Sometimes we don’t realize how much we appreciate things until they are taken away. This notion is also true in reverse, and Vermont newbies know that better than anyone.
Those who have read about Vermont, seen some pictures, or maybe taken a vacation here may think they know what life is like in the 802, but life here must be experienced to be understood. There are many things about living in Vermont that, once you experience them first hand, you realize you couldn’t live without. While some of these things may be obvious to those who were born and raised here, but to others, they are surprised by the smallest of details. And sometimes they are shocked by a few of the little things that have become so important. Here are some aspects of Vermont that could make you want to move, and once you’re here, things you’d never want to live without!
- World famous Maple Syrup and sugar houses.
Flickr/Shannon McGee How can you go back to “imposter syrup” after trying the real stuff?
- There are towns and there is rural country…
Flickr/Doug Kerr And it’s not far between the two.
- You don’t need to order movie tickets weeks in advance in Vermont.
Flickr/Jasperdo The theaters may be smaller, but they are definitely more fun. Like I said, it’s the little things…
- You can see the stars everywhere in Vermont.
Flickr/Nicholas Erwin Yes, even in the cities.
- Vermont is the safest state in America.
Flickr/Hope According to 24/7 Wall Street, Vermont is the safest state in the nation.
- We clear our roads BEFORE a storm.
Flickr/Paul Moody We know snow etiquette.
- Sidewalks are safe, but bike paths are better.
Flickr/akaitori Many towns in Vermont have wonderfully groomed and maintained bike paths. Safety makes a family bike ride much more enjoyable.
- We’re pet friendly.
Flickr/Paul Moody Our four legged friends are family and we love to take them places with us. Luckily, many places in Vermont are fur friendly.
- Vermont has a ton of fairs (not to be confused with festivals).
Flickr/Patrick The Champlain Valley Fair is not only a treat, but a right of passage.
- You don’t have to look at the free skate schedule.
Flickr/Claire Thompson Because the local pond is frozen and ready to go.
- There is always a park nearby.
Flickr/Sterling College Whether you picnic in the town center or visit one of the impeccable state parks, there is always a place to enjoy the grass under your feet.
- Our snow is clean enough to play in.
Flickr/Vida Dimovska
Flickr/Karen Rice How clean is YOUR snow?
- Lake Champlain is always accessible.
Flickr/Linda Carlsen Sperry Since Lake Champlain runs practically the length of Vermont, it’s never really hard to get to. It has some of the best sailing, kayaking and fishing around. And just check out these mountain views!
- Our food can’t get more fresh or juicy.
Flickr/Craig Allen If you’ve eaten a strawberry right off the vine, you know what I’m talking about.
- Vermont is the healthiest state in the nation.
Flickr/zolmuhd For the fourth consecutive year, Vermont has been named the nation’s healthiest state by the United Health Foundation. The state has steadily risen in the last 20-plus years of the group’s America’s Health Rankings, moving from 20th in 1990 to the top spot today.
- There is always a festival to enjoy.
From Hot Air Balloons to Ice Sculptures to the Annual Mac and Cheese Festival, Vermont is full of fun and exciting things to do.
- You’re never too young or old to learn how to ski.
Flickr/J3SSL33 Every day is an adventure!
- Why settle for four seasons….
Flickr/Paul Moody When you can have 5?! OK, maybe mud season isn’t a draw to Vermont, but it certainly keeps things interesting!
- We’re friendlier than anyone else.
Flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM When we say welcome, we mean it.
- Vermont is magical.
Flickr/Paul Moody You have to see it to believe it.
- You haven’t seen fresh until you’ve shopped at a VT farmer’s market.
Flickr/Matthew H Healthy, fresh, fun, and lots of samples. Simply amazing.
- Vermont is very family friendly.
Flickr/Patrick Even at the Mardi Gras parade there is a viewing area for “families with kids under 10.”
- When there is a parade or other community event we all gather together.
Flickr/dvs And there is nothing like a tight-knit community to make you feel like you’re home. We love our holidays!
Flickr/Shannon McGee
How can you go back to “imposter syrup” after trying the real stuff?
Flickr/Doug Kerr
And it’s not far between the two.
Flickr/Jasperdo
The theaters may be smaller, but they are definitely more fun. Like I said, it’s the little things…
Flickr/Nicholas Erwin
Yes, even in the cities.
Flickr/Hope
According to 24/7 Wall Street, Vermont is the safest state in the nation.
Flickr/Paul Moody
We know snow etiquette.
Flickr/akaitori
Many towns in Vermont have wonderfully groomed and maintained bike paths. Safety makes a family bike ride much more enjoyable.
Our four legged friends are family and we love to take them places with us. Luckily, many places in Vermont are fur friendly.
Flickr/Patrick
The Champlain Valley Fair is not only a treat, but a right of passage.
Flickr/Claire Thompson
Because the local pond is frozen and ready to go.
Flickr/Sterling College
Whether you picnic in the town center or visit one of the impeccable state parks, there is always a place to enjoy the grass under your feet.
Flickr/Vida Dimovska
Flickr/Karen Rice
How clean is YOUR snow?
Flickr/Linda Carlsen Sperry
Since Lake Champlain runs practically the length of Vermont, it’s never really hard to get to. It has some of the best sailing, kayaking and fishing around. And just check out these mountain views!
Flickr/Craig Allen
If you’ve eaten a strawberry right off the vine, you know what I’m talking about.
Flickr/zolmuhd
For the fourth consecutive year, Vermont has been named the nation’s healthiest state by the United Health Foundation. The state has steadily risen in the last 20-plus years of the group’s America’s Health Rankings, moving from 20th in 1990 to the top spot today.
From Hot Air Balloons to Ice Sculptures to the Annual Mac and Cheese Festival, Vermont is full of fun and exciting things to do.
Flickr/J3SSL33
Every day is an adventure!
When you can have 5?! OK, maybe mud season isn’t a draw to Vermont, but it certainly keeps things interesting!
Flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM
When we say welcome, we mean it.
You have to see it to believe it.
Flickr/Matthew H
Healthy, fresh, fun, and lots of samples. Simply amazing.
Even at the Mardi Gras parade there is a viewing area for “families with kids under 10.”
Flickr/dvs
And there is nothing like a tight-knit community to make you feel like you’re home. We love our holidays!
What is something about Vermont that would make you want to move? Be sure to let us know in the comments!
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