Ski Bus Trip Feb 13th 2026 (Presidents day weekend)

By Adam Sanderson

Another incredible long weekend in the books! Our President’s Day trip (February 13-16) was a sold-out affair led by Cesar and staffed by Ellen, and despite some seriously frigid temperatures, the energy and enthusiasm never wavered.

Saturday brought us to Sugarbush where conditions were excellent. The adventurous among us ventured into the Slide Brook off-piste area and were rewarded with great snow and plenty of excitement — exactly the kind of terrain that makes these trips so memorable. After a full day on the mountain, we returned to the lodge where the chef Matt outdid himself with fresh tuna steaks, mixed vegetables, and a warm apple cookie topped with ice cream and whipped cream. The perfect way to refuel.

Sunday, about 30 trippers hopped on the bus for a day at Stowe. Quick tip for anyone using Epic buddy passes: if you send the pass online, your friend can activate it right on their phone — no need to visit the ticket counter. The only catch is the main pass holder needs to get their pass scanned at any lift first. If you want a physical pass, everyone has to stop by the desk, but it’s still a pretty smooth process.

Now, about those temperatures… let’s just say Sunday was cold. Wind chills at the summit hit 30 below zero. Most of us wisely stayed off the summit and found amazing snow in the trees and on the lower runs. Sometimes the best skiing is knowing where not to go!

Monday wrapped up the trip at Killington, where a group of adventure seekers made it their mission to explore every tree run they’d never done before. They went off the beaten path and discovered some incredible new lines — the kind of exploring that keeps you coming back for more.

Throughout the weekend, the high spirits and great energy were everywhere. New friendships formed, stories were shared, and the camaraderie that makes these trips special was on full display. And yes — the maple margaritas made another triumphant appearance on the bus ride home, once again stealing the show. At this point the people have spoken: long live the margaritas!

Here’s to another fantastic trip, and many more adventures ahead.