In late November, 2016, the Bethel community learned the Nordic ski center at The Bethel Inn Resort was not going to open that winter. Local skiers, business owners, and non-profits met and formed a plan to work together in order to operate the ski center. In three weeks' time, equipment was purchased, agreements were made, and volunteers worked countless hours to open Bethel Village Trails. This collaborative project between Mahoosuc Pathways, Bethel Outing Club, and The Bethel Inn Resort has grown since it's inception in December 2016, to include summer trails and year-round events.