I’ve rediscovered my love for the day trip. Over the past few years, our family abandoned the day trip in favor of an overnight stay of at least a night, if not two or three. The overnight stay, for us, meant we didn’t have to try to “beat the traffic” and could take more time… Continue reading Hit the road this fall
Locally sourced apples fuel the Berkshire Cider Project The Berkshire Cider Project is currently offering three hard ciders: its flagship dry cider, Orchard Blend 2019; a rosé; and a special limited release cider made with apples from Hancock Shaker Village’s historic orchard . Photos provided by Berkshire Cider Project By Mike Walsh NORTH ADAMS, Mass.… Continue reading Hard cider bursting with Berkshire flavor
Macoun and gala and McIntosh, oh, my! It's apple season, and with so many delicious varieties to choose from in the Berkshires and Southern Vermont, it's difficult to know what you're picking and what that apple is best used for (besides taking a big old juicy bite out of, of course).
Before heading out to a local orchard or farm for an afternoon packed with “pick-your-own” fun, there are a few things you should know.
Overcome COVID-19 cabin fever at your local apple orchard Ashley Howe picks Cortland apples at Terry's Orchard in Bennington, Vt. Bennington Banner File Photo By Bob Audette Across Southern Vermont orchard managers are preparing for an unprecedented pick-your-own apple season. "Consumers are looking for local food and they also are looking for fun experiences," said… Continue reading Apple orchards prepare for an unprecedented pick-your-own season
When fall arrives, and the first apple and pumpkin pies come out of the oven, it can be hard to remember that there are so many more things you can make with your fall harvest. To help you think outside the pie pan, we asked the bakers at King Arthur Baking in Norwich, Vt., for a few recipes to get you started …
The Thom Reed UFO Monument Park, located on land adjacent to the site where the Reed family encountered a UFO in 1969, has become a destination for those interested in ufology.
5 weekend getaways in the Berkshires and Southern Vermont By Kimberly Kirchner Self-isolation, Week Two: For the first time, you notice a strange pattern of knots in the wood of the coffee table. Week Seven: You’ve determined the knots resemble an antelope with a pelican on its back. As a courtesy, you avoid them when… Continue reading You don’t need to leave town for a change of scenery
Fall in UpCountry means hikers can enjoy a break from stifling heat and humidity and enjoy the best foliage in the country.
Could there possibly be a better social distancing activity than a family road trip tour of fall foliage in the Berkshires and Southern Vermont?
