Addison County Visitor Guide 2023-2024

ADDISON COUNTY Vermont

2023-2024

VISITOR GUIDE

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Welcome!

Addison County, located in the heart of the Champlain Valley in Vermont, is bordered by the Green Mountains to the East and the Adirondack Mountains to the West. With 56 miles of coastline along glacial Lake Champlain, and beautiful Lake Dunmore at its southern edge, Addison County presents a wide variety of gorgeous terrain for skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and even just sightseeing by car.

From the simple joys of a traditional country fair to the latest culinary creation (pulled fresh from today's garden), Addison County is a place that is true to its roots deep down to its soul. For those who are lucky enough to live and work here, it's a pleasure to share with you.

Please stop by our brand new Addison County Visitor Center located in the historic 1851 Ferrisburgh/Vergennes Train Depot.

Enjoy your stay in our safe and relaxing environment, and please consider coming back to make it your home.

Phil Summers Executive Director

Bristol is one of those historic 18th-century Vermont towns that is somehow also on the cutting edge of today. Vibrantly walkable, Main Street is lined with shops that sell cool clothing and funky jewelry. There's a high-quality store for children & families; an artist-owned cooperative full of fine art & handmade-in-Vermont crafts; there's hairstylists, florists, a music store, second-hand shops, and a general store specializing in gourmet Vermont memorabilia. For refreshment, there's two family-style restaurants and a destination brewery with up-to-the minute gourmet cuisine. Nearby hills and the Green Mountains create a picturesque backdrop, giving the town a box-canyon vibe.

The town green is a major hub for the community. Summer concerts at the gazebo every Wednesday evening from June through August have been a tradition since the Civil War. 4th of July events, movies in the park, the Harvest Festival, and a very cool ADA compliant playground are free and open to all.

The town is surrounded by serene woodlands and crystal clear streams and rivers. Bristol Falls, a roadside cascade with one

of Vermont’s very best swimming holes, is just a few minutes away. New restaurants and inns are opening in some of the historic farmsteads nearby these natural treasures, combining fresh ideas with the beauty and character of the past.

Bordered by the New Haven River, the Green Mountain National Forest and the fields and farms of the Champlain Valley, Bristol is just steps from amazing outdoor wilderness exploration in all four seasons.

Art On MAin

A non-profit, community-supported gallery committed to the creative endeavors of Vermont artists through the exhibition and sale of art and craft, events, and collaborations. Come by and browse! 25 Main Street, Bristol. 802-453-4032. www.artonmainvt.com

SiMOn SAyS

A general store for kids and families where you will find: Squishy stuff; Sparkly things; Cozy clothes and warm boots; Stuffed snakes; Fuzzy journals; giggles and fun! 12 Main Street, Bristol. 802-453-6945. www.simonsaysvt.com

the tillerMAn

Heartfelt, inspired food and hospitality at our comfortable, quirky 1790's farmhouse. Live music Wednesdays & movie night Thursdays. 1868 North Route 116, Bristol. 802-643-2237. www.thetillermanvt.com

Russell Young Farm, pictured left, is an example of how far out into the country Bristol is, while still offering an amazingly vibrant downtown with cafés, shops, restaurants, and culture. It's a favorite stop for bicyclists and travelers on their way to adventure, as seen below.

© RUSSELL YOUNG FARM FARM ADOBE STOCK

© JUNE ANDERSON

Vergennes

VERGENNES

Nestled between the fertile farm fields of western Addison County and the sparkling waters of deep, clear Lake Champlain, Vermont's "Little City" is the center for commerce, culture, education, and services to a wide area of Addison County.

Vergennes was founded as Vermont’s first city in 1788 and is listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places. Its commercial and residential core has remained largely intact throughout the years. Within its two square miles are many architectural gems. Some, including the restored Bixby Library and Vergennes Opera House and the verdant City Park with its charming bandstand offer music, education, and entertainment throughout the year. This intimate community has attracted many families and young professionals with vibrant restaurants and clothing shops, a chocolatier, a wine store, a florist, a barber and beauty salons, a seasonal farmers market, excellent schools, and more.

Located upon the magnificent Vergennes Falls, Vergennes is just ten minutes from Lake Champlain with its excellent swimming, fishing, boating and sailing opportunities; numerous Vermont State Parks and wildlife management preserves; the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum; Basin Harbor; and is central to outstanding Champlain Valley bicycle routes.

For history buffs, Vergennes has a rich maritime, industrial, and agricultural heritage as well. Vergennes played a key maritime role in the War of 1812. The shipyard at the base of the Falls provided enough lumber, power, and skilled artisans to build five major warships during the winter of 1813. The ships ultimately traveled down the Otter Creek basin to Lake Champlain where American forces met and defeated the British Navy at the 1814 Battle of Plattsburgh. This heritage provides an exceptionally strong sense of place. The walkability of the town increased its sense of community.

An abundance of natural resources, skilled labor, and multiple transportation and shipping options created a robust economic climate. A busy steamship business along the Otter Creek was the focus of Vergennes through the late 1840s. Access to trade routes by lake, rail, and canal allowed Vergennes to boom in the decades between 1840 and 1890, when many of the buildings we admire today were built.

By the 1890s, the opening of the Western states made manufacturing less important—yet by 1893, the Falls were in use as a hydroelectric station, lighting the streets as Vergennes became, and continues to be, the vital commercial center for the surrounding community. One of Vermont's true treasures, Vergennes is an unforgettable destination, a great place to visit, and an even better place to live!

Vergennes

Little City, Big Heart

© JUNE ANDERSON

lindA'S AppArel

An interesting mix of items in this friendly shop where you will find just the right birthday or baby gift or that special outfit. From sporty to dressy and everything inbetween. 175 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-2320. www.lindasapparel.com

Men'S COrner

Sporty casual to casual dressy and everything in between for men. Check out our Vermont T-shirts. We have quite a collection—two great shops (with Linda's Apparel) in one location! 175 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-6600. www.lindasapparel.com

rOCkerS pizzeriA

Local family-owned restaurant in Vergennes. Serving traditional pizza, sandwiches, burgers, salads, appetizers and dessert with a vintage and rock culture theme! 191 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-870-7341. www.rockerspizzeria.com

3 SquAreS CAfé

Eclectic American café in downtown Vergennes. Breakfast served until 2 pm and lunch all day. From-scratch baked goods, espresso, and seasonal patio seating. Catering available. 141 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-2772. www.3squarescafe.com

VergenneS Wine

Our 35 years of experience helps you make the perfect choice, from weekday dining to wedding celebrations! More than 800 wines and 100 craft beers in stock, plus spirits for every occasion. 211 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-6312. www.vergenneswine.com

Official 802 Spirits Location 211 Main St • 802-877-6312

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Vergennes is home to sophisticated dining options including the traditional French flavors of Black Sheep Bistro and the creative, casual Park Squeeze restaurant—try their imaginative cocktails! See dining listings pages 42-49.

After shopping or dining, stroll down Main Street to Vergennes Falls. There's a lovely park overlooking the basin with easy-to-navigate paths nearby.

Vergennes

Traditional Pizza • Sandwiches

Burgers • Salads • Appetizers

Desserts

802-870-7341

191 Main Street Vergennes rockerspizzeria.com

Addison County Chamber

FERRISBURGH

COOkie lOVe

An artisan bakery and legendary ice cream stand.Featuring handcrafted cookies made just for you! We use the highest quality ingredients and work with Vermont-based farms and suppliers whenever possible. 6915 Route 7, North Ferrisburgh. 802-425-8181. www.vermontcookielove.com

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Ferrisburgh is one of Vermont's beauty spots. Home to two state campgrounds, both of which are on the shores of Lake Champlain, the area is known for its bike routes, farm fields, and gorgeous, high mountain and lake views—Vermont the way you expect it to be. Stop by the Addison County Chamber Visitor Center at the newly renovated Historic Ferrisburgh/Vergennes Amtrak station for free maps and other detailed information about the area. 49 Park Lane, Ferrisburgh. 802-388-7951 or www.adddisoncounty.com.

What Vermont Tastes Like™! Stop by and shop Vermont’s finest specialty food products. See how they’re made and bring some home with you. Two convenient locations Rte. 7 in Ferrisburgh and 100 Dorset Street in S. Burlington. Current store hours are listed online. 800-993-2546. www.dakinfarm.com

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Home to Vermont’s second oldest covered bridge, Vermont Flannel Ferrisburgh is a spacious store filled with ultra-soft flannel clothing, handcrafted in America with organic cotton. 5467 Vermont Route 7, Ferrisburgh. 802-870-7172. www.vermontflannel.com

Artisan bakery and legendary ice cream stand. Featuring handcrafted cookies made just for you!

802-425-8181 Vermontcook e ove com 6915 N Ferr sburgh

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Ferrisburgh

100% Organic Cotton Flannel Clothing

MIDDLEBURY

Middlebury occupies a sweet spot in rural Addison County: it has the attributes of a small, tightly-knit farm community and the sophistication of an internationally prestigious college all within one town line. Ideally located midway between Burlington and Rutland, Middlebury makes a great four-season destination for a day trip or for a longer stay.

The interesting and very walkable town center has charming pocket parks and historical sites interspersed with storefronts, cafés, and restaurants. A recent major infrastructure overhaul accommodates the Amtrak express train that passes through town on its way from Burlington to New York City. Downtown has a fresh new look and new opportunities for public outdoor music and food gatherings, as well as a convenient transportation option for travel.

The magnificent Otter Creek Falls, tumbling under a bridge through the center of town, was a magnet for industry in the 19th century. A number of enterprises uti-

lized hydropower to run grain mills, saw lumber, cut stone, and make cloth. This economic vitality created a village of lasting architectural beauty. Every street has dozens of well-kept buildings, and there are multiple micro-commercial centers mostly within walking distance of one another: along Main Street and below the falls; in the revitalized Marble Works, along the length of Exchange Street, and south of town along Route 7.

Many of today's businesses manufacture their own products and invite you to watch their process. Artisanal bakeries, a brewery, a distillery, two cideries, and a vineyard add to the distinctive Vermont flavor of the town. Historic inns, a movie theater, the Town Hall Theater (featuring year-round music, dance, opera and plays), the Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History, and the Vermont Folklife Center are all an easy stroll from the Town Green and offer insights into Vermont culture from past to present.

M idd lebur y welcomes you

Founded in 1800, Middlebury College is one of the oldest and most prestigious liberal arts colleges in the United States. We’re home to 2,500 undergraduate students, but you don’t have to be one to enjoy many of our resources.

See concerts and performances year-round at the Mahaney Arts Center, enjoy our permanent collections and traveling exhibitions at t he Midd lebur y Col lege Museum of Ar t , a nd watch t he Pa nt hers’ 31 varsity teams play on our fields and in our arenas. Our 18-hole R a lph Myh re G olf Course, Midd lebur y Snow Bowl, and Rikert Outdoor Center are all open to the public.

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Addison County Chamber

Commerce

Middlebury College, the world-class learning institution, is steps from downtown. The Mahaney Arts Center, part of Middlebury College, has a full schedule of performing arts events. Within the Arts Center is the Middlebury College Museum of Art, with a breathtaking collection of antiquities, Asian art, and American and European painting and sculpture through the 21st century. Augmenting the painting and sculpture is the College’s impressive collection of public sculpture, which includes major works by Tony Smith, Dan Graham, and Michael Singer, among others. In addition to arts and culture the College offers outstanding college athletics as well.

There are a variety of inns, lodges, restaurants, shops, and attractions to visit while you are in the area. Enjoy your stay!

COMMOn grOund Center

Our 700-acre site offers a balance of natural beauty and unique, ADA-compliant indoor spaces to host conferences, retreats, weddings and group rentals. With capacity for 200 people for a day event, seasonal space for 165 overnight guests, and plenty of things to see and do, everyone’s welcome at CGC. 473 Tatro Road, Starksboro. 802-453-2592. www.cgcvt.org

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MIDDLE BU RY COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART

View seasonal and permanent exhibitions , and enjoy educational programs , galler y talk s , and work shops Collec tions include A sian ar t , photography, 19 th-centur y sculpture , and contemporar y prints . middlebur y.edu/museum

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CULTURE

Addison County has a rich history, found in centuries-old towns and industrial centers and in many high quality museums, art galleries, and performance venues. Of particular interest are the vibrant exploits and battles of early settlers and native peoples, who struggled for control of the area and its rich resources in the 18th century. Modern day reenactments of these battles are held during the summer months on both sides of Lake Champlain.

This region was first mapped by the French. In 1609, Samuel de Champlain traveled at least as far south as the narrow straights at Chimney Point on Lake Champlain, now part of the State of Vermont's Historic Sites program. The English, French, and native peoples all traveled regularly on the lake and its tributaries. In a bold move, the French built a wooden fort at Chimney Point in 1731 to control the lake, and by the 1740s there was significant French settlement on both shores. In 1759, the English wrested control opening the door for more settlers.

In 1776 and 1777, the Addison County region was a hotbed of Revolutionary War activity, playing a key role in America’s road to freedom. American and British vessels, from canoes and bateaux to large warships, were common sights on Lake Champlain, and spies and scouts scoured the countryside. American colonial forces built one of the war’s largest fortifications, Mount Independence in Orwell, also a state Historic Site, as a defense against the British enemy to the north.

Addison County has a number of superb historical museums that preserve the past and educate the public about the area's unique culture. Many are open seasonally, check websites for details.

Fort Ticonderoga, on the shore of Lake Champlain in New York, was built by the French in the mid-1700s. Today, the Fort features as a living history museum, occupying almost 2,000 pristine acres with historic battlegrounds, the star-shaped fort, formal gardens, and hiking trails.

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum explores the history and culture of the "6th Great Lake". It's a waterfront museum with classes, camps, boat building, rowing, underwater research, and more located on one of Lake Champlain's most beautiful harbors. Free admission every day!

The Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History has a permanent collection of 19th and 20th century Vermont furniture, paintings, and household objects, exhibited in an elegant Federal house ca.1829, with temporary special exhibits and special events.

Rokeby Museum is a nationally significant farm museum with an Underground Railroad story tucked inside a quintessential Vermont experience. Described as "unrivaled" by the National Parks Service, Rokeby is the repository of a rich collection of artifacts and rotating exhibits.

You can learn about the history of the "horse that helped shape our nation" at the University of Vermont's Morgan Horse Farm. Dedicated to the preservation of the Morgan horse, a unique American breed

and Vermont's state animal, this working farm hosts 40 horses and is open to the public for tours.

The region's rich farmland, navigable waterways, and many powerful waterfalls provided opportunity for commerce and created prosperity as the nation grew. Many homes and industrial buildings of the period are well-preserved, and every town has buildings listed as designated historic places. Covered bridges are still in daily use (see page 62).

Currently, there is an enormous investment in the area's arts, cultural, and performance organizations. The Town Hall Theater in Middlebury and the Vergennes Opera House in Vergennes are resuscitated 19thcentury landmarks which host a variety of events throughout the year. Mahaney Arts Center is a world-class arts & performing arts center at Middlebury College. Community arts organizations or historical societies thrive in every town; and a simple drive through the byways or sidewalk stroll in any area brings the past and the present to life in a captivating and delightful manner.

COURTESY LAKE CHAMPLAIN MARITIME MUSEUM

Addison County Chamber of Commerce

BixBy MeMOriAl liBrAry

A most remarkable examples of architecture, replete with stained glass dome and ionic columns inside and out. One of the largest collections of Vermontania in the state. Open Monday–Saturday. Hours vary. 258 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-2211. www.bixbylibrary.org

BrAndOn ArtiStS guild

No tour of the Vermont art scene is complete without a visit to this special community of artists – there’s always something new at the Guild! 7 Center Street, Brandon 802-247-4956. www.brandonartistguild.com

ChiMney pOint StAte hiStOriC Site

Museum of Native American, American, and French colonial history on a gorgeous bluff overlooking Lake Champlain and the Lake Champlain Bridge. 8149 Vermont Route 17, West Addison. 802-759-2412. www.historicsites.vermont.gov

dAr StrOng MuSeuM

1795 Federal-style brick home of Revolutionary patriot John Strong, one of the first settlers in the Champlain Valley. Tours of the 18th century life of the Strong family. Open May–Oct. 6656 Route 17, Addison. 802-759-2309. www.johnstrongmansion.com

fOrt tiCOnderOgA

Spend the day! Find adventure across our breathtaking 2,000 acres. Enjoy hands-on family activities, weapons demos, special tours, Carillon boat cruises, gardens, new exhibits, and more! 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga 518-585-2821. www.fortticonderoga.org

henry SheldOn MuSeuM

Of VerMOnt hiStOry

2023 exhibits: Unseen Neighbors: Community, History & Collage; From Homemade to “Couture”: Fashion in Historic Middlebury, 1800s1930s; Variety Sew: A Sampling of Textile Tools and Devices; Stellar Stitching: 19th Century Vermont Samplers; New Acquisitions. One Park Street, Middlebury. 802-388- 2117. www.henrysheldonmuseum.org

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StAte hiStOriC Site

Site of the only Revolutionary War battle fought in what would become Vermont. Trails, Visitor Center and Museum. Open late May–mid-October. Monument Hill Road, Hubbardton. 802-273-2282. www.historicsites.vermont.gov

lAke ChAMplAin MAritiMe MuSeuM

Free to visit for all ages, every day! Explore exhibits, historic boats, history, ecology, rowing, and more. Open May-October.

4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes. 802-475-2022. www.lcmm.org

MAhAney ArtS Center

Outstanding concerts, dance, theater, films, exhibitions, lectures, symposia, and more at Addison County’s largest visual and performing arts center. Open year-round. Middlebury College, Route 30 South, Middlebury. Box Office: 802-443-MIDD (6433). www.middlebury.edu/college/arts

MiddleBury COllege MuSeuM Of Art

A selection of European, American, ancient, and Asian art, as well as special exhibitions. Tuesday–Friday, 10 am–5 pm; Saturday–Sunday, noon–5 pm. Free. Middlebury College, Route 30 South, Middlebury. 802-443-5007. www.middlebury.edu/museum

The Middlebury College Museum of Art at the Mahaney Arts Center has a wonderful collection. Admission to the Museum is free and open to the public. "Around and About", 1971, Clement Meadmore.

Mount Independence

S TATE HIS TORIC SITE

Chimney Point

S TATE HIS TORIC SITE

MOunt independenCe StAte hiStOriC Site

Revolutionary War site and National Historic Landmark. Six miles of hiking trails wind past remains of blockhouse, batteries, and star fort. Visitor Center and Museum. 497 Mount Independence Road, Orwell. 802-948-2000. www.historicsites.vermont.gov

tOWn hAll theAter

Town Hall Theater is host to 165 plus events per year including theater, music, dances, classes and camps, meetings and receptions. There’s something for everyone!. Merchants Row and South Pleasant Street, Middlebury. 802-382-9222. www.townhalltheater.org

Experience Vermont’s Revolutionary Past

OPEN EVERYDAY 10 am – 5 pm

On Lake Champlain, 5.5 miles west of Rte. 22A and 73, Orwell, VT 802-948-2000

Adults: $8.00

Children (6-14): $1.00

Children (under 6): Free

HistoricSites.Vermont.gov/Mount-Independence

Vermont’s Native American & French Colonial Heritage

OPEN LATE MAY – MID-OCTOBER WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

At the foot of the Lake Champlain Bridge Addison, VT • 802-759-2412

Adults: $6.00

Children under 15: Free

HistoricSites.Vermont.gov/Chimney-Point

uniVerSity Of VerMOnt

MOrgAn hOrSe fArM

A National Historic Site and university facility, this working farm of 40 horses is dedicated to education and the preservation of Vermont’s State Animal, the Morgan horse. Guided tours, special events, admission to grounds. 74 Battell Drive, Weybridge. 802-388-2011. www.uvm.edu/morgan

Daily tours May-October

See website for full details

802.388.2011

www.uvm.edu/morgan

74 Battell Drive, Weybridge, VT 05753

MIDDLEBURY NEW FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL

COURTESY UVM MORGAN HORSE FARM

Outdoor Activities

Road Biking There's a wide variety of well-maintained blacktop, from easy, rural loops with stunning vistas alongside Lake Champlain to the legendary test of champions, the LAMB (Lincoln, Appalachian, Middlebury, Bristol) 4-gap ride. The Triangle Bike Loop connects the downtowns of Bristol, Vergennes and Middlebury via New Haven. For more information, go to www.vermontvacation.com/bikemap

Mountain Biking The Addison County Bike Club manages, promotes, and maintains multi-use trails for all of Addison County. Explore the trail networks in Middlebury and in the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area; more networks are being planned. Winter biking trails at Rikert Outdoor Center! www.addisoncountybikeclub.org

Golf Enjoy any of three public courses: The Ralph Myhre Golf Course at Middlebury College, one of the college’s fabulous athletic facilities, offers expansive views of the Green Mountains; Basin Harbor, one of Vermont’s most elegant summer resorts, has a course that extends along the shores of Lake Champlain; and Neshobe Golf Club, in Brandon, offers 18 challenging holes in a beautiful setting.

Water Sports Flat water or whitewater? Fly fishing or water skiing? Canoeing… kayaking…swimming…even scuba diving for shipwrecks. Explore the coves of Lake Champlain in a sailboat or the twists and turns of Otter Creek in a canoe. Don't forget to get a fishing license before you drop a line. www.vtfishandwildlife.com

Camping The region offers private and state campgrounds with more than 500 sites for tents, pop-ups, and trailers. The Green Mountain National Forest maintains additional campgrounds throughout the forest. www.vtstateparks.com

Hunting is a way of life in Vermont. Abundant protected lands allow hunting seasons for a variety of species: turkey, waterfowl, bear, deer (doe & buck), and moose as well as separate seasons for muzzleload, bow, and rifle. Licenses are a must. www.vtfishandwildlife.com

Hiking Vermont’s famous Long Trail skirts the eastern part of Addison County linking peaks such as Mount Abraham, Bread Loaf Mountain and Romance Mountain. See detailed hiking info on pages 26-27.

ChAMp'S trAding pOSt

Summertime fun! Visit our beautiful country gift shop and test your skills on our Extreme Mini Golf course. Adults $8; Children 12 and under $5. Open 7 days a week from 10 am to 5 pm, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. VT Route 17 West, Addison. 802-759-2566. www.extrememinigolf.net

deAd Creek Wildlife MAnAgeMent AreA

Hosts a one-day wildlife/outdoor festival each October celebrating the fall bird migration. Route 17, Addison. 802-759-2398. www.vtfishandwildlife.com

rAlph Myhre gOlf COurSe

A beautiful 18-hole golf course, with driving range, practice green and bunker, fullservice pro shop, and snack bar–all with beautiful views of the Green Mountains. Route 30 South, Middlebury. 802-443-5125. www.ralphmyhregolfcourse.com

lAke ChAMplAin BikeWAyS

An interconnected, international network of bike routes through the Lake Champlain regions of New York, Vermont and Quebec. 1,355 total network miles and 38 interpretive theme loops. 802-652-BIKE (2453). www.champlainbikeways.org

triAngle Bike lOOp

Follow a road bike loop connecting our Addison County hubs of Bristol, Vergennes and Middlebury via New Haven. Pass scenic waterfalls, fields and forests, and visit downtown centers en route. For more, visit www.walkbikeaddison.org.

frOg hOllOW BikeS

Addison County's Bike Shop, providing expert sales, service, rental bikes. Offering bicycles by Trek, Cannondale, Bianchi, and a great selection of used bikes. 74 Main Street, Middlebury. 802-388-6666. www.froghollowbikes.com

Outdoor Activities

Middlebury

Abby Pond Cascades, Abbey Pond Road. A series of cascades that drop almost 100 feet and are tucked under a thick canopy, this gem of a waterfall is just a short hike in. The best view is from the bottom of the cascades looking up.

Middlebury Falls, Main Street. Otter Creek winds through the center of town and these spectacular falls are the pièce de résistance of one of the most attractive college towns in the US. The 20-foot drop thunders all year long underneath Main Street while visitors peer over the sandstone bridge from sidewalks on either side, marvelling as thousands of gallons of water, and the occasional daring kayaker, plunge into the basin below. Pleasant, open parks line both sides of the falls with a pedestrian bridge that makes it easy to get from one historic shopping area to another.

Middlebury Gorge, Route 125, East Middlebury. About 1.1 miles east of the junction with Route 116, there's an informal pull out. Below, there is a gorge, falls, and swimming area. The gorge is really popular with kayakers when the water is high; the falls are not huge, but it's a pretty spot to enjoy, especially on a hot day.

Green Mountain National Forest Falls of Lana, Salisbury Across from Lake Dunmore, these falls live up to their lovely name. The trail to the falls is part of the network of trails in the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area.

Moss Glen Falls, Granville. Directly on Route 100 in the middle of gorgeous, windy Granville Gulf these spectacular 50' falls are one of Vermont's most photographed attractions. Just to the north, there is another cascade, Little Moss Glen Falls, which is arguably as beautiful and much less crowded.

Texas Falls, Hancock. One of the most spectacular and easiest-to-reach cascades in the Breadloaf Wilderness. Clearly marked signs on Route 125 leading to the trail.

Vergennes

Vergennes Falls, Main Street, Canal Street or MacDounough Street. Breathtaking cascades year round, about 37 feet high and five hundred feet across. Broken into three parts by rock formations on which mills were built in the late 1700s. The basin was, at one time, the site of a shipyard which helped defeat the British during the War of 1812. In 1893, the mills were converted to hydroelectric power. Gorgeous public parks flank the basin below the falls.

Bristol

Bartlett Falls, River Road. One of the most beautiful swimming holes in Vermont, with something for everyone. The New Haven River falls over multiple ledges, forming pools of varying depths. Access along River Road towards Lincoln provides multiple entry points.

Burnham Falls, Bristol Memorial Park. Route 17. This condensed gorge is 47' from top to bottom and totally hidden from the road. The stairs and bridge that once made viewing easy have been removed due to condition issues, so there's a little scramble over rocks to view the cascades and pools.

Weybridge

Bittersweet Falls, Bittersweet Falls Road. Best viewed during the spring, when increased flow creates a tumbling, two-sided, 20 foot plunge.

Belden Falls, Belden Falls Road. A dam and hydroelectric station utilizes the river here, and the the gorge, about 100 feet long and about 15-25 feet high, is carved from two rocky islands below it. This site can also be reached via the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM) through Wright's Park and the Otter Creek Nature Preserve. Interesting pedestrian suspension bridge over the river!

WATER FALLS

There are many gorgeous cascades in Addison County. Most early settlements used hydropower to run lumber & grain mills. Middlebury and Vergennes have major waterfalls that are easily seen from the road, and are gorgeous focal points of these historic towns. Listed opposite are the most beautiful waterfalls in the area, some still harnessed for their power, some wilderness bound. Pictured here is Moss Glen Falls, an easily accessible cascade right along Route 100 in Granville.

Outdoor Activities

Middlebury/Weybridge

Favorite day trips are Snake Mountain in Addison, Rattlesnake Cliffs overlooking Lake Dunmore, and the trails of Mount Independence State Historic Site. The Trail Around Middlebury (TAM) is an 18-mile footpath, open year round, encircling Middlebury. See pages 28-29 for more details on very popular TAM trail segments.

Snake Mountain Mountain Road. 4+ miles, 2.5 hours round trip. This is a moderately difficult loop that pays off big with spectacular views. There was a hotel on the mountain that burnt down a century ago, so you travel up the old carriage road. Mountain Road, Weybridge

Green Mountain National Forest

Visit the Rochester Ranger Station for maps, trail conditions, and forestry history. The US Forest Service stewards 400,000 acres in Vermont, and the station disperses information & volunteers for this area. 99 Ranger Road, Rochester. 802-767-4261. www.fs.usda.gov/greenmountain

Moosalamoo Recreation Area

Between Brandon and Ripton, this 36,000 acre wilderness region is protected for the use of camping, hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, and hunting. 70 miles of trails provide a variety of challenges for every ability. There are several access points to trail from clearly marked forest roads off of Route 125, Route 73, and Route 53. Easiest access is from a major trailhead opposite Branbury State Park in Leiscester.

Day hikes range from 1.5 to 7.5 miles long. Some of the most popular are The Falls of Lana 0.7 miles/1 hour; Silver Lake 5.5 miles/3 hours; Rattlesnake Cliff 4.0 miles/3 hours; Mount Moosalamoo 7.6 miles/4.5 hours; www.moosalamoo.org

HIKING

Bristol/Lincoln/Ripton

Lincoln Peak or Mt. Abraham via Battell Trail. 6 miles. 4 hours round trip. Hike to the top of 4006' Mt. Abe for spectacular views in all directions. Elder Road, Lincoln.

Sunset Ledge, 1.6 miles, 1 hour round trip. A short, sweet, steep scramble to a lookout ledge over all of Champlain Valley. Bring a headlamp for the hike down. Lincoln Gap Road, Lincoln.

Abbey Pond 2.1 miles, 3 hours round trip. Follow old woods roads to a lovely wilderness pond and waterfall. Abbey Pond Road off US 116, Ripton.

Outdoor Activities

The Breadloaf Wilderness, Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, and the Green Mountain National Forest form Addison County's eastern border— plenty of hiking adventures to last a lifetime. These well-maintained trails are just as much fun in winter (with proper preparation and equipment) as in summer. Whenever you hike, bring more water than you think you'll need, an extra layer just in case, and some calorie-rich snacks. These mountains may provide more of a challenge than you might expect!

Breadloaf Wilderness

This 21,480 acre parcel is protected from development, which provides opportunities for primitive recreation and to allow natural forces to dominate the character of the land. It straddles the main ridgeline of the Green Mountain Range between the Lincoln and the Middlebury Gap. There are many day hikes here, especially hiking sections of the Long Trail (year-round) or the Catamount Trail (winter only). The hikes lead to the Long Trail between Route 125 in Middlebury to US Forest Service roads in Lincoln. Here's one option of many to explore: Breadloaf Mountain A 7 mile round trip for great views of Lake Champlain. Off of 125 in Ripton, take USFS 59 3.5 miles to parking area. Hike the Skylight Trail to the Long Trail, then head north 1.1 miles to the 3835' summit and a short spur to the west for the lookout. www.fs.usda.gov

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WALKING

Ferrisburgh/Vergennes

The Rokeby Museum Route 7. An important stop on the Underground Railroad, this 90 acre site has a 1.5 mile interpretive trail with of cultural markers. The museum offers a fascinating understanding into the role of stationmasters and refugees in the flight to freedom. www.rokeby.org

Kingsland Bay State Park and Button Bay State Park. Both of these gorgeous waterfront public access parks and campgrounds are former farms and settlements. Now they provide sweeping views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack range. www.vtstateparks.com

Vergennes Falls Park Trail A 3/4 mile nature walk along the banks of the Otter Creek Basin with easy views of the 37-foot waterfall as it plunges towards Lake Champlain, 7 miles to the west. Mechanic Street, Vergennes.

Middlebury/Weybridge

Trail Around Middlebury (TAM) An 18mile path encircling the town of Middlebury links several hundred acres of town and conserved land. Some sections: Otter Creek Gorge 3+ mile loop starting from Morgan Horse Farm Road or Belden Falls Road. Wright Park A 3.8 mile network starting at the end of Seymour Street. Jackson & Johnson Trails. 1.9 & 0.8 miles. Sunny meadows and tranquil wetlands. On either side of Weybridge Road west of Sheep Farm Road. www.maltvt.org

Bristol/Ripton

Watershed Center A lovely 1.3 mile stroll through a variety of protected lands: wetland marsh, hardwood forest, and meadow. Limited parking. 4783 Plank Road, Bristol.

Robert Frost Interpretive Trail A 1.3 mile accessible loop that has some of the poet's work posted along the way. Just across Route 125, you'll find the cabin where Frost lived and wrote during the summers from 1939 to 1963. Nearby are the goldenrodcolored campus buildings of Middlebury College's historic Breadloaf Summer Writers' Conference. Route 125 in Ripton.

Orwell

Mt. Independence Six miles of walking and hiking trails guide you past the archaeological remains of the general hospital, batteries, blockhouses, barracks, and soldiers’ huts, and offer scenic views of Lake Champlain. Fee charged (May-Oct). Mt. Independence Road, Orwell. www.historicsites.vermont.gov

THE TOWNS OF MIDDLEBURY, BRISTOL, AND VERGENNES HAVE A VERY HIGH "WALK SCORE". ANYONE INTERESTED IN THE ARCHITECTURE OF THE PAST FEW CENTURIES WILL FIND A STROLL FASCINATING!

Miles of off-road trails are the perfect place for long walks or runs. Addison County has many preserved areas and parks that allow you and your friends to relax, enjoy some exercise and breathe in the fresh air!

Outdoor Activities

WINTER FUN

Winter Adventure When the snow begins falling, residents and visitors reach for their snowshoes, skis, ice axes, ice fishing gear, and other winter equipment. Unspoiled, accessible countryside provides memorable experiences.

For excellent cross-country skiing, winter biking, and snowshoeing, head to Rikert Outdoor Center, located at Middlebury College’s Bread Loaf campus. 55+ km of skate and classic skiing, snowshoeing, and fat-biking through picturesque forests and fields. State-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming capabilities create a longer season! Lessons and rentals available. Blueberry Hill Ski Touring Center in Goshen offers great cross-country skiing and snowshoeing opportunities, much of it located in the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area.

Skaters can thrill to an outdoor journey along the frozen Lemon Fair River or go indoors at Middlebury’s Memorial Ice Rink. www.memorialsportscenter.org

Snowmobilers enjoy miles of trails maintained by the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers (VAST), and share them with cross-country skiers. www.vtvast.org

MiddleBury COllege SnOW BOWl

Uncrowded skiing and riding for all abilities at an affordable price on 500 acres of open terrain with 17 trails and 6 glades. Full-service ski shop, professional ski school, and great homemade food. On Route 125 midway between Route 7 on the west and Route 100 on the east, only 15 minutes from Middlebury. 802-443-7669. www.middleburysnowbowl.com

rikert OutdOOr Center

A winter recreation center providing over 50 km of professionally groomed trails for Nordic skiing, winter biking, and snowshoeing. Offering a rentals shop, lessons, food, and unspoiled natural beauty in the heart of the Green Mountains. At the Bread Loaf Campus of Middlebury College, Route 125 East, Ripton. 802-443-2744. www.rikertoutdoor.com

Open to all

Enjoy the great outdoors year-round at Middlebur y College . Our public facilities welcome you!

■ Ralph Myhre G olf Cour se Play golf at the challenging 18-hole course , featuring a full-ser vice pro shop and a café with indoor and outdoor seating.

www.ralphmyhregolfcourse.com

■ Middlebur y ’s Snow B owl glades for skiers of all abilities The lodge includes a cafeteria , ski shop, and ski school. ww w.middlebur ysnowbowl.com

■ Riker t Outdoor Center E xplore the 55 -plus kilometers of field and wooded trails . Rental equipment , repairs , waxing rooms , and lessons are available . ww w.riker toutdoor.com

SHOPPING

FARMERS

MARKETS

MIDD SUMMER MARKET

ON THE GREEN IN DOWNTOWN MIDDLEBURY

THURSDAYS, JUNE 1 TO AUGUST 31, 3:30 -6:30 PM

MIDDLEBURY FARMERS MARKET

AT THE VFW, 530 EXCHANGE STREET MIDDLEBURY

OUTDOORS

SATURDAYS, MAY 6 TO OCTOBER 28, 9–12:30 PM

INDOORS

SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER THRU APRIL, 9-12:30 PM

VERGENNES FARMERS MARKET

AT VERGENNES CITY PARK

THURSDAYS, JUNE 15 TO EARLY OCTOBER, 3-6 PM

BRISTOL FARMERS MARKET ON BRISTOL TOWN GREEN

MONDAYS, JUNE 5 TO OCTOBER 9, 4-7 PM

BRANDON FARMERS MARKET AT CONANT SQUARE

FRIDAYS, JUNE TO EARLY OCTOBER, 9-2:00 PM

COle'S flOWerS

Fourth generation florist providing quality, lasting flowers for any occasion. 21 MacIntyre Lane, Middlebury. 802-388-4003. www.colesmiddleburyflowers.com www.colesflowersweddings.com

hAre And the dOg

Terrific selection of wine, massive selection of craft, domestic, and foreign beers, and the best selection of spirits in town! 802 Spirits agent. 260 Court Street (where Olympia Sports used to be), Middlebury. 802-458-8060. www.hare.dog

MiddleBury flOrAl & giftS

Perfect arrangements with superior customer service. You will love your flowers! 1663 Route 7 South (in the Little Red Schoolhouse), Middlebury. 802-388-2800. Find us on Facebook! www.middleburyfloralandgifts.com

MiddleBury nAturAl fOOdS CO-Op

Full service grocery store cooperatively owned by the community since 1976. Anyone can shop, but members get additional benefits. Organic, local, and socially responsible products. Open daily 8 am-7 pm. 1 Washington Street, Middlebury. 802-388-7276. www.middleburycoop.com

DID YOU KNOW THAT MIDDLEBURY HAS SEVERAL DISTINCT RETAIL & DINING AREAS?

MAIN ST/MERCHANTS ROW (DOWNTOWN)

SEYMOUR ST/EXCHANGE ST

MARBLEWORKS DISTRICT

MILL ST/FROG ALLEY

WASHINGTON ST

COURT ST/ROUTE 7 SOUTH

SEE IF YOU CAN VISIT THEM ALL!

AddiSOn WeSt

Gifts, home furnishings and decor. Two Vermont locations, in Middlebury and Waitsfield. Find the magic of the perfect something. For You. For Them. For Home. For Life. 44 Main Street, Middlebury. 802-528-7980. www.theaddisonwest.com

MAriOn’S plACe

You never know what you'll find! An everchanging selection from the practical to the sublime. Vintage & collectibles, new & used clothing, housewares, furniture, and more! 334 Boardman Street, Middlebury. 802-388-2522.

MAple lAndMArk WOOdCrAft

Home of the NameTrains, fine hand-crafted gifts, games, and décor. Locally made for 40+ years! Check our website for availability of our factory tours. Showroom open weekdays 8 am-5 pm; Saturday 9 am-4 pm. 1297 Exchange Street, Middlebury. 802-388-0627. www.maplelandmark.com

MiddleBury frAMe ShOp

Over 45 years of framing experience! Large selection of moldings and archival materials. Ready-made frames in standard and unusual sizes. Browse original art in our gallery! 656 Exchange Street, Middlebury. 802-388-6000. www.middleburyframeshop.com

Otter Creek uSed BOOkS

An open shop featuring an eclectic mix of paperback to hardcover, used and antiquarian. Experience a used bookstore as they once were. Open Tuesday–-Saturday, 10-4. 99 Maple Street, Middlebury. 802-388-3241. www.ottercreekusedbooks.com

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the quilterS’ COrner At MiddleBury SeW-n-VAC

Sewing machines and vacuum sales and service. Quilt shop with 2000 bolts of quilting fabric. Sewing & quilting classes, scissor sharpening, sewing notions. Courteous & knowledgeable sales staff. 260 Court Street, Middlebury. 802-388-3559. www.middleburysewnvac.com

SpArrOW Art Supply

Check out the rotating local art gallery and wide range of art supplies at this vibrant downtown art store! Next to Middlebury Falls, downstairs. 52 Main Street, Middlebury. 802-989-7225. @sparrowartsupply www.sparrowartsupply.com

StOne leAf teAhOuSe

Offering over 250 loose leaf teas sourced from tea garden to cup, plus our famous Chai. Expansive teaware selection and knowledgeable staff to guide you to your cup of tea! 111 Maple Street, Middlebury. 802-458-0460. www.stoneleaftea.com

the VerMOnt BOOk ShOp

Continuously in operation since 1949, the Vermont Book Shop has served five generations of readers – from farmers to philosophers – with care and a conscience. 38 Main Street, Middlebury. 802-388-2061. www.vermontbookshop.com

VerMOnt'S OWn

All of Vermont's famous local goods from cheese to chocolate to maple syrup! We make giving the gift of Vermont easy: you choose, we will send, and everyone is happy! 64 Main Streeet, Middlebury. 802-388-7711. www.vtsown.com

MIDDLEBURY IS ORGANIZED AROUND THE MAJESTIC OTTER CREEK FALLS WHICH HAVE PROVIDED POWER IN THIS SHIRE TOWN SINCE 1761. ROUTE 30, ROUTE 7, AND ROUTE 125 ALL CONVERGE IN MIDDLEBURY'S CENTER, BRINGING FARMERS FROM ALL CORNERS OF ADDISON COUNTY TO CONDUCT BUSINESS. NOW ITS YOUR

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ChAMplAin OrChArdS

Offering 150+ varieties of Eco-Certified apples, peaches, pears, plums, cherries & berries. Enjoy our award-winning hard ciders, handmade pies, cider donuts & shop local provisions. 3597 Route 74 West, Shoreham. 802-897-2777. www.champlainorchards.com

WOOdChuCk hArd Cider

Tours, Tastings, & 20 hard ciders on tap! At Woodchuck® we have been crafting America’s original hard cider since 1991. We like it®. 1321 Exchange Street, Middlebury. 802-385-3656. www.woodchuck.com

dOuglAS OrChArdS

Preserving the legacy of one of Vermont’s oldest operating orchards! Offering pickyour-own apples, strawberries, cherries, and raspberries, as well as fresh-pressed cider and local provisions. 1050 Route 74, Shoreham. 802-897-5043. www.douglasorchardsvt.com

SunriSe OrChArdS & fArMStAnd

Owned and operated by the Hodges family for almost 50 years. Quality, flavorful apples grown responsibly. Pick your own and special events throughout the season! 1307 North Bingham Street, Cornwall. 802-989-0694. www.sunriseorchards.com

D OUGLAS ORCHARD S

PICK YOUR OWN & FARM MARKET

PICK-YOUR-OWN & FARMSTAND

OPEN END OF AUGUST THROUGH OCTOBER

THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING LIKE BITING INTO A FRESH APPLE JUST PICKED FROM A TREE. THE CRISP FALL AIR, THE WARM SUNSHINE, AND THE RURAL SETTING ALL WORK TOGETHER TO CREATE WONDERFUL MEMORIES.

SOME OF THE LOCATIONS LISTED HERE OFFER SUMMERTIME BERRY PICKING AND HARVEST TIME PUMPKIN PICKING. BEST OF ALL IS THE OPPORTUNITY TO BRING HOME A JUG OF CIDER AND SOME HOT, SWEET CIDER DONUTS FOR A SPECIAL TREAT!

1307 North Bingham Street, Cornwall

SUNRISEORCHARDS.COM

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Weddings

GET HITCHED

Getting married in Vermont is a dream come true for many couples. The unspoiled landscape, incredible views, and photogenic covered bridges, barns, and country roads all make a destination wedding in our state an easy choice. Below are some of Addison County's professionals to help you navigate your special day!

INNS AND COTTAGES CATERERS

Basin Harbor

Blueberry Hill Inn

Brandon Motor Lodge

Bristol Suites

Common Ground Center

Courtyard by Marriott

Craig Brown House

Dream House Country Inn

Lake Champlain Vacation Rental

Liberty Hill Farm & Inn

The Middlebury Inn

Weddings

Middlebury Sweets Motel

On the Creek B & B

Robert Frost Mountain Cabins

Shoreham Inn

Strong House Inn

Swift House Inn

The Tillerman

Tourterelle Restaurant & Inn

VT B & B at Russell Young Farm

Waterhouses Suites

The Waybury Inn

3 Squares Café

Café Provence

Fire & Ice Restaurant

Greg’s Market & Deli

The Middlebury Inn

Otter Creek Bakery

Park Squeeze

Pratt’s Store & Catering

Rosie’s Restaurant

Sabai Sabai Thai Cuisine

The Tillerman

Tourterelle Restaurant & Inn

Two Brothers Tavern

The Waybury Inn

Getting married anywhere in Addison County is a good idea. The Common Ground Center pictured here, has a unique 65-acre campus on a beautfiul stream with cabins and dining halls reminiscent of summer camps that provides a wonderful family friendly experiece for your special day.

The dining options in Addison County provide a wide variety, from artisinal coffee cafés to down-home diners to the finest French cuisine. Active farms nearby means local chefs source the freshest ingredients. Enjoy a great meal!

Dining At a Glance

3 Squares Café

802-877-2772 | Vergennes

7 South Sandwich Company

802-388-3354 | Middlebury

A & W Drive-In

802-388-2876 | Middlebury

American Flatbread

802-388-3300 | Middlebury

Basin Harbor

802-475-2311 | Vergennes

Black Sheep Bistro

802-877-9991 | Vergennes

Café Provence

802-247-9997 | Brandon

Fire & Ice Restaurant

802-388-7166 | Middlebury

Gourmet Provence

802-247-3002 | Brandon

Grapevine Grille/Drop In Brewing

802-382-TOGO | Middlebury

Greg's Market & Deli

802-989-7651 | Middlebury

Jessica's at Swift House Inn

802-388-9925 | Middlebury

Dining At a Glance

Morgan's Tavern at Middlebury Inn

802-388-4961 | Middlebury

Otter Creek Bakery

802-388-3371 | Middlebury

Otter East Bakery & Deli

802-989-7220 | East Middlebury

Park Squeeze

802-877-9962 | Vergennes

Pratt's Country Store

802-758-2323 | Bridport

Rockers Pizzeria

802-870-7341 | Vergennes

Rosie's Restaurant

802-388-7052 | Middlebury

Sabai Sabai Thai Cuisine

802-989-7376 | Middlebury

The Tillerman

802-643-2237 | Bristol

Tourterelle Restaurant & Inn

802-453-6309 | New Haven

Two Brothers Tavern

802-388-0002 | Middlebury

Waybury Inn

802-388-4015 | East Middlebury

Dining

Sandwich Co.

1396 Rt. 7 South, Middlebury 802-388-3354•7southsandwich.com

VERMONT PUNCHES WAY ABOVE ITS WEIGHT IN PER CAPITA LOCAL FOOD PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION. NEARLY ALL RESTAURANTS GO OUT OF THEIR WAY TO USE LOCALLYSOURCED PRODUCTS WHEREVER POSSIBLE. FOR MORE INFO ON LOCAL GROWERS AND FARMS, VISIT ACORNVT.COM.

3 SquAreS CAfé

Eclectic American café in downtown Vergennes. Breakfast served until 2 pm and lunch all day. From-scratch baked goods, espresso, and seasonal patio seating. Catering available. 141 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-2772. www.3squarescafe.com

7 SOuth SAndWiCh COMpAny

A local family-owned and operated sandwich shop selling delicious homemade fresh sandwiches, soups, salads and baked goods. Monday–Saturday, 7 am–3 pm; Sunday 8 am–2 pm. Daily specials on Facebook! 1396 Route 7 South, Middlebury. 802-388-3354. www.7southsandwich.com

A & W driVe in

An authentic American dining experience. Rootbeer floats plus burgers, chicken, hot dogs, fries and more “at-your-car service”. One of the last remaining carhops in New England. 1557 Route 7 South, Middlebury. 802-388-2876. www.awrestaurants.com

AMeriCAn flAtBreAd, MiddleBury heArth

All natural, wood-fire baked pizza using local and organic ingredients. Renovated bar featuring craft beer, select wines and classic cocktails. Outdoor and fireside seating. Historic Marble Works, 137 Maple Street, Middlebury. 802-388-3300. www.americanflatbread.com

BASin hArBOr

the red Mill reStAurAnt, ArdeliA'S, MeguMi SuShi & nOrth dOCk dinnerS

A wide variety of dining options, open to the public. Enjoy fresh sushi, or the Full Belly Food Truck for a unique experience. Don't miss North Dock Dinners on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday during summer, with live music and themed buffets. 4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes. 802-475-2311. www.basinharbor.com/dining

BlACk Sheep BiStrO

Chef Michel Mahe's staff welcomes you! A menu prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients, inspired by traditional French flavors. Warm, inviting ambience…relax and enjoy! Your cozy table awaits. 253 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-9991. www.blacksheepbistrovt.com

CAfé prOVenCe

Gourmet cuisine with a casual touch. Dine on our covered outdoor patio! For rehearsal dinners, business meetings, a quick lunch or a lingering dinner. 25 minutes south of Middlebury. 11 Center Street, Brandon. 802-247-9997. www.cafeprovencevt.com

COURTESY 3 SQUARES CAFÉ

Vermont’s Destination Dinner House

Vermont’s Destination Dinner House

Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib

Local Burgers & Sandwiches

26 Seymour Street, Middlebury

802-388-7166 • fireandicerestaurant.com

fire & iCe reStAurAnt

Locally owned since 1974. Vermont’s destination dinner house specializing in steaks, seafood, prime rib and fresh lobster. Craft beer and great burgers in the Big Moose Pub. 26 Seymour Street, Middlebury. 802-388-7166. www.fireandicerestaurant.com

gOurMet prOVenCe BAkery & Wine

Fresh, creative, quality food. Pastries, cakes, elegant desserts. Gourmet cheeses, patés, Vermont specialty products. To-go panini and salads. 100s of domestic and imported wines. 37 Center Street, Brandon.

802-247-3002. www.gourmetprovencevt.com

grApeVine grille/drOp-in BreWery

Home to the American Brewers Guild Brewing School, Drop- In Brewery serves world class beer. 802-989-7414. Amazing lunch & catering from the Grapevine Grill.

802-382-TOGO . One great location: 610 Route 7 South, Middlebury.

greg'S MArket & deli

Fresh produce, custom-butchered meats and legendary customer service. Our expansive deli features breakfast sandwiches, daily lunch specials, pre-packaged homemade salads, and hot foods. 3 Elm Street, Middlebury. 802-989-7651.www.gregsmarkets.com

JeSSiCA’S At SWift hOuSe inn

Exceptional food using local products served in a casual atmosphere. Wine Spectator Best Of Award of Excellence wine selection, full bar, dinners by the fireplace, three dining rooms and deck. Dinner served Wednesday to Sunday 5–8 pm; Breakfast served Monday-Friday 7:30-10 am; Weekends 7:30-10:30 am. 25 Stewart Lane, Middlebury. 802-388-9925. 866-388-9925. www.swifthouseinn.com/dine

MOrgAn'S tAVern At the MiddleBury inn

Offering everything from casual summerdining on the veranda to elegant formal dinner parties in one of our private rooms. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend Brunch.14 Court Square, Middlebury. 802-388-4961. www.middleburyinn.com

Coffee Pastries

Artisan Breads

Sandwiches

and much more

14 College Street, Middlebury

802-388-3371

ottercreekbakery.com

Otter Creek BAkery

A craft bakery and deli focused on quality. Our team uses local ingredients and new ideas to keep our loyal customers coming back year after year! 14 College Street, Middlebury. 802-388-3371.

www.ottercreekbakery.com

COURTESY BASIN HARBOR/ARDELIA'S COURTESY BASIN HARBOR\

Bakery • Catering

Take-Home Deli

51 Ossie Road, East Middlebury 802-989-7220 ottereast.com

Otter eASt BAkery And deli

Breakfast and lunch using the freshest ingredients. Sweets and breads from the Otter Creek Bakery! Vermont and specialty groceries in our Mercantile Store. 51 Ossie Road, East Middlebury. 802-989-7220. www.ottereast.com

pArk Squeeze

On Main Street in historic downtown Vergennes. Bring the family or meet up with friends. Walk-ins welcome…we'll squeeze you in! Also offering curbside takeout. 161 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-9962. www.parksqueeze.com

prAtt’S COuntry StOre

Sandwiches, homemade salads, comfort food, baked goods, party platters, fresh meats, groceries. Catering for a few or a crowd! Open 7 days. We deliver!

2504 VT Route 22A, Bridport. 802-758-2323. www.prattsstore.com

rOSie’S reStAurAnt

A local favorite serving hearty family-style breakfasts, lunches and dinners, fresh beef, seafood, fresh baked pies, children’s menu. Major credit cards accepted…stop by! Route 7 South, Middlebury. 802-388-7052. www.rosiesvt.com

SABAi SABAi thAi CuiSine

East Meets West. Authentic Asian cuisine served in comfortable Vermont atmosphere. Poke rice bowls and daily specials using local ingredients. Fun café for meetings & special events. Closed Tuesdays. 22 Merchants Row, Middlebury. 802-989-7376. www.sabaisabaithai.com

tOurterelle reStAurAnt & inn

5 miles north of Middlebury. Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring Chef/Owner William Snell's seasonal, market-driven "country French cooking with a Vermont twist." Wednesday to Saturday 5:30-9pm. Summer hours Tuesday to Saturday 5:30-9pm. 3629 Ethan Allen Highway, Route 7, New Haven. 802-453-6309. www.TourterelleVT.com

tWO BrOtherS tAVern

Upscale Vermont comfort fare. Full bar with 24 beers on draught. Takeout + seasonal outdoor dining. Please visit our website for our latest hours and offerings. 86 Main Street, Middlebury. 802-388-0002. www.twobrotherstavern.com

WAyBury inn

Perfectly grilled steaks, fresh fish, dietary specials, and comforting Tavern fare. The Inn offers great wines from excellent producers, Vermont craft beers on draft and creative classic cocktails. Route 125, East Middlebury. 802-388-4015. www.wayburyinn.com

WAYBURY INN

Superior Accommodations Vermont Charm • Outstanding Location Route 125, East Middlebury 802-388-4015 info@wayburyinn.com | wayburyinn.com

Won't you stay awhile?

Lodging At a Glance

Basin Harbor

802-475-2311 | Vergennes

Blueberry Hill Inn

802-247-6735 | Goshen

Brandon Motor Lodge

802-247-9594 | Brandon

Bristol Suites

802-453-4065 | Bristol

Common Ground Center

802-453-2592 | Starksboro

Courtyard by Marriott

802-388-7600 | Middlebury

Craig Brown House & Cabin

802-363-5619 | Bridport

DreamHouse Country Inn

802-453-2805 | Bristol

Lake Champlain Rental at Mile Point

802-922-3529 | Vergennes

Liberty Hill Farm & Inn

802-767-3926 | Rochester

Middlebury Inn

802-388-4961 | Middlebury

Whether you’re visiting Addison County for a long weekend‚ extended vacation, or Middlebury College function, the region is home to a variety of lodging properties to fit any style and budget. Check the lodging page on www.addisoncounty.com for complete details, photos, and amenities for every property. If you need assistance in finding a room for a night or a week‚ call us at 802-388-7951.

Lodging At a Glance

Middlebury Sweets Motel

802-388-4518 | Middlebury

On the Creek Suite & Cottage

802-388-6517 | Middlebury

Robert Frost Mountain Cabins

802-388-9090 | Ripton

The Shoreham Inn

802-897-5081 | Shoreham

The Strong House Inn

802-877-3337 | Vergennes

Swift House Inn

802-388-9925 | Middlebury

The Tillerman

802-643-2237| Bristol

VT B&B at Russell Young Farm

802-453-7026 | Bristol

Waterhouses Suites

802-352-4433 | Salisbury

Waybury Inn

802-388-4015 | East Middlebury

Lodging

BASin hArBOr

A quintessential New England resort. Dining, endless recreation, boat club, kids camp and golf. Stay in a tastefully designed lodge building or in one of 74 unique cottages. Everything you need is right here. Enjoy a renewed perspective and just breathe some fresh air. 4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes. 802-475-2311. www.basinharbor.com/accomodations

BlueBerry hill inn

Your inn for all seasons. Skiing, snowshoeing, hiking & biking. Surrounded by National Forest in Moosalamoo Recreation Area. Farm to table dinners. $175-$275. B&B for 2. 1245 Goshen-Ripton Road, Goshen. 802-247-6735. www.blueberryhillinn.com

BrAndOn MOtOr lOdge

Family-owned and operated motel offering a welcoming atmosphere and affordable accomodations! Located just 20 minutes south of Middlebury. Situated on 16 acres with gorgeous mountain views. 2095 Franklin Street (Route 7), Brandon. 802-247-9594. www.brandonmotorlodge.com

BriStOl SuiteS

Comfortable hotel-style rooms and 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites with fully-equipped kitchens in downtown Bristol. Off-street parking, laundry, mini-gym and lobby gift shop. Nightly, weekly, monthly rates. 19 Main Street, Bristol. 802-453-4065; 877-318-6116. www.bristolsuites.com

COMMOn grOund Center

Our 700-acre site offers a balance of natural beauty and unique, ADA-compliant indoor spaces to host conferences, retreats, weddings and group rentals. With capacity for 200 people for a day event, seasonal space for 165 overnight guests, and plenty of things to see and do, everyone’s welcome at CGC. 473 Tatro Road, Starksboro. 802-453-2592. www.cgcvt.org

COurtyArd

By MArriOtt MiddleBury

Courtyard by Marriott Middlebury with Bistro and Starbucks Coffee. Designed to help you relax and re-energize. Since 2003. Enjoy your stay. 309 Court Street, Middlebury. 802-388-7600.

www.middleburycourtyard.com

CrAig BrOWn hOuSe & CABin

Fully equipped vacation house overlooking Lake Champlain. Walk in and relax! Canoes, rowboat, shale beach. Close to Middlebury. Perfect for a family vacation! One-room cabin also available. 53 Way Lane, Bridport. 802-363-5619.

dreAMhOuSe COuntry inn

1852 Gothic Revival Cottage Inn. Gourmet breakfast, private baths, AC, WiFi. Weddings, elopements, tea parties. Middlebury & Vergennes: 15 minutes; Sugarbush & Mad River Glen: 1/2 hour. Highly Rated. 382 Hewitt Road. Bristol. 802-453-2805. www.DreamHouseCountryInn.com

lAke ChAMplAin rentAl At Mile pOint

Enjoy the best of Vermont on Lake Champlain right next to Basin Harbor! Beautifully renovated 1900's cottage with modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry! 19 O'Bryan Lane, Vergennes. 802-922-3529.

liBerty hill fArM & inn

Experience life on a Vermont dairy farm. Milk a cow, feed a calf. Comfortable lodging and farm fresh meals included. Easy access to year-round activities: skiing, mountain biking, hiking, swimming, fishing. 511 Liberty Hill, Rochester. 802-767-3926. www.libertyhillfarm.com

MiddleBury inn

Welcoming travellers to the heart of Middlebury since 1827. Centrally located in our charming, walkable downtown, with Vermont's famous recreational options nearby. Free Wi-fi, a tavern on-site, and passes to a local fitness center. Pet friendly accommodations available. 14 Court Square, Middlebury. 802-388-4961. www.middleburyinn.com

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MiddleBury SWeetS MOtel

A convenient, comfortable, centrally located motel with 9 recently upgraded candy theme rooms—and Vermont's biggest candy store smack dab in the middle of the lobby! 1395 Route 7 South, Middlebury. 802-388-4518. www.middmotel.com

On the Creek the Suite & COttAge

1827 brick house on Otter Creek. Spacious grounds with canoe. 15-20 minute walk to college/town. Self-guided bicycle tours. WiFi. Onsite Level II EV charger. $160$310. 284 Pulp Mill Bridge Road, Middlebury. 802-388-6517. www.onthecreekbedandbreakfast.com

rOBert frOSt MOuntAin CABinS

Charming, artisan-crafted timber frame cabins overlooking the spectacular Green Mountains. Offering all of the contemporary comforts in year-round, short-term or extended stay lodging. 2430 North Branch Road, Ripton. 802-388-9090. www.robertfrostmountaincabins.com

the ShOrehAM inn

1790 Inn on 5 acres in a charming village center. Near Middlebury, Fort Ti, and Lake Champlain. Cozy yet modern! 7 rooms, 3 suites $135 - $275. 51 Inn Road, Shoreham. 802-897-5081. www.shorehaminn.com

the StrOng hOuSe inn

1834 Federal Style Inn. The perfect spot to explore this diverse area. Fourteen individually decorated rooms with private baths, wifi and televisions. Full breakfast served daily. $145-$295. 94 West Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-3337. www.stronghouseinn.com

SWift hOuSe inn

A quintessential Vermont country inn located a short walk from the village center. Full complimentary breakfast. Fireplace, sauna, and steam shower in a variety of rooms. Children and pets welcome. $185-$425. Exceptional fine dining. Serena Kim and Matthew Robinson, hosts. 25 Stewart Lane, Middlebury. 802-388-9925. www.swifthouseinn.com

Vt B&B At ruSSell yOung fArM

Stunning mountain views from our 3-room

B & B or Guest House (sleeps 6-8). Fireside dining, private baths, plush linens, 70 acres of scenic views. 861 Russell Young Road, Bristol. 802-453-7026. www.stayvtbandb.com

WAterhOuSeS SuiteS

5 full-service suites w/ linens and kitchenware. Two 2-bedroom, One 1-bedroom, and 2 studio apartments. Great views of Lake Dunmore and Moosalamoo. Beach, marina and hiking trails. 9 miles from Middlebury. Open all year! $199-$279. 937 West Shore Road, Salisbury. 802-352-4433. www.waterhouseshouse.com

WAyBury inn

A historic country Inn with guest rooms, from $175 to $330. Breakfast included in rate. Enjoy exploring the mountains or the beckoning of shops and museums. Excellent dinners with great cuisine and a complete bar. Route 125, East Middlebury. 802-388-4015. info@wayburyinn.com; www.wayburyinn.com.

ChAMplAin VAlley prOpertieS

Champlain Valley Properties Realtors know the Addison County real estate market well and enjoy working with Buyers and Sellers. 70 Court Street, Middlebury. 802-989-7522. fostergroup@comcast.net; www.champlainvalleyproperty.net

BentOn reAl eStAte ApprAiSerS

Serving Addison County since 1981 with professional appraisal services. We specialize in all forms of residential real estate valuation. Certified Residential Appraisers. 300 Main Street, Vergennes. 802-877-2815. www.bentonappraisers.com

BerkShire hAthAWAy hOMeSerViCeS

VerMOnt reAlty grOup

The name Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vermont Realty Group represents a group of the finest real estate professionals in Vermont. The agents at the Middlebury office are experts in the local Addison County area. 32 Merchants Row, Middlebury. 802-388-9836. www.vtregroup.com

ipJ reAl eStAte

Full-service independent residential real estate firm with a reputation for superior customer service. Focused on customers, clients and community, in Addison County and beyond. 34 Main Street, Middlebury. 802-388-4242. www.ipjrealestate.com

re/MAx nOrth prOfeSSiOnAlS

Let our knowledgeable, experienced agents guide you as a buyer or seller in all types of real estate property transactions! Check updates on Facebook and on our website. 101 Court Street, Middlebury. 802-349-8646. www.midvthomes.com

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North Professionals

CASellA WASte SySteMS, inC.

Casella, your local service provider offering Zero-Sort® Recycling and waste solutions for your home, business, school or city. 533 Exchange Street, Middlebury. 800-CASELLA. www.casella.com

ChAMplAin VAlley equipMent

Since 1970, Champlain Valley Equipment has proudly served Vermont. We strive to be a true partner for your agriculture, landscaping, light construction and residential needs. 453 Exchange Street, Middlebury. 802-388-4967. www.champlainvalleyequipment.com

COunty tire Center

Complete under car repair and tires for any make and model, including hybrids. Brakes, exhaust, oil changes, engine diagnostics, suspension, alignments. Free intown shuttle & Wi-Fi! 33 Seymour Street, Middlebury. 802-388-7620. www.countytirecenter.com

COuntrySide CArpet & pAint

Middlebury's source for interior/exterior paint & decorating needs. We have an extensive selection of flooring: Carpet, tile, hardwood, luxury vinyl, laminate, stone, glass, cork, and area rugs. 16 Creek Road, Middlebury. 802-388-6054.

www.countrysidecarpetandpaint.com

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE OTTER CREEK IS THE LONGEST RIVER ENTIRELY CONTAINED WITHIN THE BORDERS OF VERMONT? IT FLOWS ABOUT 112 MILES NORTH FROM MT. TABOR NEAR DORSET TO ITS MOUTH ON LAKE CHAMPLAIN AT FORT CASSIN POINT IN VERGENNES. HYDROPOWER STATIONS AT VERGENNES, WEYBRIDGE, MIDDLEBURY, AND BRANDON HAVE BEEN PRODUCING POWER FOR MORE THAN A CENTURY. ITS FLOODPLAINS PROVIDE EXCEPTIONAL WILDLIFE HABITAT.

deSABrAiS lAundry & dry CleAning

Do it yourself or let us do the laundry for you! Large selection of dryer and washer sizes. Services: Dry cleaning, shirts, same day wash, dry fold service; wedding gowns., leather, rugs, professional & bulk service. 1232 Exchange Street, Middlebury. 802-388-9079.

diStinCtiVe pAint And interiOrS

Addison county's top retailer for Tile, Paint, Flooring and Window Treatments. Let us take care of you! Stop by and see out showroom today! 1396 Rte. 7 South, Middlebury. 802-388-2500. www.distinctivepaintvt.com

rAndy’S MiddleBury SerViCe Center

For all your preventive maintenance needs including tires, oil changes, brakes, shocks, struts, batteries, exhaust, tune-ups, and safety inspections. In town shuttle available. 44 North Pleasant Street, Route 7, Middlebury. 802-388-2067. The “go to” place for home and office décor 16 Creek Rd,

Campgrounds At A Glance

Campgrounds

VERMONT STATE PARKS GENERAL INFORMATION: 802-241-3655. RESERVATIONS: 888-409-7579. WWW.VTSTATEPARKS.COM

Branbury State Park 5/12–Indigenous People's Day. 3570 Lake Dunmore Road, Route 53, Salisbury. 802-247-5925.

Button Bay State Park Memorial Day–Indigenous People's Day. 5 Button Bay State Park Road, Vergennes. 802-475-2377.

D.A.R. State Park Memorial Day–Labor Day. 6750 Vermont Route 17, Addison. 802-759-2354.

Kingsland Bay State Park Memorial Day–Indigenous People's Day. Day recreation only. 787 Kingsland Bay State Park Road, Ferrisburgh. 802-877-3445.

Silver Lake Campground Year-round. A small, primitive campground accessible by hiking 0.6 miles down the Goshen Trail or the Service Road. Goshen. 802-388-4362.

Moosalamoo Area Campground Memorial Day–Indigenous People's Day. This national recreation area of almost 16,000 acres has two campgrounds. Visit the US Forest Service Station for more information. 99 Ranger Road, Rochester. 802-767-4261. www.fs.usda.gov/greenmountain

Mt. Philo State Park Memorial Day–Indigenous People's Day. Drive up to the top for a beautiful view. Hike or snowshoe up when the road to the top is closed. 5425 Mt. Philo Road, Charlotte. 802-425-2390.

Waterhouses Campground & Marina

On Lake Dunmore with beach, store, pub, boat rentals and more. May–October.

76 campsites. 946 West Shore Road, Salisbury. 802-352-4433. www.waterhouses.com

Lying at the base of central Vermont's Mt. Moosalamoo, Lake Dunmore is the gateway to Green Mountain National Forest. This sparkling lake is proof that you can have your vacation at the mountain and on the water at the same time. The lake functions as water storage for a hydropower dam several miles downstream. Vermont Fish and Wildlife keeps it well-stocked, to the delight of visitors and residents alike.

Green Mountain National Forest borders the lake—more than 400,000 acres of wilderness to explore. Branbury State Park offers public access with a boat launch, a beach and recreation area, and some campsites on the east side of the lake. Waterhouses is a full-service marina and campground on the southwest side of the lake, with lodging, restaurant, beach, marine store, and rentals for every kind of vessel. There are many vacation homes available to rent for a week or for the entire season.

Addison County is full of public recreation areas situated close the gorgeous natural features of the landscape. From Lake Champlain, to ADA-accessible views available at Mt. Philo State Park, each park is worth visiting. Pictured is Lake Dunmore from Rattlesnake Cliffs, above Branbury State Park.

Branbury State Park, on Lake Dunmore, is popular for its sandy beach and its proximity to the 36,000 acre Moosalamoo Recreation Area. It provides an exceptional opportunity to get out on the water. Moderate hikes offer exceptional views like this one.

Popular activities include every kind of watersport, hiking, mountain biking, road biking, and bird-watching. Some of the most popular hikes in Addison County are adjacent to a lake or stream; find them in this guide on page 26-26. Triathletes practice for a yearly competition held in the fall at Branbury State Park.

In winter, fishermen can walk to their favorite hotspot rather than boat: ice fishing is a great way to defy a cold Vermont winter. Of course, winter also means crosscountry and downhill skiing, snowmobiling and hunting -- there is something for everyone in every season.

Lake Dunmore is located 8.5 miles from Middlebury and 7.5 miles from Brandon. Both towns have thriving arts organizations. Middlebury's Town Hall Theater and Middlebury College's Mahaney Center for the Arts, along with the many galleries and volunteer-led arts organizations in both towns have a full schedule in the coming year. Check the Addison County Chamber of Commerce website for more information. www.addisoncounty.com

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SUMMER EVENINGS!

LIVE MUSIC

Music at The Tillerman 6-9 pm. Wednesdays, June-August. Live music in the historic barn. Bristol. thetillermanvt.org

Women in Music Series 6 pm. June 27; July 15; Aug 4. Lincoln Peak Winery, New Haven. townhalltheater.org

Golden Hour Concert Series at Basin Harbor 7-9 pm. Wednesdays, June 21– August 30. North Dock. Free admission and open to the public. basinharbor.com

Foodaroo 4-8 pm. June 25. Music & food festival. RiverFront Park, MarbleWorks, Middlebury. foodaroo.org

Vergennes City Band 7-8:30 pm. Mondays, late June to mid-August. Bandstand on the Green. vergennespartnership.com

Bristol Band 7-8:30 pm. Town Green. Wednesdays, late June through August. bristolvt.org

OUTDOOR MOVIES

Movies at The Tillerman 7:30 pm Thursdays, June-August. In the historic barn. thetillermanvt.com

Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival Sunset Series 7:30 pm. August 2-6. Swift House Inn. middfilmfest.org

The Shoreham Covered Bridge Depot Road, Shoreham, is one of only two covered railroad bridges still standing in Vermont. It has Howe Trusses, which combine metal rods with wood, and reflects the type of construction used for most railroad bridges. From Middlebury: 11 miles south on Route 30 to Whiting 4 Corners, 2.8 miles toward Shoreham, then .7 mile on East Shoreham Road.

The Halpin Covered Bridge Halpin Road, Middlebury, is located over a natural waterfall and is the highest bridge above a streambed in Vermont. From Middlebury: 1.3 miles on Washington Street Ext., 1.6 miles north on Halpin Road, then .3 miles east on the dirt Halpin Covered Bridge Road. Please respect the private driveway!

EVENTS ALL YEAR

Foal Days 10 am-2 pm. Every Saturday in June. UVM Morgan Horse Farm. Weybridge. uvm.edu/morgan

Henry Sheldon Museum 10 am-4 pm. Wednesdays–Saturdays. Unseen Neighbors: Community, History & Collage; From Homemade to “Couture”: Fashion in Historic Middlebury,1800s-1930s; Variety Sew: A Sampling of Textile Tools and Devices; Stellar Stitching: 19th Century Vermont Samplers; New Acquisitions. Middlebury. henrysheldonmuseum.org.

Pocock Rocks 3-8 pm. June 17. Bristol. The venerable street fair returns with a great lineup and food. bristolcore.org

Abenaki Heritage Weekend 10 am-4 pm. June 17 & 18. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Vergennes. lccm.org

Vergennes Junior Fishing Derby 5 am-9 pm. June 23 & 24. Vergennes Falls Basin. vergennesvt.myrec.com

Vergennes Independence Day Fireworks 8-10 pm. July 3. Vergennes Union High School. vergennespartnership.com

Bristol Independence Day July 3: Army Festival Band & Fireworks; July 4: Parade & races. Town Green. bristol4th.com

St. Stephen’s Peasant Market 9 am-1 pm. July 8. Middlebury Town Green. ststephensmidd.org

Middlebury Festival on the Green 7 pm. July 9-15. Free music series on the town green. festivalonthegreen.org

Sunset Film Series 7:30 pm. August 1-5. Middlebury. Five Barry Levinson films at the Swift House Inn. townhalltheater.org

Vermont Days 10 am-2:30 pm. August 5. Weybridge. Morgan horse versatility at landmark farm. uvm.edu/morgan

Champlain Philharmonic Orchestra 6 pm. August 6. Free! New Haven. Lincoln Peak Vineyard. townhalltheater.org

Addison County Field Days 8 am-10pm. August 8-12. Addison County Fair Grounds. Traditional, agricultural-based county fair with 4-H competitions, carnival rides, and tractor pulls. addisoncountyfielddays.com

Downtown Block Party 12-4 pm. July 28. Middlebury. Fantastically family friendly event. experiencemiddlebury.com

Middlebury New Film Festival August 23-27. 5 days, 6 screens, 125+ films. Panels, special guests. middfilmfest.org

Vergennes Day 10 am-3 pm. August 26. Festival to celebrate the Little City. vergennesday.com

Bread & Puppet Theater 5 pm. September 1. Hancock. Vermont-based, entertaining, politically radical puppet theater on tour visits the Middlebury area . Middlebury Snow Bowl. townhalltheater.org

Collections Corner Show & Tell 11am-1pm. September 2. Vergennes. Wondering what that dusty object you've kept in your barn is worth? Bring your treasures to be evaluated by experts at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. lcmm.org

Kelly Brush Ride 8 am. September 9. Middlebury. Annual bike ride to benefit adaptive athletes. kellybrushfoundation.org

Bristol Harvest Festival 10 am-4 pm. Food, music, crafts. September 23. Bristol Town Green. bristolharvestfest.com

The Pulp Mill Covered Bridge Seymour Street, Middlebury, spans the town lines of Middlebury and Weybridge. It is a two-lane bridge of three spans and one of only six remaining in the United States. Built in the 1850s, it was fully restored in 2012. From Middlebury: .7 miles north on Route 23, then .4 miles on Pulp Mill Bridge Road.

The Spade Farm Covered Bridge is located on private property on Route 7 in Ferrisburgh. It was most likely built in the 1850s and moved approximately three miles from its original site in 1959. From Middlebury: 15 miles north. On Route 7 in Ferrisburgh next to Vermont Flannel Co.

Middlebury Car Show & Fall Festival 10 am-4 pm. October 15. Downtown Middlebury. Featuring 75 classic cars, 60+ vendors, food, live music, children's games and activities, and giveaways. addisoncounty.com

Middlebury Maple Run 9 am. November 5. Half-marathon, relay, and 3-mile fun run. middleburymaplerun.com

Morgan Horse Raffle 10 am-2 pm. October 29. Weybridge. Unique opportunity to own a special breed. uvm.edu/morgan

Spooktacular Late October. Trick or Treat in downtown Middlebury! experiencemiddlebury.com

Turkey Trot 12 pm. November 20. Middlebury. Burn off those calories before you even sit down. middleburyfitness.com

Vergennes Holiday Stroll 8 am-5 pm. December 2. Santa, storytime, treats! vergennespartnership.com

Henry Sheldon Museum Annual Holiday Train Exhibit Early December- early January. henrysheldonmuseum.org

Very Merry Middlebury Month of December. Celebrate the holidays downtown! experiencemiddlebury.com

Bristol's Cool Yule Month of December. Variety of festivities to celebrate the season. bristolcore.com

Midd Night Stroll 5 -8 pm. December 7 and December 14. Middlebury. experiencemiddlebury.com

The Halpin Bridge

The Shoreham Covered Railroad Bridge

© PHOTO CREDITS, FROM TOP: TRISTAN NAULT; JOE NELSON; ; ADOBE STOCK; CAROL HIGHSMITH

The Pulp Mill Bridge

The Spade Farm Bridge Addison County Chamber of Commerce