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WELCOME BACK !

We have always been thankful for our travelers who traverse our backroads , hillsides and downtowns . Now , more than ever !
The pandemic was a moment in time that made all of us a little more grateful for what we have . It also positioned Vermont as a beacon of health , safety , modesty and community .
Today , we are ready to welcome you back ! We ’ re ready to welcome you back to the Green Mountain state to rest , relax and explore . We know you are “ So Vermont Ready !” So Vermont Ready to return to our warm campfires crackling into the night . So Vermont Ready to quench your thirst with our great brews . So Vermont Ready to wander our small mom-and-pop shops that have weathered the storm , talk with real life craftspeople , and visit our quaint resilient communities . So Vermont Ready to take in a local downtown show , do yoga in the park , hike our trails , and sleep in our iconic inns . So Vermont Ready to taste our farm-to-table cuisines again , hit the links , and breathe in fresh Vermont air . So Vermont Ready to bite into a juicy Macintosh apple straight off the tree , drizzle syrup on fresh pancakes , and snack on our homegrown cheeses . Ready to take a dip in our refreshing lakes , discover our historic covered bridges , take lazy walks with old friends , and just turn up the tunes while driving the back roads of The Shires without a care in the world ! So , when you ’ re So Vermont Ready to visit , know we ’ ll be so ready to welcome you back to this place we call home .
Matt Harrington Executive Director Southwestern Vermont Chamber
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