A fruit synonymous with New England is the apple. Ripe in the fall, this is often thought of as solely a seasonal fruit. Even if not ripe to be picked at other times of the year, the benefit of apple products can be enjoyed all year round. Some farms are open all year, while others […]
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When visiting Stowe, Vermont, the Von Trapp Bierhall is a must-visit! World-class lager beers and mouth-wateringly delicious Austrian food served in an unmatched setting (inside and outside) should put the Von Trapp Bierhall on your Vermont list.
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Vermont is teeming with awesome breweries. Combine that with an incredible artisan food scene and It’s easy to eat and drink very well in the Green Mountain State. I’ve featured many Vermont breweries here, including Von Trapp, Idletyme, and Harpoon. Although the Alchemist’s beers have been included in many articles, I’ve yet to include a
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The football season is over and Pats fans are lamenting over their current QB options; Mac vs Zappe. Let’s take a look over a beer or six.
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For a frightfully fun look into Plymouth’s historic past, make sure to check out the Dead of Night Ghost Tours.
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Come along for a Central Connecticut Road Trip. From hiking to craft beer drinking, this trip covers all the bases!
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On this backyard road trip we’re heading out to Eastern Connecticut for a family-friendly journey that includes hiking, a visit to a winery, and a favorite playground. The route travels from the East Hampton/Colchester line, to Franklin, and on to Norwich. This Eastern Connecticut adventure is sure to please everyone! Salmon River State Forest/Comstock Bridge
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It’s a real treat when a favorite musical artist comes to the region and plays a cool venue. There are so many non-descript places to see a show and some, like a giant stadium, are just plain impersonal. When I found out that Ryan Adams and the Cardinals were to play at the Palace Theater
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It’s a known fact that at Backyard Road Trips we love heading up to Vermont, in particular, the Stowe region of the state. With all of the amazing hiking, eating, drinking, and exploring there is to do, I often leave out one destination that is surely on the beaten path but also one that I’ve
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For our afternoon in Marshfield, we’re heading to a fair, out for a hike, to the beach, to a unique tower, and finally for food and drink.
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