Directory of Activities (by town)

Vermont Farm Tours: 922-7346 CULINARY TOURS
          VFT offers personal tours and tastings led by local food and wine expert, Chris Howell. (Chris@VermontFarmTours.com)

Walking Tours of Southern Vermont: Arlington 375-1141 TOURS
          Inn to Inn walking and hiking tours with van support. May thru October.

Norman Rockwell Exhibition and Gift Shop: Arlington 375-6423 MUSEUM
          Housed in Rockwell's hometown, gallery displays Saturday Evening Post covers, illustrations, ads, large prints.

Green Mountain Flyer: Bellows Falls 463-3069 TOURS
          Climb aboard & journey scenic southern Vermont in restored coaches pulled by vintage diesels.

Park McCullough House: Bennington 442-5541 MUSEUM
          An 1865 Victorian House, original furnishings and carriage formal gardens, carriage house, museum shop.

Bennington Museum and Grandma Moses Gallery: Bennington 447-1571 MUSEUM
          World's largest Collection of Grandma Moses paintings; Bennington pottery, military artifacts, antique touring car, paintings,furniture, tools toys and dolls.

Sue Z Cues Games & Brews: Bennington 888-708-6297 or 447-8558 GAMES
          Upscale pool hall and gameroom with full bar and food. Open late 7 days. (sales@suezcues.com)

Kayak Fishing of VT: Berlin 309-1225 KAYAK FISHING
          Offering guided kayak fishing trips in and around Central Vermont using sit-on-top kayaks. (vtkayakfisherman@yahoo.com)

North Country Sno-Tours: Bondville 800-447-1769 TOURS
          Snowmobile tours through the Green Mountain National Forest.

Maple View Farm Alpacas: Brandon 247-5412 ALPACAS
          Scenic 100 acre farm in western Vermont with beautiful alpacas and alpaca products. www.mapleviewfarmalpacas.com (info@mapleviewfarmalpacas.com)

Whole Music Learning: Brandon 345-1714 MUSIC
          Play music when you play the drums. Percussionist and drummer Rob Zollman wrote the book. www.wholemusiclearning.com (drummerrob@wholemusiclearning.com)

My Turn!: Brattleboro 254-8030 GAMES
          Play and rent board games Thursdays at The River Garden. Starts 7:30 pm. $6. (myturngames@hotmail.com)

Mystic Meadow Alpacas: Brattleboro 257-4421 ALPACAS
          We extend a very warm welcome to visit us so you can see the wonderful alpaca lifestyle and what it can do for you. www.mysticmeadowalpacas.com. (contact@mysticmeadowalpacas.com)

Belle of Brattleboro Cruise Boat: Brattleboro 257-7563 TOURS
          Scenic cruises on the Connecticut River. (marina@sover.net)

Let's Dance: Brattleboro 348-6671 BALLROOM DANCING
          Fridays, 7-10 pm, ballroom dancing with lesson at The Church in Brattleboro, corner Main and Grove. www.letsdancesovt.org (silver44@copper.net)

Horse Carriage Rides: Brattleboro 603-256-3190 CARRIAGE RIDES
          Fancy horse drawn carriages for weddings, proms, anniversaries. We accept MC/Visa/AmEx (stevenscarriage@yahoo.com)

Womens Film Festival: Brattleboro FILM FESTIVAL
          Entertaining and enlightening films celebrating women. Silent auction of local women’s art. Filmakers will share experiences. (wff@sover.net)

Ascutney Mountain Resort: Brownsville 484-7711 SKI RESORT
          Great family ski area with 56 trails, 95% snowmaking and a 10 acre learning area. www.ascutney.com. (info@ascutney.net)

Find and Go Seek: Burlington 233-9709 KIDS
          Helping families to discover what to do and see in northern Vermont. www.findandgoseek.net (dana@findandgoseek.net)

Kids VT: Burlington 865-0272 FAMILY ACTIVITIES
          Providing parents with ideas and resources for planning family fun, including Vermont-wide event listings. (info@kidsvt.com)

Vermont Wildflower Farm: Charlotte 425-3641 WILDFLOWER FARM
          The East's No. 1 Wildflower Seed and Gift Center. 6 acres of Wildflower gardens open to public. (vermontwildflowerfarm@yahoo.com)

Husky Hill Outfitters: Chelsea 685-4316 TOURS
          Dogsled Adventures! 1 hour rides and full day trips, complete with a campfire lunch. girdogsled/@aol.com

SongYard: Chester 376-7163 PLAYSPACE
          A drop-in Waldorf-inspired indoor playspace, party room rental and used children's clothing store. Open 7 days.(thesongyard@gmail.com)

Vermont Fishing Tours: Claremont, NH (603) 542-4786 FISHING
          Drift boat, canoe and wade fishing trips for fly and spin anglers of all ages, abilities and preferences in Vermont and New Hampshire. www.vermontfishingtours.com. (mewing@interdial.net)

Victory Sports: Colchester 862-0963 SCUBA DIVING
          Visit Vermont's Historic Underwater Preserve. Boat Charters led by experienced/knowledgeable Divemasters. (vtscuba@aol.com)

Mountain View Ranch: Danby 293-5837 HORSEBACK RIDING & SLEIGH RIDES
          Beautiful family run ranch offers horseback trailrides, lessons, riding camps, sleigh rides, pony rides. www.mountainviewranch.biz. (riding@mountainviewranch.biz)

Beartown News: Dorset 867-2237 HUMOR
          Vermont facts, fiction, funny pictures and sounds. To be enjoyed by Vermonters and Flatlanders alike! (dernc@sover.net)

Vermont Fly Fishing Guide: Dorset 867-4103 FLYFISHING GUIDE SERVICE
          Personalized flyfishing guide service and outfitter in Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, and Labrador. Orvis endorsed guide. All equipment available and on-stream instruction a specialty. (Pbasta@sover.net)

Dorset Players Inc: Dorset 867-5570 THEATRE
          The Dorset Players is Dorset's own community theater founded in 1927. We offer four productions a year, fall, holiday, winter and spring. Call our office to obtain details. We hope to see you there! (ctutor@vermontel.net)

Pioneer Learning Centers: East Dorset 362-4273 INSTRUCTION
          Offering workshops, classes, and seminars. Topics include cooking, antiques, computers, art, and business seminars. (pioneer@sover.net)

Dream Quilt: East Dummerston 257-0262 QUILTING
          Quilting workshops and custom made quilts in all sizes. (drmqlt@sover.net)

Orrgle Hill Farm: Essex Junction 879-5469 FARM TOURS
          Orrgle Hill Farm is a small family farm, selling seasonal items and offering barnyard tours. Come visit with llamas, donkeys, pygmy goats, pot-belly pigs, sheep, and many chickens! Also offering children's programs and birthday parties. www.orrglehillfarm.com (orrglehillfarm@aol.com)

Full Blown Motorcycle Tours: Greenville, NH 603-878-4869 MOTORCYCLE TOURS
          Fully guided and custom self-guided motorcycle tours specializing in New England. fullblowntours.com. (mail@fullblowntours.com)

Valley Stage: Huntington 434-4563 MUSIC FESTIVAL
          A family music festival held annually in August. Great music and food in the beautiful Huntington Valley. (don@valleystage.net)

Charlie Horse Sleigh & Carriage Rides: Hyde Park 888-2804 SLEIGH & CARRIAGE RIDES
          We offer private and group rides in sleigh, carriage, or wagon. We also have other fun things to do such as sledding, tubing, snowshoeing and more. Check out our website at www.charliehorserides.com. (anthony@charliehorserides.com)

Brighton Snowmobile Club: Island Pond 723-4316 SNOWMOBILING
          Official Website. Online Trail Reports, forums, local information. Award winning trails! www.brightonsnowmobile.org. (webmaster@brightonsnowmobile.org)

Summerhill Alpacas Ltd: Jacksonville 368-7016 ALPACAS
          A scenic farm in southern Vermont with beautiful alpacas for sale and breeding. Visitors and curious people welcome! www.summerhillalpacas.com. (info@summerhillalpacas.com)

North River Winery: Jacksonville 368-7557 TOURS
          Taste award winning wines at one of the most scenic wineries in the East.

Great Outdoors Adventure Tours: Killington 800-345-5182 TOURS
          We guarantee that you will be better served on our bike tours than with any other company. (cortina1@aol.com)

Stream And Brook Fly Fishing: Killington 800-451-6108 FISHING
          Guided Fly Fishing, Fishing Clinics, Fish for trout in the beautiful lakes and streams of Vermont. www.streamandbrook.com. (cortina1@aol.com)

Vermont Golf Vacations: Killington 800-451-6108 GOLF
          Play 15 Vermont courses from 1 location in Killington, VT at Cortina Inn and Resort. www.cortinainn.com/golf.html (cortina1@aol.com)

Killington Tennis at Cortina Inn and Resort: Killington 800-451-6108 TENNIS
          Tennis camp for adults and juniors with 5 hours of instruction, lodging and meals. www.killingtontennis.com (cortina1@aol.com)

Peace Pups Dogsledding: Lake Elmore 888-7733 DOGSLEDDING
          Small Siberian Husky kennel offering dog scooter lessons, skijor lessons, dog sled rides, dog cart rides, and summer Vermont bicycle tours. (ken@peacepupsdogsledding.com)

Vermont State Dance Festival: Lyndonville 626-1356 DANCE
          Day long festival for teenagers to learn from professionals and perform for the public in the evening. (rebecca.mcgregor@lyndoninstitute.org)

Southern Vermont Art Center: Manchester 362-1405 MUSEUM
          Gallery/museum in National Historic Trust mansion. Changing exhibitions display art to view & to buy. (manchadv@sover.net)

Hildene: Manchester 362-1788 MUSEUM
          Robert Todd Lincoln's home, authentically restored and furnished.

American Museum of Flyfishing: Manchester 362-3300 MUSEUM
          Featuring rods, reels, flies and other unique items including tackle of many famous Americans.

Murray, Thomas: Manchester 362-4700 TENNIS
          Private and group lessons for juniors and adults at the Equinox Hotel. Instruction open to the public. (TMurr@aol.com)

Backroad Discovery Tours: Manchester 362-4997 TOURS
          Discover what makes our area so unique! Not your "typical tour". Limited to 6 passengers. www.backroaddiscovery.com (bckrddisc@aol.com)

Dancing with Molly: Manchester 362-5534 DANCE
          Ballroom dance lessons.

Battenkill Angler Fly Fishing Guide Service: Manchester 379-1444 FLYFISHING GUIDE SERVICE
          Personalized guided trips based on a lifetime of experience fishing the rivers of Southern Vermont and the Catskills. (tom@battenkillangler.com)

Vermont Carriage Tours: Manchester 447-1769 TOURS
          Antique 2-seater or group sleigh rides in a 12-seater.

Battenkill Sports Bicycle Shop: Manchester 800-340-2734 BICYCLING
          Renting, Selling, Servicing bicycles in beautiful Southwest Vermont since 1972. Our highly qualified staff is ready to help you enjoy your Vermont bike riding experience.

Manchester Maple Leaf Half Marathon & 5K Race: Manchester 800-362-4144 MARATHON
          Race through beautiful Southern Vermont to benefit Lions Club Charities. (info@manchestervtmapleleaf.com)

Vermont Fishing Trips: Manchester 800-682-0103 FISHING
          Fly and spin fishing guides for Trout, Bass, Pike. All equipment provided. Beginners are welcome. www.vermontfishingtrips.com. (ckashner@msn.com)

Southern Vermont Natural History Museum: Marlboro 464-0048 MUSEUM
          This fascinating and little-known museum contains over 600 birds and mammals found in New England.

Vermont Soapworks Factory Outlet & Soap Museum: Middlebury 388-4302 SOAP MUSEUM
          Take a fun and educational visit and see how natural soap is made. (natural@vermontsoap.com)

Moonlight Festival: Milton 893-9966 FESTIVAL
          Body Mind Spirit Festival. (moonlightgiftshoppe@yahoo.com)

Green Mountain Rug School: Montpelier 223-1333 RUG HOOKING SCHOOL
          One of largest rug hooking camps in the country, held annually in June at Vermont Technical College in Randolph. (www.GreenMountainHookedRugs.com)

E-Lounge: Mount Snow 464-2200 VIDEO GAMES & INTERNET
          E-Lounge offers internet access & Xbox Live videos games. For only $20, kids can hang out for up to 3 hours playing Xbox, IM'ing their friends online or just surfing the net (parental controls in place). They can order in delicious brick over pizza from next door and have a cold drink on us! (info@e-lounge.net)

New England Jams: MUSIC FORUM
          A discussion forum for live music fans, bands and venues in New England. (damien@readyramps.com)

WildWood Acres Alpacas: Newfane 365-7053 FARM
          A beautiful alpaca farm in Southern Vermont. Come visit these quiet animals and see all of their wonderful products. (bellawolf@hotmail.com)

Missisquoi Valley Arabians: Newport 334-8560 HORSES
          We are an all breed boarding facility that breeds Arabian & pinto Horses. We give wagon and sleigh rides also. Please visit our website for more information, www.mvarabians.com. (mvarabians@hotmail.com)

MAC Center for the Arts: Newport 744-9991 ART CENTER
          Gallery, Performance, VT Product and Craft Shop, Classes, Coffee Cafe. (memphremagogarts@pshift.com)

Upper Valley Swing Dance Network: Norwich 603-643-5341 DANCE
          Monthly dances, weekly swing dance classes, DJ services, wedding dance lessons. www.uvswingdance.net (dance@uvswingdance.net)

Vital Spark Performance Art Group: Pawlet 325-2603 DANCE THEATER
          A multidisciplinary ensemble integrating dance, theater and visual art for traditional and experimental venues. (elschmidt1@earthlink.net)

Allen, Jack: Peru 824-5110 FISHING
          Fly Fishing Guide service.

Bromley Ski Area: Peru 824-5522 SKIING
          Downhill skiing at Southern Vermont's only South facing ski slopes.

Peak Survival: Pittsfield 345-2073 SURVIVAL COURSES
          Teaching you the skills you need to survive alone in the wild. (peaksurvival@gmail.com)

Lake St. Catherine Country Club: Poultney 287-9341 GOLF
          18 holes of golfing enjoyment in the Lakes Region of Vermont. $20 Greens Fees (Weekdays), $27 (Weekends/Holidays). Economical Memberships available for Singles, Families and Students. Men's, Women's, Couples Get-togethers. Snack Bar, Lounge, Pro Shop. Call 802-287-4060 (out-of-season)

Living the Dream Alpaca Farm: Quechee 802-490-8329 ALPACA FARM
          Visit with lovable alpacas while enjoying some great shopping. (livingthedreamalpacafarm@yahoo.com)

Horses For Hire: Rawsonville 297-1468 SLEIGH RIDES
          Wonderful winter sleigh rides. Located in the heart of Vermont's Green Mountains. Open daily, December thru March. Group and private rides available. (horseforhire@aol.com)

Dance With Shelly: Readsboro 423-9972 DANCE
          Jazz, tap and ballet classes for all ages. Special dance workshops and events too! (shelly@dancewithshelly.com)

Green Mountain Bikes: Rochester 767-4464 BICYCLING
          Best bike service north of anywhere. Sales Service, MTB tours. www.greenmountainbikes.com (offthepigs@yahoo.com)

Green Mountain Marina: Rockingham 463-4973 BOATS
          Boat, Motor & Trailer Sales & Service, Winterization, Shrink Wrapping & Storage, Boat & Canoe Rentals. Dock Rentals. VT Hunting & Fishing Licenses. Full service marina dealer. (gmmarina@adelphia.net)

Merck Forest & Farmland Center: Rupert 394-7836 OUTDOORS
          Over 30 miles of hiking, snowshoeing, cross country ski trails, rustic cabins, beautiful views. (info@merckforest.org)

Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center: Rutland 773-3343 ROCK CLIMBING
          Indoor Rock Climbing Center, 8,000 square feet of climbing. Beginners welcome. ONE STOP ADVENTURE CENTER. 223 Woodstock Ave, Rutland. www.VermontClimbing.com (gmrcc@adelphia.net)

Downtown Farmers Market: Rutland 866-766-7236 FARMERS MARKET
          Plants, vegetables, local produce. unique handcrafts, specialty foods, baked goods, a bit of everything!! (michele@rutlandcountyfarmersmarket.org)

Vermont Adventure Tours: Rutland/Killington/Smuggler's Notch 773-3343 ADVENTURE
          One Stop Adventure Shop specializing in rock/ice climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, mountaineering, and snowshoeing, all beginners welcome. www.VermontAdventureTours.com (info@vermontadventuretours.com)

Auclair's Riding Ranch: Shelburne 238-6964 HORSEBACK RIDING
          We offer riding instruction, boarding, after-school, camps, indoor & outdoor arenas, birthday parties, and more! (heather@auclairsridingranch.com)

Schirmer's Fly Shop: South Burlington 863-6105 FLY FISHING
          Outfitting, Guiding, Instruction. We help you attain your fly fishing dreams. (schirmersflyshop@gmail.com)

Hartness-Porter Astronomy Museum: Springfield 885-2115 MUSEUM
          Astronomy museum, amateur telescope making, antique telescope observatory (innkeeper@hartnesshouse.com)

Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium: St. Johnsbury 748-2372 MUSEUM
          Take a trip to the stars in Vermont's only public planetarium, and visit the unique museum shop.

Maple Grove Museum and Gift Shop: St. Johnsbury 748-5141 MUSEUM
          Tour the oldest and largest maple factory in the U.S.

Stratton Mountain Ski Resort: Stratton Mountain 297-4139 RESORTS
          A top North American resort for skiing, snowboarding and lots of family winter vacation fun. (GMeulemans@intrawest.com)

Vermont Lake Region Fishing Service: Sudbury 273-2555 FISHING
          Fishing in Vermont, we offer guide service, instructional fishing, kayak rentals, specializing in bass fishing, northern pike fishing. (fishinvermont@gmail.com)

Friesians of Majesty: Townshend 365-7526 EQUESTRIAN SERVICES
          Carriage/sleigh rides, riding/driving lessons, performances, getaways. www.friesiansofmajesty.com. (info@friesiansofmajesty.com)

Vermont Sheep and Wool Festival: Tunbridge 223-2456 FESTIVAL
          Annual festival in October. Handcrafted natural fiber clothing, yarn, wool crafts, knitting, spinning, weaving and felting supplies, fencing, sheep supplies, meat and cheese! www.vermontsheep.org/festival.html. (festival09@comcast.net)

Stevens Family Carriage Service: Vermont 603-256-3190 CARRIAGE RIDES
          Fancy horse and carriage rides for weddings, proms, anniversaries and special occasions in VT, NH and MA (stevenscarriage@yahoo.com)

Avalon Adventures for Women: Vermont 723-5470 RETREATS
          Women's Retreats in Vermont. Yoga, kayaking, hiking, fly-fishing and more at a Vermont Inn. (info@vtadventures.com)

Tracks of Vermont: Weston 645-1938 RETREAT
          Weekend retreats for women! Yoga, massage, hiking, skiing, canoeing and fun workshops at lovely inns. (tracks@exploreVT.com)

Consider Bardwell Farm: West Pawlet 645-9928 CHEESEMAKING
          Award winning handmade cheese producer offering cheesemaking workshops, farm tours and farm dinners. (consider@considerbardwellfarm.com)

Husky Works Mushing Company: West Wardsboro 896-3478 DOG SLEDDING
          Kennel of Siberian huskies offering guided dog sled adventures in southern VT. Experience winter as never before. Be pulled by a team of huskies on a ride of a lifetime. (info@huskyworks.com)

Vermont Scuba Diving Club: Williamstown 433-9897 SCUBA DIVING
          All certified divers are welcome. We meet monthly from March thru November for dives both in and out of state. 50

Deerfield Valley Farmers Day Fair: Wilmington 319-0117 FAIR
          Traditional Annual Vermont Country Fair with exhibits. Horse, Ox & Truck Pulls; Cattle, horse and lumberjack shows. August. (info@dvfair.com)

Adams Farm: Wilmington 464-3762 FARM ACTIVITIES
          Fishing, scenic tractor & wagon rides, sleigh rides, bonfires, horse drawn wagon, maple syrup. (farmfun@sover.net)

Boyd Family Farm: Wilmington 464 5618 FARM
          Vermont Hillside Farm featuring Pick Your Own Flowers, Blueberries, wreaths and seasonal decorations and crops. (boydfarm@sover.net)

Haystack Golf Club: Wilmington 464-8301 GOLF
          18 holes of championship golf. Unique clubhouse offering a full service restaurant, pro shop & panoramic views. packages.

White House of Wilmington: Wilmington 800-541-2135 SKIING
          The most scenic trails in southern Vermont make this the place to visit while in Vermont for x-cross country skiing. (whitehse@sover.net)

Moondance: Windsor 674-292 FESTIVAL
          Magical, Mystical, Astronomical, Gastronomical and very Celestial Annual Street Festival in the ninth revolution. (www.moondancevt.com)

American Precision Museum: Windsor 674-5781 MUSEUM
          Machine tools, guns, scale models, typewriters.

Path of Life Sculpture Garden: Windsor 674-6789 SCULPTURE GARDEN
          18 works of art tell the story of the great circle of life on the banks of the Connecticut River. (info@pathoflifegarden.com)

Prospect Mountain Cross-Country Ski Center: Woodford 442-2575 SKIING
          Great cross-country skiing in southern Vermont. Full service ski shop, restaurant,gift shop, waxing facilities. (xcski@sover.net)

Three Winters Theatre: Woodstock 234-6811 THEATRE
          A non-profit arts and education organization. Regional theatre, children's theatre, year round events. (nlarson@sover.net)

Kedron Valley Stables: Woodstock 457-1480 RIDING
          800-225-6301 Full livery w/trail rides, lessons, boarding, Inn-to-Inn packages, clinics, sleigh/surrey rides, year-round. (barbkend@aol.com)

Vermont Raptor Center: Woodstock 457-2279 MUSEUM
          Introduces visitors to the owls and hawks of northern New England.

Billings Farm and Museum: Woodstock 457-2355 MUSEUM
          Celebrating Vermont's heritage of rural life.

Three Brothers Farm: Woodstock 457-4934 CARRIAGE RIDES
          Year round horse drawn sleigh and carriage rides, weddings, tours and parties. (pegega@yahoo.com)

Sugarbush Farm: Woodstock 800-281-1757 FARM TOURS
          Year round open sugar house. Learn about maple syrup production. Cheese tastings, nature trail & visit with animals during warmer months. (contact@sugarbushfarm.com)