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,...
Best Orchards for Vermont Apple Picking
Vermont apple picking season is finally here in the Green Mountain State. Orchards around the state are ripe with McIntosh,...
Exploring the Heart of Downtown Brattleboro
Downtown Brattleboro embodies what Vermont represents: progressive values, a buy local mindset, and an unwavering commitment to the community. The...
25 Things to Do in Vermont this Fall
Looking for fun things to do in Vermont this fall? Here are ideas to help you make the most of...
Vermont Bike Trails Worth the Ride
Vermont bike trails come in all shapes and sizes—from paved paths and gravel routes to single-track and rail trails. Vermont...
Jackson’s Lodge Offers Tranquility and a Peek into the Border’s ‘No Man’s Land’
Jackson’s Lodge sits along Lake Wallace, a small international lake that straddles Vermont and Quebec. Gloria Jackson grew up at...
Best Vermont Sunrise and Sunset Hikes
Albert Einstein once said, “Look deep into nature, and you will understand everything better.” Vermont sunrise and sunset hikes are a...
A Rare (and Adorable) Cattle Breed from Vermont Makes a Promising Comeback
If you’ve ever been to the Dene Farm at Hildene in Manchester or explored Vermont’s backroads, perhaps you’ve come across...
Things to Do in Vermont This Summer: Trails, Swimming, Festivals, Art
Looking for things to do this summer in Vermont? Let’s face it, summer in Vermont is short. Over the next...
Things to Do in Vermont This Summer: Soak Up the Outdoors, Arts and Culture
Looking for things to do this summer in Vermont? Let’s face it, summer in Vermont is short. Over the next...
Podcast: Unplugging at Family-Friendly Basin Harbor on Lake Champlain
Basin Harbor is a place to unwind, disconnect, and be in the moment. The summer resort is known for its...
Podcast: Unplugging at Family-Friendly Basin Harbor on Lake Champlain
Basin Harbor is a place to unwind, disconnect, and be in the moment. The summer resort is known for its...
Local, Quirky and Old School: Erskine’s Grain & Garden in Chester
Inside Erskine’s Grain & Garden, a fixture in Chester since 1952, customers will find flower seeds, chicken feed, farm tools,...
Local, Quirky and Old School: Erskine’s Grain & Garden in Chester
Inside Erskine’s Grain & Garden, a fixture in Chester since 1952, customers will find flower seeds, chicken feed, farm tools,...
In Canaan, April’s Maple Embraces Food, Family and the Forest
Vermont’s maple sugaring season is short. But for April LeMay, running a maple business is a year-round, family affair. On 800...
In Canaan, April’s Maple Embraces Food, Family and the Forest
Vermont’s maple sugaring season is short. But for April Lemay, running a maple business is a year-round, family affair. On 800...