PROFILE
FREESKIING CHAMPION BY DAY,
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT BY
NIGHT | 16
Last year, Mac Forehand became the
youngest ever World Cup champion in
skiing slopestyle. This year, he’ll practice his
resilience...and get his homework done.
BY MARK AIKEN
WINTERWONDERWOMEN | 24
A super-group of bluegrass women, with
Vermont roots and formed on stage at
WinterWonderGrass, plans their next
collaboration.
BY IDA MAE SPECKER
IN MEMORIAM JAKE BURTON
CARPENTER | 46
NEIGHBORS TO THE NORTH | 48
Thoughtfully designed for every member of
the family, Quebec’s Mont-Tremblant oozes
both vacation fun and ease for a stress-free
getaway.
THE SCIENCE OF SNOW | 56
An inside look at the world of meteorology
and the minute-by-minute role it plays in ski
area operations.
BY CASSIE CASSIDY
This February, the resort welcomes outdoor
enthusiast organization, Get Out and Trek,
for an inclusive LGBTQ winter weekend.
SPECIAL SECTION
GOOD TASTE DINING GUIDE | 72
Southern Vermont’s dining scene thrives
with innovative and fresh menus suitable for
every palate.
SKI TOWN KITCHEN | 78
A celebration of après ski food with recipes
that warm hearts and fill bellies after a day
on the slopes.
BY JENNIE IVERSON
BUILDING THE DREAM | 84
Like all entrepreneurs, Vermont’s creators
face tough challenges, but numerous
organizations throughout the state are
working to minimize as many barriers as
possible.
BY STRATTON MAGAZINE STAFF
TRI-STATE SUPERHEROES | 92
While spreading joy dressed as some of our
favorite heroes, it’s difficult to tell just who
inspires whom.
BY VANCE SAVAGE
A MOUNTAINSIDE HOME
DESIGNED FOR FAMILY | 96
A collaboration between homeowners
and Pete Conrad Construction creates a
welcoming multigenerational retreat.
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LGBTQ WINTER SUMMIT COMES
TO STRATTON | 68
WINTER 2020
From the Publisher | 12
Mag News | 14
Stratton Events | 30
Engage | 32
ArtScene | 38
out+about | 40
Early Access | 42
Real Estate | 96
Ad Index | 124
Local Services | 126
Last Word | 128
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