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Longing for the Dirt Roads of Landgrove
“I guess my feet know where they want me to go, walking on a country road.” – James Taylor I’ve often fantasized about buying a renovated farmhouse in Landgrove with gardens, an old red barn and lots...
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A Dorset Hollow Ski Area That Never Came to Be
Netop Mountain stands at 3,290 feet and was part of the ski area proposal. It’s difficult to imagine Dorset Hollow as anything other than a six-mile, scenic road with beautiful mountain views,...
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So Much to Love at Equinox Pond
Dave, Phoebe and I spent four days in Manchester last week for a little summer getaway. One of the highlights of our trip was hiking up to Equinox Pond. It’s no secret that I really love that place....
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Kelley Stand Road: Gateway to the Green Mountains
Kelley Stand Road runs through the Green Mountain National Forest in southern Vermont. Kelley Stand Road between East Arlington and Stratton is more than just a scenic drive in southern Vermont. This...
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5 Easy Vermont Hikes to Explore this Fall
Not all hikes need to be epic. An easy Vermont hike can still be rewarding. Fall is the best time to hike in Vermont. The bright foliage and cooler weather make it an ideal time to climb the Green...
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Exploring Abandoned Buildings in Vermont
An abandoned house in Isle La Motte that has since been demolished. Ever come across an abandoned building and find yourself mesmerized? I find it difficult to take my eyes off the ruins of old...
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A Return to the Slopes of Vermont
Bromley Mountain will participate in the Learn to Ski and Ride Month program. (courtesy of Bromley Mountain) Bromley Mountain is where I first learned to ski in the 1970s. Shortly before my fourth...
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Vermont Restaurants Worth Your Time in 2015
The Worthy Burger in South Royalton is the go-to place in the Upper Valley for local beer. Finding a place to eat in Burlington was nearly impossible last weekend. My sister Margaret and her family...
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Dorset Hollow: Barns, Mountains and History
Barn on Lower Hollow Road in Dorset. While visiting southern Vermont last weekend, I carved out some time to take photos. The weather was cold and snowy, and the light turned flat and gray. With my...
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Vermont Winter Photos: Embracing the Cold Outdoors
A barn in Charlotte. It’s been a cold, snowy winter in Vermont and the rest of New England. Here in Burlington, it was a record-breaking 19 below this morning. To help avoid cabin fever, I’ve been...
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Soaking Up the Final Weeks of Summer in the Green Mountains
Lakes are nice, but I prefer the mountains this time of year. Last week, I spent five days visiting Vermont ski areas — Smugglers’ Notch, Stowe Mountain Resort, and Bromley Mountain — for my work with...
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9 Vermont Scenic Fall Drives Beyond Route 100
With fall on the horizon, I’m thinking about new scenic drives to explore and returning to some old favorites. In every corner of Vermont, there are hundreds of miles of roads to enjoy. Of course,...
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A Leap of Faith at Wing and a Prayer Farm
High on a hill off a dirt road in Shaftsbury is Wing and a Prayer Farm, where Tammy White lovingly raises Angora goats, rescued alpacas, and Shetland, Cotswold, Merino and Cormo sheep. The animals...
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Learning About Vermont’s One-Room Schoolhouses
It’s amazing to think there was a time when almost every American child learned in a one-room school. In fact, as late as 1913, half of the country’s schoolchildren were enrolled in the country’s...
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5 Things To Do in Manchester This Summer
Manchester is many things to different people: a ski town, a shopping destination, or a summer getaway for golfing and fly-fishing. For me, Manchester is home. To celebrate our 12th wedding...
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Stranger Things in the Mountain Town of Chittenden
I used to think Chittenden was just a quiet little mountain town. Located between Killington and Rutland, Chittenden is tucked away in the Green Mountain National Forest and is home to the 750-acre...
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Happy Vermonters: A Change of Pace for Nancy Hanes Ess
“My husband and I moved here from Richmond, Virginia, to help run my family’s inn. Guests often ask us what we do around here for fun, and I think there are plenty of things—kayaking, hiking, going to...
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At J.J. Hapgood, a Dream Dining Spot in the Comfort of a Country Store
The J.J. Hapgood General Store and Eatery is one of the longest-running general stores in Vermont. Located in the heart of Peru village, the store reopened in 2013 after it sat empty for five years....
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A Classic Vermont Lodge Stays True to its Roots
The spirit of Johnny Seesaw’s is alive and well. After reopening under new ownership in 2018, the historic establishment in Peru still feels like the legendary lodge that’s been welcoming skiers since...
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11 Outdoor Vermont Farmers Markets to Visit in 2019
The start of the outdoor farmers market season is an annual rite of spring in Vermont. From Burlington and Brattleboro to Craftsbury and Dorset, you will find town greens, local parks, and parking lots...
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