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To and From ST. JOHNSBURY, VERMONT – 12-14 August 2026

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Ray Boas

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 →

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TWO HOUR VACATION – 1 AUGUST 2026 – and THINGS TO SHARE

Posted on August 2, 2026 by Ray Boas

Is it an age thing, or an aging body thing? Yes, my trips are not as many, nor as far, and I enjoy my arm chair traveling, including rereading some of my past trips. But I felt like getting out … Continue reading →

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WEST MOUNTAIN INN PIZZA NIGHT – 24-26 June 2026

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Ray Boas

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 →

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POULTNEY, VERMONT LOOPS — 5-7 JUNE 2026

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Ray Boas

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 →

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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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