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... providing information about everything in the State of Vermont!
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Winter is Finally Here!
Let the snow inspire you to frolic and play in the beautiful Green Mountains. With
the best downhill ski slopes, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating,
snowshoeing, and a slew of other winter activities, Vermont is the most thought
of place to be during the cold winter months. Enjoy a romantic weekend getaway with
your sweetheart, or a day filled with family fun. Whatever your pleasure, we're
sure to have the place and activities you're looking for on Vermont.com.
This special edition of our monthly eNewsletter is designed to help give you ideas
of what to do and where to go for your winter vacation in Vermont. (It might even
help you plan a trip for next year!) We are highlighting just a few of the
many places to go and see. When planning your winter vacation to Vermont, be sure
to check out our
Sports & Recreation,
Winter Resorts,
Featured Family Fun
pages, and the
Ski & Snow Report.
Also, don't forget our
Calendar of Events!
Please take a moment to view these Winter Fun places in Vermont.
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Johnny Seesaw's
Our area has some of the best and most extensive snow making in the country!
Winter at Johnny Seesaw's is a very special time. We offer access to a variety
of thrills to suit any ability and interest. From downhill skiing at Bromley,
Magic, Stratton and Okemo Mountains, to cross-country skiing at Meadowbrook,
Viking and Wild Wings Ski Touring Centers. For the non-skier there is horse drawn
sleigh rides, ice-skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and sledding - or the simplest
enjoyment of a good book, a hot drink and a blazing fire.
*Visit
Johnny Seesaw's
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-424-2729 for more information.
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The Inn at Cranberry Farm
The perfect location to explore the central Vermont region.
The Inn is conveniently located close to major ski areas, so you can be skiing
in no time. Take advantage of nearby favorites like sledding, skating or snowmobiling.
Or visit one of the outlets to get a jump start on your holiday shopping. When
you come in from the cold you will be greeted by a warm fire and hot beverage that
will warm you up. Whether you are on a romantic getaway, or attending a business
gathering, there is something for everyone.
*Visit
The Inn at Cranberry Farm
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-854-2208 for more information.
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Wild Wings Cross-Country Ski Center
Classic cross-country skiing for all abilities.
Wild Wings is a small, family-oriented cross-country ski center located within the
boundaries of the Green Mountain National Forest in Peru, Vermont. A converted
horse barn houses our rental shop and warming room. We have rentals to fit all
sizes: skis 70cm to 210cm and boots from kids size 10 to adult size 15. We also
rent snowshoes. Bring your younger children along and ski while they enjoy the
ride behind you in a pulk sled.
*Visit
Wild Wings Cross-Country Ski Center
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-824-6793 for more information.
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Birch Ridge Inn
A true country inn - Refined, not rustic.
Combining the best that a Vermont Country Inn can offer, with the architectural
flair typically found in alpine lodges in the Western United States or Europe.
Don't miss the experience of skiing or riding in Vermont this winter! Plan your
Vermont winter vacation now through the Birch Ridge Inn. From wide, fast cruisers,
to tight bump runs, the mountain terrain in Vermont can challenge skiers and riders
of all abilities. And the Birch Ridge Inn is in the middle of it all!
*Visit
Birch Ridge Inn
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-435-8566 for more information.
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North Star Lodge & Resort
Your Premier Four Season Vermont Resort
Cozy. That best describes the overall feeling when you arrive at North
Star. Enjoy our pool area and take in the sweeping views that surround us. Nothing
soothes the body more after a great day on the slopes. Make use of our dry saunas
and game room, or maybe even do a little ice skating next door. For your added
convenience, during the peak ski season, hop aboard the ski shuttle that will
whisk you to the Snowshed Base Lodge for a day of skiing or riding.
*Visit
North Star Lodge & Resort
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-422-2296 for more information.
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Jud Hartmann Gallery
Specializing in bronze sculptures, Native American Art, historical & fine art.
Jud Hartmann's primary artistic focus since 1983 has been a series of limited
edition bronze sculptures, The Woodland Tribes of the Northeast - The Iroquoian
and Algonkians. There are more than 50 bronzes in the series representing
the first and by far the most comprehensive exploration of eastern native peoples
ever undertaken. The Gallery in Blue Hill, Maine is open from June through
mid-September, and in Grafton, Vermont from mid-September through the holidays.
*Visit
Jud Hartmann Gallery
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-843-2018 for more information.
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Grandma Miller's Pastries & Pies
A tradition, passed down through generations.
Grandma Miller's Pies & Pastries is the result of three generations of bakers,
beginning with Dorothy Miller, an Iowa farmwife. Today, David and Lynne produce
a fine line of high-quality, hand-made pastries in the tradition started so many
years ago in Grandma Miller's kitchen. Specializing in fruit pies, their product
is available in many of the area's finer restaurants and specialty food stores.
Indulge in a sweet treat on your winter vacation in Vermont.
*Visit
Grandma Miller's Pastries & Pies
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-824-4032 for more information.
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Ascutney Mountain Resort
A four-season mountainside community that caters to families and friends.
Located just 6 miles off I-91 in southeastern Vermont, Ascutney offers activities
for the whole family, all year long. The ski area offers diverse skiing and
snowboarding terrain for all ability levels, with a warming hut for the children
and a cool terrain park for the teens ñ plus with all trails converging at the
main base lodge, moms love us! Ascutney Mountain Resort delivers the perfect Vermont
vacation for the entire family.
*Visit
Ascutney Mountain Resort
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-243-0011 for more information.
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Rowell's Inn
Sample a slice of New England Hospitality the way your Grandparents enjoyed it.
Enter into the charm and splendor of a bed and breakfast inn that sits in the heart
of beautiful Southern Vermont. Originally built as a stagecoach stop, the Inn has
been serving the public almost continuously since 1820. Come enjoy one of Vermont's
oldest Country Inns, just minutes away from four alpine ski mountains and three
cross country ski areas.
*Visit
Rowell's Inn
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-875-3658 for more information.
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Sterling Ridge Resort
One of Vermont's Best Kept Secrets!
Located on a scenic back road, you can enjoy the peacefulness of the countryside.
Our property offers stunning vistas of Mt. Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak, and
Smuggler's Notch, a narrow mountain pass connecting Stowe Village to Jeffersonville.
Enjoy our secluded log cabins on 360 acres with private snowmobile tours, cross-country
skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating on premise.
*Visit
Sterling Ridge Resort
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-347-8266 for more information.
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Sugarbush Resort
Escape to for a day, a week or a lifetime.
Many know us for our award winning terrain (and yes it is some of the best terrain
in the East!), but we're much, much more than that. The natural beauty and mountain
environment provide a striking setting and a true escape from the everyday. Our
home - the Mad River Valley - provides a reason in and of itself to visit Sugarbush.
Together, we offer a magical Vermont vacation destination.
*Visit
Sugarbush Resort
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-537-8427 for more information.
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Burke Mountain
Old School Skiing, for a Brave New World, In the Northeast Kingdom.
Burke Mountain, in the heart of Vermont's spectacular Northeast Kingdom, is
conveniently located just 7 miles from I-91 in the village of East Burke. Enjoy
45 trails and glades on 250 skiable acres, The Snowsports Learning Center,
where our instructors will bring you to the next level, and The Burke Cross
Country Ski Center, with 80km of groomed & back-country trails. We are
committed to offering an outstanding ski & ride experience.
*Visit
Burke Mountain Operating Company
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-626-3322 for more information.
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Mendon Mountainview Lodge
Four-Season accommodations in scenic Killington, Vermont
We offer a warm & welcoming, family atmosphere, with scenic mountain views,
and modern, comfortable lodging for our guests. Located just minutes from some
of the finest skiing and snowboarding, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling in
Vermont. Whether you're an avid sportsperson or prefer to lounge around, we can
accommodate you all year round!
*Visit
Mendon Mountainview Lodge
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-773-4311 for more information.
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Motel in the Meadow
A country home away from home.
Motel in the Meadow is a charming, non-smoking motel, located in beautiful Chester,
Vermont. We offer our guests a quiet and comfortable stay with a variety of
accommodations, including kitchenettes and family rooms, Cable TV, AC, and Wireless
Internet access in the office and giftshop. VAST Snowmobile trail access, cross-country
skiing and snowshoeing are right outside your door. Come and stay a day or a week.
Dogs are welcome.
*Visit
Motel in the Meadow
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 866-668-3514 for more information.
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Extreme Adventures of Vermont
Guided Wilderness Adventures.
On our trips, you will take an active role as the member of an outdoor team.
Together, you will overcome fears and do things you never thought you could. We
encourage all who join us to set goals and strive to reach them. We make every
trip as personable as possible and strive to meet the needs of all our guests.
Our Winter Adventures include Ice Climbing, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing,
Orienteering, and Caving.
*Visit
Extreme Adventures of Vermont
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-875-4451 for more information.
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Green Mountain Dog Sled Adventures
Take a step back in time, before automobiles and snow machines were a way of life.
There really is nothing like being pulled, or riding the runners behind, a friendly
and enthusiastic team of sled dogs, It's definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience
and a highlight of any winter vacation. The dogs' sense of teamwork, camaraderie,
and extraordinary power will astound you. Tours are also offered through: Stowe
Mountain Resort, Smugglers' Notch, Stratton Mountain Resort, Jay Peak, and
Killington.
*Visit
Green Mountain Dog Sled Adventures
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-888-8911 for more information.
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Okemo Mountain Resort
The Difference is Family.
Keeping families connected isn't as easy as it used to be, but the staff at Okemo
knows how to provide just the right amount of attention to enhance the family
spirit and bring back the fun. The mountain layout and trail network offers miles
of playful terrain to suit any ability level. Choose from 6 great slopeside
locations, each with their own unique personality, including ski-in, ski-out or
mountainside accommodations.
*Visit
Okemo Mountain Resort
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 800-78-OKEMO for more information.
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Taylor Farm Cheese
Bring your family to our working dairy farm for a unique vacation experience.
We
are close to skiing, hiking, shopping and dining. Each stay includes a sampling
of our award winning cheeses, fresh milk and a home baked coffeecake. Observe
milking, cheese making, daily chores and farm life. Help feed baby calves, cuddle
with kittens, search for chicken and duck eggs, meet Lilly, our collie, and Peter
the Morgan horse. A family sleigh-ride is included in your winter stay (weather
permitting). Rides include a fireside stop with a light picnic. To help you warm-up
after a cold day out on the slopes, enjoy this family favorite from Taylor Farm.
We make this fondue on the weekends, and it's a big hit with cold sleigh ride
customers!
Featured Vermont.com Recipe:
Dutch Beer and Gouda Fondue, by Taylor Farm Cheese |
Rub around the inside of a medium saucepan
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- 1 cup Heineken or other Dutch beer
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
Toss together
- 5 tsp corn starch
- 12 ounces Farmstead Gouda, grated
- 4 ounces Aged Gouda, grated
(or experiment with other combinations of our cheeses: Maple Smoked and Chipotle?
Aged and Garlic?)
- Add in handfuls of cheese to the beer, stirring to melt after each addition.
- Season with freshly ground pepper.
- Serve warm with:
cooked smoked sausages, steamed broccoli, crusty bread, or apples.
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*Visit
Taylor Farm Cheese
and mention VERMONT.COM
when you call 802-824-5690 for more information.
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Vermont.com's Calendar of Events
Looking for a Vermont event? Is there a festival or meeting you'd like to attend?
How about a class or maybe a community supper?
Checkout our
Calendar of Events!
If the event you'd like to attend is not in our database, don't worry, it's
probably still going to happen. The event coordinators may not have submitted
their information yet, so be sure to remind them!
Spread the word!
Please share this info with members of your community.
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