Experiences

Farms

Experience Vermont's Working Farms, Meet the Animals and Explore the Land Behind Local Agriculture.

Visit Vermont farms for animal encounters, farm tours, seasonal activities, fresh local products and firsthand experiences of the state’s agricultural roots.

Farms

Shop a Vermont Farmstand & Vintage Barn in Huntington

Shop seasonal produce at New Tradition Farm, then browse the self-service barn at Hill Farm Vintage in Huntington, Vermont.
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Farms

The American Flag Barn in Williston, Vermont: A Roadside Photo Stop

Along Oak Hill Road in Williston, Vermont, a traditional barn displays a large American flag painted by Roger A. St. Hilaire as a tribute to his wife, Jane, and his family. Here's the story behind this roadside landmark and what to know before passing by
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Farms

Feel the Barn! Vermont’s Bernie Barn in Williston

A red barn, a giant Bernie Sanders mural and a clever Vermont pun make the Bernie Barn an unusual roadside sight in Williston.
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Roadside Attractions

This Honor-System Farmstand in South Burlington Is Worth Pulling Over For

Pull over for this South Burlington honor-system farmstand filled with fresh flowers, gluten-free cupcakes and cookies, Vermont-made products, soaps, chocolates, maple syrup and plenty more that changes with the seasons.
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Farms

Visit the Sunflower Field at Farr Farms in Richmond, Vermont

Wander through the sunflowers at Farr Farms, shop the farmstand and turn your visit into a summer afternoon exploring Richmond, Vermont.
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Vermont Fall

Add Allenholm Farm to Your Fall Trip Through Vermont’s Champlain Islands

One of my favorite Vermont fall treats is waiting in South Hero: an apple slushee topped with a maple creemee and maple candy at Allenholm Farm, a longtime Champlain Islands apple orchard.
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Activities

Visit von Trapp Farmstead in Waitsfield for Award-Winning Vermont Cheese & Local Provisions

Shop award-winning cheese and hyperlocal provisions at this family farm in Waitsfield, and pair a summer visit with the von Trapp open gardens.
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Vermont Spring

6 Vermont Farms to Visit for Baby Animals This Spring

Spring in Vermont means a new generation of lambs, calves, piglets and foals. These six working farms are some of my favorite places to meet the newest arrivals.
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Mad River Valley

The Roots Farm Market: A Local Food Stop in Middlesex, Vermont

Shop local produce, Vermont cheese, prepared meals and more at The Roots Farm Market, a farmer-owned community market in Middlesex.
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Animal Adventures

Meet One of Vermont’s Fuzziest Herds at This Stowe Resort

The Scottish Highland cattle at Stowe's von Trapp Resort might be one of Vermont's fuzziest herds. Here's how to see them, learn about the breed and experience the resort's Meet the Cows program in every season.
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