It’s a fact: We love Vermont, and many of us can’t imagine leaving. But sometimes life happens and a move elsewhere is unavoidable. Here are 13 things that you would dearly miss after moving away from Vermont.
1. The outdoor activities.
Whether you downhill ski, snowboard, mountain bike, hike, snowshoe, rock climb, or swim, there is always something to do outdoors in Vermont. Where else can you have several natural playgrounds for people of all ages?
2. The beer.
Burlington International Airport may be small, but it’s not the only place to get a flight. A flight of beer, that is! Vermont has more breweries per capita than any other state. You can get a pint of local craft beer almost everywhere you go, and if you can’t decide on just one flavor, samplers (or flights) are readily available, too.
3. Hikes.
Every day can be a choose-your-own-adventure day here! From short and easy hikes to steep and challenging, there is always something around for your ability level.
4. Camping.
Roasting marshmallows over an open campfire at night? Just, yes…
5. Small town charm.
It won’t take long to miss the small towns and with their abundance of both charm and history.
6. Location, location, location.
If you’re looking for a bit of culture not found in the small towns, you can easily drive to New York, Montreal or Boston in just a few hours.
7. Maple syrup.
Growing up and living in Vermont, you accept no substitutions. We only have 100% pure Vermont maple syrup.
8. Friendly drivers.
If someone stops to let you pull out into the street, chances are their car has a green license plate.
9. Seasons.
As much as we joke about mud season and road construction season, there is nothing like the glorious seasons in Vermont and all the unique things that come with each one.
10. Foliage.
There is a reason people come to Vermont for the fall foliage… It simply blows everywhere else away.
11. Weather.
80 degrees and sunny every day sounds appealing, but it can get old pretty quick. We love to expect the unexpected.
12. Mom and pop shops.
The lack of franchises is refreshing here. Besides, the small shops here carry things you never even knew about. For everything else, there’s the internet.
13. Scenery.
Some of the best things about are its stunning nature and peaceful way of life. There is simply no place quite like Vermont.
There are so many reasons to love Vermont, and how could anyone move away and not miss some of these reasons. Looking for more Vermont articles? Check out 13 reasons why Vermont is the best state.
Which of these would you miss most? What else would you add to this list? Let us know in the comments.
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