FAQ
Vermont
Q: Should I be concerned when crossing the border?
A:No, HOA surveyed our members who attended the 2025 Summer program and there were no border issues.
If you are concerned, we suggest using the North Troy border crossing. They are familiar with us and it's 5km from the resort. Canadians and Americans are heavily intertwined in these border communities.
Q: Can I have a cottage near my friends?
A:There are no guarantees for this but we try our best to accomodate everyone's wishes. The resort tries extremely hard to make this happen but the cottage cul de sacs have 5 -2 bedroom and 5-1 bedroom cottages which logistically doesn't allow everyone to be side by side. However, most cottages are with in a short walk of one another or a quick shuttle ride.
Q:Can I change my accommodations?
A: Yes, until May15th. After May 15th, no changes will be permitted.
Q: What should I bring?
A:Passports, U.S. currency,medical insurance,Proper golf clothing,swimwear, a coffee thermos for the early practices, summer attire but anticipate mountain related temperature changes and precipitation. A box fan is also suggested if you're in a cottage.
Q: Is there a place nearby to buy groceries?
A:Yes, there is a Walmart and Shaws in the neighboring town of Newport. It's 15 minutes from the border and 20 minutes from the resort.
Q: Are there restaurants on site?
A:Yes, there are multiple food establishments on site,catering to all ages. The resort also has a convenience store open at 7am.
Q:Is there a shuttle service?
A:Yes, the shuttle service on average runs from 8am to 8pm. These shuttles cover the entire resort.
Q:What are the accomodations like?
A:For more information on this visit our HOA Vermont Accomodations page.
http://hoahockeyprograms.com/page.php?page_id=92437
Q: How many people per cottage?
A:1 bedrooms hold 1- 4 people and 2 bedrooms 4-6 people.
FAQ-Hockey Related
Q:When will my practice schedule be released?
A:The schedule will be in your packages when you arrive.Sometimes we practice on a Monday, so in this case we will email you the schedule prior.
Q: Is there a hockey equipment store nearby?
A: No, if you have an equipment issue. Prepare to drive a minimum of an hour to replace it. We strongly advise you bring more than enough back up gear and double check before departure.
Q: What hockey equipment should I bring?
A:Neck guards, mouth guards and full cages are mandatory. No visors. Your standard game day gear, mulitple sticks and blades.
Q: Who do we play there?
A:It varies from year to year but the teams are primarily from the New England,New York, Ontario and Atlantic Canada.
Q: When is the tournament schedule released?
A: The local tournament director normally releases this mid week and it is posted throughout the rink.
Q: What are the tournament rules?
A: The tournament director will have all these the Friday of the tournament at his/her registration desk.
Q: Is there medical staff?
A: Yes, HOA provides certified trainers(Service to Canadian players only).
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