Ski the Northeast Winter Break

Join us for a week long winter break trip to ski and snowboard in Vermont!

Driving up to Vermont, we'll spend the first three days skiing at Jay Peak Ski Resort, just a few miles south of the Canadian border. With 385 acres of skiable terrain, 2,000ft of vertical drop, and an average of 400 inches of snow annually, there is endless fun to be had! In the middle of the week we'll take an off day to rest our legs and explore the city of Burlington. We'll get lunch downtown before heading to Smugglers Notch Ski Resort. There, we'll have two full days on the slopes to explore over 25 miles of trails and over 2,500ft of vertical drop. If you're feeling adventurous, Smuggler's Notch hosts the Northeast's only triple black diamond!

Both Jay and Smugglers host over 75 trails across all experience levels. Whether you've been itching to try skiing or have been shredding for years, there is something for everyone on this trip!

Activities

• 5 days of skiing at Jay Peak and Smugglers Notch Ski Resorts
• 1 rest day/town day in Burlington, VT

Schedule

1st Pre-Trip Meeting, Mon 10/24/2022 @ 6:30-7:30 PM (In person on campus)

2nd Pre-Trip Meeting, Tues 11/29/2022 @ 7:00-9:00 PM (In person on campus)

Day 0, Sat 1/7/2023

• Final pre-trip meeting and dinner at Bucknell University

Day 1, Sun 1/8/2023

• Early morning departure from Bucknell University to Jay Peak Ski Resort in Northern Vermont
• Stop for lunch, groceries, and gear rentals on the way
• Arrive at Jay Peak. Overnight in cottage style housing.

Day 2, Mon 1/9/2023

• Have breakfast as a group
• Spend the day skiing/snowboarding at Jay Peak! Pack a lunch or return to the cottage for lunch.
• Return to group housing, dinner, relax and bed

Day 3, Tue 1/10/2023

• Have breakfast as a group
• Spend the day skiing/snowboarding at Jay Peak! Pack a lunch or return to the cottage for lunch.
• Return to group housing, dinner, relax and bed

Day 4, Wed 1/11/2023

• Have breakfast as a group
• Spend the day skiing/snowboarding at Jay Peak! Pack a lunch or return to the cottage for lunch.
• Return to group housing, dinner, relax and bed

Day 5, Thu 1/12/2023

• Have breakfast as a group
• Depart Jay Peak and drive to Burlington, VT. Go out to lunch as a group and explore the downtown area.
• Head to Smugglers Notch Ski Resort and check in to group lodging

Day 6, Fri 1/13/2023

• Have breakfast as a group
• Spend the day skiing/snowboarding at Smugglers Notch! Pack a lunch or return to the cottage for lunch.
• Return to group housing, dinner, relax, and bed

Day 7, Sat 01/14/2023

• Have breakfast as a group
• Spend the day skiing/snowboarding at Smugglers Notch! Pack a lunch or return to the cottage for lunch.
• Return to group housing, dinner, relax, and bed

Day 8, Sun 1/15/2023

• Early wake up and departure back to Bucknell University
• Arrive back on campus, return gear, have dinner
• End of trip!

Inclusions

• Transportation to/from Bucknell University and throughout experience
• Ski lift tickets for X3 days at Jay Peak and X2 days at Smugglers Notch
• 7 nights of lodging in/near Jay Peak and Smugglers Notch
• 3 main meals and snacks per day during main trip
• 1 lunch at restaurant in Burlington, VT
• Pre-trip (Saturday, 1/7/2023) dinner and end of trip (Sunday, 1/15/2023) dinner at Bucknell
• Additional clothing available (puffy warm jacket, base layer clothing, shell pants and jacket, etc.)

Exclusions

• Personal gear and items
• Ski/Snowboard gear rentals at resorts
• Alcoholic beverages
• Transportation back to Bucknell University from student's location over winter break*
• Any food purchased separately from group meals (e.g. resort food, gas station snacks, additional meals beyond pre-planned group meals, ice cream, etc.)
• Any souvenirs, shopping, or optional, non-predetermined experiences
• Trip cancellation insurance
• Medical and/or evacuation insurance 
• All expenses incurred in the event of early or late departure (evacuation fees, transportation, extra hotel night, etc.)

*We acknowledge that this trip occurs over the final week of winter break, with a return date of Sunday, 1/15/2023 and spring semester classes starting on Tuesday, 1/17/2023. As such, students participating in this extended break trip will be required to return to campus by no later than 3:00pm on Saturday, 1/7/2023 (arrangements with Student Housing for early move-in can be made by OEL). Students needing to return to campus earlier than Saturday 1/7 should reach out to OEL far in advanced to make necessary accommodations. All expenses/logistics associated with the student's return to campus will be the responsibility of the student.

Cost

• Full Cost = $1,495.00 per person
• Deposit = $300.00

*Deposits are non-refundable & non-transferable

Register

Registration for this trip will open on 10/5/2022 at 12:00 PM Eastern. Spaces for this trip are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. 14 total spots are available for this trip.

Registration Notes

• Registration for this trip is available on a first come, first serve basis.
• An option to join a waitlist is provided at the time of registration if the trip is full.
• A full deposit or full payment is required by 4:00 PM Friday 10/14/2022 or within 7 days from the time of registration to confirm placement on this trip.
• The remaining balance payment is due by 4:00 PM Friday 12/2/2022.
• All payments must be made by electronic check (preferred) or credit card via a designated payment link provided by our office.
• The Bucknell Outdoor Education & Leadership Program (OEL) may adjust aspects of the pre-proposed itinerary associated with this trip.
• If participating in this OEL Winter Break Trip, you will be required to attend pre-trip meetings. Failure to participate in these meetings may affect your eligibility to attend the trip.

Cancellations & No Shows

OEL Trips & Outings provided to Bucknell students have limited capacity. If a student signs up and doesn’t show for the program, it’s disruptive for everyone involved and takes away from other student’s experience.

We understand that things come up and life happens. We get it. We simply ask that you notify us as soon as possible and let us know of your cancellation. You can do this by communicating directly with the professional staff who are attending the trip (Morgan Costello).

Students who notify us of their need to cancel before or on the due date/time of the remaining balance (12/02/2022 4:00 PM) will receive a refund of fees paid minus their deposit. If no additional payment has been made beyond the deposit, no refund is provided as the deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. Refunds will not be issued for those who choose to cancel beyond 12/02/2022 4:00 PM.