Vail does away with mask requirements at New England-based resorts

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Vail Resorts has joined the growing list of American institutions lifting its COVID mask mandates. 

In a statement released on Monday, Vail announced that guests at its New England-based resorts (Stowe, Okemo, Mount Snow, Wildcat, Attitash, Crotched, and Sunapee) will no longer be required to wear face coverings in gondolas or indoor spaces, unless required by local public health or CDC COVID-19 designations. Guest proof of vaccination is still required for cafeteria-style dining establishments.

“We continue to review our safety policies in accordance with the evolving nature of the pandemic,” the statement read. “Based on the declining rates of COVID-19 and changes to public health guidance, this new policy means guests are no longer required to wear face coverings at our Northeast resorts at this time, including in restaurants, lodging properties, retail and rental locations, and base areas.” 

Face coverings are still required on buses and shuttles per guidance from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Vail Resorts employees will still be required to wear face coverings in indoor, guest-facing areas and common spaces at this time, but will no longer be required to wear face coverings in employee-only areas.

“Vail Resorts’ and its Northeast resorts’ commitment to safety continues to be at the center of everything we do, and all policies are subject to change based on the evolving nature of the pandemic as well as federal, state, and local public health guidelines,” the statement read. “We thank all of our guests and employees for their continued understanding and cooperation as we work together to provide a safe and enjoyable mountain experience for all.”