The Taff Adaptive Yurt at Bolton Valley Resort

The Taff Adaptive Yurt sits adjacent to Vermont Adaptive’s previous existing space in Bolton Valley’s base lodge and includes a large deck with railings, an accessible ramp and  participant drop-off access. The yurt provides direct access to the base of the resort, lifts and trails. 

About The Space

In September 2026, Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports opened the Taff Adaptive Yurt, a new year-round program space at Bolton Valley Resort. The yurt is Vermont Adaptive’s fourth adaptive sports facility in Vermont.

Named in memory of Douglas C. Taff, chairman emeritus of SCHIP, the new yurt honors his longstanding commitment to inclusion, access and community. Taff was a member of SCHIP since 2004, and in 2018 he became the Board Chair and Finance Chair. Taff chose Vermont Adaptive for a grant award in his name, in part because his son had been a part of Vermont Adaptive programs since 2009. 

Accessible Parking & Directions

When driving up the Bolton Valley Access Road, take a right into the first parking lot and follow the road up the hill toward the right side of the lodge. The area at the yurt is available for drop-off. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot below the yurt. 

Program Staff

Betsy Hoffmeister

Program Coordinator

Winter Programs

Misha Pemble-Belkin SSG (USA Retired)

Veteran Ventures Program Coordinator

Clayton Thorpe

Program Specialist

Program Locations