Summer Activities

Swimming:

During the heat of the spring and summer months we offer our guests the use of our two, heated out-door pools.  The family pool is located below the fitness center and the smaller, adults only pool is located up behind the Millennium wing of the Lodge.

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Walking & hiking:
Through the meadows and down our country roads offer a slow pace to enjoy the breathtaking views and lush greenery of our beautiful mountain resort. There are over 60 kilometers of wooded hiking trails for all levels of ability. It is a short, peaceful hike to the Chapel, built by the Trapp family sons on their return home after World War II. A more challenging hike takes you to the Slayton Pasture Cabin, a favorite resting spot for cross-country skiers in the winter.  Guided nature walks are available to guests and teach them about native plants, wildlife and the evolving landscape. In the Stowe area, you can choose from numerous hiking trails including the Long Trail that runs over Mount Mansfield (Vermont's highest peak), Stowe Pinnacle and Hunger Mountain.

Horse-drawn Wagon Rides:
Enjoy a fun ride through our meadows and woods. Available for lodge guests and visitors alike. The fee is $15 per adult/$10 for children 4-12. Children 3 & under are free.   

Concerts in the Meadow:
Enjoy Sunday evening musical performances as part of our "Music In The Meadow" series. Bring a blanket and picnic and relax while enjoying spectacular sunsets and lush summer evening air filled with "the sounds of music"! Please visit Stowe Performing Arts and Vermont Mozart Festival for 2008 schedules and ticket information.

Try our Music in the Meadow package to fully enjoy this musical experience!

Four clay tennis courts:
USPTA Professional Charlie Yerrick has been developing ways for players to improve their enjoyment of the sport for 23 years. Every lesson is designed to meet the needs of the individual - from beginner (fundamental) stroke refinement to advanced footwork and tactics. All on four red clay tennis courts with the most spectacular mountain views in New England.Are available to our guests.Charlie Yerrick, U.S.P.T.A. tennis pro, has designed  daily clinics Monday through Friday with weekly "round robins" for tennis players to meet each other. Children's clinics are available through the Mountain Kids Club.

The Monday morning Round Robin has proven to be one of the best ways for guests to meet other players during their stay.  Other round robins will be posted in This Week in the Mountains based on activity levels each week. 

Instructional appointments, court reservations and Round Robin sign-ups may be made through the Reception Desk of the Fitness Center at Extension #5722.

Racquet stringing services, ball purchases and demo racquets are also available at the Fitness Center.

Fitness Center:
Indoor/outdoor pools, cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, free weights, sauna and indoor/outdoor whirlpools

Try our Mind, Body & Soul Wellness Package for the ultimate regenerating experience at our Fitness Center!

Stowe Recreation Path:
5.5 miles in length and perfect for biking, walking, roller blading and jogging.  Entrance is located 2 miles from the Lodge

The "Real Maria" documentary film:
Shown twice daily at the Lodge. This film is a wonderful and touching story about Maria von Trapp's last visit to Austria and the home the family fled in the late 1930's.

Music instruction:
Voice, harp and guitar lessons taught - see This Week in Our Mountains for weekly schedule

Weekly baking class:
With Executive Pastry Chef, Marshall Faye

Art classes:
Including painting with acrylics

Sing-a-longs:
See This Week In Our Mountains for weekly schedule