

Red Chair misses you...



As you know, Magic has closed for the season due to the global pandemic. Every one is doing their part to lessen the impact of COVID-19 in our communities and we appreciate those staying home and not putting undue strain on local resources. It's especially tough when it snows a bunch, like it did this week, and we don't get to see every one here enjoying the goods. But that's the new world we are living in and thank you for doing your part. The Governor of Vermont has just closed all non-essential businesses until April 14. The US Senate is hopefully passing a two trillion dollar stimulus package with some much needed help for workers both unemployed and furloughed, plus some potential small business loans to help cover near term expenses so that small businesses can live to fight another day and employ its people. These are uncertain times. But what is certain is the collective power and compassion of the American people to pull together and accomplish whatever obstacles confront us, no matter how grave. As long as we don't waste this time devolving into negativity against our fellow citizens and instead focus on caring for our family and neighbors, and creating something positive out of this dire health emergency. Read more, socialize with friends via online apps (I had a virtual happy hour last Friday with friends), donate to causes you believe in, find ways to utilize your skills in a new way (remotely), learn new skills, explore some new interests, engage positively with the changed world we are existing in, and be ready to hit the ground running when the experts tell us it is time to unleash our talents outside the home again! While Magic takes a physical break through April 14 per the Governor's directive, our small work force will be planning its return with projects to maintain and improve this ski area and our Quad Lift contractor is ready to complete its big project for next season. We are also working on our 20/21 season pass launch online--Early Bird Sale--and we are making some adjustments based on the current environment. We will be extending the Early Bird sales period by a month starting on April 15 and lasting until June 15. We want to give people extra time to take advantage of these deep discounts and make sure all these congressional stimulus provisions for workers and families are delivered to help everyone sort through their finances.



Given the new economic consequences of this pandemic, we feel we should also look at ways to make these early pass purchases even more affordable as possible. As a small business, we are taking a hit with the season closing early, and now more than ever, need season pass purchases to carry us through our off-season maintenance and improvements. So together, if you help us and we help you, we can get through this and come out even better as a ski community. So look not only for NO price increases on passes but expect an announcement on April 15th of LOWER prices on many passes compared to last year's Early Bird prices as part of Magic's response to COVID-19 and its impact on family finances this spring. Look also for a new family pass option which will help larger families save even more! We appreciate all who support Magic in whatever way you can and thank you for a fabulous 19/20 season despite the need to close early to help virus mitigation efforts and the unusually low snow year. We are so looking forward to 20/21 and seeing you all back here as soon as possible in the summer or fall if all goes well in our collective effort to combat this virus--each and every one us.



Let's keep in our hearts and prayers all those who are currently suffering from COVID-19 and especially the healthcare workers, national guard and first-responders who are on the front lines caring for the afflicted, and all those supporting us with their essential jobs in grocery stores, pharmacies and take-out food service purveyors right here in our local communities. Be kind. Be thoughtful. Be generous. As I noted in my prior email, our collective soul is what will stand the test of today and will be celebrated for years to come. Be well! -Geoff

Magic Mountain. Where skiing still has its soul.



See you next season back on the slopes! - Geoff