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Vermont Trail Chatter

Catamount Trail Association & Mountain Ops VT

Vermont Trail Chatter is a podcast focused on sharing stories and experiences from organizations and individuals that make the Green Mountain State such an awesome place to recreate. We"ll talk with land managers, trail builders, volunteers, and other trail users. We"ll explore new outdoor trends. Sometimes we"ll talk about gear... People love gear! Ultimately, we want to help you develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of all trails... From how much work is required to create and maintain a

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31:41

Scott Reeves : Stowe Mountain Resort

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/11/07

On today's episode we talk with Sr, Director of Mountain Operations of Stowe Mountain Resort Scott Reeves. We talk about how Scott got into skiing and how he made it into a career. He talks about a couple of the small cogs in a big machine to keep a resort running. With us being the uphill-oriented shop we are we of course dive into the uphill policy and what we can do as a community to make it better.

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56:38

17 - Noah Dines: The Quest For 3 Million

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/10/06

In this episode of Vermont Trail Chatter we speak with Noah Dines, and Aaron Rice.Aaron currently holds the record for the most vertical skied in a single year using only human power... No lifts, no snowmobiles, no helicopters... Just your own two legs! He set the record in 2016 by skiing 2.5 million feet, or more precisely 2,506,499ft. You can learn more about Aaron's experience in the film by Tyler Wilkinson-Ray - 2.5 Million. During our talk Aaron shares a bit about the history of this record,

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38:10

16 - Caroline Patten: MolaHoods

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/09/22

In this episode of Vermont Trail Chatter we sit down with Caroline Patten of MolaHoods to learn more about her history making gear, her transition to full-time apparel making, and how MolaHoods is making the world a better place through conscientious sourcing of materials and sustainable production.

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23:31

15 - Robby Laughlin & David Hatoff: Mountain Ops

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/09/11

This is our first official episode of Vermont Trail Chatter, and today we sat down with our co-hosts for this series, Robby & Dave, to learn a little bit about them, their roles within the trails community, and some of the things they hope to explore in future episodes.

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105:50

14 - Backcountry Show & Tell: What To Pack + First...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

What do experienced backcountry skiers and splitboarders carry in their packs when they head out on a tour? Join our guests as they unpack their packs for us and tell us a bit about why they are carrying the items found inside. During this informal chat we will cover standard items such as extra layers, food, something to drink, etc... But we will also take a close look at what specific items our guests are carrying in their first aid and repair kits. The goal here isn't to promote a "right"

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103:10

13 - Backcountry Show & Tell: Pandem-Etiquette

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

In this episode we will be sitting down with Mike Snyder (Commissioner Of VT Forest Parks & Rec) Andrew Clawson (USFS), Steve Sharp (President - Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition), and Erik Osterlund (concerned citizen, and NEK Splitboarder) to discuss backcountry etiquette and share some best practices. All signs this season point to a significant increase in backcountry traffic, and unfortunately it is possible to love something to death. Being considerate and kind will ensure the

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68:50

12 - Backcountry Show & Tell: Clothing Strategies

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

What are people wearing when backcountry skiing or splitboarding? Join our guests as they show us what they wear and share some clothing strategies for staying warm and comfortable when sliding around in the woods. During this informal chat we will cover all of the layers you might wear from head to toe. We're not here to tell you what to use or how to dress, but we do hope that by sharing what we're wearing and why we can help you figure out how to stay comfortable on your next tour. Learn more

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86:40

11 - Backcountry Show & Tell: XCD/Nordic Touring...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

What kind of gear are people using in Vermont's backcountry? Join our guests as they show us what they'll be on this season and tell us a little bit about why they chose the gear they're using. During this informal chat we will cover Nordic Touring skis, bindings, boots, skins, poles, goggles, helmets, and packs. We're not here to tell you what to use, but we do hope that by sharing why we've made the choices we've made we can help you make more informed decisions when facing down the myriad of

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113:30

10 - Backcountry Show & Tell: Splitboard Equipment

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

What kind of gear are people using in Vermont's backcountry? Join our guests as they show us what they'll be riding this season and tell us a little bit about why they chose the gear they're using. During this informal chat we will cover Splitboard decks, bindings, boots, skins, poles, goggles, helmets, and packs. We're not here to tell you what to use, but we do hope that by sharing why we've made the choices we've made we can help you make more informed decisions when facing down the myriad of

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98:59

9 - Backcountry Show & Tell: Alpine Touring &...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

What kind of gear are people using in Vermont's backcountry? During this informal chat we will cover Alpine Touring & Telemark skis, bindings, boots, skins, poles, goggles, helmets, and packs. We're not here to tell you what to use, but we do hope that by sharing why we've made the choices we've made we can help you make more informed decisions when facing down the myriad of options available today. Learn more about the Catamount Trail Association: http://www.catamounttrail.org Review &

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45:44

8 - The Vermont Backcountry Ski Handbook (Spring 2023)

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR), Catamount Trail Association (CTA), and the U.S. Forest Service have released a new resource, The Vermont Backcountry Ski Handbook. The goal of this resource is to give public and private land managers the tools and information they need to manage land for backcountry skiing in a sustainable way that complements forest management and ecological protection goals. Join us as we sit down with representatives from the State of Vermont, the

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59:22

7 - The Catamount Trail Founders Return with David...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

On March 1, 1984, three young men — Steve Bushey, Paul Jarris, and Ben Rose — set off to ski across Vermont on something they called the Catamount Trail. By completing their trip they made history, and a new long-distance trail was born. Join the three founders for a virtual reunion as they discuss that first Catamount Trail adventure, where it led them in life, and their thoughts on the trail today. This interview was conducted on Zoom and will include an audience Q&A at the end. The discussion

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94:43

6 - Aidan Powell: Setting An FKT On The CT (Winter 2021)

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

During winter 2021 Aidan Powell set out to do something special... Ski the entirety of the Catamount Trail faster than anyone has before. This endeavor required a significant amount of planning and preparation and in the end Aidan accomplished what he set out to do. During this Trail Chatter episode we sit down with Aidan to learn more about what it takes to ski over 300 miles of trail quickly and efficiently. We'll dig into his planning process, and talk about the challenges he faced out on the

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65:33

5 - Vermont Huts Association (Winter 2021)

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

The Vermont Huts Association (VHA) was founded in 2016 to create a network of backcountry huts that would help connect trails and facilitate adventure here in Vermont. During this episode of Vermont Trail Chatter we will be sitting down with VHA founders RJ Thompson and Devin Littlefield to learn a bit more about the people behind the organization, and to discuss how things are going. You can learn more about the Vermont Huts Association Network and become a member at https://vermonthuts.orgNote:

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67:29

4 - Milan Kubala: Athlete Advisory Chair, US Ski...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

Join us as we sit down with Milan Kubala of Stowe, VT. We first connected with Milan at our weekly skimo races in 2016. Since then a lot has happened. During our talk we'll learn how Milan became known as the Denim Ghost, about his journey from racing by headlamp at Bolton Valley to competing in Europe, and what led him to join the board of directors of the United States Ski Mountaineering Association (USSMA). We'll also talk to Milan about what he's been up to this season and his plans for the

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38:05

3 - Matt William: Catamount Trail Association...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

In this episode we sit down with Matt Williams, Executive Director here at the Catamount Trail Association. Matt joined us in the spring of 2018. This interview was done as he approached the end of his third year at the helm, we sat down to talk about how things have been going and what the future holds. You can learn more about the Catamount Trail Association at: http://www.catamounttrail.orgNote: Season 1 episodes of Vermont Trail Chatter were originally recorded via Zoom and appeared on the

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64:04

2 - SplitboardVT.com (Winter 2021)

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/26

Join us as we sit down with Al Karam and Mitch Rovito the founders of SplitboardVT.com. We chat with them about how they got into splitboarding, where the idea for SplitboardVT came from, and what they hope to accomplish. Learn More At: http://www.splitboardvt.comNote: Season 1 episodes of Vermont Trail Chatter were originally recorded via Zoom and appeared on the Catamount Trail Association YouTube Channel. The audio from those videos has been published here. Season 2 will bring new episodes

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89:39

1 - Managing Terrain & Access: How Much Is Enough?...

Vermont Trail Chatter ·

2023/07/19

Interest in "earning-your-turns" has exploded during recent history in Vermont, and the small number of individuals roaming Vermont's backcountry or skinning up our local ski areas have grown into a wave of stoke for the uphill experience. Recreational organizations, communities, and volunteers have responded by building an expanding network of "managed zones" throughout the state and region. Ski areas have adjusted and adapted their uphill policies, and ski shops have stocked-up on the latest gear

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