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Conditions & Atmosphere

• Weather: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. Northwest wind around 6 mph.

• Vibes: After a string of scorching days that had us all glued to the nearest AC unit or fan, the air finally turns the page. Today brings a refreshing break, cooler temps, lighter breezes, and a reason to step outside and get moving. It’s a misty morning, don’t see no sun, but I know you’re out there somewhere, having fun.

Today’s Highlights

• Main Activity: Smuggs I-Did-A-Cart. All ages. Adventure Tent. 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

• Special Event: Backyard Bash. Start the evening at 5:00 pm with Marko the Magician, whose mesmerizing tricks and illusions will delight guests of all ages. Enjoy a variety of classic lawn games on the green, perfect for some friendly competition. At 6:00 pm, Jammin’ Sam and his Acoustic Duo bring live music to the scene, creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Stick around afterward for our popular cornhole tournament, a favorite for both casual and competitive players. Grab a bite to eat with delicious food and drinks available for purchase outside from The Morse Mountain Grille. Or satisfy your sweet tooth at our S’mores bar while relaxing by the bonfire!

Insider Tips

• Tomorrow is the Jeffersonville Farmers’ Market. 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Bring a reusable tote and get everything you’ll need for a farm to table dinner in your condo. Or just eat there, either way it will be fresh, organic, and very Vermonty. 

• Everything looks better through a fresh pair of sunglasses. Brighten the already stunning scenery with polarized lenses and maybe see that brookie swimming by in Sterling Pond. 3 Mountain Outfitters has a great selection of top brands like Smith, Maui Jim, Oakley, and my personal favorite Blender. 

• Trent’s Bread is delivered on Tuesday. Grab a fresh loaf of Vermont Artisan Bread from The Country Store before they’re gone.

Hike, Breathe, Cast

Winding up the rugged trail behind Smugglers’ Notch, you’ll find a little alpine gem tucked into the mountains, Sterling Pond, Vermont’s highest stocked trout pond. Fun fact, the 250 trout are transported to the pond via a chairlift ride. To check it out, take a short but steady climb, with lots of rock stairs to start. After an hour of hiking you’ll be at the top. There you’ll find stillness, spruce scent, and brook trout disturbing the water surface as they rise for a meal. Bring a rod if you’ve got one (and a license), or just dip your toes and watch the mist lift off the pond like something out of A River Runs Through It. Dress in layers, keep a water bottle close, pack a snack or lunch, and don’t forget to pause. The mountain has a way of speaking when we’re quiet enough to listen.

 Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!

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Conditions & Atmosphere

• Weather: Showers and thunderstorms before 3pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 3pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. High near 75. Southwest wind 6 to 8 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

• Vibes: It’s a “Bouncing Around the Room” kind of morning, light, breezy, mellow. Great for a sunrise stroll, a roll cast on the Brewster River, or an early hike up Morse before the crowd wakes up. But come afternoon, we’re shifting into “Split Open and Melt” territory. Clouds get weird, the air thickens, and the whole scene starts to feel like a slow-building Type II jam, unpredictable and slightly electric. 

Today’s Highlights

• Activity: Yoga for All Levels. Ages 13 & older. Nordland Library. Get your stretch on before a long day tomorrow of standing while watching the parade and fireworks.

• Event: Vermont Country Fair. All ages. Vendors in the Low Level Meeting House 5pm – 8pm, Fair Games (amended) FunZone 2.0 Party room 5:30pm – 7:30pm, Food Truck in the Main Lot 5pm – 8pm. Bootleggers Lounge 21 + Smuggs House Band 7pm. Storm Windows Band 9pm.

Celebrate July 4th Smuggs-style!

In Jeffersonville:

10:00 am Parade, theme Small Town, BIG HEART!

11:00 am – 1:00 pm Join us at the Town Fair at Cambridge Elementary School! Enjoy a day full of delicious food, local crafts, fun games, and community spirit. Meet local groups, explore handmade goods, and soak up live music from Soulstice, bringing the vibes with a mix of reggae, ska, rock, and jam band favorites.

Join us at Smugglers’ on the Village Green:

5:00 pm Jammin’ Sam is your host with music for all ages.

5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Live music with A House On Fire. Green Mountain Grillbillies food truck will be available.

Dusk Enjoy the spectacular fireworks against the backdrop of the Green Mountains.

Insider Tips

•  Notchville Water Park is open! Daily 11:00am – 7:00pm. This a hidden gem at Smuggs, with interactive elements that will keep the kids busy, and less crowding because of its off the beaten path location. Free waterfall massages too!

Tomorrow is the big day! Parade, Fireworks, Food, Fun! Here are a few ways to make the most of your day.

• Arrive early for both the parade and the fireworks to claim the best spot.

• Bring your own chair/blanket, thank me later.

• Maple Street in Jeffersonville tends to be less busy than Main Street and provides more shade from the sun. Also, and far more important, Less people = more candy for the kids too.

• Park near the Union Bank for easy access into and out of town. Don’t forget to get your picture with the silo murals.

• Go all out with the Red, White, and Blue. Pinwheels, Flags, Face-paint, Attire.

• Be ready for the fly over, the jets will scream past at exactly 10:02am. They will sneak up on you, but their presence will instantly and definingly be known once they arrive. 

• Glowsticks and fireworks go together like peanut butter and jelly. 

• Embrace freedom and eat without judgment or persecution. Candy for breakfast, yes. Fried Dough for lunch, absolutely. Sauce-soaked BBQ meat for dinner, why stop now? Chase it all down with something frosty and cold, L-I-V-I-N.

• Have fun and be safe!

Tucked into a quiet nook of our magical woodland trails lies a realm called the Gnome Village, a whimsical haven where imagination takes root and guests become forest architects. The Gnome Village is a designated area in the woods where guests, young and old, gather to build homes for our pint-sized, mythical mountain residents. Constructed from natural supplies found nearby (think twig and branch framing, bark shingles, pinecone chimneys, and pebble patios), these fairy-sized lodges are built to suit, your vision. There’s gnome wrong way to build a gnome shelter. It’s a lesson in eco-friendly creativity, and the results are as charming as they are biodegradable. Families often return to “check on their gnome,” and some even leave tiny letters in the mailbox provided in hopes of correspondence with their garden dwelling friends. 

The Gnome Village is located on top of the hill between the Village Center and the Mountain Bike Park. Follow the paved path between Mountainside Water Park and the Village Lodge, take the staircase to the top, look to the right, gnome way you can miss it.  

 Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!

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Conditions & Atmosphere

• Weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Northwest wind around 7 mph.

• Vibes: Not a cloud in sight and the trails are calling, it’s a full-on “Walking on Sunshine” kind of day. Crank up the good vibes and lean into the light. Whether you’re chasing mountaintop views, floating in the pool, or just strolling with an iced coffee in hand, the sun is here to hype your day. Slather on the SPF, put on your best summer hat, and let the mountain do the rest.

Today’s Highlights

• Activity: Explore Mansfield Ages 15 & older. Gazebo on the Village Green 9:00am – 4:00pm

• Event: Game night in the Meeting House, Price is Close Game Show 5:00pm – 6:00pm Followed by Family Bingo 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Insider Tips

• Did you rent your golf cart yet? If you haven’t, you are totally missing the ultimate open-air ride around the village. Available at 3 Mountain Outfitters. First come, first served. Ext. 1150 to check availability.

• Wednesday is a good day to start thinking about the souvenir you’ll be bringing home, plus a fresh Smuggs T-shirt for the festivities on the fourth is never a fashion faux pas. 3 Mountain Outfitters has a deep selection of styles. Open daily from 8:00am – 8:00pm

• Turn your favorite Ben & Jerry’s ice cream into a milkshake for a tasty to-go treat. No sticky hands, no dribbles running down your arm, just intravenous Phish Food. Scoop shop open 3:00pm – 8:30pm

There’s a moment, standing 4,393 feet above sea level on the summit of Mount Mansfield, where conversation falls away, and the view takes over. But don’t be fooled: the best part of this guided hike isn’t just the panorama stretching from the Adirondacks to the Whites, it’s the trail talk. Our guides are walking encyclopedias of Vermont flora, fauna, and folklore (ask about the Wampahoofus), making every step feel connected to the land beneath your boots. Dress smart (layers, sturdy shoes), hydrate often, and prepare to leave a little piece of your stress below the tree line. Because at the top of Vermont, everything feels a bit more grounded.

 Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!

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Conditions & Atmosphere

• Weather: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 10am. High near 78. West wind 11 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%

• Vibes: The day may be starting in puddles, but don’t fret, “Here Comes the Sun,” and it’s alright. Those moody clouds will hopefully give way to golden skies later, and your afternoon will be wide open for summery adventures. There’s something extra special about a day that makes you wait for the good stuff, it hits different. 

Today’s Highlight

• Activity: Mushroom Hunt. Ages 10 and older. Meet at the Gazebo on the Village Green 10am. Regardless of the weather you’ll have a fungus time. 

• Event: Backyard Bash on the Village Green 5pm – 8pm. Marko the Magician, Jammin Sam, Lawn Games, BBQ, S’mores, Movie Night

• Saddle up, y’all! It’s line dancing time. The Boyden Valley Barn is fixin’ to show you how they roll with a little bit of country and a little bit of rock ‘n roll on July 2nd. Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or just learning the ropes, Better In Boots will guide you through a new 32-count dance that’ll have you “bootin’, scootin’, and boogyin’” in no time. The evening kicks off at 6:00 pm with open dancing and warm-ups, followed by a lesson at 6:15 pm, and then more dancing and speakers going boom boom until 9:00 pm. Got a little dirt on your boots? No problem! Just bring your, here for the party energy and a clean pair of shoes for the dance floor. So grab your partner, or don’t, and join us for a night of I like it, I love it, I want some more of it, laughs and fun. It’s gonna be a honky-tonk good time!

Insider Tip

• Start your day at the Country Store. Order a morning motivation beverage from the Perk and pair it with a locally made pastry. Then peruse the puzzle selection and take advantage of that giant dining room table in your condo. 

• Wanna stay dry? Check out 3 Mountain Outfitters & Sport Shop and get your whole family kitted in Gore-Tex. The rain and wind will back down to your steeze.

• FunZone 2.0 day! Load up the arcade card. Zap your siblings in the laser tag arena, then race them on the obstacle course. All in a climate-controlled facility. Rain, rain, we can still play all day.

• Tomorrow looks like a beautiful weather day, book your spot for the Mount Mansfield hike today. Trying to be a step ahead of potentially weather impacted activities will let you maximize your time here. 

At Smuggs, we love celebrating local gems that make our community shine, and Cameron’s Cupboard is one of them. This Vermont family-run business crafts small-batch, gluten-free granola that’s as wholesome as their mission. Inspired by Cameron, a young man with autism, the company creates meaningful work opportunities for individuals with special needs, proving that good food and good values go hand in hand. With flavors like Maple Walnut and Apple Cider Donut, their granola is a delicious reminder of what’s possible when purpose meets passion. You’ll find their products right here at the Smugglers’ Notch Country Store, as well as at a booth at our farmers market on Monday mornings. So, get your yogurt ready because each bite supports something bigger than breakfast. We’re proud to spotlight Cameron’s Cupboard as a partner in community, inclusion, and heart.

https://cameronscupboard.com

 Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!

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Greetings Smuggs Family!

My name is Matt McCawley, and you’ll be seeing my name pop up more frequently here on The Views from the Notch. This May, after many years of service for numerous departments, I started in a new role in Marketing, as the Content Media Specialist. I’ll be working on bringing Smuggs to life through creative content, and waist-deep resort knowledge. I’m excited to start sharing more updates and helpful info primarily tailored for our in-house guests, but any and all who wish to follow, please by all means, tag along. You can expect a few posts each week featuring:

• Weather Forecast pin-point sourced from the National Weather Service
• Highlighted activities and current events at the resort
• Insider tips to help make the most of your visit
• A little personality, some local flavor, and a few surprise contributors 
• Direct access to the most current Hours of Operations and Weekly Activity Guide

A little more background on me, I was born in Vermont, raised right here in Jeffersonville, and have been skiing at Smuggs for nearly 40 years. I currently live locally with my wife Kate and our 6 year-old boy/girl twins, Micah and Cassidy, who already share our love for outdoor adventures. You will also almost certainly see those two in future marketing campaigns, as they will work for a mini-Hersey bar and a couple Sour Patch Kids.

Of course, Hugh Johnson, and his unforgettable smile and laugh will be back for winter reporting. I’ll be too busy then anyway, skiing all the places he says are good.

Looking forward to connecting with you all, let’s make the most of our days in the Notch!

Cheers,
Matt McCawley

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When the calendar turns to July and the fireflies begin their nightly dances, there’s one place that seems to glow brighter than the rest. Nestled in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains, Jeffersonville radiates with small-town soul; authentic, unhurried, and altogether unforgettable. And on the 4th of July, all the townsfolk gather to celebrate independence.

By midmorning, the streets of Jeffersonville brim with anticipation. Flags flutter from porch rails. Children, cheeks streaked with face paint, bounce on their toes beside parents holding iced coffees and patriotic pinwheels.

Then, without warning, the sky screams. The deafening roar of F-22 fighter jets carves a silver arc over the valley, a thunderous tribute from the Vermont Air National Guard that sets spirits soaring before a single scout or veteran takes a step. Cheers rise. The mood lifts. And just like that, the festivities begin.

The town’s beloved parade rolls forward. A slow cadence builds as floats, firetrucks, and community groups come into view. Local businesses dress their entries with streamers and signs. In their trademark fezzes and pint-sized hot rods, the Shriners swirl through the streets like living wind-up toys, turning every corner into a crowd-pleaser. Volunteers hurl candy from open trailers, triggering gleeful sprints from sunscreen-glossed kids who dive and dart like squirrels collecting treasure. Laughter bounces down the sidewalks. Neighbors wave from lawn chairs. Reunions happen over handshakes. There’s a shared rhythm in every high-five and holler.

After the parade the first notes of the National Anthem ring out. People rise. The flag lifts. And for a minute, all you hear is the music and the wind.

From there, the celebration shifts toward Cambridge Elementary School, just a few minutes’ walk away. The Jeffersonville Town Fair welcomes all with the whimsy of small-town magic. Carnival games dot the playground. Craft tents line the field with beeswax candles, lilac scented soaps, summer fresh strawberry preserves, and meticulously fashioned jewelry. Local families drift from vendor to vendor, soaking in the sights and sounds of a community in full bloom. The scent of fried dough wafts through the air, syruped with warm Vermont maple and powdered sugar that melts into fingers and napkins. Local musicians tune their guitars beneath shade trees. Lemonade stands sparkle in the sunlight, and conversation buzzes at every corner.

As twilight falls, the party shifts to Smugglers’ Notch Resort, a natural extension of the celebration and a gathering point for families, friends, and those wise enough to make this place home base for the holiday. The Green Mountain Grillbillies smoker chugs along, sending out tantalizing trails of barbecue smoke. Families enjoy citrus-sparkled beverages, and kettle corn sweetness. Then music takes over the evening, A House On Fire takes the stage, a band whose name suits the energy they bring. Dance circles form. Glowsticks swirl. The green becomes a living canvas of motion and color.

An old-time field cannon fires from the hill, its deep boom rolling through the mountains, a signification that the show is soon to start. All eyes turn to the mountain, where fireworks launch from halfway up Morse, each burst igniting the ridgeline. The show reflects in the eyes of children perched on picnic blankets. It shines off the perspiring 16-ounce Fiddlehead cans and in the shared smiles of people who know they’re exactly where they’re meant to be. Sound ricochets off the forested slopes, deep rumbles and sharp crackles layered with cheers and applause. Fireflies flash above the tall grass, sharing the sky with sparks of red, white, and electric blue. It’s a finale of fireworks and feeling, chaos and beauty, the kind of moment that tattoos itself on memory.

What makes Smuggs special on the 4th isn’t just the access to events, it’s the way everything unfolds right outside your door. Wake up to the scent of pines and the sounds of celebration. Spend the day immersed in tradition, flavor, and sound. Then drift off in a place where the stars still shine bright and the hills hum with summer’s joy. The sky darkens. The music fades. But our love does not. Somewhere in the tall grass, a firefly still blinks.

Schedule of Festivities

Save a Horse, Dance a Line

Saddle up, y’all! It’s line dancing time. The Boyden Valley Barn is fixin’ to show you how they roll with a little bit of country and a little bit of rock ‘n roll on July 2nd. Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or just learning the ropes, Better In Boots will guide you through a new 32-count dance that’ll have you “bootin’, scootin’, and boogyin’” in no time. The evening kicks off at 6:00 pm with open dancing and warm-ups, followed by a lesson at 6:15 pm, and then more dancing and speakers going boom boom until 9:00 pm. Got a little dirt on your boots? No problem! Just bring your, here for the party energy and a clean pair of shoes for the dance floor. So grab your partner, or don’t, and join us for a night of I like it, I love it, I want some more of it, laughs and fun. It’s gonna be a honky-tonk good time!

Line Dancing Events

Stay Up-to-Date

There’s so much happening at the Resort every day — and trying to keep track of it all? Nearly impossible. Make life easier by signing up for text alerts and following these links for the most up-to-date info on everything Smuggs.

Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!

Hours of Operation

Weekly Activity Guide

Note: Expect normal programming to change on July 4, 2025, to accommodate Independence Day festivities. Look for those changes to be messaged here and via text. Thank you for your understanding.

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June 20 – 27, 2025

Trails, Treetops, and Tweets

June in Vermont is a perfect time to head outside and listen. From early morning walks to quiet afternoon strolls, the woods, meadows, and mountaintops are full of birds singing, flying, and nesting. You don’t have to be an expert to enjoy it; bring your eyes, ears, and a little curiosity. Nature puts on a show, and everyone’s invited. Bright red Scarlet Tanagers, tiny buzzing warblers, swooping hawks, and chirping thrushes are just a few of the birds you might spot. Some, like the blaze orange Baltimore Oriole, can be seen in and around our sugar maple forests. Fun Fact: They LOVE orange or grape jelly.  Others, like the Hermit Thrush (Vermont’s State Bird), tend to be shy and secretive, and might act like they’re playing a game of hide and seek with you, darting in and out of cover. Birding is a fun and ageless way to slow down and explore, alone or together. Bring along a pair of binoculars, a notebook to draw what you see, or just enjoy the peaceful sounds all around. Whether you’re visiting Vermont or lucky enough to call it home, birding, especially in June, is a great way to connect with nature, stretch your legs, and make memories that don’t fly away.  

Want to start birding? Check out this helpful guide from the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department to get started. While staying in the village, try one of our self-guided hikes. These well-marked and easy-to-follow woodland paths put you right in the bullseye for seeing many different species. Take down simple observations like size, location, what the bird was doing, and its main colors. Use that data later to help make a species identification. For the kids, turn it into a treasure hunt; how many colors can you find in the trees, how many songs can you count, or who can spot a bird building a nest?

Tuesday Nights Just Got Better 

When your shadow starts to stretch, and the tree swallows are swooping through the summer breeze, there’s only one place to be: the Backyard BBQ Bash on the Village Green. 
Every Tuesday night from 5:00 to 8:00 on the Village Green. No RSVP, no fuss, just show up. 

This isn’t your average Tuesday. We kick things off with the sleight-of-hand, but not of humor, wizardry of Marko the Magician. After that, Jammin’ Sam takes over with live acoustic music that sets the tone for a laid-back night. All the while, classic lawn games are out and ready to go. Food and drinks are available for purchase from Morse Mountain Grille, and yes, there’s a full-blown s’mores bar to seal the deal. So, whether you’re chasing kids around the Green, catching up with friends, or just vibing to the tunes with a cold drink in hand, this is your midweek chance to slow down and settle into summer.

Community Concert

Saturday night, June 28, at Boyden Farm, the air warms with the smell of newly mowed grass, char-grilled burgers, piping hot pizza, and fresh pocket pies. Neighbors and friends drift toward the barn, drawn by the pull of music and the promise of a good time. The Phil Abair Band rolls out their set with familiar favorites that will forever bring a smile to your face. One hand’s balancing a maple creemee from Palmer’s, the other’s raising a glass from the bar, because summer nights this good deserve the libations to match. Lights twinkle against the long-lasting June sky as the sun slowly drops low, casting the dance floor in gold and shadows. It’s an evening of simple pleasures, good tunes, great food, and the kind of company that will make you want to party in a barn more often.  More info…

Full Send Pizza and Provisions

Opening June 21st on Mountain Road, Full Send Pizza & Provisions is the delicious creation of locals Billy and Ian. They’re serving up classic, no-frills pizza with serious flavor, starting with a high-hydration, long-fermented dough for that perfect chewy, crispy crust. The homemade sauce and house-made meatballs (from family recipes) are must-tries, and there are over a dozen specialty pies to explore.

But it’s not just pizza—think melty paninis, stacked sandwiches on NYC rolls, fresh salads, VT creemees, and ice-cold take-out drinks. The space has a relaxed mountain-town vibe, complete with live-edge tables and a retro Coca-Cola menu board locals may remember. It’s open Thursday–Monday, 11:30 am – 9:00 pm, with delivery to Smuggs condos—the only delivery in town!

Bare Necessities 

There’s so much happening at the Resort every day — and trying to keep track of it all? Nearly impossible. Make life easier by signing up for text alerts and following these links for the most up-to-date info on everything Smuggs. 

Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!
Weekly Activity Guide
Hours of Operation 

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June 13 – 20, 2025

Summer’s here and the time is right for that sunshine daydream, walking in the tall trees, going where the wind goes, blooming like a red rose, feeling that says we’re wide open and letting the good times roll. The waterslides are flowing, the disc chains are ringing, and the fish are rising up like birds. The mountain’s jamming with the start of something big. Summer programming is officially on, and this space is getting hot, you know this space is getting hot. 

You know the feeling, the Resort is about to take center stage, there are butterflies in your gut, and a sense that anything could happen. That’s where we’re at. Strangers are stopping strangers just to shake their hand, new schedules are rolling out, and the Village is alive with the sound of morning greetings and late-night laughter.  

Summer Camps are ready for your arrival, the nature center is nested, the gaga ball pit is prepared for battle, and the arts studio is ready for you to paint your masterpiece. Don’t forget to preregister for all camp activities.  

While the kids are out exploring, adults can jump into guided walks in the morning dew, relax poolside, or practice perfect pickleball serves; that path is for your steps alone. There’s motion everywhere, so, what are you standing there for, get up, get out, get out of the door. 

We’ve updated Hours of Operation, launched fresh activity blocks, and packed the lineup with choices: from family games on the Green to intro bike skills, nature crafts, and songs to fill the air. Check the Weekly Activity Guide, make a plan, or just let your life proceed by its own design.  Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!

This is our invitation across the nation, the chance for folks to meet. It’s time to spend a little time in the mountains, time to spend a little time on the hill. 

The BRO – June 20

If you’ve never spent a day watching disc golf in the heart of the Green Mountains, the Brewster Ridge Open is the perfect chance to see what all the buzz is about. Set against the lush backdrop of our championship-level courses, this PDGA A-tier event draws top-tier talent and casual fans alike for a weekend full of flight, focus, and fresh mountain air. Whether you’re a die-hard disc golfer or just curious to see what happens when discs meet determination, you’re invited to wander the fairways, cheer on the players, and soak in the laid-back, community-first energy that makes Smuggs Disc Golf something truly special. Bring your lawn chair, your sunhat, and your love of a good time; spectating has never felt so chill. 

Summer Solstice Party – June 20

Get ready to ignite your senses at our Summer Solstice Celebration, where fire lights the sky, the stage, and even your s’more stick. As the longest day melts into a golden mountain twilight, we’ll turn up the magic with fire twirlers dancing to the beat of live drums, fireworks painting the sky, and fire-roasted marshmallows fueling wide-eyed wonder in every age. It’s a night where sparks fly, literally and figuratively, and where the rhythm of summer pulses through every flame-lit moment. Gather with us under the stars as we welcome the season with heat, heart, and a whole lot of ooohs and aaahs.

 Celebrate with a Splash at the FunZone! 

Make birthdays easy and unforgettable at FunZone 2.0! Kids will love the giant inflatables, action-packed arcade, and delicious ReFuel Café catered food all in one awesome party package. And for just $15 extra per person, add on a Mountainside Water Playground Day ticket for unlimited access to waterslides, heated pools, and wet ‘n wild birthday fun! 

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June 6 – 13, 2025

Farmer’s Markets & Fun on the Horizon

A Vibrant Return to the Jeffersonville Farmer’s Market!

There’s something so quintessential about a farmer’s market in Vermont. This week, under the watchful eyes of hand-painted silo murals, the town of Jeffersonville welcomed the first farmer’s market of the summer season… and the town turned out in force! Neighbors were catching up, sharing plans for the upcoming school vacation. Kids were darting between picnic tables, dust clinging to their bare, sweaty ankles. The scent of wood-fired pizza, kimchi stuffed dumplings, and Canadian wildfire smoke drifted through the hazy June air. The community gathered on blankets and benches, savoring the moment as much as the food. It was sticky. It was sandy. It was perfect. 

Our local vendors turned out too—tables bursting with various organic goods, handmade crafts, wildflower bouquets, and sandwiches so good, they’d make you howl. Each booth told a story, and behind every one stood a neighbor: someone you’ve seen at Hanley’s, sat next to on the Sterling lift, or in line at school pick-up. This isn’t just a market—it’s a community gathering.

If you happened to miss the first set, encores will routinely happen 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm every Wednesday from now through the fall—same place, same time. So bring your friends, your families, and your reusable totes. Come hungry. Come curious. Come be part of what makes our little corner of the Notch so incredibly special. 

 Jeffersonville Farmers Market Info 
Every Wednesday | 4–7 PM |  Event Details

Stay Sun Safe This Summer at Smugglers’ Notch!  

With the start of summer upon us and everyone spending more time outdoors, now’s the perfect moment to restock your sunscreen and practice smart sun safety. Here are some tips to keep you cool and protected while enjoying the sun: 

Re-Up on Sunscreen 

• Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher. 

• Reapply every two hours—or more often if you’re swimming or sweating. 

Dress for the Heat 

• Choose light-colored, loose-fitting clothes with long sleeves when possible. 

• A wide-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses offer great extra protection. 

Beat the Peak Heat 

• Avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours (10:00 am – 4:00 pm). 

• Take breaks in shaded areas or head indoors for some cool A/C relief. 

Cool Your Core 

• Jump in the pool or a lake to cool down. 

• Stay hydrated and listen to your body—heat exhaustion is no joke. 

Let’s all enjoy the sunshine safely this season!

Programming Is Prepped and Ready to Launch – June 13! 

We’re fueling up in the loading dock and gearing up for an exciting kickoff of summer programming starting Friday, June 13th. It’s going to be a season full of energy, creativity, and fun for all! In the meantime, don’t miss out on what’s happening this week at Smuggs. 

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