Ascutney Antique Ski Race

Time to rip those crossed, wooden skis off the cathedral ceiling or by the shed door, and figure out a way to strap them on some boots and cruise on over to Ascutney Mountain Resort for the 5th Annual Vermont Antique Ski Race, held March 8 and 9 to benefit the Vermont Ski Museum. I've heard of Rossi 102s, well those are said to be just fine, along with the old woodies or vintage fiberglass skis, and compete for fun against former Olympians and US Ski Team members at Ascutney Mountain Resort.

The two-day winter fest kicks off with a 2.5K Vintage Cross-Country Race on Saturday, with the alpine race taking place on Sunday. Running next to the alpine race will be the 4th Annual Cochran Memorial Lollipop Race. The Lollipop Race was dreamed up in the late 1950s at Ascutney as a fun way for children to learn to ski. Every child finished the day a winner and left with a lollipop.

Don't forget about wearing any vintage ski clothing, leather ski boots or poles for added fun. For more information about the 5th Annual Vermont Antique Ski Race or to make a donation to the Vermont Ski Museum, contact Meredith Scott at 802-253-9911 or Bill Henne at Ascutney at 802-484-3609 or bhenne@ascutney.com.