RECREATION our classic trout streams like the Walloomsac , the Mettawee , or the Battenkill . Back on dry land , why not take to the links ? Join a yoga class , go horseback riding , or spend the day at Bromley Mountain with its zip line , alpine slide , bumper boats , and giant swing .
Summer is dreamy in The Shires . With three state parks and two Federal Recreation Areas to choose from , there ’ s no shortage of places to swim , picnic , camp , and canoe . If you prefer guided adventures , expert instructors are available for almost every pursuit . Take a casting lesson while fall foliage lights up the valley . Fly hawks and falcons on Equinox Pond with the mountain peak rising above you .
Photo courtesy of Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
When cold weather sets in , nearby ski resorts offer hundreds of acres of alpine trails and terrain parks , and miles of groomed cross-country trails , to suit new and accomplished outdoor enthusiasts alike . The Shires also boasts the Northeast ’ s most highly ranked ski programs for kids . Off-mountain adventures include skating , snowshoeing , snowmobiling , and ice fishing , and when you need to warm up , settle in at your inn by an open fire with a mug of mulled cider by your side .
Photo courtesy of Stratton Mountain Resort
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