Experience the Beauty and Exhilaration of Outdoor Winter Activities in the Dorset Area
As fall turns to winter and the crisp air descends upon us and the first snowflakes gently blanket the stunning landscapes of our area of Southern Vermont, it's time to embrace the exhilaration of the outdoor winter activities. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a curious beginner, this region offers a playground of thrilling outdoor winter sports to satisfy your...
Carving Marble with Stan Sears
Recently in Dorset at the popular swimming hole Norcross-West Marble Quarry, you may have noticed some of the marble has started to look a little different. Danby-based artist Stan Sears has been installing a public art piece titled Ripple which is part of a series of current pieces that explores the idea of écorché (French, meaning flayed figure of the...
Q&A with Rachel Batz from Hike Dorset
Pinnacle Tower, Owl’s Head, Raptor Lane - you have probably hiked one of these trails recently in Dorset but do you know who is behind the trail maintenance of them? We recently sat down with Rachel Batz, Hike Dorset’s Outdoor Recreation Director for a chat about the hiking trails in Dorset and about some summer events they have happening. Read...
Maple Madness
This time of year Vermont’s landscape is dotted with sugarhouses in full swing. Smoke and evaporated sap billowing out of their roofs. The sweet smell of maple in the air. It’s a tradition that spans hundreds of years. Pancake sauce, liquid gold - it doesn’t really matter what you call it, maple syrup is the sticky, sweet, golden goodness...
Get Outside This Winter
"Winter is not a season, it's a celebration." — Anamika Mishra In Vermont, we celebrate the arrival of the first big snow storm. With it comes a plethora of new outdoor activities. Skiing, sledding, ice skating and more– we are lucky here in Dorset to be close to all of them. There is something for everyone! Cross-Country &...
How to Hygge in Dorset
Dorset Bake How to Hygge in Dorset - Winter Edition You’ve probably seen the Instagram posts and heard the word “hygge” being tossed around. But what is it? Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) is the Danish concept of coziness, contentment and living a slow and simple lifestyle. It’s about spending quality time with friends and family, enjoying the simple pleasures in life...
