Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum

05/31/2026

Last night we celebrated the latest inductees to the Museum's Hall of Fame at the K1 Lodge at Killington Resort, where the remnants of the season were visible out the window as was the light dusting of new snow on the summit!

Our inductees were Ned Hamilton, Win Smith, Hannah Teter, Harry Ryan, and John Tidd.

Gary Black received the Paul Robbins Journalism Award, Noah Dines received the First Tracks Award and the Craftsbury Outdoor Center received the Bill McCollom Community Award.

For more info on our inductees, head over to https://www.vtssm.org/hall-of-fame

05/11/2026

Here’s Gary Black Jr., publisher of Ski Racing Magazine (in red jacket) in Bormio at the 2005 World Championships. Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame will be posthumously awarding him the Paul Robbins Journalism Award on May 30th at Killington. Paul Robbins stands behind Gary next to members of the Ski Racing cohort, Andy Hawk and Bill McCollum. Gary’s wife Heather Black sits beside him in the front row with Nate Vinson to her right.

Please join us at Killington for this festive event where we will be inducting Hannah Teter, Ned Hamilton, Win Smith, John Tidd and Harry “Rebel” Ryan in our Hall of Fame. The special Bill McCollom Community Award will be presented to Craftsbury Outdoor Center. Short biographical films will be premiered at the event. Delicious food will be served to ensure no one will leave hungry. Tickets are on sale at vtssm.org.

05/08/2026

Hall of Fame Induction May 30th at Killington K-1 Lodge 5:00-8:30pm. Last chance to get tickets before the price goes up!!

https://www.vtssm.org/hall-of-fame

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04/25/2026

Ned Hamilton, ski industry influencer, is being inducted into Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame May 30th at Killington. Join us!

Hamilton has spent a lifetime shaping the landscape of skiing in his home state and beyond. He founded Peter Glen Ski Shop in 1958. What began as a modest venture, quickly grew into a regional force, and then a national one. In 1998, Ned made a pivotal move to preserve Vermont’s ski heritage by purchasing Bolton Valley resort, ensuring the continued operation of a cherished, family-friendly ski area. Honored with multiple Retailer of the Year awards, recognized by SKI Magazine as a Top Shop, a member of the National Sporting Goods Association Hall of Fame, and the recipient of Snowsports Industries America Lifetime Achievement Award, Ned’s contributions to the ski industry are as enduring as the Vermont winters he grew up with.

There will be a short documentary about Ned and the other inductees, a cocktail reception and camaraderie at the Killington K1 Lodge from 5:00-8:30.

Help us celebrate Ned and the other inductees - Hannah Teter, John Tidd, Win Smith, Harry ‘Rebel’ Ryan and Gary Black. Learn more about the Ned and the other inductees on our website along with ticket information.

04/24/2026

HANNAH TETER is being inducted into Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame May 30th at Killington. Join us!

Teter, is an Olympic gold and silver medalist, world champion snowboarder, and philanthropist whose story is deeply rooted in the mountains of Vermont.
Despite her global fame, Teter has always stayed connected to her Vermont roots. In 2008, she launched Hannah’s Gold, a nonprofit that raises money through
the sale of Vermont maple syrup from her family’s trees to support clean water and education projects in Kirindon, Kenya.

There will be a short documentary about Hannah and the other inductees, a cocktail reception and camaraderie at the Killington K1 Lodge from 5:00-8:30.

Help us celebrate Hannah and the other inductees - John Tidd, Win Smith, Harry ‘Rebel’ Ryan, Ned Hamilton and Gary Black. More info about the Hannah and the inductees on our website along with ticket information.

04/23/2026

Attention Tele and Nordic friends! John Tidd is being inducted into the Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame on May 30th at Killington. If you’re in either of those free heel worlds your paths have most likely passed. Perhaps you skied at his Mountain Meadows Cross Country Ski Area in Killington in the 70’s? If you’ve ever admired groomed tracks, he’s the one who revolutionized grooming by developing the TiddTech groomer pulled behind a snowmobile. The TiddTech revolutionized grooming for Nordic areas all over the country. If you’ve gone for your EPSTI or PSIA training for Nordic or Telemark certification during the past 40 years, you may have had Tidd as your instructor or examiner.

He’s been a transformative force in Nordic skiing for more than five decades, shaping the sport through instruction, innovation, and leadership at both the regional and national levels. Today, you can still find him freeheeling in the woods or at Killington.

Please join me in celebrating and honoring John’s amazing contributions and achievements and induction into Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame. Tickets available here. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vermont-ski-and-snowboard-hall-of-fame-induction-and-cocktail-reception-tickets-1389731848369?aff=oddtdtcreator Please spread to word within your ski circles.

04/23/2026

Win Smith to be Inducted into 2026 Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame on May 30th at Killington

Win Smith is a lifelong skier whose leadership and vision have had a profound and lasting impact on Vermont skiing and the broader ski industry. Best known for his role in the revitalization of Sugarbush Resort, Win demonstrated unwavering commitment in guiding the mountain’s return to prominence after a prolonged period of underinvestment. Under his leadership, Sugarbush reemerged as a premier Vermont ski destination, balancing respect for its storied history with forward-looking investments in operations, infrastructure, and the skier experience.
Win’s influence extended far beyond Sugarbush through his service as Chairman of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), where he helped shape policy, sustainability efforts, and best practices for ski areas nationwide. His thoughtful, steady leadership earned him deep respect across the industry and culminated in his selection for the NSAA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. Through decades of dedication, Win Smith has strengthened not only a beloved Vermont resort, but also the long-term health and vitality of skiing at both the state and national levels.

Please join us in celebrating and honoring Win’s Induction at Killington Resort on May 30th from 5:00pm - 8:30pm. More information here: https://www.vtssm.org/hall-of-fame Tickets are on sale now here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vermont-ski-and-snowboard-hall-of-fame-induction-and-cocktail-reception-tickets-1389731848369?aff=oddtdtcreator

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04/16/2026

Our spring shirt fundraiser is BACK and a fan favorite has returned!

This custom graphic (designed by just for us) is making a comeback after so much love the first time around. Missed it? Want another in a new color or style? Now’s your chance.

Every purchase directly supports the Museum, helping us preserve and share Vermont’s ski & snowboard history.

Details:
🗓 Order between April 15 – May 5
👕 Tees, long sleeves, sweatshirts, youth + women’s fits
📦 Ships directly to you May 13–24

Grab yours before May 5!

https://www.bonfire.com/vermont-ski-snowboard-museum-3-2/

04/15/2026

Our current exhibit 'Snurfing to Snowboarding 1965-1985' dives into the history of snowboarding, but for those that have not been able to get to the museum yet to check it out, we've brought a lot of it online, including a ton of the early videos from that transformative era. Check it out!

A brief history of snowboarding with an emphasis on its roots in Vermont

03/29/2026