You Have a Good Ski or Snowboard Instructor

by svc-uo | Apr 26, 2023 | Featured blog

If you’ve just started taking ski or snowboard lessons. We congratulate you on taking a big step towards heightened awareness of your form, sharper skills and better safety practices. At the Vertical Challenge, we witness the evolution of skiers and snowboarders who...

A Nutmeg State Weekend!

by svc-uo | Feb 24, 2023 | ex, News

Test Your Constitution We hold races this weekend in The Constitution State! Here’s where we’ll be: Saturday: Mount Southington, Connecticut Sunday: Ski Sundown, Connecticut We were originally scheduled to host an event Friday at Nashoba Valley in Massachusetts, but...

10 Benefits of Ski Lessons for Children

by svc-uo | Feb 22, 2023 | News

Few things in this world are cuter than watching a bundled-up five-year-old glide down the bunny slopes on miniature skis. You might have even seen a few participating in Vertical Challenge races (which are open to all ages and ability levels). Maybe the sight of...