Mike Finnegan

Trail Talk

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

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

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

Reflective Rambles: Hikes along VT's Finest Ponds

“A lake is a landscape's most beautiful and expressive feature. It is Earth's eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature.” ― Henry David Thoreau, Walden Vermont’s lakes and ponds are jewels on the landscape…

November 23, 2020

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