Ski Bus Trip Feb 28th, 2025

By Luther Zhao

A Weekend Ski Adventure with Miramar at Sugarbush and Mad River Glen

This weekend, Miramar Ski Club embarked on an exciting trip to Sugarbush
Resort and Mad River Glen, bringing together a guest-heavy crew eager to
hit the slopes. While the trip had all the usual elements of a great ski
weekend—there was an unexpected twist: a visit from VP JD Vance at
Sugarbush. Secret service and a planned protest added some extra traffic
around the town. A small group of 13 early risers left before the jitney
bus by taking the valley floor shuttle to beat the traffic. For the most
part, the protests were calm, with demonstrators simply holding signs on
the sides of the road. Most skiers never spotted Vance, though guest Bevin
briefly saw him passing by the base lodge around lunchtime.

Saturday brought warm temperatures followed by a windy blizzard, making for
soft and bumpy conditions. The varied terrain kept things interesting, with
some sections feeling more like spring skiing. That evening, the club kept
the energy high with a Mardi Gras-themed celebration, beads and all. Though
the dance floor was sparsely populated, Nathan led the charge, keeping the
spirits high and lively. By Sunday, the temperature had dropped to a frigid
0°F, leaving the slopes firm but gloriously uncrowded. As the day
progressed, a slight warm-up combined with wind-blown powder created some
fantastic skiing in the glades. Those who braved the cold were rewarded
with some of the best runs of the trip. From political disruptions to
dynamic ski conditions and festive après-ski moments, this Miramar weekend
had it all. Here’s to another memorable trip in the books—see you on the
next one!