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The University of Vermont (UVM) welcomes applications from students of diverse backgrounds. Through a holistic admissions review, UVM selects students with potential for academic success who will contribute to the UVM community. The rigor of an applicant’s academic program, grades, standardized test results (if submitted), and trends in performance are considered. Essays, a letter of recommendation, and other evidence of each student’s life experience and character also assist the evaluation.  In recognition of the university’s focus on engaging with global, national, and state issues, UVM’s admissions policies have a firm commitment to residents of the state of Vermont.

The University of Vermont also welcomes applications from transfer students. Transfer candidates are evaluated on performance in college-level course work completed, standing at previous institutions, and/or other credentials that reflect educational history. For transfer candidates who present fewer than twenty-one semester credits, the high school record is more heavily weighted. With twenty-one or more college credits, the college record assumes more importance. The high school record will help determine completion of entrance requirements for the selected field of study. Course work not completed at the high school level may be fulfilled by equivalent college-level academic work. Students who were wait-listed or denied admission previously as high school students should be working towards completing two semesters of rigorous coursework at the point of applying to UVM.

University admissions staff reviews applications and is responsible for rendering final admissions decisions. Academic unit representatives may be consulted on a case-by-case basis when a candidate’s credentials are inconclusive. Admission policies are developed by the Office of Admissions in collaboration with the schools and colleges that constitute the University of Vermont and are subject to review by the University of Vermont Faculty Senate, the Vice President for Enrollment Management, and the Provost’s Office.

At a minimum, candidates for admission are expected to complete the entrance requirements prior to enrollment. These requirements have been established by the UVM faculty to ensure exposure to broad fields of intellectual inquiry; some programs require further study as indicated in the following sections. Most successful candidates have exceeded the minimums in all or most areas and, in many cases, present honors level course work, International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, or other rigorous course work.

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The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont offers a limited number of electives to students from LCME-accredited schools (U.S. and Canadian) and accredited DO programs in their final year of medical school, provided that they have completed one year of core clinical rotations and meet our requirements for admission.

Visiting students may apply for a maximum of 8 weeks of electives at the Larner College of Medicine. We do not accept visiting students for March or April of any year , with the exception of course OBGY 4515 which is offered for 2 weeks every April to students in New England.

Please see information below regarding our application requirements and procedures:

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HOUSING : LCOM is not able to offer housing to visiting medical students. Most visiting students will utilize UVM's Off-Campus Housing Office to find temporary accommodations. Some clinical departments may be aware of housing opportunties that are not shared publicly, please check with the appropriate Coordinator, listed at bottom of this page, for any information.

PARKING: Parking passes are available for purchase for UVM Campus parking or UVMMC hospital parking . Students staying close to campus may want to consider taking one of the local bus lines , walking, or biking.

Students from U.S. LCME-accredited schools and accredited D.O. Institutions

Visiting students may apply for a maximum of 8 weeks of electives at the Larner College of Medicine.

The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont uses the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO), to receive visiting student applications. Applicants must complete and submit a VSLOapplication for their preferred electives and dates.

The VSLO catalog for the upcoming year will be viewable after the New Year, the application process opens in mid-March.  

For more information on VSLO, please visit the VSLO website or contact VSLO (202.478.9878).

For more information on our visiting student electives, please contact Visiting Student Electives Coordinator.

*Please note that VSLO can only be used by students from U.S. LCME-accredited schools and DO programs. Students from Canadian LCME schools must apply by following our alternate application process, listed below.

We do not accept visiting students for March or April of any year.

For questions about specialty rotations please contact the appropriate Coordinator:

Anesthesia: Amy St. Louis Emergency Medicine: Debbie McDonald Family Medicine: Rhonda Hanley Endocrinology/Nephrology: Claire Sprano Dermatology: Ellen Dimick Gastroenterology: Suzanne Wyckoff Rheumatology: Ellen Dimick     Neurology: Elizabeth Mcelhinney      Ob/Gyn: Sara Tourville     Pathology: David Viau Pediatrics: Patty McClellan   Orthopaedics:  Monika Donlevy   Radiology:  Zach Burbano Surgery: Lisa Washburn Urology: Lisa Washburn

The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont offers a limited number of electives to students from Canadian LCME-accredited medical schools, provided they have finished at least one year of clinical work (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Surgery).

How to Apply

Please see the Course Catalog . Please contact the appropriate specialty coordinator about availability.

The Visiting Student Application package, including all supporting information, is available in pdf format.

Please read all material carefully and fill out the application and immunization form* completely before submitting your application. Please submit all materials together in one package. Incomplete applications will be returned. Materials must be mailed; faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Please note that we do not hold spots for visiting students in advance of receiving a completed application package.

Your application packet must include the following:

•      Application fillable form
•     AAMC standard immunization form
•     Proof of COVID-19 vaccination 
•     Proof of personal health insurance
•     Proof of malpractice/liability coverage
•     Application fee(s) - $50 USD check or money order made payable to University of Vermont
•     Personal photo
•     Evaluation form if required
•     HIPAA compliance confirmation**
•     Copy of CV (please include dates and number of weeks of core clerkships)
•     Copy of your medical school transcript
•     A copy of your USMLE Step 1 score report, or a letter from your school certifying your score

*Please fill out the AAMC Standardized Immunization Form and have it signed by your health care provider. Immunization attachments and lab reports will not be accepted in place of the immunization form. Include additional information only when necessary or requested.

**HIPAA Compliance:

All students taking electives at the Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont/The University of Vermont Medical Center must complete HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) training. Many visiting students will already have completed HIPAA training, sometimes several times. If you have completed training within a year of the start date of the elective, you may forward, with your application, a photocopy of your completion certificate or a letter (on institutional letterhead) from your Dean or HIPAA administrator stating that you are HIPAA compliant. This information will be kept in your file and a copy will be forwarded to the Risk Management Department at The University of Vermont Medical Center. All other students will be required to complete a short, web-based HIPAA tutorial upon arriving for the elective.

The visiting elective year at the Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont is May to February. Visiting students are not accepted for March or April of any year. Complete applications for electives must be received at least 2 months prior to the elective start date. Applications for AIs should be received at least 3 to 4 months prior to the elective start date to facilitate the creation of call schedules. Last minute applications will not be accepted and will be returned.

Electives at the Larner College of Medicine are scheduled in 4 week blocks. For ease of scheduling, visiting students are encouraged to conform to this schedule.

If you have questions about information that is not covered here please contact the Visiting Student Electives Coordinator.

Please note: The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont does not offer electives to students from Caribbean/off-shore medical schools or international medical schools, regardless of their affiliation.

These students may be able to arrange a rotation directly with a clinical department without sponsorship of the Larner College of Medicine by contacting the appropriate coordinator(s) listed below:

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Making the Most of Your Campus Visit

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Visiting a college is the most effective way to learn about campus culture and student life. Want to make the most out of your college visits? Take the time to meet as many people as possible, and check out everything from the dorms to the dining halls.

Here is our campus visit checklist:

Explore the campus.

• Take a college tour
• Interview with an admissions officer
• Sit in on a class that interests you
• Talk to current students about what they like and dislike about the school
• Visit the freshman dorms, bookstore, career center, and dining halls
• Walk or drive around the town or city where the college is located

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• Find out if students primarily live on campus or off campus
• Scan bulletin boards to learn about campus life
• Visit the school’s website to find events and activities
• Read the student newspaper and any campus blogs
• See what students and graduates are saying on the college’s social media pages

Access to Professors

• Ask if your professors host office hours
• Inquire about the professor-student ratio, ask about TA support and qualifications
• Find out how many students participate in research during their undergrad experience
• Meet a professor who teaches in a subject that interests you

Experiential Learning & Career Advising

• Learn what percentage of undergraduate students gain internships
• Find out if there are scholarships/fellowships available for summer or post-graduate opportunities
• Find out how many classes provide out-of-the classroom learning opportunities

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• Learn about available scholarships
• Pick up financial aid forms

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• Sample the offerings! Dine on campus
• Find out how many eateries are on campus

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Visiting University of Vermont (UVM) depends on a number of factors, including the season, your schedule, and a lot of uncontrollable variables. We recommend you visit University of Vermont (UVM) twice if you’re serious about enrolling – at least one visit should be when students are on campus and school is in session. Be sure to take note of the town of Burlington as well. Remember that Burlington is also catering to 10700 students, so think critically about whether the community would feel too big or too small for your personal liking.

What do families do in Burlington when they visit University of Vermont (UVM)?

It depends but there are a variety of activities and things to do in and around Burlington. We recommend using the virtual immersion tab on CampusReel to take a tour at University of Vermont (UVM) and see for yourself how the student make use of Burlington.

What buildings should I look at when I visit University of Vermont (UVM)?

For your convenience, below is a list of all buildings that you can visit from CampusReel. We encourage you to compare you experience of the buildings on CampusReel with your in-person visit if you decide to take one.

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Outdoor adventures are just one of the high points of the Green Mountain State.

Top Things to Do in Vermont

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Vermont is known for its peaceful escapes into nature and outdoor attractions, from renowned ski resorts to the Green Mountains to Lake Champlain. But it also touts charismatic small towns, unique lodging choices such as farm stays and all-inclusive resorts , and distinctive food and drink. This destination is worth a visit for its nationally recognized craft beer, the rich offerings of the Vermont Cheese Trail, the maple syrup – since Vermont produces more than 50% of the country's supply – and the "creemees," which are a slightly richer (and arguably tastier) take on soft serve ice cream.

There's no such thing as a bad time to visit Vermont, but fall is exceptionally beautiful, with some of the most stunning foliage in all of New England . Curious to see the Green Mountain State for yourself? These are the experiences that should be on your list of the best things to do in Vermont.

Lake Champlain

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In 1998, Lake Champlain was briefly named one of the Great Lakes after then-President Bill Clinton signed into law a bill in which Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont quietly deemed it as such. Eighteen days – and a heavy dispute – later, the title was rescinded after a determination that, geographically, Lake Champlain doesn't quite measure up to lakes like Superior and Michigan. But residents and tourists today can still recognize it for the great – not to be confused with Great – lake that it is.

With or without the esteemed title, Lake Champlain is a large freshwater lake that spans 435 square miles of surface water and wows visitors with views of the Green Mountains on one side and the Adirondacks on the other. Dozens of public beaches and boat launches line its shores, so you'll find no shortage of opportunities for recreation on the water, including boating, fishing, swimming and keeping an eye out for the mythological lake monster named Champ. The lake's striking island towns – Grand Isle, South Hero, North Hero, Isle La Motte and Alburgh – offer state parks, farms, orchards, vineyards, and even inns and campgrounds.

Tour the flagship Ben & Jerry's

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Have you even been to Vermont if you didn't take the factory tour at Ben & Jerry's ? At its flagship location in Waterbury (near Stowe), Ben & Jerry's offers 30-minute guided tours that include a short movie on the company's history, an overview of the production process, a look at the manufacturing area and an ice cream tasting. Of course, there's also an on-site ice cream shop and gift shop, and especially charming are the photo ops and the Flavor Graveyard, where you can pay your respects to the "dearly de-pinted." Previous visitors confirm it's as touristy as it seems, but fun nonetheless.

Address: 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Road, state Route 100, Waterbury, VT 05676

One of the top things to do in Vermont is spend a day or two in Burlington . The centerpiece of town is Church Street Marketplace, which offers plenty of shopping and restaurants, many with outdoor dining. Find cozy lodging such as the rustic but modern Hotel Vermont , or consider a stay at one of the town's best bed-and-breakfasts . Of course, this popular waterfront city also boasts a variety of local breweries.

Other highlights in Burlington include ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, a science and nature museum; the Ethan Allen Homestead Museum, a historical home commemorating one of Vermont's founders; and, for those who enjoy quirky attractions, the World's Tallest Filing Cabinet. Whatever you do, don't bypass the Burlington Greenway Bike/Walk Path, a pleasant paved trail that runs along Lake Champlain and connects beaches, parks and neighborhoods.

Island Line Trail

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The nearly 14-mile Island Line Trail, which includes the Burlington Greenway, crosses the middle of Lake Champlain via a 3-mile causeway, allowing you to practically touch the water with your feet in some areas; there's nothing quite like it. This rail trail begins in Burlington and follows the route of a railbed – the Island Line – built in 1899 by the Rutland-Canadian Railroad to connect New England to the Great Lakes, until moving freight by other means became cheaper around the 1950s.

The railbed remained abandoned until it became a path for pedestrians and cyclists in the 1980s, and this rail trail has been one of the most unique things to do in Vermont ever since. To reach the end of the trail, you have to take a ferry, which bridges a 200-foot gap in the causeway, before continuing the short journey to South Hero. You can acquire a bike rental from Local Motion, a rental shop and advocacy organization in Burlington. Local Motion also operates the bike ferry and provides an interactive map of the trail. Both bike rentals and ferry rides are available seasonally from May to October, and reservations are recommended.

Experience the sugarhouses

As the largest producer of maple syrup in the United States, Vermont has thousands of sugarhouses, many of which host Maple Open House Weekends in March with tours and tastings. The events align with sugaring season (and mud season), when oscillating temperatures cause sap to flow through maple trees for sugar makers to collect. If you don't want to visit Vermont during mud season but still want to learn about syrup production and history, check out Baird Farm in Chittenden, which offers free tours and tastings year-round (reservations required). Previous guests rave about the staff's hospitality here.

Try out a delicious creemee

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Creemees are essentially soft serve ice cream, but there's no real consensus on where the name came from. Perhaps the moniker derives from the fact that Vermont used to make its soft serve higher in butterfat content and, hence, creamier. Either way, the creemee's most iconic flavor is maple, but you can't go wrong with any flavor at places such as Canteen Creemee Company in Waitsfield, The Village Scoop in Colchester and Al's French Frys in South Burlington, all of which come recommended by locals and visitors alike. If you're looking for plant-based options, head to Offbeat Creemee in Winooski.

Breweries and beer trails

If you like craft beer, chances are Vermont is already on your list of places to visit. Featuring some of the top-rated breweries in the U.S., Vermont is home to The Alchemist in Stowe – whose Heady Topper IPA has a cult following – as well as Freak Folk Bier in Waterbury and Hill Farmstead Brewery in Greensboro.

If you really want to immerse yourself in the craft beer scene, follow one of the Vermont Brewers Association's beer trails . Take the Vermont Brewery Passport Challenge by picking up a passport at a participating brewery and collecting stamps or by checking in to your stops on the Vermont Brewery Challenge app. Cyclists may want to check out the bike-friendly Burlington Trail, where you can imbibe highly rated beers at Foam Brewers. Pet owners can take advantage of the Dog-Friendly Beer Trail to drink alongside furry friends, while the Tiny Trail will take beer enthusiasts exclusively to nano breweries.

Vermont Teddy Bear: Shelburne

What started as a Burlington street cart in 1981 has grown into a full-fledged store and experience in Shelburne, Vermont. At Vermont Teddy Bear, visitors can take a tour of the factory where the now-famous plush bears are made, including the Bear Hospital, where injured or sick teddy bears are lovingly repaired by the resident bear doctor.

For an additional fee on top of the tour cost, make your own teddy bear to take home or gift to someone you love. It's the perfect way to commemorate a trip to Vermont for travelers of all ages. You can also check out the on-site Bear Shop to browse the selection of bears and Vermont-made products.

Address: 6655 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT 05482

Simon Pearce Flagship: Quechee

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Another item to immortalize a trip to Vermont (albeit more expensive than a teddy bear) is a handcrafted piece of glassware from the Simon Pearce store in Quechee, the namesake studio of a legendary Irish-American entrepreneur and artist who resides in Vermont. Located in a renovated historic woolen mill that's hydroelectrically powered by the Ottauquechee River – an attraction in itself – the artist's flagship store includes a workshop where you can watch craftspeople blowing glass pieces that are sold on-site. Get a bite to eat at the dining room at Simon Pearce, which overlooks a waterfall and covered bridge.

Address: 1760 Quechee Main St., Quechee, VT 05059

Hit the ski slopes in Stowe and beyond

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Vermont is a renowned destination for skiing, with more than two dozen public ski areas on offer. Among them is Stowe Mountain Resort , located in the picturesque town of Stowe, which is nicknamed the "Ski Capital of the East" and considered one of the best places to ski in the U.S. This resort touts 485 acres of skiable terrain that cover Spruce Peak and Mount Mansfield, the highest point in Vermont. Just as good as the skiing and snowboarding is the town of Stowe itself, where shops and restaurants line Main Street and hotels such as Topnotch Resort and The Lodge at Spruce Peak offer luxury accommodations and amenities.

Check out other notable ski resorts such as Killington, the largest ski area on the East Coast, and family-friendly Smugglers' Notch, where winter activities include all-day ski camps for kids as young as 3, family snowshoe scavenger hunts and a weekly winter carnival. On any summer voyage to Vermont, don't overlook other notable resorts such as Okemo, where you can ride what's essentially an enclosed flying couch – skiers will know it as a bubble chairlift – and hike to a historic fire tower for 360-degree mountain views.

Trapp Family Lodge: Stowe

One of the hotels that make Stowe a popular place to stay is the Trapp Family Lodge , owned by the von Trapp family (yes, that von Trapp family). After the Trapp Family Singers toured the U.S. in the early 1940s, they decided to settle on a farm in Stowe, which reminded them of their home country, Austria . In the summer of 1950, the family opened a 27-room lodge. Later destroyed by a fire, the Trapp Family Lodge was rebuilt with a variety of accommodations, activities and on-site dining. It now includes von Trapp Brewing, where you can drink in the resort's history, mountain views, and a craft beer or two.

Address: 700 Trapp Hill Road, Stowe, VT 05672

Follow the Vermont Cheese Trail

All roads lead to cheese on the Vermont Cheese Trail, consisting of more than 45 award-winning cheesemakers such as Cabot Creamery. Some farms provide tastings and/or tours, while others simply sell their best products. Check out an online map of the Vermont Cheese Trail to see each cheesemaker's location and offerings.

Wondering where to begin your cheesy commute through Vermont? If you like aged cheddar, stop at Grafton Village Cheese or Shelburne Farms. For goat cheese, try the chevre varieties at Blue Ledge Farm. You also can't go wrong with the offerings at Consider Bardwell Cheese. No matter where you go, the products made by Jasper Hill Farm – whose cheeses rank among the best in the world – are more than worth a taste. While its location in the Northeast Kingdom region isn't open to the public, Jasper Hill Farm's artisanal cheeses can be found at Vermont grocery stores (and at select stores throughout the U.S.).

Liberty Hill Farm: Rochester

Courtesy of Liberty Hill Farm

For a look at where the cheese process begins, Liberty Hill Farm offers tours and overnight accommodations. Guests of this dairy farm's cozy bed-and-breakfast enjoy a farm-fresh morning meal and a hardy dinner each day of their stay – with ingredients including Cabot Creamery dairy products. The biggest draw of a visit to Liberty Hill Farm, however, is the opportunity to feed and milk the resident cows – or even baby calves. Even if you don't decide to stay at the inn, you can still book this activity through Airbnb Experiences .

When you aren't doing kid-approved farm chores or meeting the animals, you will find plenty to do in the surrounding area. Previous guests, especially families with young children, say their farm experience was enriching, adding that the home-cooked meals are exceptionally good.

Address: 511 Liberty Hill, Rochester, VT 05767

Explore the general stores

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For all things Americana and Vermont, take some time to browse a cozy general store or two. The Vermont Country Store is the most famous, of course, with two locations in the state selling everything from candy and gifts to clothing and kitchenware.

Even more interesting is to explore the nearest local general store, like the F.H. Gillingham & Sons store in Woodstock. One of Vermont's oldest general stores still run by the same family, it's owned by descendants of Frank Henry Gillingham, who opened the general store in 1886, and Franklin Billings. Its original customer guarantee, "Your money's worth or your money back," is still honored today. Previous patrons love the vintage vibe of this store, with some calling F.H. Gillingham and Sons a mandatory stop in Woodstock.

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Visit the former house and grave of Robert Frost

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If you've ever enjoyed Robert Frost's poetry, head to the southwest corner of the state to learn more about the time he spent there. The first poet laureate of Vermont lived in a house in Shaftsbury in the 1920s that has since become the Robert Frost Stone House Museum; visitors can see the room where in 1922 Frost wrote his renowned poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening." Explore the poet's life through letters, writing drafts, notes and other documents at this house museum, which is open seasonally from May through October.

Less than 5 miles away, you can make a pit stop at a historic cemetery in Old Bennington, located next to the Old First Church, to visit his grave, which is etched with a line of his poetry: "I had a lover's quarrel with the world." This burial ground is near the visit-worthy Bennington Battle Monument, a storied structure that happens to be the tallest building in Vermont.

Address: 121 Vermont Route 7A, Shaftsbury, VT 05262

Grafton Inn: Grafton

Hang your hat where Ulysses S. Grant, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Ralph Waldo Emerson and other well-known figures once hung theirs. You'll see those names and the names of other famous guests in the cozy lobby of this inn, a member of the Historic Hotels of America. Grafton Inn offers individually (and beautifully) furnished rooms, suites and guesthouses on top of farm-to-table dining. The 1801 Tavern also houses the Pine Room Bar, and the Phelps Barn Pub offers live music on select evenings.

On-site activities include yoga, tennis, pickleball and swimming in the pond. Trail passes and equipment rentals are included in the resort fee, so guests also have easy access to hiking, mountain biking and disc golf in the summer months, as well as cross-country skiing, snow tubing, snowshoeing and sleigh rides in the winter. There may not be tons to do in the village of Grafton itself – it's a small town with a sugar house, a cheese shop and a gift shop – but that's the allure.

Address: 92 Main St., Grafton, VT 05146

Shelburne Museum: Shelburne

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The Shelburne Museum has a little bit of everything, with attractions and activities located both indoors and out: The 39 buildings housing its collections are scattered across 45 acres. One popular exhibition can be found in the Circus Building, where you can ogle the fantastical, miniature Arnold Circus Parade, a handcarved display that nearly runs the length of the 518-foot building.

This unconventional museum also features historic Vermont structures, including a rare two-lane covered bridge from 1845, a Lake Champlain lighthouse from 1871 and the 1906 Ticonderoga – a restored 220-foot steamboat and National Historic Landmark that visitors can freely explore. Reviewers say the admission cost may be a bit steep but assure you'll understand why once you see just how special this museum is. Note that the Shelburne Museum is open seasonally from May to October.

Address: 6000 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT 05482

The Tyler Place Family Resort: Highgate Springs

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Did you know there are all-inclusive resorts in Vermont? The Tyler Place Family Resort in Highgate Springs is a classic resort offering a variety of cozy accommodations such as cottages with screened porches and kitchenettes – but not kitchens, since buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in nightly rates. Speaking of meals, The Tyler Place has a unique setup for dinner: Adults are encouraged to enjoy a quiet meal while children – who get to eat earlier – play with the newfound friends and counselors they meet via the resort's award-winning programs for kids.

Together, families enjoy a seemingly endless array of activities, from banana boating and water skiing on Lake Champlain to biking around the property and exploring the gardens. Note that The Tyler Place is open seasonally from May to September and, with the exception of Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, requires a Saturday-to-Saturday reservation. Families rave about their stay at the resort, noting that it provides the perfect balance of alone time and family time.

Address: 175 Tyler Place, Highgate Springs, VT 05460

Northeast Kingdom

Referred to by locals as the Northeast Kingdom for its natural splendor, this region in the northeast corner of Vermont borders Canada and is more remote than most places in the state (if you can believe it). In addition to its beauty, this area boasts charming dining and lodging options alongside opportunities for agritourism and ecotourism. Explore the many vacation destinations along the Northeast Kingdom Byway – a 51-mile stretch that makes for a scenic driving tour – including Lake Willoughby, Mount Pisgah and Burke Mountain resort.

Animal lovers may want to check out Saint Johnsbury, which has a lively downtown area and the one-of-a-kind Dog Mountain. The 150-acre property is a haven for people and dogs (leashes optional), featuring trails, ponds, the Stephen Huneck Gallery and the Dog Chapel – a tribute to beloved departed pets. Newport, a small city with lots of water activities on Lake Memphremagog, is another potential stop in the Northeast Kingdom. Not quite along the byway but still worth a visit is the town of Jay, home to Jay Peak Resort and the Pump House indoor water park (the only one of its kind in Vermont).

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Not only is wandering through the picturesque village of Woodstock worth the trip, but you'll also find some quintessential Vermont experiences here. Learn about the history of farm life and pet farm animals at Billings Farm & Museum, or simply stroll along the scenic walking trail and gardens there – including the 20,000-square-foot Sunflower House in mid-to-late August. Across the street, visit the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, the only national park dedicated to conservation history in the U.S. There are 20-plus miles of trails, and ranger-led programs allow visitors to explore the impressive mansion on-site while learning about the conservation legacy of the families who lived there.

Tuck in for the night at the Woodstock Inn & Resort , one of the best hotels in Vermont . This historic inn has roots dating back to 1793 and was purchased by Laurance and Mary Rockefeller in 1967. Today, it offers lovely guest rooms and suites (including pet-friendly options) that combine the Rockefellers' love of nature and historic preservation. Guests can also enjoy its distinct restaurants – including the award-winning Red Rooster – plus a top-rated spa and an activity center where you can arrange off-site excursions such as fly-fishing and mountain biking.

Twin Farms: Barnard

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If you're looking for a romantic getaway in Vermont , book a stay at adults-only Twin Farms , another one of the best Vermont hotels. At this intimate, all-inclusive hotel tucked into the countryside, guests have a choice of upscale yet cozy guest rooms, suites, cottages and luxury treehouses . Or, stay at the Farmhouse, whose four suites can be booked individually or together for groups. Select cottages at Twin Farms allow up to two dogs, with beds, blankets, treats, bowls and waste cans included in the additional pet fee.

Unique activities include bee tours, ax throwing and archery when the weather is warm; in the colder months, guests can enjoy options like skiing, ice fishing and skating. Of course, the Bridge House Spa and The Furo – a serene Japanese-inspired bath house surrounded by forest views – is perfect any time of year, as is the seasonally inspired food and wine program. In fact, Twin Farms places an emphasis on the dining experience, with premium meal options including gourmet picnic lunches and private dinners in the on-site wine cellar. Previous guests can't say enough good things about Twin Farms, noting the service is beyond compare.

Address: 452 Royalton Turnpike, Barnard, VT 05031

Marvel at the natural wonders of Vermont state parks

Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors make the journey to Quechee State Park to see the Quechee Gorge – a 165-foot-deep canyon formed by glacial activity roughly 13,000 years ago. Past visitors say it's well worth the trip for the gorgeous (or gorge-ous) views from the bridge over the drop to the Ottauquechee River and from the bottom of a short hiking trail to the river's edge, particularly during foliage season. Beyond lookout points, the park offers plenty of outdoor activities like camping and fishing. Discover more about the great outdoors at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science's nearby Nature Center, which operates an educational avian wildlife rehabilitation clinic.

Emerald Lake State Park is a hiker favorite for its proximity to the Long Trail through the Green Mountains and the Appalachian Trail. Unique adventure-seekers might enjoy gold panning at Camp Plymouth State Park, watching ice climbers at Smugglers' Notch State Park in winter, and seeing hang gliders at Mount Ascutney State Park in the warmer months. Vermont has more than 50 state parks in total – a pretty impressive number for such a small state – so you are likely never far from a park worth exploring.

Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home: Manchester

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Abraham Lincoln may have been born to humble beginnings in a log cabin, but one generation later, his son Robert Lincoln became chairman of the Pullman Company, the largest manufacturing company of the day. Robert Lincoln and his wife Mary built the Hildene estate in Manchester in 1905 as a summer home, and only Lincoln descendants called it home until 1975.

Today, it stands as a memorial to the Lincoln family where visitors can take a self-guided tour of the impressive Georgian revival mansion and gardens, Lincoln-centric exhibits, Hildene's goat dairy farm, and about 12 miles of walking trails. Recent visitors praise the property as a slice of American history and a generally beautiful area to spend the day exploring.

Address: 1005 Hildene Road, Manchester, VT  05255

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Hundreds protest sexual violence at UVM on Admitted Students Visit Day

Ella Ruehsen and Halsey McLaen | February 21, 2022

Mary McLellan

An admitted student and parent walk past the protest, Feb. 18.

Editor’s note: This story was updated Feb. 22 at 9:00 p.m. to correct the spelling of a source’s last name and to correct the year used in one of the timeline points. 

Hundreds gathered on Feb. 18, Admitted Students Visit Day, to protest UVM’s Feb. 17 Instagram post, which simultaneously congratulated athletics and denounced anonymous accusations of sexual assault on social media.

UVM posted on Instagram at approximately 9 p.m. to congratulate its men’s basketball team on its sixth straight America East Regular Season Title and to draw attention to the issue of sexual violence at the University.

“UVM does not tolerate sexual assault misconduct and takes such accusations seriously,” the post stated. “Anonymous accusations on social media are not helpful to victims or to anyone impacted by sexual violence.”

The protest

Between 200 – 300 students congregated on the green at Andrew Harris Commons, said Melanie Waldbrise, sergeant for UVM Police Services. The group formed around 11:40 a.m. and officially began its demonstration at noon, brandishing signs and filling the air with chants.

“UVM appointed a Sexual Violence Prevention and Education Coordinator approximately 18 days ago and what happened?” first-year Sofia Ferraro said. “UVM has yet again shown that they only care about protecting rapists and sexual assault perpetrators with last night’s Instagram post.”

As the protestors passed through the Davis Center, other students on the second-floor balcony stood and cheered in support of the cause.

After several speakers addressed the crowd outside, the procession marched through the Davis Center and passed Brennan’s Pub and Bistro, a site marked off with reserved seating for Admitted Students Visit Day attendees.

Many tour guides, known as AdvoCats, went on strike the day of the protest in response to UVM’s Instagram post, according to a Feb. 20 email from Director of Admissions Moses Murphy. In their absence on ASVD, admissions pivoted to offering self-guided tours.

“I explicitly informed guests that many of our students were engaging in social activism on Friday, and that AdvoCats were choosing to also engage in activism by not leading the ASV day campus tours,” Murphy’s email stated.

The last time UVM students staged a protest on an ASVD was the 2018 Waterman Takeover , according to a Feb. 18 email from Murphy.

The Waterman Takeovers are historic UVM protest events, all of which aimed to address issues of race and racism within the UVM community, according to VTDigger’s republished edition of the Cynic’s Black History Month coverage .

This protest happening on ASVD threatens UVM’s retention of the next incoming class, which will push the University into acting, first-year Adam Franz said.

“If I was coming to admitted students day, and I saw this protest, I’d be really fucking scared to go here,” junior Ali Fanger said. “If you’re going to pay a ton of money to go here, know that UVM doesn’t protect survivors.”

The protest made a significant impression on admitted student Rachael Neiberger, and was the most memorable part of her day, she said.

“[This] complicates the image of the school,” Neiberger said. “[I’m] less comfortable and concerned about safety.”

Sophomore Sean Cunneen said UVM’s mishandling of sexual violence shocks him. He had a friend visiting UVM for Admitted Students Visit Day, who was not happy to hear about this issue, Cunneen said.

“[I] recommended that she doesn’t choose [UVM] as a final school,” Cunneen said. “If UVM keeps behaving this way, […] they’re going to be losing popularity and if they want to keep getting students’ money they have to change.”

The cause for protest

The Instagram post received 280 comments in 30 minutes, according to a post from Instagram account @shareyourstoryuvm, an account for survivors to share their stories of assault anonymously.

UVM removed its post after 30 minutes, according to a handout from the event.

The post uploaded to UVM’s Instagram account does not match the style guide they typically use for posts. Instead it matches the style guide used by @shareyourstoryuvm.

UVM’s typical statement posts are designed with a bright photo in the background and a serif typeface.

The post uploaded on Thursday night was designed with a green background, white sans serif text and logo UVM-0001 , a primary athletic mark, which are all elements @shareyourstory includes in their posts.

UVM athletics faced backlash for protecting abusers within its institution, according to several student sources and the @shareyourstoryuvm Instagram posts. The men’s basketball team in particular is the target of a significant number of allegations.

Ten posts on @uvmshareyourstory mention the men’s basketball team, eight of which detail sexual assault, as of Feb. 18. One of these posts is a duplicate. No other sports team at UVM is mentioned this frequently on the account.

Graduate student Kendall Ware faced a mishandling of her sexual assault investigation as an undergrad in fall 2020, according to an Oct. 13, 2020 Cynic article on the case. Her abuser played for the men’s basketball team at the time.

“It’s just hard to see sports teams being congratulated when there are survivors at this school who are not being heard,” sophomore and survivor Sabine Love said. “And their use of the language ‘victim’ instead of ‘survivors,’ I mean, we’re not victims. We are survivors. That is very triggering.”

First-year Sofia Ferraro said she found the post tone-deaf and insensitive.

“I think them turning off [Instagram] comments is a way of protecting their reputation,” Ferraro said. “Every school has a sexual assault issue but the way UVM handles it is just so incredibly poor.”

Senior Jessie Dion said these issues need to be addressed and UVM should avoid pushing these issues under the rug.

“The posts that UVM basketball put up [were] so terrible, to say that anonymous things don’t help anybody because it does help people,” Dion said. “But that should be addressed. These players shouldn’t be allowed to play despite their skill.”

Patricia Prelock, provost and senior vice president, addressed the UVM community in an email sent two hours after the protest, at 2:04 p.m. Feb. 18.

“Following a University post yesterday about the Men’s Basketball team, there were numerous harmful comments accusing the entire team of sexual misconduct,” the email stated. “We are aware that UVM’s post in response to these comments was not received in the way it was intended.”

UVM does not tolerate sexual violence and has put significant effort and resources into prevention and support, according to the the email.

UVM athletics recognizes the harm felt by survivors and the importance of their control over if and how they choose to come forward, according to a statement from Director of Athletics Jeff Schulman, by way of a Feb. 20 email from Nich Hall, director of communications for UVM athletics.

The athletics department refers all known allegations to the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity immediately upon becoming aware, according to the statement. The AAEO then handles investigating those reports independently.

“As is the case for all students, student-athletes are not sanctioned based solely on an allegation on social media or elsewhere,” Schulman stated. “We are also aware of student-athletes who are being collectively targeted with accusations simply due to their association with a particular team or group and recognize the impact of these accusations.”

UVM Athletics has also expanded its sexual violence prevention programming significantly over the past several months, according to the email and a Feb. 14 Vermont Cynic article.

This protest comes nearly 10 months after thousands of students staged a walk-out May 3, 2021. Protestors flooded the steps of Waterman to stand against UVM’s handling of sexual violence and to advocate for improved prevention and support strategies for the UVM community.

On May 3, 2021, UVM administration agreed to a set of 17 student demands, originally released April 30, 2021, according to a May 4, 2021 Cynic article.

Since that time, UVM has implemented 14 demands on the list and is in the process of implementing the final three, according to the University’s   We Hear You website .

Still, UVM’s efforts since last spring have been unsatisfactory, Franz said.

“It’s not enough to say nice things, it’s not enough to post things on social media,” Franz said. “If they’re really committed to [ending] sexual violence on our campus, they need to put a lot more resources into it.”

The collective effort behind the protest

Love first saw the idea for this protest on YikYak, an anonymous social media platform, they said.

“[It] was super surprising that an anonymous social media platform was able to basically create a protest in under 12 hours, of just people saying that they were angry and they want to protest and then people came together and heard other people’s voices,” she said.

UVM Union of Students later shared details of the event on their Instagram story at 12:03 a.m., Feb. 18.

Explain the Asterisk VT, an organization that aims to end campus sexual violence, according to its website, shared the same event details on their Instagram story around 10 a.m., Feb. 18.

“My immediate reaction [to UVM’s post], I had a pit in my stomach,” first-year Clara Campbell said.

Campbell found it disgusting that the post went directly from congratulating the basketball team to what she believed was invalidating survivors, she said.

“It’s a kick in the face to [say], ‘We take this seriously, but not seriously enough to give it its own post,’” Franz said. “It’s performative and they couldn’t even get the performance right.”

What is to come?

Ferraro said although students have not distilled specific additional demands for the University to address, she is grateful to see that action is happening.

“The protest today was more about gaining momentum,” Ferraro said. “These people were so angry, like, rightfully so. There’s going to be a lot in the future that I know already people have been planning.”

Dion said they are also looking forward to seeing people bringing their attention back to this issue.

“I think it is really important to continue this work,” Dion said. “And I think that there could be more protests. And I think that the University just needs to do more.”

The University can do much better to address sexual assault on campus if more people listen and act in support, sophomore Wes Hatfield said.

Seeing student activism is encouraging, admitted student Wyatt Pole said.

“I was scared because of [the protest] but at the same time […] I feel better that they’re being vocal about it,” Pole said.

Love and junior Abigale Szlajen said students are in the process of planning another protest, set to take place early next week.

Any survivors in need of support can access 24/7 hotline services through HOPE Works advocates at (802)-863-1236.

CAPS Counselor Laurie Brown is hosting a weekly Survivor’s Space for drop-in support, Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Women and Gender Equity Center, through the Center for Health and Wellbeing, according to UVM’s website . The Center is located at 34 South Williams St.

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While Windsor is more sedate than it was a century ago, there’s still plenty to see and do there, from the American Precision Museum , which explores the town’s role as the birthplace of manufacturing, to Artisans Park , which showcases Vermont’s leadership in producing craft foods, beverages and handmade wares. Windsor also offers easy access to year-round outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, biking and paddling.

If you want to visit Windsor, Vermont, here’s a suggested itinerary.

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Boston Dreams

This coffeehouse and bakery stands out in Windsor — not just because there aren’t many eateries downtown but because it’s also a Red Sox-themed sports gallery. The café offers creative hot and cold beverages including the Shamrock Mocha and Nutty Irishman, best enjoyed in nice weather on the outdoor patio. Try the baked goods, such as French toast muffins and raspberry cream cheese danishes, plus the pulled-pork panini, award-winning chili and lobster sliders. In keeping with Boston vernacular, the last should be pronounced “lobstah slidas.” 7 State St., Windsor

Windsor Diner

For old-school eats, the Windsor Diner is a classic, 1950s-era lunch counter serving breakfasts of eggs, omelettes, sausages and pancakes — and lunches of burgers, club sandwiches and tasty hand-cut fries. This train-car diner lives up to its motto, “Good food fast.” 135 Main St., Windsor

American Precision Museum

Windsor introduced the world to manufacturing decades before Henry Ford’s Model Ts rolled off the assembly line. This small but fascinating museum, located in a four-story former brick armory that’s now on the National Register of Historic Places, is a must-see for anyone who works with their hands or simply loves machinery and gadgets. And the museum isn’t only rooted in the past; it also demonstrates 21st-century, state-of-the-art machinery, including 3D printers and robots. 196 Main St., Windsor

No visit to Windsor is complete without a quick stop at the longest wooden bridge in the United States, built in 1866 for $9,000 to span the Connecticut River. The impressive structure is best photographed from the New Hampshire side facing Vermont, though as the historic sign on the east entrance warns, “Walk your horse or pay [a] two dollar fine.” Bridge St., Windsor

Artisans Park

Visitors to Windsor can spend an entire afternoon shopping, dining and taking in live entertainment at this enclave of eight local businesses. Sample locally made craft beer, cider, tequila and root beer at the Harpoon Brewery Taproom and Beer Garden ; craft and small-batch spirits, ciders and cocktails at the SILO Distillery barn and tasting room; and sweet and savory jams, preserves and marmalades at Blake Hill Preserves . Watch daily glassblowing and pottery-making demonstrations at Simon Pearce , then pick up some gift items for friends and family back home. Finally, get your blood pumping on an outdoor excursion with Great River Outfitters , which offers mountain bike rentals and self-guided float trips on the Connecticut River via canoes, kayaks, tubes and standup paddleboards. 71 Artisans Way, Windsor

Path of Life Sculpture Garden

A serene and introspective outdoor experience can be found year-round at this 14-acre crafted landscape of unusual sculptures and walking paths along the Connecticut River. Allow plenty of time to lose yourself in the hedge maze, meander through the woods, and simply relax or picnic by the banks of the river. 36 Park Rd., Windsor

Mount Ascutney State Park

One of Vermont’s oldest state parks encompasses the 3,144-foot Mount Ascutney, whose name comes from native Abenaki words meaning “mountain of the rocky summit.” The park offers more than 12 miles of hiking trails, with spectacular views of the Green and White mountains. Visitors seeking a less strenuous climb can drive up the 3.7-mile Mount Ascutney Parkway to an elevation of 2,800 feet, then hike the final mile to the summit. Visit for the day or camp overnight in a tent, RV or cabin. 1826 Back Mountain Rd., Windsor

Windsor Station Restaurant

This former Central Vermont Railway depot, which operated from 1901 until the mid-1960s, was converted into a railroad-themed restaurant in 1978. Today, it offers an impressive gourmet menu, from starters and small plates of blue crab cakes, fried calamari, bruschetta and saffron-citrus mussels to entrées of filet mignon, chicken piccata, blackened salmon and grilled sirloin chimichurri. The bar offers a solid selection of Vermont-made beers on tap. Reservations are strongly recommended. 26 Depot Ave., Windsor

Frazer’s Place

A small roadside snack bar and ice cream stand, Frazer’s Place punches well above its culinary class, serving up such unexpected eats as avocado-bacon Bennies for breakfast; pesto chicken melts for lunch; and shrimp scampi, beef tenderloin tips and General Tso's chicken stir-fry for dinner. But it's the frozen desserts that really take the cake: ice cream floats, sundaes and soft-serve ice cream — more commonly known in Vermont as creemees. 2066 Route 5, Windsor

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Incumbents survive Vermont’s most closely watched state Senate primaries

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Updated at 9:25 a.m. on Aug. 14.

With six vacancies announced in the 30-member Vermont Senate since the start of 2024, there’s an unusual number of open seats this year, prompting competitive primaries throughout the state.  

In April, the late Democratic Sen. Dick Mazza stepped down from his Grand Isle seat. And in June, Sen. Dick Sears, a longtime Bennington County Democrat, died . The retirements of Sens. Jane Kitchel, D-Caledonia; Brian Campion, D-Bennington; Dick McCormack, D-Windsor; and Bobby Starr, D-Orleans, presented additional opportunities for newcomers to join the upper chamber. 

Even in some districts where all the incumbents were seeking reelection, challengers made primary bids to unseat sitting senators. 

Chittenden Central

The race for three seats in deep blue Chittenden County was perhaps the night’s most closely watched Senate competition .

Stewart Ledbetter, a veteran broadcast journalist, was challenging three incumbents in the Democratic primary. But unofficial results from the Secretary of State’s Office showed Ledbetter finishing in fourth.

Sen. Martine Gulick, a Democrat, and Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Baruth, a Democrat/Progressive, in first and second place, respectively, with 24% and 22% of the vote. Sen. Tanya Vyhovsky, a Progressive/Democrat, came in third with 20%, with Ledbetter finishing roughly 300 votes behind her.

The mood was joyous inside Simple Roots Brewing in Burlington, where the incumbents toasted their apparent victory. Vyhovsky had broken an earring in a celebratory hug. 

“The process has been really intense. I mean, Martine and I worked really hard. We were out knocking doors every weekend, evenings when we could,” Vyhovsky said in an interview Tuesday night. “Just this weekend alone, volunteers knocked almost 1,000 doors in the Old North End.”

Gulick similarly praised the team’s determination. 

“We worked really hard, and we helped each other out, and Tanya was very instrumental in me having the result that I had today,” Gulick said Tuesday night. 

From their headquarters in Burlington's South End Tuesday night, Vermont Progressives gathered to celebrate their wins. As incumbent Vyhovsky edged ahead of Ledbetter around 9 p.m., the room erupted in cheers — heartiest of all from Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman.

Ledbetter’s campaign garnered significant donations from prominent business owners and landlords. With the four candidates running on similar platforms, observers suggested the race could come down to name recognition.

“It looks like we came up about maybe 300 votes short,” Ledbetter said in a Tuesday night speech at a Winooski wine bar, where his campaign held a gathering. “Well, it is what it is, and we don't have final numbers yet, but I don't see how they're going to change. So, I think tonight is a night to say thank you.”

Both of Bennington County’s Democratic Senate seats were up for grabs this year after Sen. Campion decided to leave office and Sen. Sears died in June . 

Democratic Rep. Seth Bongartz of Manchester ran to fill one of the seats, and handily picked up 44% of the vote, according to unofficial results from the Vermont Secretary of State’s Office, as of 10:30 p.m., with 18 out of 19 precincts reporting.

Rob Plunkett, a deputy state’s attorney from Bennington, ran a write-in campaign and secured about 20% of the vote, according to the unofficial results.

Write-ins accounted for 30% of all votes cast in Bennington’s Democratic primary, and were directed at more than 10 different candidates. 

Sears had planned to run for reelection, and his name appeared on the ballot , leading some to believe he would end up the top vote-getter on Tuesday. But he appeared to come in third overall with 13% of the vote, according to the unofficial results. 

Manchester Selectboard member Jonathan West declared his candidacy in July, the Manchester Journal reported , but he did not wage a write-in campaign. Rather, West urged residents of the district to vote for Sears one last time, which would result in the local Democratic committee selecting the party’s candidate after the election. 

Joe Gervais of East Arlington ran uncontested in the Republican primary. 

Sen. Andy Julow of North Hero, who was appointed to fill Mazza’s seat in the single-member district in May, won the Democratic primary on Tuesday, edging out Julie Hulburd of Colchester.

Julow clinched the nomination with 49% of the vote, according to unofficial results from the Vermont Secretary of State’s Office.

After a long day of talking to constituents at the polls, Julow said in an interview Tuesday night that he was celebrating his win by relaxing at home with his three dogs. 

“I’m really happy with the results,” he said. “And I’m excited to get back to work.”

Facing Julow in the Democratic primary was Hulburd, who has served in local government and on state committees, including the Vermont State Ethics Commission and the Cannabis Control Board. Hulburd fell shortly behind Julow with 45% of the vote, according to the Secretary of State’s unofficial results.  

Rep. Pat Brennan, of Colchester, didn’t have competition in the Republican primary for the Senate district.

Candidates from both parties had sought to model themselves in Mazza’s image . The late Colchester Democrat held the Grand Isle Senate seat for nearly four decades. 

Democratic Sens. Ruth Hardy of East Middlebury and Chris Bray of Bristol overcame a primary challenge from Rep. Caleb Elder in the two-member Addison Senate district. Hardy was the top vote-getter with 36% of the vote, while Bray pulled in 29%, according to unofficial results from the Vermont Secretary of State’s Office. 

Neither incumbent had faced a contested primary in their three (in the case of Hardy) and six (in the case of Bray) prior Senate races, until Tuesday. Both lead important committees — Hardy, Government Operations and Bray, Natural Resources and Energy — and they both typically win their general elections by wide margins. 

None of that dissuaded Elder of Starksboro, who currently represents the Addison-4 district in the House, from putting his name down against them in August’s primary . Elder won 23% of the vote, according to the unofficial results from the Secretary of State’s Office.

Wendy Pratt, a Democrat who is assistant director of Middlebury’s Hannaford Career Center, said at the polls Tuesday that “Hardy does very well for Addison County” because she listens to constituents' concerns in meetings. 

Joe Nelson, a forester from Ferrisburgh, told VTDigger at the polls that he was most focused on the environment. The repeated, heavy rain and warm winters have been disastrous for the land he cares for, he said. 

“We can’t get in the woods to do our work like we used to be able to,” he said. “To reduce carbon emissions is just so critical.”

Bray, he said, had earned his vote for that reason. “Some of his natural resource stuff was really good,” he said.

Hardy had appealed to him for similar reasons, Nelson said. “Everything she said was right on” when she visited Ferrisburgh recently, he said.

On the Republican side, Lesley J. Bienvenue of Leicester, Landel James Cochran of Huntington and Steven Heffernan of Bristol were vying for their party’s nomination. Heffernan and Cochran claimed the party’s nominations with 44% and 20% of the votes, respectively, according to the unofficial results from the Secretary of State’s Office.  

Kelly Brown, a hygienist from New Haven, said at the polls that she and her son Tyler had both voted for Heffernan. Added to the fact that Tyler “grew up with his kids,” Kelly appreciated that Heffernan had served in the military.

Ferrisburgh’s Judith Meynke, 66, said at the polls that Heffernan had her unequivocal support. “He’s a believer in Jesus, number one,” she said.

A crowded field of both Democratic and Republican candidates sought to win their respective parties’ nomination in the three-seat Windsor County district.  

Sen. Dick McCormack, a Democrat, is retiring after more than 30 years of legislative service. Two fellow Democratic incumbents, Sen. Becca White and Sen. Alison Clarkson, easily topped the Democratic primary, according to unofficial results from the Secretary of State’s Office. White received 27% of the vote, while Clarkson took home 26%.

Also running in that party’s primary were Joe Major, of Hartford, who secured the third Democratic nomination with 21% of the vote, and Justin Tuthill, of Pomfret, who finished fourth, according to the unofficial results. 

On the Republican side, Jack Williams, of Weathersfield, was the top vote-getter, earning 1,341 votes or 20% of the total. Andrea Murray, of Weathersfield, finished second with 1,336 votes, and Jonathan Gleason, of Ludlow, appeared to have narrowly edged out Robert Ruhlin, of Cavendish, receiving 1,135 votes to Ruhlin’s 1,036.

In the Northeast Kingdom’s single-member Caledonia district — from which Kitchel is retiring — Rep. Scott Beck, R-St. Johnsbury, a veteran House lawmaker, easily defeated JT Dodge in his bid for the Republican nomination, according to unofficial results from the Vermont Secretary of State’s Office. Beck won 79% of the vote to Dodge’s 16%. 

Dodge labeled himself a political outsider, while Beck stressed his experience working on education finance as the necessary skill for the political present. The latter also raked in considerable campaign contributions. 

And on the Democratic side, Amanda Cochrane, executive director of a social service nonprofit, defeated nursing home administrator Shawn Hallisey, winning 84% of the vote to Hallisey’s 9%. 

Cochrane, of St. Johnsbury, was endorsed by Kitchel. Hallisey, from Waterford, said he wanted to give voters a choice, rather than allow Kitchel’s preferred choice coast to victory.  

Chittenden Southeast

Three Democratic incumbents in Chittenden Southeast, Sens. Kesha Ram Hinsdale, Thomas Chittenden and Ginny Lyons, won their party’s nomination despite facing opposition from Louis Meyers, a hospitalist at Rutland Regional Medical Center. 

Lyons secured the most votes with 27.4%, according to unofficial results from the Secretary of State’s Office. She was followed closely behind by Chittenden and Ram Hinsdale, with 25.5% and 24.4% of the vote, respectively.

Meyers finished in fourth with 12.3%. 

As a physician, Meyers sought to make health care the race’s key issue . Lyons, as chair of the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare since 2019, has played a key role in shaping Vermont’s health care policy.  

Bruce Roy ran uncontested in the Republican primary.

In Orleans County’s single-member district , a contested Republican primary pit local GOP leader Samuel Douglass against a first-time legislative candidate, Aime Conrad Bellavance. 

Douglass won 50% of the vote over Bellavance’s 41%, according to unofficial results from the Secretary of State’s Office Tuesday night. 

In campaign interviews, Bellavance billed himself as a political moderate aligned with retiring Democratic Sen. Bobby Starr. Douglass, meanwhile, highlighted his work ethic both as a community member and campaigner. 

In November, the winner will face Rep. Katherine Sims, D-Craftsbury, who didn’t have competition in the Democratic Senate primary.

Theo Wells-Spackman, Sarah Mearhoff and Shaun Robinson contributed reporting.

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• 9 Ideal Nebraska Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2024

Travelers looking for a laidback getaway spent traipsing through rolling grasslands, observing wildlife, and visiting local museums will find everything they’re looking for in quiet Nebraska . The Cornhusker State, as it is often called, is home to several small towns filled with natural wonders like Chimney Rock and manmade attractions like Carhenge. With top-rated accommodations, historic downtowns, and iconic landmarks, these small towns are ideal for a Nebraska weekend trip in 2024 . Pack some bags and enjoy the prairies for a long weekend adventure.

Nebraska City

One of Nebraska City’s biggest claims to fame is Arbor Day, a holiday encouraging communities worldwide to plant trees in their neighborhoods. The holiday was born in Nebraska City and remains a vital part of the town's identity. Visitors can learn more about the holiday and enjoy the outdoors at places such as Arbor Day Farm and Arbor Lodge State Park. Activities at the state park include touring a historic mansion, exploring the walking paths, and admiring the Italian terraced garden. Not far from the park, visitors will find Arbor Day Farm, where they can enjoy zip lines, treetop courses, and shopping at the Apple House Market. Interested visitors can also stay at Arbor Day Farm for the weekend in the beautiful Lied Lodge. Other worthwhile sites in town include Steinhart Park and The Kregel Wind Mill Factory Museum.

Kearney, Nebraska, is a charming town tucked along the shores of the Platte River. And although the town is home to a wide range of fun things to see and do, one of the biggest draws to Kearney is only available in the spring. Each year, from mid-February through early April, nearly one million sandhill cranes gather in the Platte River Central Valley. According to visitkearney.org, that’s roughly 80% of the world’s sandhill crane population. This annual display has earned Kearny the Sandhill Crane Capitol of the World title. But don’t worry, there is more than just birds to enjoy here. Those traveling with kids will want to visit the Kearny Children’s Museum and the Big Apple Fun Center for an afternoon filled with interactive exhibits and fun games. For weekend accommodations, families will find a handful of popular chain hotels, but those with an adventurous spirit may choose to camp at the Fort Kearny State Recreation Area instead. Other notable sites in town include the Trails & Rails Museum and the Great Platte River Road Archway Monument.

North Platte

Calling all train buffs, rail fans, and railway enthusiasts! North Platte, Nebraska, is known for many things, but its history with the railroad is perhaps one of the most notable. Travelers interested in trains will find several points of interest throughout town, including the Cody Park Railroad Museum. Here, visitors can climb aboard the world's only publicly displayed Challenger 3900 series steam locomotive. The museum is also home to other interesting locomotives, rail cars, and historic railroad artifacts. Next, head to the Golden Spike Tower, where visitors can catch a birds-eye view of the world’s largest railyard. Inside the tower, visitors can also enjoy the gift shop, Hall of Fame, and the enclosed viewing platform, where retired railroad employees share stories about the yard. Families looking for something exciting to do in town can head to Cody Go-Karts or Wild Bill’s Fun Center. Travelers will find a wide selection of budget motels and chain hotels in town for overnight accommodations. If the weather is nice, some may choose to camp while in town at places such as Lake Maloney. State Recreation Area or the nearby Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area.

Gretna, Nebraska, is a peaceful small town roughly 20 miles from the bustling city of Omaha. Because of this proximity, many travelers seek quiet accommodations in Gretna and drive into Omaha for the day. For a simple and budget-friendly stay in Gretna, check out the Red Lion Inn & Suites. Of course, there is more to enjoy about this town than its geographical location. While in town, visit local gems like Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, where visitors can enjoy rides, attractions, and various themed festivals throughout the year. Another must-visit spot in town is Schram Park State Recreation Area. Here, visitors will find various things to do, including hiking, picnicking, bird watching, and kayaking. The park also has an educational center where visitors can interact with and learn about various aquatic animals. Chocolate lovers will want to make one final stop before leaving Gretna at the local Lindt Chocolate Shop.

For travelers who want to visit the famous Stonehenge but don’t have a UK trip within the budget, Alliance Nebraska might be the solution you’re looking for. One of Alliance's biggest draws is Carhenge, a to-scale replica of Stonehenge made with cars instead of stones. The unique art installation is open year-round and also features a small selection of additional sculptures and a gift shop for visitors to enjoy. After taking in Carhenge, history buffs will want to explore some of the local museums in town. First up is the Knight Museum and Sandhill Center, where travelers can dive into the pioneer past of Alliance and the surrounding area. Next, head to Dobby’s Frontier Town for a hands-on experience detailing what life was like in Alliance’s early years. Travelers looking for memorable accommodations in town will want to check in to Grandma Lala's Bed & Breakfast.

Ashland is a happening small town, appropriately dubbed “The Tourism Capital of Nebraska” on the town's website. Visitors exploring the area will find many things to see and do, including the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum. Here, space lovers will find a selection of interactive exhibits and historic artifacts to marvel at. Next, head to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park for an afternoon of outdoor fun. The park is a perfect place to explore at any age. Younger visitors will enjoy activities like swimming, running around the playground, and taking in a round of mini golf. The park offers hiking, ropes courses, kayaking, and fishing for older visitors. One of the main highlights here is the park’s Peter Kiewit Lodge, which serves as an ideal Ashland accommodation during a weekend trip. Finally, head to Wildlife Safari Park, where animal lovers can experience an outdoor adventure. According to the company’s website, the park has been voted the number 1 safari park in the nation and features a range of animals from bison to prairie dogs.

Ogallala, Nebraska, is a quiet, small town on the shores of the South Platte River. Travelers looking to spend a weekend in town will be met with a selection of recognizable chain hotels, including a Quality Inn & Suites, a Travelodge, and a Super 8. Once settled in, it’s time to start exploring the town. First, head to the Petrified Wood Gallery, where visitors can admire an impressive collection of folk art, petrified wood, and fossils. Next, saddle up for a movie night at the Prarie Theatre, a 1930s-era theatre that is boasted as “the best movie theatre within 50 miles.” Then head over to Mansion on the Hill, a historic Victorian home turned museum. Finally, for outdoor lovers, check out the nearby Lake Ogallala State Recreation Area. Here, travelers can enjoy hiking, camping, swimming, fishing, and more.

Located in the Great Plains region, Chadron has a beautiful landscape and offers visitors plenty of museums and outdoor adventures. As far as staying in town, the Westerner Motel offers simple rooms at great prices, which is perfect for those who plan on being out on an adventure for most of the day. Speaking of adventure, outdoor enthusiasts will want to visit Chadron State Park. The park, founded in the 1920s, is Nebraska’s first state park and offers a wide range of things to see and do. Visitors will find an archery range, a pickleball court, a basketball court, hiking trails, swimming spots, disc golf, campsites, and other lodging options. The state park is also a dark sky location for anyone interested in getting a clear view of the Milky Way. After thoroughly exploring the park, travelers can head back into town to pop in and out of local museums such as the Museum of the Fur Trade or the Dawes County Historical Museum.

Aurora, Nebraska, is a quiet, small town that caters well to history buffs. During a visit here, travelers will find a variety of local museums to explore. Starting with the Edgerton Explorit Center, visitors can enjoy a handful of hands-on science stations and museum exhibits at this family-friendly museum. Next, head to the Plainsman Museum for a look at what life was like between 1860-1950. Those who don’t mind a short 25-mile drive can also head to Lee’s Legendary Marbles & Collectables for a bit of shopping during their visit. From the marble shop, it’s only another 50 miles or so to the gorgeous Sunken Gardens in Lincon, Nebraska. Those who have the time will not regret traipsing through the gardens and admiring the beautifully maintained grounds.

When planning a 3-day weekend getaway in 2024, Nebraska is certainly worth considering. Between the abundance of beautiful prairie landscapes to the small towns with big histories, there’s always something interesting to do in The Cornhusker State. Bordering six different states, Nebraska is an accessible state that offers a reprieve from the day-to-day hustle and bustle.

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Lil Jon pumps up Democratic convention crowd during musical delegate roll call

Democrats turned down for their convention roll call vote Tuesday night, with a surprise performance by rapper Lil Jon performing his his "Turn Down for What."

This year's convention roll call vote was strictly ceremonial — Democrats had already officially confirmed Vice President Kamala Harris as its presidential nominee earlier this month in a virtual roll call vote , and went on to bless Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate.

So with no formal responsibilities to manage, Democrats emphasized the ceremonial, with a whip around the states and territories that included a DJ, popular music and special guests.

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Georgia's guest, Lil Jon, appeared in the stands to perform as he walked toward the rest of the state delegation and state chairwoman, Rep. Nikema Williams.

"DNC, turn down for what?" Lil Jon rapped as he walked down onto the convention floor.

"VP Harris, gimme the Walz," he appeared to sing, as the hook to another one of his hits, "Get Low" ft. the East Side Boys, began. (The song includes the line "to the window, to the wall.")

Other states leaned on popular songs as they took to the microphones: Kansas featured the song "Carry On Wayward Son" by Kansas (though the song was partially overshadowed by someone screaming into the microphone that they couldn't hear).

Massachusetts cast its votes to the Dropkick Murphy's song "Shipping Up to Boston," while Mississippi voted as blues music played and Michigan voted to "Lose Yourself" by Eminem.

New Jersey voted to Bruce Springsteen's "Born In the USA," with Gov. Phil Murphy declaring: "We're from Jersey, baby, and you're not." For the Wisconsin vote, House of Pain's "Jump Around," which is featured at University of Wisconsin football games, was the theme music. For Florida's vote, Tom Petty's "Won't Back Down" played.

Arkansas played "Don't Stop" by Fleetwood Mac, the campaign song of native son and former President Bill Clinton, while North Carolina voted as Petey Pablo's "Raise Up," which repeatedly refers to the state in its chorus, played in the background.

"Despacito" by Luis Fonsi played as Puerto Rico cast its votes. "Get on Up" by James Brown served as the soundtrack for South Carolina's votes. Dolly Parton's "9 to 5" rang out as Tennessee took its turn. "Stick Season," a song by up-and-coming Vermont artist Noah Kahan, rang out as his home state voted. John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" played behind West Virginia's vote. And as California Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced Harris' home state delegation, Tupac Shakur's "California Love" played, among other songs.

Actor Wendell Pierce appeared with the Louisiana delegation and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker took the microphone to "Sirius" by The Alan Parsons Project, a song best known for kicking off Chicago Bulls games.

Actor Sean Astin, who played the titular character in the movie "Rudy" about an underdog Notre Dame football player, joined the Indiana delegation amid "Rudy!" chants. Director and actor Spike Lee joined the New York delegation as Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' "Empire State Of Mind" played.

The convention roll call has long been one of the more hokey parts of political conventions, which can be hokey events by nature. State delegations of both parties regularly include special guests and take the time to emphasize their states' claims to fame.

In 2020, the Democrats held a virtual roll call due to pandemic-era gathering restrictions and featured video from state delegations.

One memorable video was from the Rhode Island delegation, featuring state party chair Joseph McNamara dubbing his state the "calamari comeback state" as a man stood next to him holding a heaping plate of the fried appetizer.

The "Calamari Man" didn't make a repeat appearance, as the chef told T he Associated Press that he's backing former President Donald Trump in 2024.

Ben Kamisar is a national political reporter for NBC News

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USDA Invests Nearly $4.1 Million in Risk Management Education for Farmers, Including Underserved and Organic Producers

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WASHINGTON, August 8, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it is awarding nearly   $4.1 million to organizations and outreach efforts to educate underserved, small-scale, and organic producers on farm risk management and climate-smart farm practices. The funding from USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) provides assistance through its Risk Management Education Partnerships for organizations, such as nonprofits and land grant universities, to develop training and resources for producers about risk management options.  

“This funding and these partnerships are key to the success of our outreach and education efforts in communities that historically have not had access to training about risk management options. Our Risk Management Education Partnerships are part of USDA’s broader efforts to ensure equity and access to programs,” said RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger during a virtual event announcing the 2024 recipients. “We need to work with growers, and livestock producers to provide them with the training and resources about risk management options and how to apply them to their farming businesses, and these partnerships will help us do just that.” 

This nearly $4.1 million investment builds on the $13 million that RMA has already provided in partnerships since 2021. RMA advertised available funding in January 2024 and reviewed 41 applications. 

This year’s partnership projects will reach every state in the nation, including eight state-specific, four regional, and three national programs. Out of the 15 organizations receiving funding, six are new partners and nine are current or former partners, including non-profits and university extensions, among others. 

One of the 2024 awardees, Right Risk, LLC, a non-profit group dedicated to providing top notch risk management education will continue their outreach work. “The funding we’ve received through our Risk Management Education partnership will allow us to continue outreach to Alaskan producers,” said Jeff Tranel, Owner and Chief Financial Officer for Right Risk, LLC. “We use on-site trainings, recorded presentations, newsletters, one-on-one coaching, printed materials, and the Right Risk Alaska-specific website to educate producers in Alaska about risk management options.” 

The 2024 awardee organizations and their projects include:  

• Cross Over Community Development – Provides comprehensive educational sessions on production, marketing, financial, legal and human risks geared to small-scale immigrant farmers. 
• Georgia Organics – Offers outreach and educational programing to organic and underserved farmers in Georgia about risk management options, business strategies and record keeping.  
• Napa Valley Grapegrowers – Provides risk management education to 500 Napa wine grape producers on: climate smart agriculture, organic and specialty crop farming, Crop Insurance 101 and water conservation.  
• Oregon Tilth – Increases awareness, understanding, and use of crop insurance and risk management tools by organic producers and those transitioning to organic production.  
• Northeast Organic Farming Association – Supports Vermont farmers by increasing their knowledge of climate-smart agriculture, risk management tools and crop insurance. 
• Right Risk, LLC – Develops multi-faceted approach to assist Alaskan producers understand and implement crop insurance and risk management strategies to improve their opportunities for success.  
• Rural South Institute – Builds resilient farm operations through increased participation in crop insurance and adoption of value-added and climate-smart agricultural practices.  
• University of Arkansas – Delivers workshops that support young Native American beginning farmers and ranchers by equipping them with culturally appropriate risk mitigation strategies focused on climate resilience and strengthening local Tribal food economies.  
• University of Arkansas, Division of Agriculture – Provides online and in-person Train-the-Trainer workshops, including all 1890 Land Grant Institutions on the fundamentals of federal crop insurance.   
• University of Connecticut –  Delivers program designed to mitigate financial and production risks through on-farm tours, online classes and a crop insurance decision application tool for producers.  
• University of Maine – Educates farmers about mitigating risks due to climate events, pest outbreaks, market changes and poor business skills through increased awareness and understanding of federal crop insurance programs. 
• University of Nevada, Reno – Assists producers understanding of existing and emerging federal crop/livestock insurance programs in Nevada and throughout the West while focusing on local and regional food systems.  
• RMA Southeast Ambassador – designed to strengthen the agency’s outreach, engagement, and impact within the agricultural community by creating channels for two-way communication and feedback, ensuring programs meet the needs of underserved agricultural communities in 13 states in the Southeast region.  
• Tribal Ambassador – designed to strengthen the agency’s outreach, engagement, and impact to better meet the unique agricultural needs of farmers and ranchers within Tribal communities.
• Navigator Learning Platform – partnership with Custom Ag Solutions to strengthen technical assistance to underserved producers by training specialists tasked with providing outreach and technical assistance on key topics related to crop insurance.  

More Information

Crop insurance is sold and delivered solely through private crop insurance agents. A list of crop insurance agents is available at all USDA Service Centers and online at the  RMA Agent Locator . Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at  rma.usda.gov or by contacting your  RMA Regional Office . 

USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so many positive ways. Under the Biden-Harris administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to safe, healthy and nutritious food in all communities, building new markets and streams of income for farmers and producers using climate smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in infrastructure and clean energy capabilities in rural America, and committing to equity across the Department by removing systemic barriers and building a workforce more representative of America. To learn more, visit  usda.gov .  

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