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Woodstock, Vermont - Part 2
Written by: Margherita Miserandino
Photography by: Margherita Miserandino
While we were in Quechee, we decided to stop and view the Quechee Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of Vermont. The gorge was layered with snow and icy cold running water-- a bit different than the Grand Canyon but just as breathtaking. It looked like an Ansel Adams photograph.
Continuing our snow adventure we visited Sugarbush Farm for some cheese and maple syrup tasting. The farm is run by the Luce family, and Betsy, one of the owners, showed us the equipment used for making maple syrup. We were both sorry we had eaten a big lunch because we had the opportunity to sample ten cheeses and a few grades of maple syrup. We felt like we were at a wine tasting. The cheeses were presented from mild to sharp, and we were given little cards and pencils to mark off our favorites. The cheeses were all so good we couldn’t decide which ones to buy. I was used to what supermarket sharp cheese tastes like, so I was wary of their 48 month aged cheddar, but it was not bitter. They explained to us that real good aged cheese shouldn’t be bitter. These award winning cheeses are available online at Sugarbushfarm.com.
After purchasing some cheese and maple syrup, we visited the Vermont Institute of Natural Science or VINS, which is an environmental learning center and living museum. The raptor exhibits there were fascinating. This center takes in injured raptors and nurses them to health. Next to each bird is a description detailing where it was found and the extent of its injuries.
After our long snow adventure, we decided to call it an early night and ordered some room service.
Our last day in Woodstock, Vermont, we decided to stay local and walk around town due to all the snow. We visited a cafe where Dominick had a maple latte in keeping with the New England spirit, and later we had lunch at the Mountain Creamery where we especially liked their famous homemade ice cream. Of course, we had the maple walnut. There were many lovely boutiques for shopping, but we were warned that they might be overpriced.
Dominick thought I was crazy, but I liked Woodstock so much I was ready to buy a home there. I have no idea how much they cost, and of course, it was a completely impulsive idea, but I didn’t care. Everyone was so friendly, and the town was picturesque.
We visited the Health and Fitness Center, a state of the art 42,000 square foot facility that includes too many amenities to mention-- such as indoor and outdoor tennis courts, an indoor lap pool, an exercise room and spa. We took a dip in the pool and relaxed in the steam room- an ideal way to wind down the day.
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Part 2
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