While we now have more snow than we know what to do with, this winter started slowly. If you’ve been following our forest management project at the Andrews Community Forest in Richmond, you’ll know that we struggled with warm weather and soils that didn’t freeze until far later than usual.
Seeing Vermont takes you to a different part of the Green Mountain State, showcasing its scenery, buildings and people.
It’s never too early to start planning for your next winter getaway, and this cabin in Montgomery would be a great spot for a large, ski-loving family to consider renting for a weekend.
Bidding has begun, but there’s still time left to win some neat items while supporting an area animal organization and local businesses.Â
The Champlain Valley Exposition (CVE) has said that staff is operating as if the 2021 Champlain Valley Fair will occur in late August, but it’s also announced that it will not be holding one of its previously scheduled and headlining events.
Sunrise or sunset? There’s a very different feeling coming down a mountain in the dark instead of climbing up a mountain in the dark. You know the light is coming on a sunrise hike; you climb the mountain with the sky growing brighter. The landscape slowly takes on color, and when you clear …
MILTON — Not snow, not cold, not even COVID-19 was going to put a stop to Milton's Annual Winter Festival.Â
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
Happy Friday! And happy winter break to those with no school next week. We hope you make many safe and fun winter memories.Â
Located on the shores of Lake Champlain, Shelburne has a rich nautical and commercial history that has made its small village center a bustling hub of activity for decades.
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Seeing Vermont takes you to a different part of the Green Mountain State, showcasing its scenery, buildings and people.
A sweet and beloved tradition that celebrates maple season kicking into high gear has been cancelled for a second straight year, but the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association (VMSMA) has some ways for you to honor your love of the sappy goodness from the comfort of home.
LINCOLN — You’ll have the entire cottage to yourself, but it looks more like a barn with its big, outward-swinging doors.
NORTHEAST KINGDOM — While scrolling through my Facebook feed, I came upon something remarkable that was happening just outside of Franklin County. John Predom, a local outdoor enthusiast, is a real-life snowshoe artist.
If you’re frantic to make up for something you said, especially if family is involved, this recipe will at least distract them for awhile.
A high-impact winter storm carrying wind chills as low as -13 degrees hit the region recently. The need to protect pets and stay indoors is paramount, but according to public health experts, the most vulnerable among us are also the youngest.
Huzzah! Thank goodness its Friday. Take a moment this weekend to tell the important people in your life how much they mean to you. Romantic partner, best friend, grandparent — they all should feel the love.Â
Chartered in 1749, Bennington was Vermont’s first town. Surrounded by the Green Mountains and enriched by the many waterways including the Battenkill and Walloomsac Rivers, Bennington is a must-see.
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
Seeing Vermont takes you to a different part of the Green Mountain State, showcasing its scenery, buildings and people.
Wondering how something works, want an update on a project? We’ll get you an answer.
Seeing Vermont takes you to a different part of the Green Mountain State, showcasing its scenery, buildings and people.
WINOOSKI — This weekend, pick up a can of Bernie's Smitten Mittens, a stout made by Four Quarters Brewing in Winooski, for cozy, Valentine's Day drinking.Â
Someone must have worn their pajamas inside out and put a spoon in the freezer, because Vermont has seen a lot of snow over the last week!
Adam, Yadi, and I headed to the Hedgehog Brook Trail on Saturday, hoping to catch the summit of Burnt Rock Mountain before clouds moved in and blotted out the views. The winds were high and the drifts at the top were deep, but this trail doesn't disappoint. There's so much to see!Â
The 13th annual Milton Winter Festival has a bunch of activities for all ages this upcoming weekend, some being new and all being designed with pandemic safety in mind.
The price tag might look a little high for this rural getaway, but it won’t seem so when you consider splitting it with nine other guests.
The price tag might look a little high for this rural getaway, but it won’t seem so when you consider splitting it with nine other guests.
It’s almost Valentine’s Day and cutting out your own heart is not feasible, which is why beef heart on toast is a notably phenomenal substitute.
Are you a local farmer or a community member passionate about the organic movement? If so, mark your calendars for this weekend because the Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont’s (NOFA-VT) Winter Conference starts on Sunday.
We almost made it! The weekend is nearly upon us. Make use of the slightly warmer weather and get out — for a hike, a trip to the museum, or dinner at a local restaurant.
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
Shake off the cabin fever and get away for a day without leaving the state. Head south to Waitsfield, a quintessential Vermont ski town, full of recreational activities and spots to grab an apres beer (or two).
SWANTON — A large family or group of friends can organize a relaxing vacation or weekend getaway without needing to venture too far from home.
Opt Out is a feature highlighting the outdoor places we turn to for rejuvenation and exertion. Want to recommend an outdoor space? Send an email to bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
SWANTON — A large family or group of friends can organize a relaxing vacation or weekend getaway without needing to venture too far from home.
Seeing Vermont takes you to a different part of the Green Mountain State, showcasing its scenery, buildings and people.
And just like that, we are one month in to 2021. I've always liked January because I enter the month still riding the wave of good cheer from the holidays and close it with the excitement of my birthday. But this year, January looked and felt different as we dealt with pandemic woes and poli…
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
RICHMOND — Be a tourist in your own county this winter by driving south to Richmond and nearby Huntington.Â
RICHMOND — Be a tourist in your own county this winter by driving south to Richmond and nearby Huntington.Â
FAIRFIELD — Two people, 3 acres, and 100 rabbits: six years after its inception, Christine and John Kubacz continue to produce some of the most high-quality, tender and flavorful rabbit at Foggy Brook Farm, and it’s the stuff of legends.
FAIRFIELD — Two people, 3 acres, and 100 rabbits: six years after its inception, Christine and John Kubacz continue to produce some of the most high-quality, tender and flavorful rabbit at Foggy Brook Farm, and it’s the stuff of legends.
Go on a winter getaway to Greensboro, approximately a 1.5-hour drive from St. Albans to experience the Open Air Gallery Ski and Snowshoe Trail at Highland Center for the Arts (HCA).
GROTON — A peaceful, wooded retreat awaits in the northeastern part of Vermont, and it’s quite affordable.
MILTON — Inside the glass case at Madeleine’s, desserts and pastries are piled high — dusted with powdered sugar, frosted in buttercream and dipped in maple glaze. It’s a batch of confectionary heaven, and Vermonters from all over are driving many miles for a bite.
In Vermont, cross-country skiing is as much of a winter tradition as hot chocolate and snowman-building. With its high peaks and swooping valleys, the Green Mountain State boasts many places to make the most of the recent snowfall and ski uphill.
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
This Weekend with Bridget is a recurring column. Every week, she recommends a place to go or a way to have fun at home. Send her an email at bhigdon@orourkemediagroup.com.
MOUNT HOLLY — Just southeast of bustling Rutland are three Vermont towns that are smaller in size but still have some interesting history to their name.
