Trail Talk

This past weekend finally brought a taste of that nearly-summer weather, and my housemates and I decided to take advantage by planning a day outdoors!To be honest, when planning this day, I didn’t start off with picking the hike. My friend had…

May 24, 2021

Trail Suggestions, Upper Valley (VT/NH), Using Trail Finder

Trails in a New Light: A Guide to Sunrise and Sunset Hikes

Sunrise and sunset hikes may be the most underrated type of hiking you can do. They can be short and done during non-working hours, each one is entirely unique, and you are out during the most beautiful times of day. Sunrise and sunset hikes are also…

May 3, 2021

Trail Suggestions, Upper Valley (VT/NH)

April Showers Bring...Dog Poop?

This Trail Talk post was created in conjunction with Nature Groupie – check out their post on Stewardship Actions here! There’s nothing worse than going for a stroll down your favorite trail, breathing in the fresh spring air, when you suddenly…

April 12, 2021

Recreate Responsibly, Stewardship

Busy Busy Busy: Popular Trails in a Pandemic

Trails around the country have experienced record-setting use in 2020. With COVID-19 limiting indoor gatherings, people have flocked to the outdoors. In order to curb some of the effects of increased usage while also ensuring that people can safely…

December 15, 2020

COVID-19 Information, Recreate Responsibly, Stewardship, Using Trail Finder

Winter is Wonderful

As snow begins to blanket the hills and mountains of New England, it may be tempting to hole up inside next to the wood stove with a book or a movie. However, there is no reason to think of winter as the “indoor season.” In many respects, it is…

December 10, 2020

Central Vermont, Northeast Kingdom (VT), Trail Suggestions, Winter Adventures

The Considerate Skier

During the pandemic it’s more important than ever that we get outside, for the sake of both our physical and mental health. As we head into a winter with COVID-19, what we need is a fun family-friendly way to enjoy the great outdoors, that will…

December 7, 2020

COVID-19 Information, Recreate Responsibly, Winter Adventures

Wild Willoughby: Where to Hike

The iconic cliffs of Mounts Pisgah and Hor over Lake Willoughby are visible from many miles away, signalling the entrance to Vermont’s enigmatic and remote Northeast Kingdom. Anticipating a secluded hike up Mount Pisgah and into Vermont’s deepest…

December 2, 2020

Northeast Kingdom (VT), Trail Suggestions

The Considerate Walker

One of the most difficult consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic is the separation it has caused among friends and families. With physical distancing and stay-at-home orders, we spend much more time secluded in our homes and much less time around…

November 30, 2020

COVID-19 Information, Recreate Responsibly

Accessible Adventures

Whether you are looking for a moment of tranquility, a chance to catch a glimpse of elusive wildlife or the opportunity to breathe fresh air, there is a place on trails for everyone. As people of all abilities seek outdoor experiences, trail managers…

November 25, 2020

Accessibility, Burlington Area (VT), Central Vermont, Champlain Valley (VT), Northeast Kingdom (VT), Southern Vermont, Trail Suggestions