Explore Lake Champlain with the Community Sailing Center

All images courtesy of the Lake Champlain Sailing Center Whether you are coming to Burlington for the first time or the hundredth time, as you crest over the hill at the top of Main Street with Lake Champlain’s dark blue water appearing in the distance, the lure to get out on the water is…

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HELLO ICE CREAM

The innovators, hidden gems and old-school icons behind our maple, cows and creemees In late March 2021, 79-year-old Bob Saffi -- more commonly known in Burlington as “Ice Cream Bob” -- stood beside a flatbed train in the Burlington rail yard, pondering his nineteenth summer selling ice cream…

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THINGS TO DO ON BURLINGTON'S WATERFRONT

Our Guide to the Burlington Waterfront Park Just steps from the Church Street Marketplace, Burlington’s Waterfront Park is the perfect place to find an authentic Vermont creemee, hangout on the grassy overlook and enjoy a picnic, or watch the sunset over Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains…

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24 HOURS IN BURLINGTON

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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100 YEARS OF THE CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FAIR

2022 marks the 100th anniversary of the the Champlain Valley Fair, the largest annual event in the state of Vermont. While so much about the fair has changed over the last century, so much has remained the same. It’s the sights, sounds, scents, and tastes that continue to define the fair…

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AGRITOURISM BUSINESSES & EVENTS

Visiting a working farm is an increasingly common experience in Vermont and an excellent way to support our local producers. Agritourism activities are not only entertaining and educational, but they also support agricultural development in our state. So it should come as no surprise that Vermont…

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AGRITOURISM IN VERMONT

By Dana Freeman Before it became a popular catchphrase, Vermont farmers practiced "agritourism." At the intersection of agricultural and tourism activities, our farmers have opened their doors to the public, welcoming them to see what their land can produce. For years, curious visitors have been…

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WHERE TO GEAR UP FOR YOUR NEXT OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Outdoor Gear Exchange 37 Church St., Burlington, gearx.com For two decades, OGE has been the go-to shop for local kayakers, hikers, skiers, climbers and camping enthusiasts. And with good reason: The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the selection is tough to beat. Check the downstairs…

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