Spring and skiing go hand in hand here in Vermont. When you get lucky, this time of year is a magical collision of seasons. Winter’s snow is still holding on in the mountains, but spring’s sun is shining down on the slopes. You can spend a morning on the hill and the afternoon pedaling the bike path…
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HOW TO SPEND A DAY IN BURLINGTON 24 Hours simply will not do when you are visiting the Burlington area. However, if that is all you have, we can make it work. Burlington is a diverse destination with an abundance of things to do, places to check out, and a true connection to the outdoors. Burlington…
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By Ralph Kucharek Truth be told, many move here for the mountains, but they end up staying for the lake. Carved between Vermont, New York, and Canada lies Lake Champlain, the western coast of New England and one of the largest bodies of fresh water in the world. Just like the water, Lake…
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As spring begins to show its face, the sun and warm weather mean it's Vermont’s sugar season! Local sugar houses around the region begin to collect the sap from maple trees to be boiled down, and distilled into Vermont’s world famous maple syrup. Historically, the sugaring season lasts between 4 - 6…
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Under the illuminating glow of Virtue Field in Burlington, a landmark event is about to unfold. This isn’t just another soccer game; it’s a pivotal moment for Vermont, marking the state’s debut in a competition steeped in over a century of history. On Tuesday, March 19 at 7:00 PM, Vermont Green FC…
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Spring in Vermont is a magical time when the state comes alive with the vibrant colors of blooming flowers and lush greenery. As the snow melts away, the hills and valleys reveal stunning vistas that are a sight to behold. Vermont's natural beauty during this season makes it a popular destination…
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Images by Bear Cieri On a sunny afternoon in early March of 2021, a group of friends and community members gathered to partake in an old Vermont custom, albeit in a very unlikely place. Tapping trees and making maple syrup is common this time of year all across rural Vermont, but to find…
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There are a handful of cars parked, folks staying cozy and waiting inside at the lot at Oakledge Park in Burlington. As if on cue, a tall woman emerges wearing a bright red dry coat, the other engines turn off and folks begin to hop out of their cars. The woman graciously greets everyone as they…
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The history of maple syrup in Vermont dates back to the pre-colonial era when the Native American tribes living in the region were already tapping maple trees and processing the sap into syrup and sugar. When the first European settlers arrived in the area in the 17th century, they learned from the…
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Text & Images by Kelsey Matheson ROCK POINT Town: Burlington Distance from Downtown Burlington: 6 minutes At the far end of North Beach, you’ll find the 1.2-mile trail head for Rock Point. The tip of this trail boasts stunning views of a (mostly) frozen Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks on…
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