NATURE NURTURES Time spent exploring the abundant nature around the resort offers an excellent segue from daily life to vacation mode. Whether that means heading out for a guided walk to learn about native flora and fauna, paddling a scenic stretch of the Lamoille River while searching for busy beavers, or trekking a trail alongside a fleet of furry llamas, playing outside is a great way for everyone in the family to slow down and reconnect. For a unique experience, go for a stroll with local herbalist Kelley Robie of Horsetail Herbs and learn how common plants and weeds can be turned into rejuvenating balms, tinctures, and teas. “Taking a walk in the woods to identify a new plant can be both rejuvenating and de-stressing,” says Robie. “When we immerse our senses of sight, sound, touch, and smell, it can instantly transport us to the present moment.”
Top Tip: Resist the impulse to dive headlong into the activities guide the moment you arrive. Instead, change gears slowly and do something as a family that engages the senses and allows everyone to become fully immersed in the present moment.
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