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Valentine’s Day – The MRV Way
Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley. Heck we even have Mad River Romance (check…
Read MoreRide to Ski on the Mad Bus
Mad River Valley visitors and residents are encouraged to utilize the free Mad Bus Service that is provided by Green…
Read MoreMemory Tree
Honor Your Memory Today! $5 each or 5 for $20 The Mad River Valley Memory Tree provides a way for…
Read More#SHOPMRV – Shop Local This Holiday Season
The holiday shopping season is upon us and there are so many ways to give unexpected, genuine, unique and delightful…
Read MoreMRV Star Kits On Sale Now
Order Your Star Kit! Over the past 15 years or so beautifully lit stars have become a ubiquitous feature around…
Read MoreSupport MRV Non-Profits with Meaningful Gifts This Holiday Season
The Holiday Season is always a good time to take stock and be more intentional with our gift giving. It’s…
Read MoreMRV Experiences are The Perfect Gift
With the holiday upon us it’s a great time to think of ways to give meaningful gifts. A gift of…
Read MoreStick Season Restaurants Schedules
As our hard-working restauranteurs take a well-deserved break in between the busy foliage and winter seasons we thought it might…
Read MoreLocal Artists Participate in Open Studio Weekend
The Vermont Crafts Council’s 30th Anniversary of the Vermont Fall Open Studio Weekend takes place on October 1st and 2nd, from…
Read MoreView the Foliage Like a Pro
With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…
Read MoreLiving with Bears in the MRV
Black bears (Urus americanus) are the only species of bear found in the Eastern United States and a healthy population…
Read MoreQuench Your Thirst in Central Vermont
Vermont’s craft beverage makers have become a major driver of visitors to the state and Central Vermont has been a…
Read MorestewardMRV Success
Last week I traveled 62.3 miles in 8.25 hours, and I walked all 22 of the designated stewardMRV sites. Each of…
Read MoreRural Food Court Sprouts at Village Square
If a few years back you would have told any MRV local that the Village Square (AKA the Mehuron’s shopping…
Read MoreFlags Fly Downtown
You may have noticed the new US and Mad River Valley flags fluttering along Route 100. These flags came about because…
Read MoreMRV Artisans Take Part in Vermont Open Studio Weekend
The 30th Anniversary of the Vermont Spring Open Studio Weekend takes place on May 28 & 29, from 10am to 5 pm.…
Read MoreSummer Events in Central Vermont
Many would argue that summer is the best season in Vermont. Even though a case for every season, it’s hard…
Read MoreMother’s Day in the MRV
Mother’s Day is coming up on May 8th and the Mad River Valley’s retailers, makers, restaurants and other businesses are…
Read MoreExplore Classic Mountain Towns Along Vermont Route 100
Encounter the winter beauty of the East Coast at an unseen level this year. Named one of “The Most Beautiful…
Read MoreMRV Chamber Launches First Ever Stand Up for Safety Initiative
The Mad River Valley, a popular Vermont ski and mountain tourism destination, has launched Stand Up for Safety, a program…
Read MoreCelebrate Valentine’s Day the MRV Way
Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley. If you are looking for a way to…
Read MoreValley of Makers
Long before it was “a thing”, Vermont’s Mad River Valley has been home to an astonishing array of “makers” of…
Read MoreGive a MRV Experience
With the holiday upon us it’s a great time to think of ways to give meaningful gifts. A gift of…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday – Keep It Local in the MRV
The Holiday Season is always a good time to take stock and be more intentional with our gift giving. It’s…
Read MoreHoliday Shopping Under Way
The holiday shopping season is upon us and there are so many ways to give unexpected, genuine, unique and delightful…
Read MoreSupply Chain Issues – Yet Another Reason to Shop Locally This Holiday Season
For many years now consumers locally and nationally have been on inexorable trend towards online shopping. With the well-documented supply…
Read MorePre-season Ski Update – a Community Conversation
On Wednesday November 10th at 7 pm the MRV Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present a Community Conversation involving the…
Read MoreChamber Hosts Service Industry Sexual Assault Awareness Workshop
The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that they will be hosting a very important and…
Read MoreIt’s a Dog’s Life
Finding just the right lodging accommodations can often times be challenging and if you have a pooch in tow it…
Read MoreSummer and The Best of Route 100
Vermont’s legendary Route 100 is known for its scenic views, especially in the Stowe, Waterbury and Mad River Valley corridor.…
Read MoreSigns of the Times – Back to Normalcy
It’s clear that things are really getting back to normal here in the MRV. The most obvious signs of our…
Read MoreQuirky Dining in the MRV
Quirky is defined as “characterized by peculiar or unexpected traits” and the Mad River Valley certainly fits the bill in…
Read MorestewardMRV Aims to Care for Recreational Access Points
Memorial Day weekend marks the kick-off of stewardMRV, a new initiative spearheaded by the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce,…
Read MoreValley Reporter Turns 50!
Happy 50th Birthday to The Valley Reporter! It is hard to imagine that our favorite, local news source is half…
Read MoreDining in The MRV
The Mad River Valley’s restaurants and eateries have been generous, gracious, diligent and creative as our community navigates these unusual…
Read MoreCommunity Conversation A Mid-season Update from the Ski Areas
Everyone in the MRV community is invited to an online Community Conversation presented by the MRV Chamber of Commerce involving…
Read MoreNew Name for Local Arts Organization
An iconic local arts organization has a new name—and a new look. Mad River Valley Arts (MRVA) is the name…
Read MoreSnow People Contest
With all the new snow of late, the Mad River Valley has been turned into a winter wonderland. Residents and…
Read MoreCelebrate Valentine’s Day the MRV Way
Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley. If you are scrambling for a way to…
Read More3 Local Specialty Food Purveyors Win National Awards
Three MRV purveyors; Babette’s Table, Mad River Distillers, and Von Trapp Farmstead each won prestigious Good Food Awards. With over 2,000 entries each year,…
Read MoreOutdoor Adventure
Clearwater Sports Winter Outdoor Adventures Guided Snowshoe Adventure Explore winter’s beauty in the backwoods of the Mad River Valley with…
Read MoreDining in The MRV
The Mad River Valley’s restaurants and eateries are at your service. Here are their hours for the winter of 2020-2021…
Read MoreMemory Tree Lighting
It’s Not Too Late to Dedicate Your Memory! The Mad River Valley Memory Tree will officially be lit on Friday,…
Read MoreBest of Route 100 Holiday Experiences
The communities of Stowe, Waterbury, and the Mad River Valley are the perfect place for a winter vacation or staycation…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday MRV Style
The 2020 Holiday Season is certainly different than in years past. It’s a good time to take stock and be…
Read MoreHoliday Shopping
The holiday shopping season is a bit different this year, that’s for sure! One silver linings of these crazy times…
Read MoreMRV Star Kits On Sale Now
Thanks to everyone who joined in on this fundraiser by purchasing“Star Kits”. It has been an unqualified success. We far…
Read MoreGive the Gift of Experiences
With the holiday upon us it’s a great time to think of ways to give meaningful gifts. A gift of…
Read MoreMemory Tree
The Mad River Valley Memory Tree has long been a highlight to the annual illumination of the valley. Each year…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Light up the MRV!
Every holiday season, the Mad River Valley comes to life with a spectacle of illumination that is quintessential Vermont. While it…
Read MoreView the Foliage Like a Pro
With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…
Read MoreVermonTouring – Scenic Drives in the MRV & Beyond
When Mad River Valley locals head out to explore and experience other parts of Vermont you might hear them say…
Read MoreInaugural Win Smith Be Better Award Presented
The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce announced the creation and recipient of the inaugural Win Smith Be Better Award…
Read MoreBeverage Making in the MRV – Brewers, Distillers and More
Vermont’s craft breweries have become a major driver of visitors to the state and the Mad River Valley has been…
Read MoreShop the Mad River Valley
Shopping is always a popular activity here in the Mad River Valley and the best part about the experience is…
Read MoreWeb Cams in the MRV
If you can only be in the MRV in spirit, please know that you can keep an eye on things…
Read MoreVillage Square Restaurants Embrace Challenge
In this brave new world of social distancing the MRV’s restaurant community has risen to the challenge in so many…
Read MoreThe Arts Are Alive and Well in The MRV
While the summer of 2020 has been unlike any other, there are still many ways to appreciate and participate in…
Read MoreSummer in the MRV
The summer of 2020 is certainly not shaping up to be a typical one here in the MRV. Travel restrictions,…
Read MoreVirtual Happenings in The Valley
In a time when most of us feel isolated, many businesses have taken to “being virtual”. Here is a list…
Read MoreHelp MRV Businesses Now!
Thank you for your interest in supporting the Mad River Valley’s businesses when they need it most. How you can help businesses…
Read MoreDining in The MRV
The Mad River Valley’s restaurants and eateries have been generous, gracious, diligent and creative as our community navigates these unusual…
Read MoreMRV Responds to COVID-19
Greetings MRV residents, visitors and folks with a connection to our community, The on-going pandemic is serious business and…
Read MoreAmerican Flatbread Deeply Organic
This time of year while most of us are looking forward to spring skiing with images of warm days, soft…
Read MoreLeap of Kindness Day
So what will you do with the extra day we all get this Leap Year, on Saturday, February 29, 2020?…
Read MoreMountain View Inn – A MRV Institution
Fred & Susan Spencer have owned Mountain View Inn since 1978! That is a huge accomplishment in an industry that…
Read MoreCelebrate Valentine’s Day the MRV Way
Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley. If you are scrambling for a way to…
Read MoreA Leap of Faith at Solace Bed & Breakfast
“Leaps of faith and change are scary, and the path doesn’t always go in the direction you think it will. …
Read MoreHostel Tevere has New Owner
When you meet Ryan Donnelly, you will notice a slight twang in his voice! Ryan is not from around here,…
Read MoreAbove & Beyond at Tucker Hill Inn
Patty and Kevin Begin, Owners of The Tucker Hill Inn work really hard to create an experience for their guests…
Read MoreBridges Resort Open to All
There is simply nothing better after a nice day of skiing than to get in a hot tub to soak…
Read MoreBest Places to Warm Up by the Fire in the MRV
Sometimes the best thing to do on a cold, winter day is to cuddle up next to a roaring fire.…
Read MorePie Sunday at The Swanson Inn
On most Sunday afternoons the parking lots of our local inns tend to be emptying out as visitors head home…
Read MoreGive the Gift of Giving
The holiday season is a great opportunity to give meaningful gifts that come back to support amazing local organizations that…
Read MoreExperiences are the Perfect Gift
These days many folks don’t want “things” as gifts. Instead they value experiences more. The MRV has so many great…
Read MoreMad River Real Estate – It’s All About The Community
Mad River Real Estate is certainly a premier agency here in the MRV. They are professional, knowledgeable and experienced. The…
Read MoreThe “Almost World Famous” Warren Store
Valley visitors simply love the Warren Store! A recent social media post is typical; “One of my favorite places in…
Read MoreCountry Christmas Events
Country Christmas is how the Mad River Valley celebrates the holidays. The Mad River Valley Chamber works in collaboration with the business…
Read More2nd Annual Mad River Valley Memory Tree 2019
The Mad River Valley Memory Tree stands as a bright and beautiful symbol of those we remember, honor, and celebrate this…
Read MoreTHE PITCHER INN WELCOMES CHEF JACOB ENNIS
This summer saw the arrival of a new chef (and his family) at The Pitcher Inn. Chef Jacob Ennis comes…
Read MoreMRV Barns & Bridges Festival This Weekend!
This Weekend! The 2nd Annual Vermont Barns & Bridges Festival— September 20, 21 & 22. This foliage kick-off Festival is…
Read MoreHow the Pros View Foliage
With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…
Read MoreGreen Mountain Photo Show
It’s hard to believe fall is upon us and so is the annual Green Mountain Photo Show. From amateur photographers…
Read MoreARTISTS TO TAKE OVER WAITSFIELD!
Waitsfield Telecom and Valley Arts are pleased to present the annual Great Vermont Plein Air Festival, an eagerly anticipated yearly…
Read MoreA Family Affair!
Water runs in their blood, but not the way you might think! Jen Fleckenstein and her brother Steve Parker…
Read MoreMad River Taste Week
MAD RIVER TASTE WEEK An annual summer event featuring farm tours, tastings, pairings, dinners and more The Mad River Food…
Read MoreAmerican Flatbread: A Place Like No Other
American Flatbread. A long-time Mad River Valley icon, it’s practically a right-of-passage in Vermont. Why, you ask? …
Read MoreWest Hill House B&B: You’ll Want to Stay Forever
“Such a lovely experience. Such a lovely place. All because of such lovely people.” “There truly isn’t anything not to…
Read MoreThe Man, the Myth, the Legend behind Buffalo Bill’s Retreat
To locals, Bill White goes by ‘Buffalo Bill’ or ‘Barbeque Bill’, and also some names not fit for publishing! One…
Read MoreMad River Eye Care: Seeing the Way to Stardom
The Mad River Valley has a new rock star! And, while he used to play the bass in a punk…
Read MoreCBD Events: Extra Special Care for Your Wedding
According to Thriveglobal.com, among the top 10 most stressful events in life is planning a wedding. Maybe that’s because we’re…
Read MoreSkiing the Valley: 3 Mountains in 1 Day!
Where do you have 3 epic ski mountains all within a 5-minute drive from each other? Right here in the…
Read MoreSugarbush is still open!
It’s spring skiing at Sugarbush! Sugarbush plans to remain open daily through Sunday, April 28th and then reopen for a…
Read MoreA personalized approach to the hospitality business
(promoted content, as seen in The Valley Reporter) Mike and Sandra Anastos, owners of the Yellow Farmhouse Inn in Waitsfield, spent…
Read MoreJamieson ‘Insures’ {pun intended} a history tour!
Jon Jamieson’s family arrived in the Mad River Valley in 1798. Yes, 1798! Watch as multi-generation Mad River Valley-an, Jon,…
Read MoreCabot Creamery Cooperative Celebrates a Century [Now, say that 5 times fast!]
Vermont. What comes to mind? Rolling green mountains, luscious landscapes, piles of snow (especially this winter!). Fresh air, pasturing cows,…
Read MoreRide to Ski: Our FREE MRV Bus
Get around the Mad River Valley on the GMT Bus, our FREE winter-seasonal bus service, operated by Green Mountain Transit. Daily…
Read MoreValley Shops Are Open For Friday Night FUN!
Après till 8! Friday, February 22nd, Mad River Valley shops are staying open until 8pm! Get a tour…
Read MoreFederal Employees: Ski the Valley for FREE
Are you a Federal employee who is currently furloughed or working without pay during the government shutdown? Our Mad River…
Read MoreMad Marathon Makes Runner’s World Bucket List!
For the 2nd year in a row, our own Mad Marathon was named to Runner’s World’s TEN BUCKET LIST MARATHONS…
Read MoreRide the LOVE Bus!
Enjoy a romantic evening out with your sweetheart, and let the LOVE BUS drive! Our FREE Mad River Valley bus…
Read MoreSki the Valley: Sugarbush & Mad River Glen celebrating birthdays this season!
The home of two legendary ski areas, Mad River Glen and Sugarbush, Vermont’s Mad River Valley is an epicenter of cool ski-town culture. …
Read MoreA family business keeping water safe.
(promoted content, as seen in The Valley Reporter) For more than 38 years, Clear Water Filtration has been offering Vermont, northeastern…
Read MoreHoliday Taste of The Valley: Recipes
(updated 12/12/2018) Did you participate in Country Christmas’ Taste of the Valley on December 8th? Find a favorite sweet treat? …
Read MoreSugarbush Festival of Lights & Memory Tree
The Sugarbush Festival of Lights is a Mad River Valley holiday tradition! Businesses and residents in the Mad River Valley…
Read MoreWorth driving 1600 miles to The Village Grocery.
One guy drove all the way from Oklahoma City to go to the Village Grocery (or, ‘the VG’, as locals…
Read MoreMad River Glen: Eat It If You Can.
Mad River Glen’s fish fry menu is almost as iconic as it’s single chair (which, ahem, happens to be the…
Read MoreBeer is here! Lawson’s Finest Liquids is Open!
Sean and Karen Lawson have announced the official opening of Lawson’s Finest Liquids‘ brewery, taproom, and retail store at 155…
Read MoreFinding Joy at Salt & Sand Studios.
“We loved that we could have a break from the ‘world’, learn glass blowing and do some yoga – even…
Read MoreMore than Coffee at Three Mountain Café.
When asked what she does in her spare time, Julie Burns, owner of Three Mountain Café, says, “I’m a hooker.…
Read MoreVermont Barns & Bridges Festival: FALL FUN FOR ALL!
It’s almost here! The Vermont Barns & Bridges Festival is September 14-16. We are picking out our party outfits, and…
Read MoreMad River Taste Week: TOP 10 REASONS TO GO
The first Mad River Taste Week kicks off on August 4th with the famed Waitsfield Farmer’s Market and a community pig…
Read MoreWarren 4th of July Parade & Festivities!
It’s here! For the 70th consecutive year, we celebrate our independence with Warren’s famous wild, wacky, and wickedly fun parade,street dance, and…
Read MoreMAD RIVER TASTE WEEK: A New Summer Event Featuring Tours, Tastings, and Teachings
Mad River Food Hub announces Mad River Taste Week, a 7-day celebration of the food and beverage makers and growers…
Read MoreNew Fall Event Announced: Vermont Barns & Bridges Festival
Valley Arts and the Mad River Valley community announce the first annual Vermont Barns & Bridges Festival will take place…
Read MoreMad Marathon Makes the Bucket List
Runner’s World has published the top 10 Bucket List Marathons to run in 2018, and the Mad Marathon made the…
Read MoreNew Member Services Coordinator Joins the Chamber
The Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Ginger Berkelhamer has joined the staff as the…
Read MoreMad River Valley Chamber of Commerce Announces Strategic Plan
Anyone who has spent time in the Mad River Valley knows this is a unique and wonderful place. With its…
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