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…

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Zion Growers, based in St. Johnsbury, Vermont is working with a farmer in Fair Haven, Vermont to harvest hemp. Why hemp in Rutland County? Travis Samuels, COO of Zion Growers, based in St. Johnsbury, is originally from Vermont. Samuels and his business partner decided to base their hemp work in Vermont, so they can work…

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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…

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It is officially Autumn! A time of the year most Vermonters love – with good reason. In honor of the new season, we are telling you our five favorite activities to do during the fall in Rutland County.   Apple Picking There is nothing quite like picking an apple off the tree and eating it…

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I for one, am not a golfer, but some of these golf courses make me want to become one. Rutland County is home to seven golf courses. One has a lake view, while many others are tucked away in the woods. Here is your guide to outdoor golfing in the area.   Rutland Country Club…

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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…

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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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Rutland County is bursting with color and art. Driving or walking through Downtown Rutland you will notice art represented by a multitude of mediums. We have marble sculptures, murals, and art galleries to feast your eyes on. But it does not stop in Downtown Rutland, all of Rutland County has art to offer.    Murals…

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No matter how much you love winter, the first flowers of spring revive Vermonters. Here in Rutland County, our lawns, the side of roads, and mountains are very colorful beginning in March, continuing through the season, and into summer. It is not hard to find these beauties, but here is a list to make your flower…

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