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Category Archives: Day (or maybe two) Trips
EXPLORING ST. JOHNSBURY, VERMONT — 13 AUGUST 2026
As you read this 481st published writing and sharing here the “take-away” I wish to impart is to visit St. Johnsbury, Vermont (the only St. Johnsbury in the world). In my last post I provided my trip up and back … Continue reading
To and From ST. JOHNSBURY, VERMONT – 12-14 August 2026
I have driven through St. Johnsbury, Vermont, several times only stopping at the visitor center in the old railroad station — it was time to finally spend some time exploring there. However on the way home from St. Johnsbury (the … Continue reading
Back to the Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry — 23-25 July 2026
Now, that title should have gotten your attention – yes back for my fifth stay, and Gary joined me. Previous visits included (and every one a great historical read): SEVEN YEARS “ON THE LIST” – NOW HALF DONE – 1-2 … Continue reading
LOCAL LAKE EXPLORATIONS – SUNAPEE LAKE – 9-10 JULY 2026
I am still actively pursuing my Shunpiking exploration goal for 2026, but closer to home for short respites and relaxation. No planes, I “pine for” more trains (in time). Sadly weekend fairs I have not felt like attending, avoiding crowds … Continue reading
WEST MOUNTAIN INN PIZZA NIGHT – 24-26 June 2026
If you have been following, and keeping track, you realize this is my fourth visit this year to the West Mountain Inn, in Arlington, Vermont. Here are the links to my previous tales. NEW YEAR — NEW SPECIAL PLACE — 15-17 … Continue reading
POULTNEY, VERMONT LOOPS — 5-7 JUNE 2026
Recently I have felt like staying within two hours from home, but even then I have adventures still to do, or redo. Two nights away with a full day in-between is really refreshing, and in my planning (for hours of … Continue reading
WEST MOUNTAIN MILLHOUSE – 14-17 MAY 2026
You may recall that I had two wonderful two night overnights so far this calendar year at the West Mountain Inn, in Arlington, Vermont. Here are the links to those tales. NEW YEAR — NEW SPECIAL PLACE — 15-17 JANUARY 2026WEST … Continue reading
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EXPLORING and RE-EXPLORING — 8 to 10 MAY 2026 — CIRCLING FROM LYME, NH
… AND FILLING IN SOME GAPS ON THE MAP. I have had many ideas for two nights away, but recently not wanting to drive more than two hours from home. But a few days ago I awoke realizing there were … Continue reading
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WEST MOUNTAIN “TWOFER” — 10-12 APRIL 2026
In January – a scant three months ago – I reported to you my stay at a NEW SPECIAL PLACE. An enjoyable time, lovely venue, and the end of March sent me (and others) an email with many specials, including … Continue reading
BACKROADS TO AND FRO LENOX, MA — 1-3 APRIL 2026
I need to get back to exploring and documenting to remember, and then share with you to hopefully lead you to some explorations. I have promised myself in 2026 to not sleep in my own bed at least three nights … Continue reading
Shunpiking with Ray 