One of the best things about living in the Green Mountain State is the uniquely different the seasons that make the passage of time so enjoyable. What you’ll find in this small state is that there is that there is so much more going on than the standard four seasons you find anywhere else. Let’s cruise through a year’s worth of the various seasons in Vermont that keep things lively starting with the basics and continuing onto some of the more distinctive times we all experience in the 802.
Oh, we all know fall! It's that magical time of year when the trees turn vibrant hues of reds, oranges and yellows. There is nothing quite like gazing at the mountains that are on fire with color.
Just when you thought it was safe to start packing away the warm jackets and winter boots, Mother Nature gives us one last dump of snow to show us who's in charge. Sound familiar?
The roads turn to a muddy soup and cars are covered in crusty muck. It's dirty, messy and downright annoying, but it's also a necessary evil in Vermont.
Sometimes it seems as though as soon as the last snowflake melts the orange cones come out and road work begins. The harsh weather sure can cause some damage to the streets!
Sure there are farmers markets that go all year round, but there is something extra special when you wander through the sea of white tents in the fresh open air.
Communities throughout Vermont gather together on weekends to celebrate everything from garlic to mac & cheese. The festivals are often put together by the hard work of volunteers from the community because after all - it takes a village, right?
There is nothing quite like picking a blueberry right off the bush and popping it right in your mouth. Still warm from the sun, it's not uncommon to eat more while picking than you take home.
Not to be confused with Fall. Leaf peepers come to Vermont to see the foliage and when they spot a particularly beautiful sight will stop their car anytime, anywhere. Leaf peepers also cause traffic in small towns as they drive slow, but don't pull over on the side of the road.
The leaves are gone and the branches are bare. This transition season with its chilly air mentally prepares us for snow covered mountains and trees and all the magical beauty that winter brings.
