Printable Schedule-Poster
Opening Ceremonies
Harwood Nordic Races
Bonfire and Skating Party
Pep Rally
Saturday, January 19th
Cross Country Ski Tour
Snowshoe Tour
Kids Snowshoe Races
Mountain Challenge
Snowshoe Demos
Bill Koch League Race
Varsity Ice Hockey
Sunday January 20th
Fun Run
Broom Ball
Mountain Bike Race
Grand Finale Party
Rail Jam
Opening Ceremonies
Time: Friday January 18th, 4:15pmLocation: Dac Rowe Fields
A special celebrity guest will open Waterbury's first Winterfest.
Harwood Nordic Races
Time: Friday January 18th, 4:30pmLocation: Dac Rowe Fields
The Harwood High School Nordic Ski Team is hosting races which will include many regional high school nordic ski teams.
Bonfire Skating Party
Time: Friday January 18th, 6pmLocation: Anderson Fields
Waterbury's annual Christmas tree bonfire and skating party. This year's bonfire will include a burning sculpture.
Pep Rally
Time: Friday January 18th, 8pmLocation: Anderson Fields
More singing and chanting to build excitement on a winter night.
Cross Country Ski Tour
Time: Saturday January 19th, 9amLocation: Start at Dac Rowe Fields - exact meeting location TBD
Duration: approximately 2 hours
Meet at Dac Rowe fields for an exploration of Waterbury by ski. The exact course will be determined by conditions and imagination on Saturday morning. At a minimum we will ski across Winooski St, follow the river behind the state complex and wind our way out behind the ice center. The tour will be mostly flat and accessible to all levels of skiers - some sections will be ungroomed. The tour will last about 2 hours.
Snowshoe Tour & Demo
Time: Saturday January 19th, 10 a.m. Guided Tour; 11-2 p.m. Self-Guided ToursLocation: Start at Dac Rowe Fields
Duration: 1 hour
Join other adventurous souls for a guided meander along the Winooski, no experience necessary. Bring your snowshoes or come a little early to borrow a pair. Sherry Winnie of the Vermont State Parks will guide. Snowshoe instruction and demos will be available from 10 a.m. until 2:00 pm. FREE. info@CCOutdoorStore.com, 802-244-4000.
Kids Snowshoe Races
Time: Saturday January 19th, 11 a.m.Location: Start at Dac Rowe Fields
Learn about the growing sport of snowshoe racing. No experience necessary...just enthusiasm. Kids ages 4 to 4th grade compete for the Winterfest crown. Winners will receive kids Darn Tough socks. info@CCOutdoorStore.com, 802-244-4000.
Mountain Challenge with the Vermont National Guard - Snowshoe Obstacle Course Race
Time: Saturday January 19th, NoonLocation: Dac Rowe Fields
Test your mettle on the snowshoe obstacle course. Military issue snowshoes and packs available for course use. Contact VT National Guard, SSG Andrew Courville, andrew DOT courville AT us DOT army DOT mil, 802-479-2568 with questions.
Bill Koch League Race
Time: Saturday January 19th, 2pmLocation: Dac Rowe Fields
Course is groomed, fast, and in great shape. Windy turns, straight aways and a nice downhill for the older kids should make for a very fun race. Great for spectators as almost the entire course is viewable from a single vantage point.
BKL Race Information
BKL Race Entry Form
RESULTS
Varsity Ice Hockey
Time: Saturday January 19th, 5pm Girls, 7pm BoysLocation: Waterbury Ice Center
Harwood High School Hockey versus Stowe begins at 5pm. Harwood versus Hartford begins at 7pm.
Fun Run
Time: Sunday January 20th, 9amLocation: Thatcher Brook Elementary School
Map and registration (you may register at race start)
1st Annual Waterbury Winterfest "As the Village Turns. . " The course, developed by veteran village marathoner Pam Clapp, includes 14 Challenging Left Turns and 11 Easy Right Turns throughout Waterbury Village, starting and finishing at Thatcher Brook Primary School. The course is pretty much exactly 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) long, offering intimate views of a New England village restored after a devastating flood, freeze-dried and posted for easy running, and should take anywhere from 18 to 45 minutes to complete on fairly level terrain. Start time is 9 am sharp this Sunday morning. Interested parties can download the registration and map or just show up at Thatcher Brook Primary School at 47 Stowe St. in Waterbury Village just off Exit 10 between 8:15 and 8:50. A crack timing crew will record times, and refreshments, prizes and worldwide accolades will be provided.
Broom Ball Tournament
Time: Sunday January 20th, 10amLocation: Anderson Field
Bring your brooms and boots (no skates) and get ready for some outrageous fun.
Please register your team in advance to be assured a slot on the schedule.
Information and Registration
Mountain Bike Race
Time: Sunday January 20th, registration begins 3:30pm, race start 4:30pmLocation: Dac Rowe Fields
“Run
What Ya Brung” Snow Bike Race encourages all ability and experience
levels to come out and test your two-wheeled skills on snow under the
lights!
Registration: $5. Online registration is available at www.stowemtnbike.com. Day-of registration open from 3:30 – 4:30pm. Registration includes the race, refreshments, and the chance to win prizes. HELMETS REQUIRED.
More at Stowe Bike Club's Facebook page - iRide will be bringing their Surly Pugsley and Moonlander demo bikes to the event!
Registration: $5. Online registration is available at www.stowemtnbike.com. Day-of registration open from 3:30 – 4:30pm. Registration includes the race, refreshments, and the chance to win prizes. HELMETS REQUIRED.
More at Stowe Bike Club's Facebook page - iRide will be bringing their Surly Pugsley and Moonlander demo bikes to the event!
Grand Finale Party
Time: Sunday January 20th, 5:15pmLocation: Ice Center
Ice sports exhibitions, free-skating and Winterfest awards at the Ice Center. Events will include:
- Initiation & House Mite with parent skate
- Figure skating exposition
- Sue & Bill Minter ice dance
- Speed skating demonstration
- Hockey puck shooting competition
- Awards ceremony
- Public skating with figure skating instruction
Half Baked Rail Jam
Time: Sunday January 27th, Noon, registration beginas 9amLocation: Sugarbush Resort
The Half Baked Rail Jam will be Sunday 1/27 at Sugarbush. Registration is 9-11am and the Jam kicks off at noon. Lots of cool giveaways and prizes including $500 cash. Spectators will be eligible for giveaways as well. More info to follow.