The weekend offers 2 windows of opportunities for outings and tours: Saturday 9:30 to 4:00 and Sunday afternoon 1:00 to 5:00. These are wonderful opportunities to get to know Vermont its beautiful landscape and people and have a special adventure. For those who prefer to go off on their own we are happy to assist or explore as you wish.
Vermont Open Studio - Vermont artists& craftspeople open their studios to the public for the weekend, creating an educational event that lets you see
the artist at work and an opportunity for visitors to preview creations and purchase. We will design tours based on interest of the group.
Kayaking and or Canoeing – Our area boasts some of the most picturesque lakes and waterways in Vermont, we supply the boat, paddle, life jacket and water for any level boater.
Artisan Cheeses – Tour Blue Ledge Farm
featuring artisan goat cheeses – recognized by Wine Spectator as producers of one of the world’s “100 Greatest” Cheeses in 2008 – and walk Rutland’s local farmer’s market on Saturday (largest outdoor market in VT).
Gardening Tips and or Local Organic Farms – Build a worm farm; explore germination / cultivation techniques; visit an organic farm; learn how to attract more birds – our locale is a hot bed of greenery.
Wine Tour – Vineyard tour and tasting at one of Vermont’s best know wineries Lincoln Peak – largest winery in Vermont and only winery in America to win three Best of Show awards (in ’09, ’10, and ’11) at the International Cold Climate Wine Competition.
Hiking – Spectacular vistas, quiet beautiful mountains, rolling hills or trails; distance and challenge matched to skill level.
Custom Outings – We want you to have a great time – so we also offer custom designed outings on a one to one basis or for a group. Some examples would be historical sites such as battle fields and cemeteries; golfing outing; biking for the beginner or the expert; antiquing; caving and on….. lots of options.
Please note some outings / tours will only be available on one day or the other