Posts Tagged ‘chittenden’
CELEBRATING VERMONT AND SUMMER
Every June, the state hosts “Vermont Days.” The weekend celebrates the beginning of Summer with free admission to day-use areas at Vermont State Parks and state-owned historic sites. This year, the weekend is June 10 and 11. You don’t have to be a resident of Vermont to take part. Out-of-state visitors are welcome to celebrate…
Read MoreOpportunity and Beauty in Rutland, Vermont
“Life in Rutland, Vermont is characterized by its close access to opportunity in an urban center that still feels like a small town, as well as the variety of recreational spaces amid Vermont’s natural beauty.” This is a direct quote from ThinkVermont, an initiative of the Vermont Department of Economic Development to provide resources to those interested in…
Read MoreSNOW ON THE BEACH? WE HAVE IT HERE!
In Vermont, April’s average temperatures are in the 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit range. Flowers begin to grow through snow-patched gardens and Vermont’s wildlife comes out of hibernation. But sometimes, like this past week, we experience unseasonably high temperatures. Some portions of Vermont broke single-day records this past week with temps in the high 80s. Rutland County…
Read MoreFIVE FALL PHOTOS SNAPPED IN RUTLAND COUNTY
At the end of October, Real Rutland held a Fall Photography Contest. We asked anyone who visited our area or lives here and took a photo within Rutland County, Vermont to send us their favorite picture. After voting on the submissions, these are the five favorites. Steven Goldstein tells us, he took this photo at Lefferts…
Read MoreREAL RUTLAND WEEKEND GETAWAY RECAP 2022
What was the “Real Rutland Weekend Getaway?” “I just wished we had more time. There was so much to do and see,” said one of our “Real Rutland Weekend Getaway” (RRWG) families. The RRWG was a giveaway contest hosted by the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR), for the first time this…
Read MoreOUR FIVE FAVORITE FISHING SPOTS
There is a reason why so many county music songs mention fishing – it’s relaxing! Getting outside near water, hearing wildlife like loons, and spending quality time with friends or family is why many people fish. Some catch fish to eat, others catch and release. Rutland County has many bodies of water, but these are…
Read MoreTop 10 Ice Cream Shops
Summer is finally here, which means ICE CREAM! We have made it easy for you and created a list of our top ten favorite spots to get ice cream from the bottom of Rutland County to the top. Otter Creek Fun Center Located at 1800 US-7 in Danby, Otter Creek Fun Center is just…
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