Visitor News
Light Up the MRV for Great Causes
The holiday season in the Mad River Valley has its own unmistakable glow — a warmth created not just by…
Gifts That Keep Giving
The Holiday Season is always a good time to take stock and be more intentional with our gift giving. It’s…
Small Business Saturday in the MRV
November has arrived, and with it comes the perfect reminder to shop early and shop small. This holiday season, support…
Holiday Kickoff Event
Holiday Kickoff Weekend in the Mad River Valley! November 14–16 The MRV Chamber’s Retail Council is officially kicking off the…
Holiday Walkabout
Join us as we celebrate this time of light and giving! Saturday, Dec. 13th from 12p – 4p **Holiday &…
Stand Up For Safety Workshops
In the Mad River Valley, we believe that everyone — whether they live here, work here, or visit — deserves…
Active Transportation Corridor Public Meeting
Building Connections & Sharing Gratitude in the Mad River Valley Here in the Mad River Valley, we know that when…
Foliage Season the MRV Way
With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…
Allen Clark Hill Climb – Time to Train!
Sunday October 5, 2025 The Allen Clark Memorial Hill Climb — the annual grunt-fest that has fast become a rite…
American Flatbread 40th Anniversary Celebration
On Thursday, August 14, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., the Mad River Valley will gather at Lareau Farm for something…
Support Our Local Stars: Nominate Mad River Valley Businesses for the Times Argus Best of the Best!
Here’s a warm and engaging blog post you can use to encourage local participation in the Times Argus “Best of…
Celebrate Independent Retailer Month in the Mad River Valley
July is Independent Retailer Month, and here in the Mad River Valley, we’ve got a lot to celebrate. From gift…
Warren 4th of July Parade – The MRV’s Biggest Bash
Warren 4th of July Parade & Festivities — Friday, July 4, 2025 Wave your flags, gather your crew, and head…
Wellness Wander 2025
Mad River Valley Wellness Wander | July 7 – August 15, 2025 The Mad River Valley Wellness Wander is a…
Shop the MRV This Holiday Season
The holiday shopping season is creeping up and it’s always a great idea to get a jump on things and…
stewardMRV Volunteer Profile
Steward: Kathy Haskell stewardMRV site: Joslin Memorial Library What town do you reside in? Waitsfield What brought…
The Mad River Triathlon: A Signature Event for the Valley
The Mad River Triathlon is coming up on April 13. It isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about celebrating…
Green Valley Rally
For the third consecutive year the Mad River Valley towns Green Up Committees are collaborating to make the most of…
VT’s Thriving Outdoor Recreation Economy: How the MRV Rec Hub Ties In
Vermont’s Thriving Outdoor Recreation Economy: How It Ties to the MRV Recreation Hub and VOREC Grant As champions of our…
MRV Star Kits On Sale Now
Order Your Star Kit! Over the past nearly two decades beautifully lit stars have become a ubiquitous feature around the…
Memory Tree Honors Loved Ones for a Cause
Honor Your Memory Today! $5 each or 5 for $20 The Mad River Valley Memory Tree provides a way for…
Grand Opening for MRV Recreation Hub
On October 20 the Mad River Valley Recreation District (MRVRD) and their partners will host the grand opening of the…
MRV Chamber Co-Hosts Candidate Forum
The MRV Chamber of Commerce and Valley Reporter are co-hosting a public forum for the candidates for state representative on…
Tailgate Talks Web Series Launched
We are pleased to announce the launch of Tailgate Talks, a new video series from the MRV Chamber of Commerce. What’s…
Roads & Swimming Flood Recovery Updates
The Mad River Valley is open for business despite the challenges of the recent flooding. Here is what you need…
Supporting the Mad River Valley
The Mad River Valley has once again felt the brunt of severe flooding. As the remnants of Hurricane Beryl rolled…
Bridge Street Beautification Day: A Community Triumph!
Well, folks, if you were anywhere near Bridge Street on Monday, July 8th, you couldn’t have missed the hustle and…
Warren 4th of July Festivities
Join us for the Full complement of parade, kids’ activities, street dance, Buddy Badges and more on Thursday, July 4,…
Meet stewardMRV Volunteer – Lani Wharton
What brought me back to the MRV and what was my original residence? In December of 2019, I was fresh…
Summer Camps in the MRV
Summer is coming and there are so many amazing camp opportunities for kids of all ages in the MRV. Here…
MRV Well Represented at Tourism Economy Day
An impressive contingent of Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce members attended the Tourism Economy Day which brought more than…
View the Total Eclipse in the MRV
Vermont’s Mad River Valley is gearing up for the the solar eclipse on April 8th. Beyond a place for optimal…
Valentine’s Day – The MRV Way
Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley. Heck we even have Mad River Romance telling…
Kindling For Good
Everyone appreciates good quality kindling to get the home fires burning and now you can get some while supporting a…
Mad Bus – Gets You Around the MRV
Get around the Mad River Valley on the Mad Bus, our FREE winter-seasonal bus service, operated by Green Mountain Transit.…
Lawson’s Honored as Craft Brewery of the Year
The MRV’s own Lawson’s Finest Liquids was honored as the Craft Brewery of the Year by Brewbound, a leading industry…
#SHOPMRV – Shop Local This Holiday Season
The holiday shopping season is upon us and there are so many ways to give unexpected, genuine, unique and delightful…
MRV Experiences are The Perfect Gift
With the holiday upon us it’s a great time to think of ways to give meaningful gifts. A gift of…
View the Foliage Like a Pro
With our dirt roads, mountain vistas, rolling farmland and sinewy river the Mad River Valley offers an ideal backdrop for…
stewardMRV – Meet the Steward
Stephen Peterson and his Deputy steward, Jack, take great care of Wu Ledges in Waitsfield What brought you to the…
CPR Classes for MRV
The Mad River Valley chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the Mad River Valley Ambulance Service (MRVAS) to offer MRV…
stewardMRV – Steward Profile
stewardMRV Volunteers Thatcher and Susan Simpson live in Fayston and they have volunteered to steward the Ward River Access in Moretown What…
stewardMRV – Meet the Stewards
stewardMRV is transforming the way our community takes care of its outdoor recreation access points. Proper stewardship is essential in maintaining…
Mad River Valley Travel Information
Unless you live under a rock you know that many areas of Vermont experienced severe flood damage last week, but…
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
The MRV knows all too well what our neighbors in Waterbury, Montpelier and other communities around the state are going…
MRV Welcome Center Ambassador Program
The Mad River Valley Welcome Center (on the corner of Routes 100 and 17 ) is at the heart of…
The Passing of a Legend
Betsy Pratt, Mad River Glen’s long-time owner and ski industry visionary passed today, just a few days after her 95th…
MRV Geography
The Mad River Valley can be geographically challenging for first time visitors (and some locals too). The topography from the…
Valentine’s Day – The MRV Way
Love is clearly in the air here in the Mad River Valley. Heck we even have Mad River Romance (check…
Ride to Ski on the Mad Bus
Mad River Valley visitors and residents are encouraged to utilize the free Mad Bus Service that is provided by Green…