Frequently Asked Questions
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What is HOMESICK?
East Street Archives and Stratton join forces to celebrate the history, tradition, and progression of a sport that got its start right here at Stratton, Vermont, with an event that brings the community together through snowboarding, art, music, friendship, and being outdoors.
HOMESICK is back for its fifth season from March 19 - 21, 2027, with three days of competition for all ages and abilities and art exhibits , free board demos, parties, and more. This event is a homecoming for the Who’s Who of Snowboarding, led by Olympic Gold Medalist Ross Powers, who still calls Stratton home, along with today’s leading athletes like Zeb Powell and amateurs, young to OG, to compete where it all began. Register now, before the roster fills. Olympic medals and US Open trophies are welcome but not required.
Is Spectating free?
Yes! If you're not riding in the events, come and just check them out. The main events venues are located a short walking distance from the base area. A lift ticket is needed to ride or get to the start of the event venues via skis or snowboards.
What events are there? When are they?
Planet Zebulon Rail Jam - Friday, March 19
Powers Retro Pipe - Saturday, March 20
Banked Slalom - Sunday, March 21
Can anyone compete?
HOMESICK is open to snowboarders of any age!
Are there age divisions?
There will be separate age divisions for each event, which will also be split into Men's and Women's divisions for each age group, as well as an Adaptive Division for the Banked Slalom
Banked Slalom
Men & Women divisions:
Men & Women divisions:
OPEN DIVISION: The Open division is a gender diverse category reserved for snowboarders who identify as Trans Male, Trans Female or Non-Binary. Friends of the Trans and Non-Binary athletes are also welcome to race in this division. HOMESICK invites all racers to choose the division that best matches their gender identity.
ADAPTIVE DIVISION: The Banked Slalom on Sunday has an Adaptive division reserved for Adaptive Snowboarders of all ages and all genders. Adaptive riders must register to compete.
Do I need a helmet?
Yes, all event participants will need to wear a helmet and official event bib to compete.
When and where do I check-in?
Registration & Info Center: West Wing of Stratton's main Base Lodge
Registration hours will be released closer to the event's date.
Do I have to register?
Yes, with a capacity on the number of participants per event, you can sign up for one, or all three events, and we recommend doing so in advance to hold your spot. Sign up using the above link on this page!
Do I need a lift ticket?
Yes, all participants will need a lift ticket for each day they participate in an event or want to ride the lifts to spectate. Those registered for an event can purchase a discounted ticket for the day of their competition at registration.
What else is there to do?
Apart from the on-snow events, HOMESICK is a festival of snowboarding and snowboarding culture. On-site, there will also be free art shows, The Dawning Exhibit, free snowboard demos, art shows, parties, Sponsor Village in the Stratton Courtyard, après music, and all are allowed to spectate the on-snow events.
Is there lodging?
Stratton Mountain offers an abundance of Lodging options for the weekend. Check out the on-resort Lodging options so you can park your car and sleep steps away from the good times all weekend long. Book your HOMESICK weekend lodging. rich-text, responsive-table
East Street Archives and Stratton join forces to celebrate the history, tradition, and progression of a sport that got its start right here at Stratton, Vermont, with an event that brings the community together through snowboarding, art, music, friendship, and being outdoors.
HOMESICK is back for its fifth season from March 19 - 21, 2027, with three days of competition for all ages and abilities and art exhibits , free board demos, parties, and more. This event is a homecoming for the Who’s Who of Snowboarding, led by Olympic Gold Medalist Ross Powers, who still calls Stratton home, along with today’s leading athletes like Zeb Powell and amateurs, young to OG, to compete where it all began. Register now, before the roster fills. Olympic medals and US Open trophies are welcome but not required.
Is Spectating free?
Yes! If you're not riding in the events, come and just check them out. The main events venues are located a short walking distance from the base area. A lift ticket is needed to ride or get to the start of the event venues via skis or snowboards.
What events are there? When are they?
Planet Zebulon Rail Jam - Friday, March 19
Powers Retro Pipe - Saturday, March 20
Banked Slalom - Sunday, March 21
Can anyone compete?
HOMESICK is open to snowboarders of any age!
Are there age divisions?
There will be separate age divisions for each event, which will also be split into Men's and Women's divisions for each age group, as well as an Adaptive Division for the Banked Slalom
Banked Slalom
Men & Women divisions:
- 16 & Under
- 17 - 25
- 26 - 39
- 40 - 49
- 50 & Over
Men & Women divisions:
- 16 & Under
- 17 - 25
- 26 - 39
- 40 - 49
- 50 & Over
- Men’s Pro
- Women’s Pro
- Men’s Open
- Women’s Open
- Boys Grom 14 & under
- Girls Grom 14 & under
OPEN DIVISION: The Open division is a gender diverse category reserved for snowboarders who identify as Trans Male, Trans Female or Non-Binary. Friends of the Trans and Non-Binary athletes are also welcome to race in this division. HOMESICK invites all racers to choose the division that best matches their gender identity.
ADAPTIVE DIVISION: The Banked Slalom on Sunday has an Adaptive division reserved for Adaptive Snowboarders of all ages and all genders. Adaptive riders must register to compete.
Do I need a helmet?
Yes, all event participants will need to wear a helmet and official event bib to compete.
When and where do I check-in?
Registration & Info Center: West Wing of Stratton's main Base Lodge
Registration hours will be released closer to the event's date.
Do I have to register?
Yes, with a capacity on the number of participants per event, you can sign up for one, or all three events, and we recommend doing so in advance to hold your spot. Sign up using the above link on this page!
Do I need a lift ticket?
Yes, all participants will need a lift ticket for each day they participate in an event or want to ride the lifts to spectate. Those registered for an event can purchase a discounted ticket for the day of their competition at registration.
What else is there to do?
Apart from the on-snow events, HOMESICK is a festival of snowboarding and snowboarding culture. On-site, there will also be free art shows, The Dawning Exhibit, free snowboard demos, art shows, parties, Sponsor Village in the Stratton Courtyard, après music, and all are allowed to spectate the on-snow events.
Is there lodging?
Stratton Mountain offers an abundance of Lodging options for the weekend. Check out the on-resort Lodging options so you can park your car and sleep steps away from the good times all weekend long. Book your HOMESICK weekend lodging. rich-text, responsive-table