When you think of Vermont towns known for outdoor adventure, Stowe, Warren, Stratton, and Killington probably top your list. But Huntington deserves a spot, too. My husband and I almost bought a home in Huntington nearly 20 years ago. We opted for Underhill instead (and then...
From easy walks to more challenging climbs, Wilmington has a trail for every hiker. Over the years, Wilmington has impressively stitched together a web of trails that connect downtown to mountain views, rivers, streams, and deep woods. Rail trails, mountain climbs, and forest paths can be found...
Vermont July 4th celebrations range from funky parades and outdoor concerts to festivities on Main Streets and local town greens. If you're planning on being in Vermont on Independence Day in 2026, here are some of the best places to celebrate. (You can find more Vermont July...
Make the most of your Vermont summer by exploring hiking trails, bike paths, ponds, rivers and lakes. You can also find endless opportunities for festivals, music, and outdoor adventures. Things to Do in Vermont this Summer Get Outside on Bike Paths and Trails In Vermont's summer and...
Vermont museums are gearing up for the 2026 season with new exhibits highlighting Norman Rockwell, graffiti art, chairs, and Vermont vices. Read on to learn about summer and fall exhibits at nine Vermont museums across the state. -Shelburne Museum is open for the 2026 season. Photo courtesy...
Outdoor Vermont farmers markets are a seasonal tradition. From Burlington to Brattleboro and Craftsbury to Dorset, Vermont's town greens, local parks and parking lots turn into festive pop-up markets packed with local produce, handmade goods, craft beer, grass-fed beef and more. -A handful of Vermont communities offered...
Few places are as closely connected to maple syrup as Vermont. For generations, the practice of transforming sap into something sweet has shaped the state’s culture and landscape. "Maple sugaring is so rewarding because you’ve actually done something. You’ve taken part of nature and you’ve turned...
We’re officially halfway through winter. Astronomical winter hit its true midpoint on February 3, 2026, the day after Groundhog Day. We're finally seeing more daylight and later sunsets across the Northern Hemisphere. (It feels great!). Sometimes the colder February temperatures catch me off guard. The sunshine,...
Spending time in Goshen often means being in nature, driving quiet dirt roads, and finding places named after blueberries, like the Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center. Goshen, in Addison County, has just 176 residents. But nature lovers from all over come here for cross-country skiing, hiking, and biking....
Seasoned hikers know that stick season is one of the best times to explore the trails. Sure, the crowds are gone. But what's even better is that without the leaf cover, new vistas open up through the hardwoods with surprising views you can't see in summer. Here...
