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  • Easy Vermont Hiking Trails for Beginners: Sterling Pond, Hamilton Falls, Silver Lake, and More

    Vermont is a hiker’s paradise in the summer, offering endless opportunities to explore the state’s natural beauty. But if you’re new to hiking or looking for trails that are perfect for kids, it can be hard to know where to start. The good news is that Vermont is filled with beginner-friendly hikes that still offer…

  • Vermont Farmers Market Recipes: What to Make With Summer Produce From Local Stands

    There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh basil on a humid July morning in Vermont, or the crisp snap of a just-picked Sugar Snap Pea at the farmers market. As a Vermonter, I’ve come to see these markets not just as a place to shop, but as a rhythm of life. They’re where community…

  • How Vermont Celebrates the 4th of July: Parades, History, and the 1777 Constitution

    Independence Day in Vermont is more than fireworks and grilled hot dogs. It is a deeply rooted celebration of what it means to stand up, push back, and do things your own way. From the state’s early days as a self-declared republic to the modern-day town meetings that still shape its political character, Vermont has…

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