“Day-Tripping” listings
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DAKIN FARM
March is maple syrup time in Vermont, and farmers open their sugar houses to the public for tours and tastings. At Dakin Farm, you can see the maple syrup cannery year-round, or attend a special pancake breakfast. (03/2009)
17 miles south of Burlington • 5797 Rt 7, Ferrisburgh
800-993-2546
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LAKE PLACID, NY
Just 50 miles from Burlington, picturesque Lake Placid is steeped in Olympic history and winter wonders. Try tobogganing across frozen Mirror Lake and cross-country skiing in the Adirondack woods, or ride a pilot-driven bobsled and ski or snowboard down Whiteface Mountain. (02/2009)
50 miles east of Burlington
800-447-5224
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SLEEPY HOLLOW INN
Cross-country skiers will find about 22 miles of groomed trails at Sleepy Hollow, where the views of Camel's Hump Mountain alone are worth the trip. Rent skis, boots and poles for $20; day ski passes are $15. (01/2009)
17 miles southeast of Burlington • 1805 Sherman Hollow Rd, Huntington, VT
802-434-2283
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BOLTON VALLEY RESORT
Just 20 minutes from Burlington, this resort has 165 skiable acres, plus much more backcountry terrain. You'll also find an indoor sports center (complete with pool and sauna) and 12 night skiing trails. (12/2008)
22 miles east of Burlington • 4302 Bolton Valley Access Rd, Bolton Valley, VT
802-434-3444
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MISTY KNOLL FARMS
For a firsthand encounter with Tom Turkey-make that a free-range Tom Turkey-head to Misty Knoll, which raises 10- to 35-pound birds and welcomes visitors. It offers recipes and pies, too. (11/2008)
29 miles south of Burlington • 1685 Main St, New Haven, VT
802-453-4748
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"THE HAUNTED FOREST"
Hosted in a 500-acre outdoor recreation site filled with miles of trails, "The Haunted Forest" offers a spooky theater-in-thewoods experience with special effects and some 1,000 carved pumpkins. (10/2008)
10 miles east of Burlington • 592 Governor Chittenden Rd, Williston, VT
802-879-6001
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THE LAKE CHAMPLAIN ISLANDS
This long, skinny link of island-bound towns is lined with farms and spectacular (and lesser-known) fall foliage. At Allenholm Farm in South Hero, you can pick apples, take wagon tours, feed farmyard animals and rent bikes. (09/2008)
20 miles northwest of Burlington
802-372-8400
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STOWE, VT
This classic New England ski resort is a cool off-season spot, too, thanks to a plethora of hiking, biking and dining options. Check out the 51st Annual Antique & Classic Car Meet, rolling into town Aug. 8-10. (08/2008)
36 miles east of Burlington
802-253-7321
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BRISTOL FALLS SWIMMING HOLE
Jumping into a natural swimming hole is a Vermont tradition. At Bristol Falls, you'll find emerald-green water, a 15-foot drop, waterfalls and rocks for sunning. Afterward, hit the Village Creeme Stand for a softserve ice cream cone. (07/2008)
28 miles south of Burlington
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SNAKE MOUNTAIN, VT
See the rolling green patchwork of Vermont farms dotted by multicolored barns, along with twinkling Lake Champlain, from the 1,281-foot summit of this easy-to-reach peak. After the hike, stop in Vergennes for a panini at Three Squares Café. (06/2008)
30 miles south of Burlington
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SHELBURNE MUSEUM
This eclectic museum of art and Americana kicks off its 2008 season on May 18 with a celebration of gardening. Start your day with a guided stroll amid more than 400 lilacs, then spend the rest of the day exploring the 150,000-work art collection. (05/2008)
8 miles south of Burlington • 5555 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT
802-985-3346
www.shelburnemuseum.org
