Spruce Life Magazine of the Spruce Peak Community

spruce life Magazine of the Spruce Peak Community

MOUNTAIN CULTURE INFLUENCERS, DESIGNERS AND PASSIONS

Spruce Life @sprucepeak Summer/ Fall 2018 welcome to the spruce life:

Mountain Culture

Summer is here and there is no This issue is devoted to mountain and to foreshadow the future of the better place to be than in the heart culture, highlighting some of the community for the next generation. of the Green Mountains. Here at voices influencing our community During this exciting time, we can Spruce Peak, we are excited for our this summer, showcasing some look forward to new community first ascents up the mountain to of our favorite summer spots events such as the Spruce Peak Folk Sterling Pond, for morning trail runs and revealing the passions of our Festival, new Club amenities like a on the Spruce Loop, twilight golf associates. renovated Cottage and golf practice rounds on the Mountain Course, From a collection of parking lots area, and new real estate offerings farm-to-table dining on the green and old base lodges, Spruce Peak featuring One Spruce Peak—the under the stars, and world-class has transformed over 15 years pinnacle of slopeside living. Heading music on our summer stage. For into this extraordinary center of into the next ski season, stay tuned those of us that are lucky to spend mountain culture. To celebrate the for announcements about even abundant time here, these rituals 15th anniversary of Spruce Peak and more dining and shopping options, form the fabric of our experience— this remarkable progression, we’re new ownership opportunities, and our mountain culture. evolving the Spruce Peak brand to exclusive Club benefits. reflect the community it’s become There is a lot to look forward to.

See you soon!

Sam Gaines President, Spruce Peak summer | Fall 2018

features community local

Insiders Edge 05-12 Shaping Summer 21-31 Guides 35-39 Designing “The One” 15-18 Summer Passions 49-54 Hikes 43-48 Winter Rewind 59-70 Cocktails 56 Styles 57-58

contributors:

Deirdre Carson- Sanzone | Editor in Chief Molly Triffin | Copy Writer and Copy Editor Mark Aiken | Writer for “Summer Passions” Calendar BY MONTH

JULY 2018

JULY 7 John Pizzarelli Trio Saturday at 7pm Tickets: $25 to $55

JULY 19 Mary Chapin Carpenter Thursday at 7pm Tickets: $40 to $90

STOWE ARTS WEEK!

JULY 21 JULY 27 JULY 29 Tab Benoit Meet the Artistic Cirque US Director of Spruce Saturday at 7pm Workshop Tickets: $25 to $45 Peak Chamber Music Sunday, 11am-1pm Society at Edgewater Tickets: $15 Gallery $30 for both workshop JULY 29 Friday from and performance StarStruck: 4pm to 6pm A Cosmic Circus FREE and by Cirque US open to the Sunday at 3pm public Tickets: $20 AUGUST 2018

AUGUST 1 AUGUST 4 AUGUST 11 Jeff Daniels and A TEDx style event Spruce Peak Folk Ben Daniels Band Reclamation Festival / rekl māSH( )n/ Wednesday at 7pm ˌ əˈ ə Saturday from 1-8pm Tickets: $30 to $40 TALKS Tickets: $35 adults, Saturday at 7pm $15 ages 12 and under Tickets: $20 VIP Pass: $75 AUGUST 2018 SEPTEMBER 2018

AUGUST 18 AUGUST 25 SEPTEMBER 8 Stowe Tango Paula Cole & Rickie Lee Jones Music Festival Jane Monheit Saturday, Concert Saturday at 7pm September 8 at 7pm Tickets: $40 to $50 Tickets: $40 to $85 Saturday at 8pm Tickets: $30 to $45

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SEPTEMBER 13 SEPTEMBER 22 Livingston Taylor Mountainfilm on Tour Thursday, Saturday September 13 Family Matinee, 3pm Tickets: $15 adults, $5 ages 12 Workshop at 2pm and under Tickets: $30 Festival Screening, 7pm Concert at 7pm Tickets: $25 Tickets: $25 to $35 Festival Pass: $75

OCTOBER 2018

OCTOBER 6 OCTOBER 10 OCTOBER 12 Jason Bishop: Spruce Peak Resort Capitol Steps Magic and Illusion Association presents Friday at 7pm Saturday at 7pm Arlo Guthrie Tickets: $55 to $65 Tickets: $35 to $50 “Alice’s OCTOBER 20 Restaurant” Back By Popular Demand Tour Wednesday at 7pm Tickets: $45 to $95

JULY 29 OCTOBER 2018 StarStruck: A Cosmic Circus Vermont OCTOBER 27 OCTOBER 28 by Cirque US Philharmonic Spruce Peak Chamber Music Spooky Silents: Sunday at 3pm Opera Concert Society presents A Silent Film Halloween with Tickets: $20 Saturday at 7pm David Kaplan, Jia Kim Tickets: $20 to $25 & Siwoo Kim the Peacherine Ragtime Society Saturday at 7pm Orchestra Tickets: $35 Sunday at 5pm Tickets $25 to $35

NOVEMBER 2018 DECEMBER 2018

NOVEMBER 18 NOVEMBER 23 DECEMBER 15 The Last Waltz Shimmer: A Reduced Live 2nd Annual Winter Cirque Shakespeare First Responders Reverie Company: Night Saturday at 3pm The Ultimate Sunday at 7pm and 7pm Christmas Show Tickets: $20 to $35 Tickets: $45 Saturday at 7pm Tickets: $45 to $55

For more information or for tickets visit SprucePeakArts.org or call 802-760-4634

Spruce_calendar_double.indd 2 5/31/18 7:37 AM INSIDER’s Edge: HOW TO ACE (OR BOGEY) THE MOUNTAIN COURSE

The course is notoriously challenging, thanks to its dramatic peaks and valleys. We followed Director of Golf and Member Services, Michael Harger around as he explained how to make even the hardest holes accessible to the average golfer.

Michael’s Top Tips for Nailing the Mountain Course

1. Accuracy and patience are much more valuable than sheer power on the Mountain Club course, so use the natural terrain to your advantage and stick to a game plan. 2. Focus on the shot at hand— easier said than done when your senses are overwhelmed by the dramatic scenery! 3. Soak in everything about the magical experience of a round at the Mountain Course. It is truly unparalleled

07 Hole #1: Get Off to a Solid Start The opening hole looks like a shorter over, select a club to land short, putting - Aiming at, but staying short of the par-five on the card, but it plays straight you in the widest part of the fairway. left fairway bunker off the tee uphill. It’s a true three-shotter, so the Everything kicks right on this one, so - Favor the left side the whole way priority is simply getting it in play off the again favor the left side and let it rip up and hit with all you’ve got on the tee. Take dead aim at the left fairway the hill on your second shot. Make the second shot bunker, but instead of trying to muscle it most of your clean look at the green.

08 Hole #6: There’s More than Meets the Eye Standing on this tee, it looks like you’re Free up your swing and focus on solid - This green is 110’ wide in perfect alignment. But this is one contact. Gauging the wind, selecting the - Take a deep breath and of our wider greens, so there is more right club, and putting a smooth swing swing smooth margin for error than you might think. on it is all you need to do here.

09 Hole #8: Play the Ground Draw This par-five hole feels like it goes on whole way. All shots played down the - Generous tee shot landing area forever, so you will likely need to hit a right will kick safely back to the middle, - Favor the right side the rest of the couple of longer clubs to get home. effectively making the fairway twice its way and let it rip! Use the bank of Peregrine Lake to widen actual size. the fairway and favor the right side the

10 Hole #15: Stay Down to Hit it High Curious about the best way to approach many golfers will stand up during their - Though you cannot tell from the this blind, uphill tee shot over a canyon? swing—but this typically results in a tee, this fairway is 50 yards wide! It’s a shorty, so most players should use shot topped into the hill. Pick the right - From the middle tees, a 200 yard something way less than a driver to find club, stay in posture, and enjoy some of shot puts you in prime position the widest part of the fairway. In an the most spectacular golf views on the - Favor the left side for the attempt to hit a ball higher than normal, planet from the center of this fairway. best angle

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01 Hole #1 02 Pro Michael Harger on Hole #6 03 Hole #8 04 Harger on Hole #15

12 Livingston Taylor Thursday, September 13

VIP Songwriter Showcase with Livingston Taylor 2pm

Livingston Taylor Concert 7pm

For tickets SprucePeakArts.org 802-760-4634

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making a vacation homefeel truly relaxing, and why kitchen islands are the new hubof family life. We sat down with both of them for arevealing conversation about how technology isshaping alpinedesign, the secrets to five-bedroom units. homesOne luxury Spruce Peak, which will belocated at the base of the Spruce slopesand will have approximately 30totwo- Kim Deetjenof Burlington’s TruexCullins to work on the most ambitiousresidential project ever conceived here: The slopeside Green andRink to the Adventure Center and Alpine Clubhouse. Now he’s teaming up with award-winning interior designer has played alarge increating part the Spruce Peak from experience—havingSpruce Camp designedeverything to the Village Over the last 10 years, renowned San Francisco-based architect John Ashworth, aprincipalat Bull Stockwell Allen Architects, contemporary design Spruce’s next project promises to bethe newstandard for mountain 01 Rendering of One Spruce Peak designing “the one” 01 15 What are some of the most exciting trends in alpine architecture and design? Ashworth: We’ve been moving away from compartmentalization—a formal kitchen, dining room, and living area— and towards communal floor plans. We’re looking for a larger, more fluid space where people can gather—big kitchen islands are a huge trend. One group might be cooking, another might be playing a game, but everyone is together. It’s an opportunity for families to embrace multi-generations. Kids, parents, and grandparents are all connecting. We’re also seeing buildings that open from the inside out and bring the What does “mountain example, in a traditional mountain outside in. That means lots of glass and aesthetic you’d have raised panels floor-to-ceiling glazing that can open up contemporary” mean, and or details on the kitchen cabinets, so you feel like you’re part of nature. how can it be done here in whereas with mountain contemporary Deetjen: The goal is to make a Vermont? you might have shiplap paneling—a connection between indoor and outdoor very streamlined vertical or horizontal living spaces. For example, we make Ashworth: It’s much more open and board treatment without fussy detailing. sure our kitchens are located by the airy; there has been a trend away from Hardware is simpler: Rather than each glass, instead of inward, and as you gables and heavy overhangs. But at the bathroom having four different types of go outdoors, it becomes the grill and same time, you still incorporate noble tiles and stones and trims, you go with outdoor dining area. materials like stone and timber that one stone and you detail it beautifully in Ashworth: Another trend that Stowe reflect a warmth you’d expect in the a larger format. It’s a cleaner approach captures really well is a desire for a sense mountains. using a more controlled palette of of authenticity. People want to feel Deetjen: Think contemporary without materials that are indigenous to the like they’re in the mountains and have going too stark. It’s a welcoming place. gotten away from urban life. They’re aesthetic and keeps that sense of Ashworth: If you look back at the looking for an environment that is like Vermont craft and quality. But the traditional mountain aesthetic, it feels no place else. millwork and casework is cleaner. For heavy and dark: The windows are small and the furniture is huge. There are a lot of rustic elements—almost like Yellowstone Lodge. Recently designers have moved away from what we call “parkitecture” towards a fresher look that is light to the touch and at the same time very real. (continued page 16)

“A vacation home is also an opportunity to bring in one’s alter ego. I live in a traditional English stone cottage, yet my dream is to have a glass box in the mountains. “

- Kim Deetjen

01 Rendering of One Spruce Peak 02 John Ashworth, Principal 03 Alpine Clubhouse, the Club Residences and Adventure Center

16 What is your connection to Spruce Peak site for his architectural are in the premier slopeside setting, thesis at MIT in the 1950s. Bull is retired, right along Sunny Spruce. It’s the last Stowe and to Spruce Peak? but was thrilled to learn that the firm ski-in ski-out property within the Deetjen: I grew up skiing here and had been selected for a project that village. It captures the best of what the consider Stowe my home mountain. has meant so much to him. There was a resort offers. I was born and raised just south of sense of poetry about that for our firm, Deetjen: As the highest location in Boston and first came to the Trapp and it was an honor to be able to come Spruce Peak Village, it commands the Family Lodge as a little girl. Now I live in back to it after all these years. greatest view of Mansfield and also has Burlington, I raised my two boys here, I also concur with Kim that Spruce the closest proximity to the transfer lift. and skiing is our passion. I can bring Peak has done one of the best jobs You feel really connected to the Notch, my love of the mountains and interior of any resort developer in capturing Mansfield, and the whole ski experience. design together in a place near and the essence of what that location is dear to my heart. all about. The goal was not to make it What part of the One Spruce There isn’t anything close to Spruce New England in the painted clapboard Peak design process are you Peak in the northeast. It does such a colonial sense, but to create a mountain most excited about? great job of speaking to the history of resort that felt like it belonged in skiing and New England. Families can Vermont and had a sense of both Deetjen: I’m very excited about our create memories and enjoy all four history and future about it. The level of collaboration, John, and bringing our seasons, whether it’s golfing in the attention, the commitment, the desire collective experience to this building. summer, walking up Mt. Mansfield in to create something one of a kind, and Ashworth: A world-class team has the fall, or skiing the Front Four, with of its place, is truly unique. been assembled for One Spruce Peak. Spruce Peak Village at the heart of it. Our firm has unparalleled mountain Ashworth: Stowe and Spruce Peak What inspires you about the resort experience both internationally have a magical connection for me and location of One Spruce Peak? and throughout the states. TruexCullins for our architectural firm. Our founder, brings a perspective on design that Ashworth: The topography affords Henrik Bull, grew up in Stowe. He felt is indigenous to Vermont and the spectacular views towards Mansfield, so strongly about it—and Spruce Peak mountains. The desire is to create the Notch, Spruce, and down valley. You in particular—that he chose the One something timeless.

04 The TruexCullins team plan for design. Left to right: Pam Picker, Kim Deetjen and Matthew Bushey

17 One Spruce Peak was How is designing a ski home mudroom where you can put your originally conceived over different from designing a gear and coats, and throw your long johns into the washer-dryer; the open a decade ago. What has primary residence? floor plan is conducive to socializing. changed since then? Deetjen: When designing a ski home, Deetjen: A vacation home is also an opportunity to bring in one’s alter ego. Deetjen: Ten years ago we might have you have to accommodate for all the I live in a traditional English stone been designing a study or computer gear. In this case, One Spruce Peak workstations into these units. Today we residents have access to a ski valet and cottage, yet my dream is to have a are putting plugs and charging stations other services— but you still need a glass box in the mountains. by sofas or on a kitchen island. You certain amount of storage. can plug in when you need to, but the We also look for real durable minute you’re done, you put it away and materials, like stone flooring, that can you’re reminded of nothing but the view handle all kinds of conditions: people and the mountains. The pace of life is coming in with ski boots, or mud from so fast these days that when a family hiking or biking. So you don’t have to gets to this destination, they want spend time worrying about it. to check their devices at the door, Then there’s the social piece. You have and connect with each other and the to make sure the space works well for place. a couple—or for that couple plus their Our family has a rule when we go on three kids and four grandchildren. ski vacations that there are certain How do you design a living room that times when we are all checking our is comfortable for ten people, but email and messages, but then those doesn’t feel empty with just two? devices get put away and it is movie There are a lot of tricks: providing a time, game time, social time over bench on one side of the dining table dinner. We are designing the units instead of all chairs, a coffee table so that they have everything you with pullout ottomans for added need if you need technology—but it’s seating around a fireplace. invisible. Ashworth: We try to make sure Ashworth: Technology has informed that it feels like the homeowner has a whole new generation. The gotten away from everyday life, in seamlessness, the wirelessness of it an environment that’s different has translated into more open and from their primary home. A primary transparent spaces. The way people home is a reflection of the individual, live is much more fluid as opposed whereas a second home is a reflection to compartmentalized. Just like of the place where the individual phones now have multi functions, wants to be. In the mountains, stone, with design, we’re trying to achieve wood, and the colors of local flora many things within the same space— and fauna are important components whether it’s work, family time, or of that. relaxation. Then, we make the space relaxed The millennial generation has been and welcoming so people feel like brought up on cool, sleek devices like they’re truly on holiday. We do that the iPhone. But there has also been a by making things easy: There is a backlash against visible technology and being glued to your phone. One of the wonderful things about Stowe and Spruce Peak is being able to get out on the mountain and have a true, honest, authentic physical experience that is healthy, mind-opening, and active.

05 One Spruce Peak Southern elevation sketch 06 Exterior stone materials 07 Timber to make a cohesive style with Spruce 08 West exterior elevation sketch

18 Tab Benoit Saturday, July 21 7pm

Winner of the B.B. King Entertainer of the Year and Best Contemporary Male Performer at the Blues Music Awards

For tickets SprucePeakArts.org 802-760-4634

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Saturday, September 22 at 3pm and 7pm

Family Matinee, 3pm Tickets: $15 adults, $5 ages 12 and under

Festival Screening, 7pm Tickets: $25

Festival Pass: $75 (limited to 125) includes a ticket to both screenings and invitation to a private reception between screenings to meet with special guests at the Alpine Clubhouse at Spruce Peak. All films will explore the themes connected to Spruce Peak Performing Art Centers mission: Sponsors: Deborah and Ron Feinstein, Stowe to inspire, educate, and entertain. Mountain Club Enjoy a selection of culturally rich, adventure- Lodging Sponsor: Stowe Mountain Lodge packed and incredibly inspiring documentary short films curated from the Mountainfilm festival in Media Sponsors: The Point, Radio Vermont Group, Telluride, Colorado. At each screening a Mountain- Seven Days and The Stowe Reporter. film presenter will guide the audience through the program providing insight on the films, filmmakers To become a sponsor, contact Hope Sullivan and subjects. at [email protected] or call 802-760-4635 Matinee screening selections are appropriate for all ages, evening screening is PG-13. Films and special guests TBA in Summer, 2018

For tickets and more information: SprucePeakArts.org | 802-760-4634

Mountainfilm on Tour - Spruce Life Magazine.indd 1 5/31/2018 10:49:10 AM SHAPING SUMMER: the influencers

As Spruce Peak celebrates its 15th year, it continues to define itself as the hub of mountain culture in the northeast. This summer you can soak in everything from professional tennis to modern art; from haute cuisine to classical music. We connected with six key individuals who are central to enriching our alpine community about what makes those experiences so transformative.

01 Rusty at last year’s Independence Celebration playing to the crowd “It’s a likeVermont serving mapleicecream sundaeon top of pancakes: wicked good.” are fantastic fireworks over Spruce that literally erupt on theday’s final downbeat of music,” DeWees says. on the Village Green. site performance is the anchor. “The It works perfectly. It feels perfect. As always, there wide. They lay inrelaxed and Vermonty,” DeWees says. “And hey, you couldn’t dream upamore idealsetting, The audiencealsohelpsset afun, carefree tone. “You have adiverse gatheringof localsandfolks from far and breathed infresh air. All the work you’ll seeandhear represents a vibrant Vermont vibe.” long-time Vermonters,” DeWees saidinanemail. “Their talents were cultivated on top of rocky soil while they the folks andperformers working the stage are native Vermonters, including the soundcrew. Many others are on what to expect at this year’s festivities, which will feature amix of musicalandacrobatic acts. “Most of As always, the headliner is Stowe’s own Rusty DeWees, anentertainer alsoknown as The Logger. Helet usin Independence Celebration onJuly 1st. Celebrate thefourth Vermont-Style, withSpruce Peak’s Annual Rusty dewees 23

from. They feel roustabout, part psalm to part me.” emerged, asIbegan to find my voice, was a record full of storms. I still can’t tell what era these stories are ninth full-length album, Gathering. Inhis words, “Ibegan with anexciting senseof dissatisfaction, and what Ritter’s acclaimed 20-year career asasongwriter andmusicianreaches new heights with the release of his stage at 6:00on the Village Green. Vermont- andBrooklyn-based singer-songwriter Anais Mitchell. The headliningact, Josh Ritter, takes the The music kicks off at 3:00 withDaniel Rodriguez’s progressive folk bandElephant Revival, followed by family at theSpruce PeakFolkFestival onAugust 11th. Pack upyour picnicblanketsandgather withfriendsand josh ritter 25 01 James patterson

Three years ago Spruce Peak initiated their first Artist-In-Residence project, a concept to integrate art into the landscape of the mountains. James Patterson is the creator of the unforgettable artist-in-residence work this year. Located right outside the Spa entrance on the Spruce Peak Plaza, Dreamcatcher is a portal to an intense and collaborative color experience. At the center are a set of buttons that, when pressed, trigger an array of light programs. The sculpture’s textured walls act as a parabolic reflection surface for the colors emitted from the hub. With Dreamcatcher, “I sought to harness the act of meeting and connecting around something as intimate as a fire in a cave,” Peterson says. “I have memories of meeting amazing souls in the flicker of that light, and often reflect on how we have lost our way to meet new people in this digital age. This exploration of connection with the art and each other is a subject I keep returning to: Aspiring to create a space where we can discover ourselves and each other.”

01 James Patterson interacts with his finished piece ; photo by: Ben Seng

26 jia kim

Spruce peak Performing Arts Center launches the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society. Committed to bringing Stowe area audiences the finest performances of an extraordinary repertoire, the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center recently launched the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society, led by artistic director and internationally acclaimed cellist Jia Kim. Chamber music is perhaps the most versatile and personal form of music. Performed in an intimate space by just a handful of players, it allows for a direct connection between the audience and musicians. “The audience can see the faces of the performers up close—the way they interact with each other, breathe with one another, and physically move to communicate as a group,” Kim wrote in an email. “Likewise, the performers can see the faces and reactions of the audience. The incredible energy that comes from these musical conversations is captivating and thrilling.” Not only does the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center provide a sense of intimacy that traditional concert halls lack, but the natural setting enhances the music. “People value Vermont for its exquisite surroundings, finding peace and comfort [here]. Music, especially chamber music, played in this setting has the magical power to trigger those same [emotions],” Kim says. “We bring to life masterworks written by composers many, many years ago, who were inspired by nature and mountains like we see here at Spruce Peak. It is like traveling through time with music!” This is the Chamber Music Society’s inaugural season, and much lies ahead. “We hope to have more frequent performances as we grow our audience and supporters,” Kim says. The Society also plans to roll out an educational program in 2019, working with students and music teachers in local schools. “I am a firm believer that music education is tremendously important to each student’s development and cultural awareness,” Kim says. “This generation of youngsters are to become the leaders of the next generation; therefore, it is our responsibility to share this incredible gift of music with them.”

27 SprucePeakArts.org | 802-760-4634 122 Hourglass Drive Stowe, Vermont

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Ashe, it’s my job to focus on the court, not the crowd andnot the other player.” playing Roger Federer,” Tiafoe says. “But on the other hand, whether I’m playingamatch in Stowe or Arthur bigger than Spruce Peak Stadium. In New York, you hear airplanes instead of birds. The crowd is wild. And I was as many trees inNew York! But otherwise, there are the obvious differences: Arthur Ashe [stadium] isabit he was matched against the greatest player of all time, Roger Federer. Talk about a 180! “For one, there aren’t Just afew days after playinghere infront of anintimate crowd, he went to the largest stage in tennis where so easy andcomfortable to train.” delicious andhealthy, and the air was fresh. I travel alot, andit’s special when Icanfind aplace that makes it staying healthy before the Open,” Tiafoe wrote inanemail.were courts brand “The new, all the food Iate was down them in the winter. Fitnessisobviously of ahugepriority mine, and Stowe was perfectfor training and of his training regimen. “Yes! I’m probably more comfortable running up them in the summer than skiing Rumor hasit that when Tiafoe was in Stowe for last year’s Classic, hesprinted up the skislopesaspart world #62. attending the secondannual Stowe Mountain Lodge Classic tennis tournament isrisingstar Frances Tiafoe, Spruce Peak Hosts someof the top men’s tennis players inpreparation for the U.S. Open. Among the athletes 01 Frances Tiafoe backhandsat last year’s Stowe Mountain Lodge Classic frances tiafoe 30 01 rosy glow of behind the sunsetting the ridgelineof Mt. Mansfield. as diners gather together to share food with loved onesunder the Laughter, candlelight, andglittering wine glass will fill theGreen, and wrap it up with strawberries for dessert.” Vermont’slargest salad, oflength thetable,span the whichwill on the cob,” Cochran says. “I’llkick it off withcheese fondue and on skewers andswords over anopenfire, andacelebration of corn décor. “I’m going to doa take onBrazilian carving, with proteins outdoors andcooking with fire, andenhanced withbohemian-style She gave usapreview of the mealshe’s curating, inspired by the and the St. Regis in Aspen, but shecalls The Clubhome. Spruce Peak. Cochran has worked at Jean-Georges inNew York City including our own Jackie Cochran, executive chef at The Clubat local food prepared by four James Beard-nominated chefs, Friday Chef Dinner Series. On the Village Green, we’ll showcase Feast beneath the stars this summer at Spruce Peak’s Farm Table chef jaqueline 31 summer at spruce peak

WEEKENDS ON THE GREEN music * lawn games * FOOD * family fun

JUNE 29 - SEPTEMBER 3

CRAFT BEER GARDEN FRIDAY ARTISAN MARKET OLD MOZO’S TACO TRUCK Local art, crafts and food 12-9pm | Thursday - Sunday 11am-3pm | Fridays

FARM TABLE FRIDAY DINNER SERIES 6pm | 7/13, 7/27, 8/3, 8/31

FEATURED EVENTS July 1 | INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION July 14 | FUN RUN August 11 | FOLK FESTIVAL August 19-22 | STOWE MOUNTAIN LODGE CLASSIC: PRO-TENNIS TOURNAMENT

sprucepeak.com | spruce Life @sprucepeak Dedicate a Tree!

Spruce Peak Lights Festival Opens Saturday, November 24 Tree lighting at 4:45

Celebrate the holiday season, your family, the memory of someone special, or just light up the mountain by dedicating a tree! Your contribution includes a lit tree at Spruce Peak through February 2019 and a special donor plaque at your tree acknowledging your gift.

Proceeds will benefit theCommunity & Education Fund of the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, making it possible for the world-class stage in the heart of our village to be affordable and accessible for all Stowe region residents.

Contact Becky Vaus at [email protected] or 802.760.4636 to sponsor your tree today!

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Try your hand at Circus Arts with members of the modern circus collective Cirque Us! Cirque Us artists come from across the country and consist of Circus Smirkus Alumni, students at the New England Center for Circus Arts, Ecole Nationale de Cirque and Ecole de Cirque de Quebec and top-notch universities. Appropriate for ages 8+.

StarStruck A Cosmic Circus by Cirque Us Sunday, July 29 at 3pm

Join our intrepid Astronomer and gaze into the cosmos, where we fall into orbit with nine acrobat planets, each one the center of their own private universe. Watch these celestial celebrities rocket into stardom, exploring circus through a cosmic lens. Alone in the galaxy, their talent only eclipsed by their solar flair. Come dance among the stars while they chase comets, dive through black holes, juggle moons, and defy gravity. Prepare to be dazzled as we discover what happens when you wish upon a star!

For tickets and more information: SprucePeakArts.org | 802-760-4634

Cirque Us- Spruce Life Magazine2.indd 1 6/4/2018 11:12:42 AM guides to summer There are countless exciting outdoor activities to experience around Stowe and greater north-central Vermont. Spruce Peak Outfitters is a dedicated service to connect adventure seekers with the perfect excursion. From rock climbing to horseback riding, we asked the team to share some of their favorite expeditions.

35 Fly Rod Shop Guided fly and spin fishing trips “Stowe has very productive and pristine rivers, offering the trifecta of trout: brook, brown, and rainbow. We take people to beautiful, remote spots in the backcountry that are very rarely fished. Most of the small brooks and mountain streams we go to require a little adventure and hiking to reach, yet are within a 10-minute drive of downtown Stowe. You can gain total solitude in a place that’s surprisingly close by.” “When I’m fishing, I set my gear up on the riverbank and then sit back and just enjoy where I am. At my favorite spot, Dog’s Head Falls in Johnson, there’s a waterfall and a dramatic change in elevation that creates spectacular scenery of the water moving through the river. The canopy of trees hangs overhead, and on a really calm day, it reflects off the water, fresh lime- green blossoms quaking in the air.” “After you cast a line, the anticipation of the strike is part of the adventure. Then there’s the surprise when you actually accomplish it. There’s an intimacy in trying to land the fish by stripping (manually pulling) the line, rather than reeling it in. You are more connected to the fight, even if it’s a small fish. You will never forget the first time you hook that fish.” - Bob Shannon, Owner and guide

36 Lajoie Stable Horseback trail rides “This may sound strange, but being on the back of a horse feels like a baby being rocked to sleep. There is something pure, simple, and relaxing about the rhythmic motion, the warmth of the horse’s body underneath you, the fresh air. It takes you back to what nature really is.” “Our 50 horses roam free on our 200-acre farm, and we have a menagerie of animals there: miniature donkeys, chickens, ducks, dogs. You’ll also encounter wonderful wildlife. Animals can’t smell you when you’re on a horse, so they feel comfortable and get really close. We see moose, bears, foxes, turkeys, pheasants, and deer. Once a huge eight-point buck followed us for the whole trail ride. It’s a magical experience.” - Amanda Schwartz, Owner

37 4 Points VT Mountain biking clinics and guides “We have so many mountain bike trails here in Stowe—through woods, meadows, mountains—and just like ski trails, they’re a variety of levels, from beginner to advanced. People think of mountain biking as an extreme sport, but for 99 percent of riders, it’s not like that. It can be like going for a gentle walk in the woods. Still, even if it’s not a challenging trail, you get an adrenaline fix—and an intense workout.” “It’s also a great way to bond with family and friends. Road riders tend to put their head down and go. Mountain bikers stop much more often, so there is a social aspect.” “Mountain biking is a release, a getaway from the world. It evokes a flow state. You’re on a trail and there are wonderful banks and rolls, and your total attention is right there—there is no room in your mind for anything other than what you’re doing.” - Rick Sokoloff, Owner and operator

38 Sunrise Mountain Guides Rock-climbing and more “There are a million people that drive through the Notch corridor. They get to the top, park, look around, and then hop back in and drive off. For climbing excursions, you will see a view that 99 percent of people who come through never have access to, down into the valley or north all the way up to Canada. We take climbers to pitches where there are no trails; you have to be on a rope to get there.” “When you climb, it gives you an opportunity to interact with nature in a very visceral way. You close your eyes, feel the rocks with your hands and feet, and everything else melts away.” “Then there’s the risk factor. We help people understand where their comfort zone is and then push it. Coaching someone through a difficult section and seeing them succeed is what it’s all about. People almost always climb even higher than they thought they could. They give us a high five and a big hug at the end, and some are even in tears.” - Greg Speer, guide

39 Indulge yourself in an elevated dining setting at our signature restaurant, Solstice. Offering an ever-changing menu of artisan cuisine inspired by local Vermont ingredients and flavors, there’s a memorable culinary experience to suit every taste.

For reservations please call 802.760.4735 JOSH RITTER & THE ROYAL CITY BAND

ANAÏS MITCHELL

DANIEL RODRIGUEZ OF ELEPHANT REVIVAL

VERMONT BUSKER ACTS (TBA) FROM 1-8PM, RAIN OR SHINE

TICKETS: General Admission $35 adult, $15 ages 12 and under VIP pass $75

SPONSORED BY: WITH SUPPORT FROM:

To become a sponsor, contact Hope Sullivan at [email protected] or 802-760-4635

Spruce_folk_double.indd 1 5/31/18 7:46 AM JOSH RITTER & THE ROYAL CITY BAND

ANAÏS MITCHELL

DANIEL RODRIGUEZ OF ELEPHANT REVIVAL

VERMONT BUSKER ACTS (TBA)

For the Festival schedule, information, and to purchase tickets call 802-760-4634 or visit SprucePeakArts.org

MEDIA SPONSORS:

To become a sponsor, contact Hope Sullivan at [email protected] or 802-760-4635

Spruce_folk_double.indd 2 5/31/18 7:46 AM WHERE TO HIKE This summer

Tyler Royer, Director of Recreation shows us the best hikes for all different fitness levels and abilities

Tyler Royer

As the Director of Recreation, Tyler Royer has arguably the best job at Spruce Peak. He facilitates outdoor adventures for guests—which means one of his duties is to explore all the possible ways to have fun in the fresh air. Born and raised in Bolton, Royer’s love for the mountains runs deep. After a stint in New York City, he found himself longing to return to Vermont’s rugged cliffs and serene forests. So, five years ago, he moved back, and now laces up a pair of hiking boots a couple of times a week. “When I’m immersed in nature, I forget about the stresses of daily life, there is unlimited hiking in this area—you could spend a month here and get on a new trail every day.” This summer, Royer is launching a hiking program organized by Spruce Peak Outfitters, which facilitates recreational experiences for guests, club members, and visitors. Hikers can sign up for guided group treks of varying distances and levels of difficulty by contacting either the Alpine Concierge or Spruce Peak Outfitters (located in the Lodge). Since Royer knows the terrain better than just about anyone, we picked his brain for his favorite nearby trails, all within a five-minute walk or drive from Spruce Peak.

45 worry about tripping.) “You’ll pass the - 45 minutes for the entire loop Best for Joggers: Spruce Loop edge of the golf course, the ski dorms, (if you’re short on time, you Runners and beginners alike will fall in and several waterfalls,” Royer says. can just do part of it) love with this smooth, peaceful trail “You’ll also cross three bridges over a - 1 mile that winds through a gorgeous wooded mountain stream.” - Easy section of the Spruce Peak campus. (The The upshot? You get to enjoy gorgeous - Entrance is located just south dirt and gravel path is relatively free of alpine scenery, without scrambling up of the Golf Cottage roots and rocks, so you don’t have to harrowing ascents or killing your quads.

Best for Ski Bums: Haselton here), before dipping back into the woods. The snow may have melted (sob!) but “You’ll end up on the last section of Toll - 3 hours you can still enjoy Mt. Mansfield’s epic Road, which you can follow to the sum- - 2.8 miles ski trails. Only now, they’re covered mit for a total of 1889 feet of elevation - Moderate with wildflowers instead of powder. The gain” Royer says. If you’re up for it, trek - Starts at the base of the Haselton trail traverses up the Nosedive along the ridgeline (part of the Long Gondola lift glades, eventually intersecting with Trail), where you can gaze out on Lake Nosedive (check out spectacular views Champlain and the Adirondacks. of the village as the canopy opens up

46 Best for Daredevils: Hellbrook Considered the most challenging hiking trail in the state, Hellbrook lives up to its name. “It’s the shortest, steepest, most technically difficult way to the summit,” Royer says, “A scramble that shoots straight up the Chin of Mt. Mansfield.” It’s also a serious workout: You’ll achieve 2,700 feet of elevation gain super quickly. (Expect wet, slippery conditions—proper gear is a must.) Hellbrook is so precipitous that going down is not recommended. A safer route? Descend via the long trail, where you’ll pass by the rustic Taft Lodge, originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1920. Contact the Green Mountain Club at (802) 244-7037 if you’re interested in spending the night at the Lodge.

- 4 hours - 1.25 miles up; 1.7 miles down - Very difficult - Located at the Big Spring area off of Route 108 in the Notch

Best for Dog Lovers: Vermont, situated in a valley between three mountains: Madonna, Sterling, - 2.5 hours Sterling Pond and Spruce Peak. Sterling is too chilly - 2.5 miles This trail kicks off with a steep rock and weedy for most people to swim in, staircase, and then mellows out partway but pack your fishing rod; it’s a terrific - Moderate through. Although you’ll score elevation spot for reeling in trout. “If you feel like - Trailhead is across from the gains of 1,000 feet, there are no rock continuing on, you can connect to the information booth at the crest scrambles, making it ideal for kids and Long Trail,” Royer says. “The top of the of Route 108 in the Notch canines. Sensation Quad is a quick detour and Pack a picnic lunch for the top, where from there you can see all the way down you can dine on the banks of pristine to Spruce Plaza.” Sterling Pond, the highest alpine pool in

47 Best for Adventure Seekers: summit, soak in a breathtaking 360 of the alpine landscape. Give yourself a Cliff Trail couple of hours to explore the ridgeline’s This trail may be short, but it’s definitely beautiful rock formations, cave-like not sweet. Think: scaling ladders, clam- structures, and unique vegetation (this bering over boulders, and hopping across impressively resilient plant life is able to ravines. (Leave your pooch at home!) survive a near-constant barrage of high It runs adjacent to the Kitchen Wall, a winds, extreme temps, and tremendous large cliff feature just below the ridge- rainfall). You’ll have worked up an appe- line, between the Chin and the Nose. tite after all that, so head down to the But it’s worth the effort. “There are Cliff House patio for a bite before riding extraordinary views from beginning to the Gondola back. end, and they only get better the farther you go,” Royer says. Once you reach the

GET THE GEAR The Spruce Peak Outfitters shop carries outdoor essentials like trail maps, first aid kits, kid carriers, Camelbacks, and much more. Here, Royer shares a few ideas to take your treks to the next level. Hiking poles: “Going downhill can be tough on the knees, and having one or two poles gives you extra stability to grip in when you descend. Once people try them, they really enjoy them.” Map My Hike app: “It tracks calories burned, elevation gains, and - 1 hour (plus extra time to distance.” ramble along the ridgeline) Hand held GPS unit: “Use it to mark points of interest and set custom - 0.5 miles routes to map out where you went. There’s also a safety component— - Difficult it shows your longitude and latitude at all times. Plus, it’s a must for - Located at the top of the geocaching. Gondola, past the Cliff House restaurant

Best for Families: Mill Trail When you first arrive, explore the ‘40s-era log cabin at the trailhead, complete with original furniture and cool antique kitchen appliances. (The Stowe Land Trust offers occasional guided naturalist tours of the property; contact them at (802) 253-7221 for info.) Then, enjoy a leisurely, family-friendly stroll to Bingham Falls, a stunning 25- foot waterfall. “Just be careful as you approach the falls,” Royer says. “There are several sharp drop-offs.” Although Bingham Falls is a popular local swimming hole (swimming is accessible via a trailhead off Route 108, a half-mile before you reach the resort on the right), it can be hazardous.

- 1.5 hours - 1.5 miles - Easy - Take Route 108 south towards town, then take your first left onto Notchbrook Road; the trailhead is partway down the road on the left.

48 summer passions For the hundreds of associates who work at Spruce Peak, skiing or riding is integral to their lifestyle, but what happens when the snow melts? We checked in with our team members to discover what their summer passions are

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Doorman Summertime Passion: Fly-fishing Although many ski bums gravitate to Stowe for the epic mountain, Butterfield, 31, was lucky enough to be born and raised in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. When the temps rise, Butterfield turns to his other passion: fly-fishing. “I love bouncing crayfish down the river bottom and stripping streamer flies for big, mean fish in the still water of a lake or pond,” he says. Locally, he fishes Little River in Moscow and Lake Eden, along with “secret” spots like Belvidere Pond. “I love the take—that shot of adrenaline when you first realize a fish is on, followed by what is hopefully an intense battle with a large fish, and finally the euphoria of landing it,” he says. Favorite thing about fishing: “I like to tie my own flies—especially streamer patterns that are stripped back towards the angler by hand versus letting the fly just drift.” Advice for visitors: “If you want to go hunting for a trophy, then a guide is a good idea. Or bring your gear and talk to the valet team at The Lodge!”

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Property Management Services Coordinator Summertime Passion: Cycling Anna Roberts, 36, will never forget the moment, 14 years ago, when road biking turned from a pastime into a passion. She was on a group ride with four other women headed up Route 108 in the Notch. Their pedaling cadence, breathing, and spinning chain rings all fell into perfect synchronization. “It was an enlightening moment for me,” she says. So Roberts doesn’t mind packing away her skis and hitting the road. Although she has a four-year-old and a busy job, Roberts carves out time on Friday afternoons and weekends for rides. Her go-to routes are Stagecoach Road, which stretches from Stowe to Morrisville, and the Notch. “The climbs are by far my favorite,” she says. “They become complete mind and body workouts.” Reflecting on her two favorite sports, biking and skiing, she sees parallels between them. “They make me feel peaceful, centered, and fulfilled,” she says. And as with everything, she takes the good with the bad. “From flat tires to ripped skins,” she says. “These are all opportunities for continued growth.” Favorite thing about cycling: “Freedom, challenge, endurance, and the beer at the end!” Advice for visitors: “Bring a spare tire kit with extra tubes wherever you go. Don’t turn around; just keep going!”

52 yoga SUPtrips.” Advice for visitors: “There are rentals at Waterbury andLake Reservoir Elmore. And if you already SUP, there are Favorite thing about paddleboarding: wind onmy “The face.” “Sometimes Ilove to paddle to the middleof alake and just lay down andstare at the sky.” “I have seenotters playing, beavers slapping their tails, andblack bears swimming,” shesays, adding, “Standing isnice,” shesays, comparingit to beingcramped under the spray of her skirt whitewater boat. She’s anelite whitewater kayaker, but these days, spendsasmuch time onher stand-up paddleboard. there are noother footprints,” shesays. but recently, findsherself snowshoeing just asmuch. “Iaminlove with thequiet found in the woods where For Aleicia Beagan, 40, her favorite have mellowed over sports time. She’s always beenanavid snowboarder, Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Massage Therapist aleicia beagan 53 David hatoff

Special Events Manager Summertime Passion: Mountain Biking David Hatoff, 50, a former competitor in the Budweiser Pro Mogul Tour and a freestyle coach at Vail, skied over 100 days last year. But this Cherry Hill, NJ native, who first came to Vermont with a job working for ski magazines, doesn’t enter a mourning period during mud season; rather, he gets psyched up for his other passion. “Mountain biking on single track reminds me a lot of skiing in the woods or earning your turns when ski touring,” he says. “Both require looking ahead, getting a feel for the terrain, seeing your line, and flowing with the natural contours of the trail and its features.” Hatoff relishes the challenge of “cleaning” a trail—that is, riding the length of a rooty, bumpy, technical single-track without “dabbing” (putting a foot down). “Trails keep me in the woods, on the dirt, and under the canopy,” he says. Favorite thing about mountain biking: “The shared camaraderie between riding buddies, riding a new trail, or conquering a technical feature for the first time.” Advice for visitors: “Hook up with a local who can show you the trails that are not on a map.”

54 Introducing

Committed to bringing Stowe area audiences the finest performances of an extraordinary repertoire, the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society presents an evening of chamber music, with audience and musicians together, on-stage, at the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center. Passionate about creating transformative educational programs that will impact community members of all ages, audience members will have the opportunity to learn more at our October 27 performance about the educational and impact goals and to get involved before the inaugural season, which launches in January, 2019.

Why Chamber Music? Chamber music is the most versatile and personal form of music. With anywhere from two to nine players, one person to a part, it is a true musical conversation and democracy. The intimacy of the setting allows for a direct connection between the audience and musicians. The wide range of repertoire and the plethora of stories and emotion the music conveys ensures the enduring relevance of this style of classical music performance.

We need your help to make it happen! Facilitate the development of a Chamber Music Society that will have a lasting impact on our region and our children.

Become a Member or Sponsor of the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society and be a supporter of world-class performances that touches our entire community!

For more information and to get involved, contact Hope Sullivan at [email protected] or 802.760.4635. “Chamber music allows an intimacy & and connection with the audience that is immediate and fullfilling.” Jia Kim, Artistic Director

Spruce Peak CMS.indd 1 6/4/2018 11:06:28 AM cooldown cocktails when the temps rise this summer, find your nearest mixologist at spruce peak and cool down with one of these refreshing libations

WILD HIBISCUS ROYALE Bubbly | Sweet | Floral | Cooling

Seasonal Ingredients to create a low proof spritz, perfect for summer. Hibiscus syrup is made in house, and we source our mint from our Spruce Peak culinary garden. Spec: .5 Hibiscus Syrup with Rose water 4 oz. Prosecco 3 Mint Leaves 2 dash orange bitters

- Muddle mint leaves and hibiscus syrup in wine glass - Add ice, prosecco and orange bitters to build in glass - Top with edible flower

ROUTE 108 Refreshing | Crisp | Floral

The most refreshing cocktail of the summer. Fever tree elderflower tonic with house made Chamomile syrup made from our own garden. Barr Hill Gin is lightly washed with honey, which plays well with the floral focus. Spec: 1.5 Barr Hill Gin .5 Chamomile Syrup Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic

- Combine Barr Hill Gin and Cham- omile Syrup in Collins glass - Add ice and top with Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic water - Garnish with a lemon wheel & chamomile flower

56 0ur summer list the must-have items for mom, dad and the kids to make your mountain weekend a success- all available at the lodge shops

AG Jeans Jean Shorts

gentlemen’s hardware Serving Paddle of 4 Shot Glasses

scout dolce-vita Handbags in Summer Sherbert Canvas and Leather Slide Sandals

57 snoozezoo Panda Sleeping Bag

elen kaminstky Straw Sunhat

Hari Mari Men’s Sandals

sassafras Butterfly Keeper & Net

CABIN FEVER Plush Log Stool

ice cream Kid’s fleece shorts

58 59 WINTER REWIND

From broomball to gala’s from TEDx to curling. Winter 2018 was one to remember presidents’ week

01. Curling competitions each day

02. Ice Slide

03. S’mores were enjoyed by all

04. Martin Sexton rocked the house at Spruce Peak Perform- ing Arts Center

05. Moonlight Snowshoe tours were enjoyed by members at The Club

06. Ice bar featured local distillers

07. Spectators enjoyed the Winter Olympics on the big screen

08. Free friends and family photos were taken by Jesse Schloff as 01 a thank you from us to you

09. The Club kept it cool with their annual Martini party and im- pressive ice bar

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63 2018 founders weekend awards

And the winners are...

01. Over 50 Men Eric Richter - 43.68

02. Over 50 Women 06 Joanne Burke - 1:00.55

03. Under 50 Men Fred Morier - 43.81

04. Under 50 Women Heather Fargis - 53.62

05. Under 40 Women Kristin Christian - 1:05.08 AND Under 10 Girls Ella Christian (in blue) - 59.72 with little sister and dad

06. Fastest Skiers of the Day Under 40 Men Tad Davis - 42.67 AND Under 20 Women Caitlen Fitzmaurice - 43.93

07. Under 30 Men 07 08 Neil Green - 48.05

08. Under 30 Women Terri Janos- 1:03.19

09. Under 20 Men Matthew Fortenberry - 44.73

10. Original Founders Award Martha and David Ott

09 10 Photography by Jesse Schloff

64 TEDX Stowe

Local entrepreneurs shared their talents, advice and experience to inspire our community on the Spruce Peak Performing Arts stage

01. Kat Wright, whose voice is both sultry and dynamic, del- icate yet powerful; gritty but highly emotive and nuanced, has been described as “a young Bonnie Raitt meets Amy Winehouse”.

02. MelodyWalker Brook is an Abenaki educator, activist, and artist. She is a citizen of 01 the Elnu Abenaki Band and currently serves as the chair of the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs

03. Tiffany Blumbel, Leader of Change The Story VT, a multi- year, systemic approach to improving women’s economic opportunity

04. Katherine is a 2016 recipient of a Rowland Fellowship, the 2016 Foundation for Excellence in Education Award and the 2016 Gilder Lehrman Vermont Teacher of the Year

05. Trevor Crist Trevor is founder and CEO of Inntopia, a travel technology company based in 02 03 Stowe.

06. Rusty was raised in Stowe, and toured New England for 21 years in THE LOGGER, his original one-man comedy show. He writes and produces for businesses and teaches and motivates students.

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65 06 07 07. Ali Dieng is the Family Out- reach Coordinator and Parent University Manager in the Burlington School District. He is also co-founder of West African drumming and dance association, Africa Jamono. Ali was recently elected to Burl- ington City Council, being the only person of color and first New American on the council.

08. Blair Marvin is from Johnson, VT and is co-owner of Elmore Mountain Bread, New Ameri- can Stone Mills and Fire Tower Pizza. 08 09 09. Tyler McNaney is a jack of all trades who works with an amazing team to build closed loop recycling systems, that are used to utilize plastic to its fullest potential. He has been honored with the rank of Eagle Scout, Forbes 30 under 30 and Rising Star Class of 2016.

10. Susanne Schmidt- Hosted the event. She is a standup come- dienne, master storyteller and producer for The Moth. She has appeared in The Boston Women in Comedy Festival, 10 The Toronto SheDot Festival and named the “Best of the Valley Voices” by The Acade- my of Music Theater and New England Public Radio.

11. Michael Wood-Lewis and his wife, Valerie Wood-Lewis, founded FrontPorchForum. com in 2006, driven to help neighbors connect and build community.

12. Sarah Waring the executive director at the Center for an 11 12 Agricultural Economy, in Hard- wick VT, and serves on the Boards of the VT Community Foundation, the Public Assets Institute and the Northeast Kingdom Collaborative.

66 toy & candy

What better way to reward yourself after completing the zip-tour, aerial adventure course or hike? Located next to the Adventure center is our sweet-spot

67 the hideout

When the adults want to unwind by the alpine club fireplace after a long winter’s day of skiing but the kids are still amped-up, the kids make their way to The Hideout to play.

Photography by Kathleen Landwehrle

68 Once again, Spruce Peak hosted the annual Helen Day Arts Center Gala at The Lodge. This year’s theme was Pop-Art Mr. and Mrs. Levin, who reside in Miami, are renowned philanthropists dedicated to a variety of human service, arts, and cultural organizations, were awarded the Leadership & Service Award for their dedication and substantial support to the Art Center’s annual Exposed Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition.

69 #SNOWDAYS WINNERS the lodge held an instagram contest asking guests to share their photo for some cool Vermont prizes and a chance to win big with a return elevated luxury stay

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01 December and Grand Prize winner – Alison Bradsher 02 January – Caitlin Kelly 03 February – Sarah Salvas 04 March – Mike Hayes

70 Farm Table Fridays Spruce peak chef dinner series

Gather around our family table and enjoy an exquisite summer evening as distinguished guest chefs prepare Vermont-inspired cuisine for an unforgettable meal under the stars.

Featuring July 13 - Chef Bryan Hunt Executive Chef - Temple Court. New York, NY July 27 - Chef Jacqueline Cochran Executive Chef - The Club at Spruce Peak. Stowe, VT Aug. 3 - Chef Patrick Ryan Executive Chef/Owner - Port Fonda Restaurant, Kansas City, MO Aug. 31 - Chef Derek Simcik Executive Chef - Scout. Seattle, WA

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