Summer is here!!
In past blog posts, we have mentioned a few times the various activities that people can enjoy in the area. Every guest that visits the Wilmington Inn has expressed surprise when they hear about all of the adventures that await everyone in the Deerfield Valley year round. We have received lots of questions about various activities so we wanted to send out our top 5 favorite things (right now) to do. The list is based off our personal enjoyment & interests; with that in mind there is no rhyme or reason to the order of the list.
5. Hiking & Mountain Biking
There are some amazing hiking trails within walking distance of downtown Wilmington. Here is a link to our local trail map:
Or if you are looking for different options here are some great spots to go:
4. Zoar Outdoor
Zoar Outdoor is a regional company that offers multiple outdoor adventures & rentals to offer up lots of different things to do. Zoar is located directly across the street from the Wilmington Inn allowing you to take advantage of all activities without using your car! Zoar offers the following rentals in Wilmington; paddle boarding, kayaking & mountain bikes. Let the Adventure begin! Mention you are staying at the Wilmington Inn & receive 10% off!
3. Adams Farm
Adams Farm is a family run farm since 1865 & the farm is currently owned & operated by the 5th generation owner, Kip Adams. Adams Farm is a terrific location to visit with lots of different fun activities. On the farm, they offer; petting zoo, horseback riding, paintball, fishing, Farm to Table BBQ and many more activities. You can check their website here- reservations recommended:
2. Boat Rental & Harriman Reservoir (also known as the Lake around these parts)
The main drag through Wilmington is the Molly Stark Byway or Route 9. Molly Stark Byway follows the expansive Harriman Reservoir (also known as Lake Whitingham) for more than a mile. The Lake is a power reservoir owned & operated by TransCanada. The Lake is over 8 miles long & features 28 miles of winding coastline. People say the Lake can appear packed & you can always find a quiet Spot! With that in mind, there are lots of things to do. There are some great beach areas & swimming holes.
We recommend you check out High Country Marine, they rent everything from Wave Runners to Pontoon boats:
1. Fishing
Fishing is #1 because Charlie is an avid fisherman for saltwater & freshwater. Keep in mind, fishing is one of his hobbies, but he by no means a pro. As we all know Vermont is a land locked state so saltwater fishing is out of question; but the freshwater fishing is plentiful. In Wilmington you can fish from a boat or there is great shore fishing. Recently, the Wilmington Inn partnered with Brian Lynch of Pheasant Tail Tours to be the exclusive fly-fishing guide for the Wilmington Inn. Brian is a local guide who fishing on the Deerfield River & other local spots. Check out Brian’s website for more information http://www.pheasanttailtours.
With Fishing on the mind, we are excited to roll out our first fly-fishing weekend at the Wilmington Inn July -8-9! The Inn will be open only to guests who book the fly-fishing package so everyone can sit around in the evening and share tales about the great fish they have caught! The package includes:
- Fly-fishing with two guides on Sunday July 9th for 4-5 hours in the morning at a local fishing spots along the Deerfield River & local rivers
- Fly-fishing gear is available (request ahead of time)
- Welcome reception Saturday July 8th at the inn with complimentary appetizers, fly tying, & maybe a few more surprises
- Complimentary breakfast Sunday morning before departing for fly-fishing
- Bagged lunch to have on fishing trip
This amazing package is available at a discounted rate of $125 plus room accommodations. You can't beat this price! Want to make a weekend out of it? Arrive Friday night & fly fish Saturday as well for an additional $85 ($210 package on website), or use Saturday to relax and explore this great town.
Reservations can be booked in several ways:
- Call the Wilmington Inn at 802-464-3768
- email us: innkeeper@
thewilmingtoninn.com - Book online at www.thewilmingtoninn.com
- Select the dates you want to stay
- Select "special rates" & choose Fly Fishing Weekend
- Select what Packages you would like to join; either Sunday only or both Saturday & Sunday
Hope everyone enjoyed learning about all of the various activities in Wilmington! Come up & visit soon! Excited for the new renovations? Like our Facebook page to see the before & after!
See you soon!
Megan & Charlie Foster
See you soon!
Megan & Charlie Foster
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