Change does not come easy in New England. We, as a people, take pride in our traditions, our celebrations and our festivals. Our weather might change at the drop of a hat, but a true New Englander knows what season is upon…
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By Danielle M. Crosier, Vermont Country Magazine. “We love the things we love for what they are.” — Robert Frost Planning a marriage proposal is an entirely personal event. It is a reflection of who you are, how well you know your…
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When the orange and yellow and red leaves begin to drip down tentatively from the slowly changing autumnal trees in the deep and vast deciduous forests in the Green Mountains of Vermont, these blazing incandescent precursors of the annual winter sleep alight…
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By Kristopher Radder, Vermont Country Magazine. BRATTLEBORO — A classic T-bar lift in a picturesque Vermont setting, the sounds of laughter and the “swooshing” of people going downhill can be heard going well into the night. The glow coming from the lights…
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By Roberta C. Stone, Vermont Country correspondent. LONDONDERRY — It is the off-season — the gall. We are standing in the Viking Nordic Center rental shop in Londonderry, Vermont — a cross-country ski mecca. It’s a throwback from the 1950s as you…
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By Jennifer Brandt, Vermont Country correspondent. STRATTON — Nestled in the rolling hills of Southern Vermont, Stratton Mountain is a premier skiing and snowboarding destination and a haven for those seeking a complete winter experience. An excellent spot for locals and visitors alike, Stratton,…
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By Tara Schatz, Back Road Ramblers. Southern Vermont’s hot, steamy summers often require a mid-afternoon dip, and the local rivers and streams are ideal for cooling off in. If you’re seeking relief from the heat or a spot to while away the…
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By Bob Audette, Vermont Country Imagine a wicker picnic basket waiting to be opened, stuffed with delectable goodies from local farms, bakeries and delis. Imagine that wicker basket at a picnic table in a state park or on a blanket rolled out…
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By Chris Mays, Vermont Country Windham County’s stunning, natural beauty and small-town charm provide a perfect backdrop for outdoor dining. There’s a place for everyone to eat after a day of boating, fishing, hiking or shopping. The Station in Brattleboro, where Whetstone Beer…
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BENNINGTON — In the village of North Bennington, you don’t even have to enter a museum for an immersive art experience. Through summer and fall, sculptures of all kinds of materials by all kinds of artists will adorn outdoor spaces in the…
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Hike to Gettysburg Quarry perfect for families, history buffs By Tara Schatz, Back Road Ramblers DORSET — Looking for a fun hike that isn’t too difficult and includes rare natural communities along with incredible geological and human history? The hike to Gettysburg…
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