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If you enjoy working in the woods and have some time to spare, please join the Valley’s CTA Trail Chiefs in the their annual effort to clear the Catamount Trail of blow-downs, branches, and brush. The Mad River Valley is extremely fortunate to have access to one of the most incredible backcountry recreation opportunities in […]
Back by popular demand: MRVBC has partnered again with Kel Rossiter of Adventure Spirit to offer a 1-day workshop on backcountry fundamentals. The BC Primer will be an all-day workshop held at the Mad River Glen Basebox and on the mountain on Sunday, December 3, 2023. The course topics will help those who are newer […]
The Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition (MRVBC), a Vermont non-profit corporation, will hold its annual meeting on Zoom on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Virtual Meeting Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85887579386?pwd=bExPdnZIUVVmS0VDSkkreFBSbDcyUT09%3cbr%3e%3cbr%3eMeeting The board of directors will give a brief report on the organization’s status, highlighting accomplishments from 2023 and goals for the coming year. Links to […]
Skiers and riders will meet at either Sugarbush or Mad River Glen in the wee hours of the morning to rise and rip! Exact time and location will be TBD each week based on conditions. The event leader will communicate the details each week via email/text to all who opt in to the group. Feel […]
Skiers and riders will meet at either Sugarbush or Mad River Glen in the wee hours of the morning to rise and rip! Exact time and location will be TBD each week based on conditions. The event leader will communicate the details each week via email/text to all who opt in to the group. Feel […]
Skiers and riders will meet at either Sugarbush or Mad River Glen in the wee hours of the morning to rise and rip! Exact time and location will be TBD each week based on conditions. The event leader will communicate the details each week via email/text to all who opt in to the group. Feel […]
The Mad River Valley is extremely fortunate to have access to one of the most incredible backcountry recreation opportunities in Vermont – the Phen Basin. As a chapter of the Catamount Trail Association, MRVBC has committed to the care and management of access to this resource by adopting section 19S from the Battleground condominiums north […]
The new tools are here, the new tools are here! Just in time for Trail Work Day – Sunday Oct 13 The Mad River Valley is extremely fortunate to have access to one of the most incredible backcountry recreation opportunities in Vermont – the Phen Basin. As a chapter of the Catamount Trail Association, MRVBC […]
Prepare for the unexpected with this fun, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine. If you like to take short trips relatively close to medical resources, enjoy weekend family outdoor activities, or recreate outdoors, this course is for you. You’ll learn the Patient Assessment System, how to provide effective first aid treatments for injuries and illnesses common […]
MRVBC has partnered again with Kel Rossiter of Adventure Spirit to offer a 1-day workshop on backcountry fundamentals. The BC Primer will be an all-day workshop held at the Mad River Glen @ the Cricket Club and on the mountain on Sunday, November 10th. The course topics will help those who are newer to backcountry […]
The Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition (MRVBC) is stoked to partner with the Winter Wildlands Alliance (WWA) to provide a screening of the Backcountry Film Fest (BCFF) at the Big Picture theater in Waitsfield, VT on December 7, 2024. The WWA is a national nonprofit organization working to inspire and empower people to protect America’s […]
Description: Skiers and riders will meet at either Sugarbush or Mad River Glen each week. The event leader will communicate the details each week via email/text to all who opt in to the group. Feel free to email info@mrvbc.org for more info. Uphill passes required at Sugarbush and you must be a member of MRVBC. […]
Skiers will ascend into the Phen Basin of the Camel’s Hump State Park on Section 19 of the Catamount Trail to explore the Hemlock Hill area. Climbing skins will be required. Advanced skiers will enjoy downhill turns through the unmanaged hardwood forest. This is a five-hour tour. Bring lunch and layers. See our Difficulty Rating […]
Have an AT, Tele, or Splitboard setup, but are new to uphilling or backcountry touring? Looking for some tips from experienced (and friendly!) skiers and riders to get you started? Join us for an Introduction to Backcountry Touring during these afternoon clinics hosted by the Catamount Trail Association (CTA) in partnership with our CTA Chapters […]
What a fantastic winter – and not over yet! Join us for an informal gathering to share some apps, build community, make friends, BC stories, and get the latest news on all that MRVBC has going on.
Our trail work days are always a fun time – make new buddies, learn the backcountry area, and generate some excellent snow karma! There is often an informal apres as well. Fall Trail Days If you enjoy working in the woods and have some time to spare, please join the Valley’s Catamount Trail Assn Trail […]
The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is a two-day (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) training and certification course that provides a solid foundation in the basics of backcountry medical care. CPR certification is included as a part of all WFA courses taught by Kingdom Adventures Mountain Guides, LLC. Each course is designed and tailored for mountain […]
MRVBC has partnered again with Kel Rossiter of Adventure Spirit to offer a 1-day workshop on backcountry fundamentals. The BC Primer will be an all-day workshop held at the Mad River Glen @ the Cricket Club and on the mountain on Saturday, November 1st. The course topics will help those who are newer to backcountry […]
