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SUMMARY:Great Amazing Bear Story Contest
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for the MRV Great Amazing Bear Story Contest! \nThe Mad River Valley Bear Initiative invites you to submit your black bear stories from 2023! Share your story and you might be eligible to win a cool prize! The MRV Bear Initiative is a working group represented by conservation organizations in Duxbury\, Fayston\, Moretown\, Waitsfield and Warren\, Friends of the Mad River\, the Stark Mountain Foundation\, and Sugarbush. Their goal is to collectively improve how we coexist with our calorie-seeking\, black bear friends. \nWith near record bear counts this year it’s no wonder there are so many bear sightings in the Mad River Valley. The VT Fish & Wildlife Department estimates 7\,000-8\,500 bears statewide\, a 5 year high with an estimated 2\,000 more animals than just a few years ago. As bears seek and compete for new territories to call their own\, we find more bears popping up all over our community. It’s the perfect opportunity to embrace living in bear country by sharing collective stories\, wildlife appreciations\, and tips & tricks for our peaceful coexistence! \nThe MRV Bear Initiative wants to hear your best bear stories from 2023 . Share with others and become eligible to win some cool prizes! \nDetails:\nCraft your story and submit it to the MRV Bear Initiative before Wednesday January 31st\, 2024. Your story only needs to be long enough to capture our attention. Submit any or multiple formats of recorded media – an essay\, pictures\, drawings\, a link to a video\, a poem\, a diorama\, etc. Choose the format that best fits your story. Selected stories will be shared with the community as educational and inspirational opportunities for all of us to enjoy. \nAre you a resident of the Valley?\nWould you like to win a bear resistant trash can? Tell us in a sentence or two what you would do with a bear toter and how it would foster bear harmony in your neighborhood. Two lucky winners will be randomly drawn from a list of eligible entries to receive either a 64 gallon or a 96 gallon animal proof/resistant receptacle by Toter®.* Our hope is to increasingly bear-proof our community in order to collectively improve how we coexist with our calorie seeking black bear friends. \nIntroducing our new children’s contest!\nChildren 14 & under can enter to win one of three bear themed prizes including (i.) plush toy wearable backpack (ii.) Warmies Huggable Black Bear\, or a (iii.) 4-foot black bear huggable body pillow. Three lucky winners will be randomly drawn from a list of eligible entries. \nSubmit your stories here: \n\n5.  Great Amazing Bear Story Contest
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/great-amazing-bear-story-contest/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
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SUMMARY:Waitsfield Holiday Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:Join Waitsfield shops for an afternoon of holiday cheer and extended hours on Saturday\, December 16. \nFrom 12pm – 4pm\, participating Waitsfield stores – see list below – welcome everyone for an activity-filled day of fun for the children\, allowing grown-ups the chance to explore the shops of Waitsfield. \nPLANNED ACTIVITIES:\nLower Waitsfield:\nCookie decorating at the Joslin Memorial Library\, 1PM – 3PM\nMrs. Claus and Santa’s Helper collect letters to Santa at Library steps\, 1PM – 2PM\nSanta Claus on Bridge Street\, 1PM – 2PM\nLighting of luminaries at 4:15PM \nUpper Waitsfield:\nHot cocoa\, warm drinks\, and holiday treats at Three Mountain Cafe\, 12PM – 4PM\nFree s’more making at Stephanie Grace Ceramics\, 12PM – 4PM\nWrite letters to Santa\, craft making\, and story time at Inklings Children’s Books\, 12PM – 4PM\nCandy canes at Whippletree Design\nSparkling Cider at Product Think Tank\nSanta’s Helper collects  letters to Santa at The Collection\, 2:15PM – 3:15PM\nPhotos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Barrie Fisher Photo + Gallery\, 2:15PM – 3:15PM \nPARTICIPATING BUSINESSES:\n4orty Bridge Boutique\nAll Things Bright and Beautiful\nArtisans’ Gallery\nBarrie Fisher Photo + Gallery\nBlockhouse Studio\nThe Collection\nFinery by Sasha Walsh\nInklings Children’s Books\nJoslin Memorial Library\nMad River Massage\nMad River Taste Place\nThe Mad Rover\nProduct Think Tank\nSomeday Boutique\nStephanie Grace Ceramics\nThree Mountain Cafe\nWhippletree Design
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/waitsfield-holiday-walkabout/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Public Welcome,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Total Eclipse Viewing in the MRV
DESCRIPTION:Mad River Valley\, Vermont is gearing up to be one of the premier locations worldwide for witnessing the solar eclipse of 2024. Beyond a place for optimal viewing conditions teh MRV offers spectacular scenery and an opportunity to combine the experience with some awesome spring skiing.  The area will be positioned in the path of totality\, offering folks the chance to experience the eclipse in its most breathtaking form\, complete with the magical moments of totality when the moon fully covers the sun. \nEclipse Viewing in the MRV \n\n\nIn the path of totality: Yes\nPercentage of totality 100%\nDuration of totality: 1 minute\, 32 seconds\nEclipse Begins – Monday April 8\, 2024 at 2:14 pm\nMaximum – Monday April 8\, 2024 at 3:28 pm\n\n\nGiven the unparalleled opportunity to observe this natural wonder in such an idyllic setting\, demand for accommodations is predicted to be high. Visitors are encouraged  to book lodging as soon as possible. \nPlaces to Stay for the Eclipse\nWhat is a Solar Eclipse?\nThe solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun\, blocking some or all of the Sun’s light from reaching the Earth’s surface. Depending on where you are located\, you may experience a partial or total solar eclipse. Experiencing a solar eclipse can be a once-in-a-lifetime event\, and many people travel to specific locations to witness them. In 2024\,  Vermont’s Mad River Valley will be in the path of totality for the solar eclipse. Meaning\, we will have a front row seat to the action! On April 8th\, 2024 all of Northern Vermont will experience a total eclipse of the sun\, make sure you are in the path of totality for the full experience! \nIf you are interested in viewing a solar eclipse\, it is important to take appropriate precautions to protect your eyes\, such as using special solar viewing glasses or watching the eclipse through a pinhole projector. It is also important to plan ahead and make sure you have a place to stay and a clear view of the sky!
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/total-eclipse-viewing-in-the-mrv/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Community,Sports & Recreation
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SUMMARY:Shaw’s Benefit for the Mad River Valley Community Pantry
DESCRIPTION:The Mad River Valley Community Pantry is excited to announce that the organization has been selected as nonprofit partner in the Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS reusable bag program. \nThis time the the Pantry will recieve $1 for each $3 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag sold during the month of March 2025 at the 27 Mad River Canoe Road Shaw’s store in Waitsfield
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/shaws-benefit-for-the-mad-river-valley-community-pantry/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
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SUMMARY:Mad Marathon
DESCRIPTION:The 14th Annual Mad Marathon\, Mad Half\, relays\, 5K and 10K are scheduled for July 13\, 2025 in the gorgeous Mad River Valley\, located in Central Vermont.You will be running through this extraordinary rural community on back and dirt roads\, with breathtaking views of the Green Mountains\, challenging rollin farmlands with tough climbs and descents\, quaint villages\, historic barns\, covered bridges and fields of our famous Vermont cows!LEARN MORE & REGISTER
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/mad-marathon-3/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Sugarbush
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SUMMARY:Grateful Gravel
DESCRIPTION:Ride\, dance\, ramble on.Grateful Gravel rolls back into town on Saturday\, August 2 (rescheduled from July 26). Tackle Vermont’s scenic backroads by bike\, then keep on truckin’ to Mt. Ellen for an afternoon and evening of live Dead tunes\, good vibes and community celebration. Presented by the Mad River Riders.No bike? No problem. Concert-only tickets are available\, just bring your dancing shoes.CHECK IT OUTCamping permits are available if you want to keep it close to the action. Not a camper? If a real bed and a hot shower are more your speed\, we’ve got a couple options for you.STAY WITH USNo outside alcohol permitted in the venue.
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/grateful-gravel-4/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Sugarbush
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SUMMARY:Grateful Gravel
DESCRIPTION:Save the date. Grateful Gravel rolls back into town on Saturday 8/2! (Rescheduled from 7/26.) Tackle Vermont’s scenic backroads by bike\, then keep on truckin’ to Mt. Ellen for an afternoon and evening of live Dead tunes\, good vibes\, and community celebration. Ride\, dance\, and ramble on… Stay tuned for all the details coming soon!
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/grateful-gravel-3/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Sugarbush
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SUMMARY:Mad River Triathlon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mad River Path’s return of the locally beloved Mad River Triathlon!  This is an inclusive four stage race. Adventurous racers will run\, paddle\, bike\, skin up and then race down Inverness at Mt. Ellen.For more information\, please visit the Mad River Path’s website.REGISTER NOW
URL:https://mrvvillage.com/event/mad-river-triathlon-4/
LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Sugarbush
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SUMMARY:Mad River Triathlon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mad River Path’s return of the locally beloved Mad River Triathlon!  This is an inclusive four stage race. Adventurous racers will run\, paddle\, bike\, skin up and then race down Inverness at Mt. Ellen.For more information\, or to register\, please visit the Mad River Path’s website.
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LOCATION:Mad River Valley\, Mad River Valley
CATEGORIES:Sugarbush
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