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The Most Impressive Uphill Capacity in the Northeast

Stratton Mountain, an Ikon Pass use property is our favorite Vermont resort and our Urban Sherpa coach will get us there in under four hours. Special? Yeah, Stratton has probably the most impressive uphill capacity in the Northeast; you will wait longer for a cup of coffee at Starbucks than for a chair at Stratton. And with over 600 inbound rideable acreage, you will probably never discover the whole mountain in a single day.

First-Time Visitors

Stratton means big-mountain skiing and riding, so before you hit the slopes, map out your perfect day! Follow the sun from corduroy super-cruisers, steep and deep glades and number-one rated terrain parks to family-friendly trails like Easy Street, a three-mile, easy-does-it trail, from the summit of southern Vermont’s highest peak. Experts would look for Upper Spruce and Polar Bear; they are popular multi-pitch diamonds that will keep even the best skier or rider amused. For a real challenge though, take to the woods on a good snow day and enjoy the natural features of the Test Pilot glade located off skiers right on Upper Kidderbrook. You have to keep your eyes peeled though or you may miss the entrance.

And when you want to take a break from Stratton’s awesome terrain, The Village has name-brand stores like Bogner, Burton, and North Face, or pick up some candy at Mountain Sweets. Hungry? Even more reason to take an hour during the day and visit Stratton’s own Blue Moon Cafe, Luna, Mulberry Street Ristorante, or, our favorite, Mulligan’s Pub.

Terrain Parks

Terrain Parks
Terrain Park Update: Stratton continues to offer the best terrain experience. Look for our designated freestyle terrain trails with rollers, spines, a halfpipe and more. Diversity, innovation and fun describe the focus for freestyle terrain in the new season. Example; Stratton’s advanced terrain park and superpipe moves to Sunriser, navigate to Supertrail at the Sun Bowl, the bowl was home to the US Open Snowboarding Championships. Stratton has a full-length Jib Park on Lower Middlebrook plus a boardercross course on East Byrnside

You know freestyle skiing and riding requires imagination, creativity and innovation. New for this season is an expanded rail garden on Betwixt and Beeline, giving you more terrain and freedom to jib. Consider it freestlye au natural.

And for skiers and riders of all ages and abilities they have designed a network of terrain parks centered on the idea of progression. Inexperienced freestylers can try their first trick in Stratton’s learn-to-freestyle park, Parkway, before moving on to their beginner park on Tyrolienne.

As always, the exact features in all the parks is subject to change based on weather and the need occasionally to refresh the layout. Stay posted for updates on their progress and conditions of their parks. In the meantime, dial in that equipment and enjoy!

Logistics | Pickups & Departures

Pickup/Dropoff Locations

Commonwealth EMS Store (Boston)
1041 & 1045 Commonwealth Avenue
Harvard Square (Boston)
Cambridge Commons, Garden Street & Appian Way
Times Square
42nd Street between Seventh & Eighth Avenues, New Victory Theatre
Union Square
On the Corner of Fourth Avenue & 14th Street

	Union Square	Times Square
Depart	4:15 AM	4:30 AM
Depart Stratton		4:00 PM
Return	8:30 PM	8:15 PM

Permissions Slip for Minors

A parent or legal guardian must complete and bring along a Minor Permissions Slip for each child age sixteen (16) and under.

Download the Minor Permissions Slip >

How do I select the correct snowboard stance?

Your bindings settings usually follow your batting stance. If you are right-handed and bat right-handed, then you will probably feel most comfortable with your left foot forward (regular). If you are left-handed or bat “lefty,” then you will likely feel right foot forward is more natural (goofy).

These are just guidelines to start. We can help you find the right fit for your ride.

What type of skier are you?

Determining your ski ability is your responsibility!

Your ski ability, height, weight, age, and boot-sole length are used by the shop to determine the visual indicator settings of your ski bindings. Be sure to provide accurate information, as any error may increase your risk of injury. Consult the skier type descriptions to select your classification. These descriptions are compatible with ASTM and ISO documents.

Type I Skier (Beginner)

Cautious skiing at lower visual indicator settings

Prefer slow to moderate speeds
Prefer gentle to moderate terrain
Receive lower-than-average visual indicator settings (this may increase the risk of inadvertent binding release in order to increase the likelihood of release in a fall)
Type I settings apply to entry-level skiers uncertain of their classification
Type I- setting apply for skiers who desire visual indicator settings lower than settings for a Type I skier

Type II Skier (Intermediate)

Moderate skiing at average visual indicator settings

Prefer a variety of speeds
Prefer varied terrain
Type II settings apply to skiers who do not meet all the descriptions of Type I or Type III classifications

Type III Skier (Advanced)

Aggressive skiing at higher visual indicator settings

Prefer fast speeds
Prefer steep terrain
Receive higher-than-average visual indicator settings (this may reduce the likelihood of release in a fall in order to reduce the risk of inadvertent binding release)
Type III+ settings apply for skiers who desire visual indicator settings higher than settings for a Type III skier

LET’S SELECT A TRIP DATE …

COVID-19 Safety Statement

Urban Sherpa Travel is committed to the health and safety of our guests and our team. Please be aware that exposure to COVID-19 is an inherent risk in any public location where people are present. We have taken numerous steps to reduce this inherent risk and ask that you familiarize yourself with our COVID-19 health and safety requirements and precautions prior to your visit. You should evaluate your own level of risk when determining whether to visit. By traveling with Urban Sherpa Travel you acknowledge and agree that you assume these inherent risks associated with your attendance as we have explained them to you.

In response to COVID-19, Urban Sherpa Travel has implemented the following safety measures to promote the health and safety of our guests and employees:

All guests and employees must wear a face mask or covering that fully covers the entire mouth and nose, fits snugly against the side of the face, and secures under the chin at all times while onboard and in stations, unless actively eating or drinking while stationary and maintaining appropriate physical distancing
Guests must maintain social distancing when on board, entering, or exiting the bus
To meet social distancing guidelines, passenger capacity per bus will be reduced on our buses
Guests should seat themselves with social distancing in mind
The first row behind the driver will not be open for passengers
Urban Sherpa Travel employees will be provided appropriate PPE, including masks, to adhere to CDC recommendations
Guests are encouraged to perform a self-health screening prior to arriving at the pickup location for their trip
Sanitizing wipes and/or will be available on all buses
We are practicing social distancing and additional cleaning protocols at the facilities we visit
All Urban Sherpa Travel employees will be required to undergo health screenings before they arrive at work, given their interaction with guests and other employees on our trips

We have implemented an updated daily bus cleaning and disinfecting process, including the following:

Utilizing an EPA-approved disinfectant chemical
Wiping down of all high-touch surfaces
Mopping the floor
Wiping down lavatories
Applying chemical mist to all surfaces via pump sprayer

IF YOU FEEL SICK OR THINK YOU MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO COVID-19, PLEASE STAY HOME AND CONTACT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER.

Reminders from the Centers for Disease Control

The best prevention is not to be exposed to the virus.
Stay home when you feel sick.
Avoid contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Frequently wash your hands with soap for at least 20 seconds.
If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based (60% alcohol) hand sanitizer.
Regularly clean high-touch surfaces with standard household cleaning spray or wipes.

What is your registration/cancellation policy?

Pre-register any time before the trip.
All walk-ons are cash only, first come, first served.
Refunds, minus a 20% transaction fee per person, are possible for cancellations 72 hours or more in advance of your trip.
We regret that refunds will not be given for cancellations within 72 hours the of the trip.
No refunds or carry-overs will be given for missed trips.
Children under the age of 18 must sign off with our Urban Sherpas, and signed releases for medical attention must be provided to our Urban Sherpas. Download the Minor Permissions Slip >

Does your registration/cancellation policy change for special events?

For certain trips or special events, due to volume-discount pricing, we regret we cannot offer refunds/cancellations as per our normal policy. Purchases are non-refundable and non-transferrable between dates/times. Where this is the case, we display the exception prominently before and during the booking process. Please book your selection carefully!