Local Vermont Gifts You can Feel Good About Giving
Do you love choosing unique gifts for your loved ones while supporting local crafters and businesses? Do you happen to love Vermont or know people who do? My first suggestion …
Tara Schatz
A Perfect Fall Weekend in the Lake Champlain Islands of Vermont
The Lake Champlain Islands in Vermont are unassuming — as if they haven’t quite figured out how popular they actually are. The three islands and one peninsula that make up …
What You Should Know About Cabin Camping in Vermont State Parks
Somewhere between camping and glamping is the exciting world of cabin camping, and Vermont State Parks has lots of options! The cabins in Vermont State Parks aren’t luxurious enough to …
Lake Shaftsbury State Park in All Four Seasons
Lake Shaftsbury State Park is nestled among rolling hills and dense forest in Southwestern Vermont. It’s not exactly a destination for tourists, but the locals make good use of the park …
Four Seasons of Beauty in Woodford State Park, Vermont
The little slice of wilderness called Woodford State Park is nestled in the mountains of Southern Vermont. It’s not exactly a tourist destination, but it beckons to certain people with …
Awesome Things to do in Wilmington, VT
Tucked into the southern terminus of the Green Mountains of Vermont, Wilmington is a tiny village of just over 2,000 people. It sits on the crossroads of Vermont Route 9, …
Incredible Fall Camping in Vermont: Grout Pond
As the first leaves start to change in Vermont, an excitement fills the air. The hot, humid days give way to crisp, cool temps, and residents and visitors scurry around …
Plan a Fall Camping Trip to Brighton State Park in Vermont
For many outdoor lovers, the beginning of fall means the end of the camping season, but don’t pack away your gear just yet! Fall camping in New England is one of life’s …
Discover the Covered Bridges of Bennington County, Vermont
Red barns and bridges are as ubiquitous to Vermont as black and white cows. They add a touch of nostalgia and romance to the woodland and pastoral scenes of the …
Southern Vermont Getaway: Take a Mini Leaf-Peeping Road Trip
There’s no arguing that autumn in Vermont is special. It’s the annual gala event, and of course, you’re invited! The Vermont landscape in autumn is so stunning, so vibrant, that …
Mount Snow Mountain Biking in West Dover with Teens
As a parent, one of my goals has always been to encourage my kids to explore and love the outdoors. This was easy when they were younger, but the teenage …
The Best Vermont State Parks for Families with Kids
Summer is short in Vermont, but there are so many ways to get outside with your kiddos for some old-fashioned fun. Our family has been exploring Vermont State Parks for …