Tag Archives: Vermont

WEST MOUNTAIN MILLHOUSE – 14-17 MAY 2026

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Ray Boas

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

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Ray Boas

… 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

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Ray Boas

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 →

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ESCAPE TO A LITTLE KNOWN MANSION — 17–19 FEBRUARY 2026

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Ray Boas

And, less than an hour away for an easy escape. Do you believe that something is “meant to be?” I do. How about “making lemonade from lemons?” I am now the pro. This trip began thanks to three cancellations of … Continue reading →

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HOLIDAY TOURS — DECEMBER 2025

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Ray Boas

I have shared over the years a number of the holiday tours I have taken in Vermont and New Hampshire, and still have some past tours to share. Again this year I have taken some tours – the choices were … Continue reading →

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The GILFEATHER TURNIP – VERMONT’S STATE VEGETABLE – 25 October 2025

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Ray Boas

I receive many emails of local events, both in New Hampshire and Vermont. On October 10 I received a note from happyvermont.com about an upcoming festival in Wardsboro, Vermont (population 869 in 2020). I pass through there on VT 100 … Continue reading →

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RHODODENDRON TIME AT NAULAKHA – 2 JUNE 2024

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Ray Boas

If you read my “posts” you know I have a special affinity for Landmark Trust USA and its historic properties. In fact, if you CLICK THIS LINK, you will get a list of my writings of these very special and … Continue reading →

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A THIRD “REST WITH AMOS” – 14-17 NOVEMBER 2023

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Ray Boas

And this completed my tenth stay at a Landmark Trust USA property, starting 10-12 November 2020, also at the Amos Brown House in Whitingham, Vermont. Gary joined me then, and he and Ilana joined me just now. I also enjoyed … Continue reading →

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TWO OCTOBER OUTINGS – 26 and 28 OCTOBER 2023

Posted on November 12, 2023 by Ray Boas

I am behind in traveling and in posting my adventures – time gets away from me, but I am out and exploring (or in and planning adventures). I have so much to write about to remember and share. Still have … Continue reading →

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THE WORLD IS CHANGING – JULY 2023 – And NOT For the Better

Posted on July 31, 2023 by Ray Boas

Extreme heat; mass shootings; and destructive weather events, including flooding, most recently again in Vermont, cause me concern for the well-being of our children and grandchildren – we are leaving them a world unlike, and worse, than the world we … Continue reading →

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