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Horseback Riding
Mountain View Ranch, located a few minutes away from the house, provides the perfect opportunity for beginners and experienced riders alike. Experience the Green Mountains in one of the most beautiful settings possible. Riding lessons are available for all. Visit their website at: http://www.mountainviewranch.biz
The Vermont Summer Festival is minutes from the house, and a fantastic opportunity to watch some of the top riders in the region and country compete for top honors. This is a six week competition with grand prix competitions taking place on Sunday. This competition attracts top talent from around the country and from oversees. For schedules and details, visit www.vt-summerfestival.com.
Merck Forest & Farmland Center A great family day trip or extended overnight backpacking hike, this privately owned, preserve has as its mission statement “to teach and demonstrate the benefits of innovative, sustainable management of forest and farmland.” You can visit the largest sugarhouse you have ever seen, see a windmill up close, visit with the egg-laying chickens, pet the sheep, and see how a photovoltaic system powers their facility. There are year-round programs and activities at the Merck Forest & Farmland Center. The center is a twenty minute drive from your Danby location. There is extensive cross country skiing and snow shoeing available here, and a small shop where their farm products are sold. For a current list of activities visit the Merk Forest & Farmland Center website at http://www.merckforest.com
Canoeing and Biking There are many opportunities for canoeing, including Emerald Lake, ten minutes to the
south, Danby Pond, Otter Creek, the
Battenkill River and many more.
Our 18 foot canoe is available for
your use. Although some life jackets
Mountain/Road Bicycling Biking opportunities abound. The countryside is hilly, so be prepared!
Golf The Gleneagles Golf Course At the Equinox is a 18-Hole, Public golf course located at 108 Union St, Manchester, Vermont. Equinox Resort: http://www.equinoxresort.com - (802) 362-4700
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