VERMONT Magazine Winter 2023 | Page 47

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bikers to cover as much of the trail as they see fit . In the colder months , the trail is also ideal for snowshoeing and Nordic skiing .
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In addition to Harriman Reservoir , Lake Raponda also offers family-friendly swimming and lakeside merriment during the summertime . Access to Green Mountain Beach at Lake Raponda can be found on Lake Raponda Road . An easy , quick 0.3-mile hike around the Town Forest Loop branches off from a trailhead at the Green Mountain Beach Parking lot . Numbered signs identify different specimens of local trees , including beech , paper birch , sugar maple , red spruce , and hemlock .
North of Wilmington Center , Boyd Family Farm on East Dover Road welcomes all visitors and families . Guests who come to Boyd Family Farm during the summer can pick their own berries and flowers . Autumnal visitors will find seasonal vegetables , such as pumpkins , and guests who come during the Holiday season will discover all manners of decorative greenery for sale , including wreaths , centerpieces , and Vermont-grown Christmas trees .
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As your Wilmington vacation draws to a close , stop in at River Valley Market and River Bend Farm Market for some fresh produce and Vermont food products , or pick up a delectable sandwich or pre-made meal from their deli counter . Jezebel ’ s Eatery on West Main Street is also well-stocked with appetizing Take-n-Bake home-cooked items , which make great road snacks . Their on-site tavern is a wonderful place for a sit-down meal or final festive beverage . Before you hit the road , pay a visit to the 1836 Country Store on West Main Street . Pick up some Vermont souvenirs , maple syrup , and some homemade Vermont fudge , and give the gift of Green Mountain State goodness to your friends and family .
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