The Catamount Trail Association is seeking a Communications and Engagement Coordinator to lead CTA efforts to connect with the backcountry ski community in Vermont, and the CTA’s  2500 members, through communications, events, and programs. This position is responsible for the CTA’s digital and print communications, and works with the Executive Director to develop strategies to ..read more

As a follow up to our collaboration with Mola Hoods we are excited to bring you a collection of limited edition bags from Class 4 Designs (C4D). We’ve been working with Aaron from C4D on special editions of their Schwack Pack and Bread Loaf Tote. The Bread Loaf Tote is a large travel tote that ..read more

We are very excited to be working with Caroline from Mola Hoods on a collection of cozy mid-weight fleece to help celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Catamount Trail! These will be perfect for frosty morning skins, snuggling up next to the fire, or fall trail work days! There are three styles to choose from ..read more

This Raffle Has Ended Raffle Winners! Thank you to everyone that contributed to support the new Battleground Bridge! We are very lucky to have such an engaged and supportive community. In total… 106 individuals purchased raffle tickets or made donations to the CTA helping us raise $7600 towards this project… Blowing our target of $5000 ..read more

Vermont Backcountry Ski Handbook Now Available A How-to Guide for the Management of Backcountry Ski Zones Montpelier, VT – The Vermont Backcountry Ski Handbook provides land managers, partner organizations, and the public with the basic tools and information needed to use, develop, and manage sanctioned backcountry ski zone projects. A free online resource, this first edition ..read more

Plan Ahead for Winter Touring The leaves have fallen. The air is getting cooler. Stick season has begun. We can admire our skis and boards, tune them up, maybe even take them out to the one trail open at our local resort. But, what else is there to do while we wait for the woods ..read more

The CTA and Patagonia have teamed up again to raise money for the Catamount Youth Programs, which are free learn-to-ski nordic programs hosted by communities throughout Vermont. Our programming uses nordic skiing as a means to promote healthy lifestyles, increase engagement with nature, and promote access to outdoor activities in the winter. The Catamount Youth Programs are free for ..read more

The USDA Forest Service, Green Mountain National Forest, Manchester Ranger District is soliciting public comments for a proposed project to add additional glades for backcountry skiing at Dutch Hill on National Forest System land.   Included here are the Dutch Hill Glade Additions Project Scoping Letter, the Section 1 Project Description, and a map of ..read more