Best Orchards for Vermont Apple Picking
Vermont apple picking season is here in the Green Mountain State. Orchards around the state are ripe with McIntosh, Honeycrisp,...
Vermont’s Cocktail Bars Serve Up Inspired and Playful Creations
Top-notch service, tasty drinks and an inviting atmosphere are the ingredients you want in a cocktail bar. Whether you prefer...
Art, Nature and Beauty in Montgomery
Traveling east on Route 118 along the Trout River is a nostalgic scene with covered bridges, barns and mountain views....
Whimsy, Hiking and History in Wallingford
Stacy Harshman needed a change. While living in New York, she Googled words like “nature, mountains and community.” The search...
Vermont July 4th Celebrations in 2024
Vermont July 4th celebrations range from funky parades and outdoor concerts to festivities on Main Streets and local town greens....
A Place Called Adamant
It’s hard to define Adamant.
Pieces of History on Mount Philo in Charlotte
Mount Philo in Charlotte stands at 968 feet.
12 Outdoor Vermont Farmers Markets to Visit in 2024
Outdoor Vermont farmers markets are a tradition every spring, summer, and fall.
Vermont Museums Explore Art, Social Issues and Everyday Items
Vermont museums are gearing up for the 2024 season with new exhibits that include mining and minerals, New England culture,...
An Outdoor Recreation Renaissance in Poultney
Main Street in Poultney features everything you could hope for in a small Vermont town: a book shop, a local...
Vermont Observatories in Small Towns
Bill Vinton taught high school physics and astronomy in St. Johnsbury for 40 years. These days, he’s secretary and treasurer...
Celebrate Spring at Pond Skimming Competitions at Vermont Ski Areas
Pond skimming competitions are a rite of spring in ski culture. Between March and May, ski areas across the world...
Where to Go During Vermont Maple Open House Weekend | 2024
Vermont Maple Open House Weekend is a chance to visit sugarhouses around the state for tours, tastings, sugar-on-snow, and more....
The Tradition of Backyard Rope Tows in Vermont
Pete and Sandy Gebbie are farmers and skiers with three backyard rope tows. When the snow is good, friends—and sometimes...
The Early Days of Skiing and Trails at Stowe
When it comes to Vermont ski history, 1934 was a big year.
In Vermont, Why Are Things Where They Are?
Have you ever wondered why Vermont towns or villages have the words center, falls or mills tacked on?
Vermont Places: Mount Tom in Woodstock
Mount Tom in Woodstock is a small but mighty mountain. The mountain’s environmental legacy, easy public access and central location...
Little-Known Vermont Winter Trails to Explore This Season
For a small state, Vermont is big on trails. The Long Trail, Catamount Trail, and Kingdom Trails are among the...
Volunteering in Vermont: How You Can Help Beyond the Holidays
The Vergennes Community Foodshelf, located in a small red building behind the Vergennes Congregational Church, could pass for a tiny...
Jonathan Goldsmith Lives a Most Interesting Life in Southern Vermont
Actor Jonathan Goldsmith first visited Vermont as a teenager. At that time, the Bronx-born adolescent had no idea he would...
Finding a Home for Roller-Skating in Vermont
Alicia Taylor and Joanna Alpizar met at a pop-up roller-skating event in Burlington. The two BIPOC women became fast friends and...
Vermont Holiday Events to Celebrate the Season
Looking for Vermont holiday events in 2023? Small-town parades, stunning light displays and holiday markets are just a few of...
7 Beautiful Vermont Towns to Visit This Winter
“The snow is sparkling like a million little suns.” – Lama Willa
Haunted Happenings in and Around the Bennington Triangle
For decades, the mysteries of the Bennington Triangle have captured our imaginations.
5 Easy Vermont Hikes to Try this Fall
Fall is the best time for easy Vermont hikes, especially with kids. The bright foliage and cooler weather make it...
Best Orchards for Vermont Apple Picking
Vermont apple picking season is here in the Green Mountain State. Orchards around the state are ripe with McIntosh, Honeycrisp,...
The Best Vermont Towns to Visit This Fall
Vermont’s fall foliage season is all about scenic drives, apple picking, hiking and exploring small towns. You can’t go wrong wherever...
Hiking The Long Trail in the Heart of Vermont
Hiking the Long Trail might mean seeing an old stone wall, a cellar hole, or an abandoned road.
25 Things to Do in Vermont in Fall
Looking for fun things to do in Vermont in fall? Here are ideas to help you make the most of...
Celebrating Calvin Coolidge in Plymouth Notch
Vice president Calvin Coolidge was asleep in his childhood home in Plymouth Notch when the news arrived that President Warren...
Butterfly Watching in Vermont
Butterflies are a big part of Terri Armata’s world.
Summer Music at Vermont Farms and Vineyards
Vermont summer music festivals and performances are in every corner of the state. If you’re looking for a new way...
Woodchuck Golf in Waitsfield is a Backyard Labor of Love
On a clear spring day, you can see the top of Jay Peak from Spencer Potter’s backyard in Waitsfield. Just...
The Wonder of Old Trees at Gifford Woods State Park
It’s hard to imagine, but most of Vermont’s forests and hillsides were clear-cut in the 19th-century. Still, while 80 percent...
Vermont Museums Explore Art, Social Issues and Everyday Items
Vermont museums are gearing up for the 2023 season with new art exhibits that include inflated outdoor sculptures, photos from...
Podcast: Making Friends in Vershire with Coffee and Beer
Justin Willeau was eager to find ways to meet people and contribute to the community when he moved to Vershire in...
Maple Sugaring in Johnson is a Marvin Family Tradition
Butternut Mountain is the tallest peak that falls entirely within the town of Johnson. On the mountain’s southern slope, the...
Where to Go for Vermont Maple Open House Weekends
Vermont Maple Open House Weekends give visitors a chance to visit sugarhouses around the state for tours, tastings, sugar-on-snow, and more....
Podcast: The Magic of Blueberry Hill in Goshen
On a dirt road in the small town of Goshen is where Tony Clark bought a run-down farm and eventually...
Vermont Town Halls Showcase History, Community & Civic Life
Meander through the center of just about any small Vermont town and you’ll likely come across a town hall. Not...
Podcast: Turnpikes, Toll Roads and Historic Routes
Driving west on Route 17, the road’s pitch starts to noticeably change as it rounds past Mad River Glen and...
8 Vermont Art and History Museums Showcase Quirky, Colorful and Eye-Opening Exhibits
Want to escape the cold or find inspiration during mud season? Several Vermont art and history museums are open in...
Signs and Archives at Stratton Mountain Resort
Stratton Mountain may not be Vermont’s oldest ski area, but its history is iconic. Tucked away at the resort is...
Little-Known Vermont Winter Trails to Explore This Season
For a small state, Vermont is big on trails. The Long Trail, Catamount Trail, and Kingdom Trails are among the...
Snowsville, Peth and Lost Nation: Vermont Place Names Offer a Glimpse into Local History
If you spend enough time in any Vermont town, you’ll likely come across Vermont place names like Maple Corner in...
At Small Vermont Ski Hills, Less is More
In the early days of New England skiing, winter enthusiasts flocked to small Vermont ski hills like Northeast Slopes in...
A Love for Restoring, Preserving and Repairing Vermont’s Old Cemeteries
When vandals damaged 200 gravestones at the historic Village Cemetery in Bennington last weekend, Tom Giffin immediately reached out to...
At the Dover Town Hall, Locals Sing, Strum and Find Harmony
Gary Keiser loves music. The Williamsville resident has been playing music for over 40 years, performing in local bygone bands such...
Forest Service Roads in Vermont to Seek Out This Season
Leaf-peeping on U.S. Forest Service roads in Vermont is a good option for out-of-the-way scenic drives and outdoor exploration. Forest...
Where are the Most Maple Trees in Vermont?
If you’re wondering if there’s an epicenter of Vermont maple trees, look no further than rural Orange County. Orange County,...