We’re gearing up for the 2021 Vertical Challenge season! This will be a season like never before, but we’re committed to making it as fun (and safe) as we possibly can. With that in mind, we’ve put together some information to help you get a feel for how we’ll do things. We should mention...Read More
The Vertical Challenge is excited to announce our first event dates for 2021! Here’s the “Super Six!” Saturday, January 23, 2021 – Jiminy Peak, MA Sunday, February 7, 2021 – Pats Peak, NH Saturday, February 20, 2021 – Lost Valley, ME Saturday, March 6, 2021 – Berkshire East, MA Sunday, March 7, 2021 – Catamount,...Read More
The Finals Cancelled We waited as long as we could to do so, but we have had to cancel the VC Finals scheduled for Jay Peak Resort on March 28. The entire resort will be closed due to concerns over the coronavirus. Jay’s president/GM, Steve Wright, wrote a letter explaining why and you can read...Read More
Those of you who have attended Vertical Challenge events over the last month, or who have followed us on Facebook, have no doubt noticed a big new addition we’ve made. Our friends at Stonyfield, in addition to sending out samples of their delicious organic yogurt products, have brought with them an inflatable cow. She instantly...Read More
We’re excited to announce the VC has partnered with SHRED DOG. What do they do? Well, they create what their customers tell them is the best kids snow gear on the planet – more waterproof, more breathable, and with more performance features for kids than other brands. SHRED DOG features clothing and accessories designed specifically...Read More
The Vertical Challenge is about giving skiers of all ages and ability levels the opportunity to enjoy ski and snowboard racing, even if they’ve never done it before. One thing we’ve noticed over the years is that when families come to a VC event once, they enjoy it and want to come back. That means...Read More
We’ll do very few, if any, portions of VC events in resorts’ indoor areas. Dress to be outside more than usual. Don’t forget masks! #skivcpic.twitter.com/rwiXHY4Lvk
An area of focus at the Vertical Challenge has always been mentoring young people. We know kids won’t always remember to social distance or keep masks in place because, you know, they’re kids. Crew members will try to be parents' allies in this area & gently remind youngsters. pic.twitter.com/C2z60S9YOs
Vertical Challenge founder Frank Tansey is at the VC warehouse today getting gear together to be ready for the start of the season. He's excited for it - as you'll be able to tell in this video! #skivcpic.twitter.com/H38LwDqj0M
2021 ‘Sup #1
Staying safe is important to the VC. We won't have everybody stick out tongues & say "aah!" We will check temperature on each crew member before departure for resorts. Sick crew folks won’t participate. We'll also require crew to get COVID tests the week of events. pic.twitter.com/oCRGF5ZsYO
We’ve spent the offseason trying to work up procedures to help us execute events safely and awesomely. We’ve tried to summarize all the precautions, predictions, and permutations in this blog post. We’ll keep updating it - and you - with info.ski-vc.com/the-vc-is-read…
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