[AileenL]

hi there, i am tickled pink at the idea of "skiing across vermont." i am planning on purchasing the catamount trail guidebook and i know i won't be able to do the whole thing in a week. but i had a few general questions:
1. Is the 2nd week of January a good time to ski on the trail?
2. Which section(s) do you think are good for beginners and quite scenic and enjoyable?
3. Is there a way to ski parts of the trail without blowing my budget?
4. Is there a transportation service available for people who start at one point and end at another?

Thanks so much! Aileen