Vermont Winter Inn to Inn Snowshoe
A cozy winter weekend away in Vermont's spectacular Green Mountains is a wonderful way to experience the hospitality and warmth of the celebrated Moosalamoo region. After the crowds have gone, join us for gourmet dining, New England country comfort, winter hiking and snowshoeing as we make our way from one charming country inn to the next. We'll carry only daypacks as we travel the best routes in the area, including Silver Lake and the Falls of Lana, Moosalamoo's highest waterfall. In the evenings we enjoy the quiet comfort, warm hospitality, and gracious, hearty meals at the authentic, century-old Churchill House Inn and later the panoramic views, authentic antique furnishings and fresh gourmet creations of the Blueberry Hill Inn.
Vermont Winter Inn to Inn Snowshoe Itinerary:
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Day 1
Arrive at the Churchill House Inn, Brandon, Vermont. You may check in as early as 3:00 pm for more time to enjoy this fabulous inn. Be sure to arrive in time for a 6:00 pm welcome and orientation with your guide, followed by a gourmet dinner served by our hosts featuring fresh, local Vermont produce and four fantastic courses. Rest well tonight. Dinner provided.
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Day 2
We awake and are served a hearty hot breakfast at the inn's dining room before heading out on the first leg of our journey . After our host packs our trail lunches, we have our luggage shuttled to the next inn and set out for an 8.8- mile snowshoe to the Blueberry Hill Inn. We may also wish to travel an additional two miles to view the Falls of Lana and enjoy a picnic lunch. Upon our arrival at the Blueberry Hill Inn, we'll rest and enjoy another fine gourmet dinner prepared by our new hosts. Enjoy the Blueberry Hill Inn's 1800's charm and beautiful panoramic views before turning in for the night. All meals, van transportation and luggage shuttle provided.
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Day 3
After our breakfast we'll once again have our picnic lunches prepared by our gracious hosts, then set out for beautiful Silver Lake. From there we snowshoe, or hike back to the Churchill House Inn, about 8.3 miles total. We plan to arrive there to say our goodbyes sometime in the mid-afternoon. Breakfast, lunch, van transportation and luggage shuttle provided.
Although we do our very best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. This can include changes in the inns to be used, mode of travel (skis, snowshoes, or hiking boots) trails to be hiked, etc. due to weather and terrain conditions, etc. This trip is operated whether we have snow or no snow, rain or shine. Snow conditions will dictate whether we can ski or snowshoe on the trails or whether we’ll enjoy hiking sections of the trail. Typically, Vermont’s winter weather will provide plenty of snow for great snow-shoeing or cross-country skiing.
Contact REI Adventures prior to purchasing your airline tickets to confirm the trip has the minimum number of participants required to operate
If you are traveling alone and specifically request single accommodations, you will be asked to pay the full single supplement noted above. If you wish to share accommodations, we will assign you a roommate if one is available. If a roommate cannot be found, you will be asked to pay a reduced single fee, which is one half of the full single supplement. Please be advised that there are a very limited number of single accommodations available.
All accommodations, meals as noted in the daily itinerary; use of skis or snowshoes, professional guiding; taxes and inn gratuities; luggage transfers between inns, on-trip van transportation to and from trailheads when required.
Transportation from your hometown to group meeting point; insurance of any kind; alcoholic beverages - these can be purchased at Churchill House, but not at the Blueberry Hill Inn, so be sure to bring your own beverages for nights 2 and 3 if you’d like them (not all of the inns have a license to serve beer and wine; in those cases, you are allowed to bring your own to the inn, but if the inn does have a license, state law prohibits consuming your own in the common areas); soft drinks; guide gratuities and items of a personal nature.
Major: Albany International Airport, Albany, NY – 115 miles, 2.5 hours
Smaller:
Burlington International Airport, Burlington, VT – 55 miles, 1.25 hours
Manchester Airport, Manchester, NH – 135 miles, 2.75 hours
There is no reliable transfer service from any airport to our meeting place. Anticipate renting a car if flying in for this weekend getaway.
This trip is rated Moderate (3) as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are aerobic activities and more strenuous than hiking. To maximize your enjoyment of the trip and to avoid sore muscles, we suggest that you engage in a regular exercise regimen beginning at least three months prior to your departure. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.
Average daytime high temperatures usually range between 20-35 degrees F, with evening temperatures dropping below zero. Precipitation is a possibility at any time in the mountains making adequate raingear a necessity.
This trip is subject to the booking information set forth in the current REI Adventures Weekend Reservation Information. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A full gear list and detailed pre-trip information is sent upon sign-up. We highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance through REI Adventures. If coverage is purchased at the time of your initial reservation, the 'Pre-existing Conditions Exclusion' is waived (certain exclusions apply).
We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Why wait? Space is limited, reserve your adventure today.
Vermont Winter Inn to Inn Snowshoe
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Gear Checklist
- Snowshoes and Poles, or
- Cross Country Skis, Ski Boots & Poles
- Waterproof jacket and pants, lightweight waterproof and breathable (REI Elements or Goretex)
- Midweight fleece jacket (such as Polartec 200) or wool sweater
- Two mid- or lightweight thermal top and bottom made of synthetic (such as REI MTS) or wool
- Fleece or wool pants or tights
- Down jacket or vest
- Hiking or ski socks, made of wool or synthetic
- Sock liners—synthetic/wool—optional
- Comfortable, casual clothing for evenings
- Bathing suit for Blueberry Hill Inn (optional)
- Wool or fleece hat
- Baseball cap (optional)
- Ski gloves
- Lightweight glove liners of wool or synthetic
- Gaiters—these greatly help keep snow out of your boots
- Insulated hiking boots: heavy duty, waterproof, and well broken-in. Sorel-type boots do work. REI sales specialists can give great recommendations on snowshoe boots to keep your feet warm and dry
- Two 1-quart water Nalgene bottles
- Day pack – with enough room for your extra clothes, water and personal items
- Sunglasses and retainer strap
- Sunblock and lip balm
- Large plastic bag to line daypack with or a waterproof pack cover
- Personal medications
- Personal first aid kit, small and light with personal medication
- Small foam pad to sit on for lunch stops (Ensolite type)
- Pocket knife or small multi-tool
- Camera and film
- Hand and toe warmers—lightweight, disposable
- Binoculars
- Trekking poles with snow baskets (REI will provide if you do not bring your own)
