Rikert is one of the best cross country ski options in the area! The area is located a little to the south of the main Middlebury campus area. You take 125 down and if you start seeing a lot of mustard yellow homes flanking either side of the road, then you have reached the right place. They have miles and miles of beautifully groomed trails and they also can make man-made snow — which is useful early in the season. You really feel right in the middle of the Green Mts! In terms of service, the staff is incredibly warm and helpful. In the entrance way, they even offer a little soup and cocoa station. The soups are always delicious … and most importantly warm. They also have strong vegetarian options, which is considerate. I also saw folks snow biking around … which looks like a blast!