Stratton - Hidden History Unveiled

Discover the remarkable transformation of Stratton Mountain Resort from wilderness to premier East Coast skiing destination. Founded in 1961 by visionary Frank Snyder, this Vermont resort pioneered innovations like the first triple chairlift in the Eastern United States and became the birthplace of modern snowboarding. Learn how Stratton's European-inspired village, premium amenities, and strategic location near New York City and Boston established it as a luxury winter destination. The video explores Stratton's pivotal role in snowboarding history when it became the first major eastern resort to welcome the sport in 1983, hosting the inaugural U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships. From its humble beginnings to its current status with 99 trails and 11 lifts, witness how Stratton shaped American winter recreation.