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Brattleboro's Historic Ski Jump To Be Re-Constructed Construction of the new tower and in-run for the Harris Hill Ski Jump in Brattleboro, Vermont is underway and the goal is to have the work completed before the snow flies, or by Thanksgiving, whichever comes first. That's according to Jason Evans of J. Evans Construction in Dummerston, Vermont, the contractor for the project who is working hard to meet this aggressive schedule. The Harris Hill Ski Jumping Competition is a celebrated Brattleboro tradition that dates back to 1922.... |
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Vermont Fall Festivals The sunny, crisp days of September in Vermont are an ideal time to get outside and visit a community fair, sample local food at an autumn festival, check out beautiful locally-made artwork and handcrafted furniture, and take in some spectacular fall foliage. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening in mid-September. For a comprehensive listing of events, visit www.VermontVacation.com. Plymouth Cheese & Harvest Festival Plymouth Notch – September 20, 2008... |
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2008-2009 Vermont Ski Resort Deals Deals aside, skiing and riding are a value for life. They are a lifestyle; physically challenging sports; family adventures; a common bond. They open the door to winter fun – bringing people of all ages together and satisfying the mildest of carvers to the heartiest of dare-devils. The common denominator is a universal feeling of joy – often revealed through a rosy-cheeked smile at about 4:00 p.m. slope-side. Don’t get Ski Vermont wrong, it’s nice to save a buck too, but... |
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Vermont Hits 4.3 Million Skier Visits for 2007-08 Season Vermont ski areas recorded 4,354,621 skier visits for the 2007-08 season, announced the Vermont Ski Areas Association at its June 12 Annual Meeting held at Mount Snow Resort. This marked a 14% increase over the prior year’s tally, and was well ahead of the industry’s 10-year average. “The resounding theme of this year’s season was well-timed and record-setting snowfall that greeted skiers and riders with fresh powder for just about every weekend and holiday period,”... |
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Vermont Reports Strong Winter 2008 Seasion Vermont is wrapping up one of its best winter seasons in recent memory, thanks to an ideal combination of significant and persistent snowfall that drew millions of visitors here to enjoy a variety of recreational activities. According to the Department of Tourism and Marketing, tax revenue collected for Rooms and Meals is showing that this year’s snowy winter has been a good season for Vermont’s tourism industry. Rooms and Meals tax revenue generated during December, January... |
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