Watch winter swimmers at the Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival go cold-water swimming in a 25-meter, two-lane pool cut in the ice. See the full schedule here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WJDOg4JAgiWsu4S3FgGrBtr-l6mFd0XF/view The idea for the swim was sparked a decade ago by Phil White, a self-described “water rat.” He...
Join Merck Forest for a guided moon-lit hike on its trails. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring a headlamp and dress warmly, with proper footwear, including microspikes or snowshoes, depending on ground conditions. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the program. Reservations are required. To...
Enjoy a night outdoors at the Moonlight Snowshoe-Ski-Hike in Newbury. Hike/Snowshoe/Ski begins at 6 p.m. Gather at Wild Sugar Homestead afterwards for refreshments and conversation. Chili and cornbread will be provided. Please bring your own beverage. Attendees also invited to bring a snack to share....
Analog Cycles' Fifth Season Ride and Race in Poultney is a feast of mud, slush and maple syrup. What better way to spend a day than trudging up snow covered dirt roads and hanging out in steaming sugar shacks? The Fifth Season Ride and Race...
Since 1979, the Mad River Triathlon has been a celebration of all that our Valley has to offer: a place where you can run on the paths, paddle the Mad River, bike the trails, and ski Mount Ellen, all on the same day. It's a...
The Muddy Onion Classic Gravel Grinder ride features three Central Vermont loops you can choose to ride: Come out of your winter hibernation for a fully-supported gravel grinder looping many of the amazing dirt roads Central Vermont.’ These early spring roads can be challenging but...
The Vermont Gear Makers Festival in Montpelier is an annual festival celebrating outdoor gear makers in Vermont. Shop for Vermont-made gear, goods, and apparel.
The Annual Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival returns to Arlington. The Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival kicks off on Thursday evening with a fundraiser cocktail party and art exhibition. On Friday at 8 a.m., don't miss the 2026 Bamboo Derby on the Battenkill at 8 a.m., hosted...
The 52nd Annual Bridgewater Raft Race is a time-honored tradition that is less about the competition and more about reveling in the journey. Sign up at 11 a.m. Race starts at noon. In April 1974, two guys named Hippy Jim and William Bear took to...
The 17th Annual Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital’s Spring into Health 5K starts on the Townshend Common. You can run, walk, roll, stroll, or push your stroller at this fun, family-friendly event.
Join the Lake Champlain Land Trust to celebrate the emergence of Vermont’s earliest wildflowers at Rock Point in Burlington. Conserved in 2019 by the Land Champlain Land Trust, Rock Point showcases delicate spring treasures in early spring. • All outings begin at the Leddy Park...
Enjoy the Vermont Sun Half-Marathon at Branbury State Park for novice and advanced athletes. You can also participate in a 5K or 10K race. Between 7:45 and 8:45 a.m. sharp at Branbury State Park on race morning. All races start at 9 a.m.
