It's been a strange winter season with ongoing rain, warm days, and a late season snow storm. Still, we hope you've enjoyed outdoor adventures, time with loved ones, and peace and quiet. Maybe you're gearing up for bike season, hiking dry trails, or have already...
As the sun begins to shine and the first signs of spring arrive, we start looking ahead to putting our skis away, tuning our bikes, and getting out the summer gear. Though we still have a ways to go before trails are snow-free and dry, it's an exciting time of year....
WOOHOO! Not only does It fill us with joy and excitement to see progress on Grout Pond Hut (think of how many adventures there are to be had, stories to be told, and special moments to be shared), but we are also full of gratitude. For this hut build- and many more to...
Vermont Huts on the Radio! WDEV hosted us on the Travels with Charlie radio show this past June. It was great to be in the studio and talk to Charlie Papillo about VHA, the FOREST Program, and more. Listen to the full interview HERE: bit.ly/VHA-travelswithcharlie To...
Sharing Simple Joys by Kristopher Hunt We're thrilled to share this guest submission in celebration of Pride Month by VMBA member Kristopher Hunt. Interested in writing a guest post for Vermont Huts? Email: Dani@vermonthuts.org. I like the simultaneous simplicity and...
Guest blogger and bikepacking semi-pro Dana Allen has put together a rad check list of his go-to gear. Check out the image below as it corresponds to the numbered list. For many of the huts in our network, you can eliminate cookware, dishes, sleeping pad, and tent....
This was my second attempt at the Long Trail unsupported fastest known time (FKT). Unsupported means the runner/hiker must carry all supplies (food, gear, etc...) from start to finish without any assistance from anyone along the trail, and no drop bags along the way...
First off, you might be wondering: who is Spencer, you ask? He is the first person known, to our organize at least, to have successfully visited all existing hut structures in Vermont within a 6-month period. We caught up with him recently to hear more about his...
Wow. Last year was a wild ride! From a tremendously successful winter at our first hut to developing relationships that have led to nearly a dozen emerging hut opportunities, it's safe to say we made the most of 2019. Read on for a brief recap of some of these...