activities & events
Take a scenic drive, a hike, a bike ride, a walk— take a breath and exhale then turn the pages to explore all that the area offers. From farmer’ s markets and fairs to fly fishing; browse bookstores and libraries, explore the Lincoln family home. Be‘ on-the-go’ or‘ take-it-in’ for every interest and age. Discover our vibrant Vermont community.
ATTRACTIONS
BROMLEY MOUNTAIN Vermont’ s summer adventure with 23 great rides and attractions including the exciting Aerial Adventure Park, New England’ s longest 4-line ZipRider, the half-mile-long and 50 mph Sun Mountain Flyer, Vermont’ s longest waterslide ride, famous alpine slide, 18-hole mini golf, a kiddie fun park for the little ones, and much more. 3984 Vermont Route 11, Peru. 802-824-5522 or www. bromley. com
DORSET HISTORICAL SOCIETY On the third Thursday of each month, the Dorset Historical Society hosts a lunch lecture at its Bley House Museum. Attendees should bring a lunch. Lectures include Long Trail School on Jun. 15 and The Hunting Camps of Beech Ridge on Jul. 20. Corner of Route 30 and Kent Hill Rd., Dorset. 802-867-0331 or www. dorsetvthistory. org
EQUINOX PRESERVE The Equinox Preserve consists of over 914 acres on the slopes of Mt Equinox. The series of trails are open for pedestrian use and range from short, easy walks through the woods for families to steep, half-day ascents to the top of the mountain for more experienced hikers. Popular is the 30 minute, level Pond Loop around Equinox Pond with views of the mountain. West Union Street, Manchester. www. equinoxpreservationtrust. org
EQUINOX SKYLINE DRIVE Experience the unforgettable drive to the summit of Mt. Equinox. The natural beauty of Vermont may be enjoyed at one of many scenic picnic areas. Explore hiking trails at the summit and store up some peace to take back to the world below. May 26 – Oct. 42 Skyline Dr., Arlington. 802-362-1115 or www. equinoxmountain. com
FARMERS’ MARKETS The summer season brings with it nature’ s bounty, and Vermont is one of the best places to find locally sourced food and products. The Manchester Farmers’ Market occurs on Thursdays from 3 – 6pm at Adams Park in Manchester, the Dorset Farmers’ Market on Sundays from 10am – 2pm at H. N. Williams Store in Dorset, and the West River Farmers’ Market on Saturdays from 9am – 1pm at the intersections of Routes 11 and 100 in Londonderry.
GREEN MOUNTAIN ACADEMY FOR LIFELONG LEARNING An adult education program providing a variety of non-credit courses and lectures to the public for cultural, educational, and intellectual enrichment. Lectures include Greece from A to Ω on Jun. 22; Ansel Adams: The Man and his Photography on Jul. 25; World War II in Japanese Memory on Aug. 8; and the Scenic and Cultural Treasures of Scotland on Aug. 31. A full calendar is available online. 802-867-0111 or www. greenmtnacademy. org
HILDENE, THE LINCOLN FAMILY HOME Feel like you’ re part of history with a visit to Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home. Tour the home and the estate, visit the farm, and more. Wild Edibles Walk and Talk on May 27; Celebration of Peonies from May – Jun.; Community Day on Jun. 11; Ecology of the Dene Walk and Talk on Jul. 14; Pollinator Heaven: Rethinking Your Lawnscape on Aug. 9. Historic Route 7A, Manchester. 802-362-1788 or www. hildene. org
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