Vermont State Parks

Steven Schlussel, aka "The Weedman"

Join the staff every Thursday night from 7:30 - 9pm at the campers beach for a Bon fire with skits and story telling. Feel free to join in if you have a story to tell

7/3

Allison Kremer

2:00PM

Wilgus

Allison Kremer presents "A Tribute To The War Years". Take a sentimental journey down memory lane in a fun-filled hour of popular songs from WW 1 and WW 2, including such favorites as "This Is The Army, Mr. Jones", "White Cliffs Of Dover", "Harbour Lights", "Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree", "Roll Out The Barrel" and many more!

7/3

10:00 AM

Lake St. Catherine

Steven Schlussel, aka "The Weedman" will lead a plant identification walk though Lake St. Catherine State Park on July 3rd from 10AM until noon. Participants will learn the names and uses of some local flora and tips on how to identify plants in the wild. Comfortable shoes and water are a must.

7/3

7:00 PM

The Jessica Prouty Band is a teenage rock band that does a set of originals and covers. They have played the Hard Rock, Hampton Beach, Higher Ground, and numerous fairs, festivals and camps. This band is enjoyed by all ages because of the clean, on-pitch vocals.

7/3

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

7/3

Jammin’ in the Shelter

6:00-9:00 PM

Tom Smith and Gordon Hayes, with various other artists will provide a lively evening of music in the Stillwater Shelter from 6-9pm. Join us for a lively evening of music and comedy

7/4

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

7/4

Red Hat Musical Band

1:00 PM

Following the park's annual 4th of July parade, this musical group will perform a variety of country, pop, rock and roll, and oldies-but-goodies.

7/4

July 4th Activities

Volley Ball at Day Use
Kick ball game with staff and campers @ 11am Loop 2 field Kayak race 2pm at campers beach on spectacle pond

7/4

Bike Parade

10:00 AM

Join us at the Stillwater office at 10 am as we begin decorating for our big Bike parade through the Stillwater Campground. Decorations are supplied however you are responsible for bringing and decorating your own bike. We hope you join us in our salute to Independence Day

7/4

Nature Craft

1:00 PM

Every Saturday at 1pm in the nature center with Laurie Davis. Take a walk in the forest and transfer the items you collect to your favorite tee-shirt. It's tye dye backwards. Darker colors are better.

7/4

Saturday Night Music

7:00 pm

Bring your instrument
Sing, play or just listen!

Good time!!

7/5

1:00 PM

Button Bay

The Jessica Prouty Band is a teenage rock band that does a set of originals and covers. They have played the Hard Rock, Hampton Beach, Higher Ground, and numerous fairs, festivals and camps. This band is enjoyed by all ages because of the clean, on-pitch vocals.

7/7

Artsy Moments

An hour of arts and crafts at the Stillwater Shelter. On alternating Tuesdays

7/7

Music on Summer Night

Jenni Johnson
7:00 PM

Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz.

Tickets are $5 and include entrance to the Park. They will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.

7/9

Bon Fire Story Telling

7:30-9:00 PM

Join the staff every Thursday night from 7:30 - 9pm at the campers beach for a Bon fire with skits and story telling. Feel free to join in if you have a story to tell

7/10

7:00 PM

Lake Bomoseen

The Jessica Prouty Band is a teenage rock band that does a set of originals and covers. They have played the Hard Rock, Hampton Beach, Higher Ground, and numerous fairs, festivals and camps. This band is enjoyed by all ages because of the clean, on-pitch vocals.

7/10

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

7/10

Larry Lee Ebere

7:00-9:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of “live” country music entertainment with “Nashville Starseek Finalist” Larry Lee Ebere.

7/11

Saturday Night Music

7:00 pm

Bring your instrument
Sing, play or just listen!

Good time!!

7/11

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

7/11

Michael Kennedy

7:00 PM

Groton Nature Center

Michael Kennedy will entertain park visitors with traditional music & storytelling. Irish, English, Scottish, American music will be performed on: English Concertina, Guitar and Musical “singing” Saw. Old time traditional stories from around the world will be shared.

7/11

Vermont’s Forests, Past and Present

3:00 -4:00 PM

Explore the dynamic history of the forested landscape of the Green Mountain State. Discover clues to past lives and learn to recognize the components of a healthy forest ecosystem.
Presented by: Raymond Toolan, Lamoille and Orleans County Forester

7/11

Driftwood

5:00 PM

Come join the trio "Driftwood" for classic and original folk, rock and blues music. The vocal harmonies, mix of acoustic and electric guitar, harmonica and bass make a fun time for all.

7/11

2:00 PM

The Rick & The Ramblers musical menu consists of a hearty serving of high energy, danceable western swing and Vermont-grown original music. A favorite of Vermont State Park visitors.

7/11

Tie-Dyed T-Shirts

10:00 AM

Join us at the Stillwater office at 10 am for this creative and colorful activity. We will have some t-shirts available at a cost of $4.00 each.
You are more than welcome to bring your own.

7/11

Nature Craft

1:00 PM

Every Saturday at 1pm in the nature center with Laurie Davis. Take a walk in the forest and transfer the items you collect to your favorite tee-shirt. It's tye dye backwards. Darker colors are better.

7/11

Sand Castle Contest

10:00 AM

Get creative and join our sand castle contest on July 11 at 10am at the campers beach. Judging will start at 2pm along with photo's and prize give away.

7/12

Ascutney Mountain Run

Annual 4 mile hill climb Contact race@penguincycles.com or 802-484-5015 for more info. http://club.penguincycles.com/AscutneyRun.html

7/12

2:00 PM

Sand Bar

The Rick & The Ramblers musical menu consists of a hearty serving of high energy, danceable western swing and Vermont-grown original music. A favorite of Vermont State Park visitors.

7/14

Music on Summer Night

Starline Rhythm Boys with Danny Coane
6:00 PM

Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz.

Tickets are $5 and include entrance to the Park. They will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.

7/14

Let’s Explore

A fun hour of exploring and/or games involving nature and the world around us. Meeting in front of the Nature Center on alternating Tuesdays

7/15

Hike up Bluff Mt.

10:00 AM

Meet at Rangers cabin at 10am weather permitting. Appropriate shoes and clothing a must. Total distance of hike is 2.48miles. A short drive to trail head is necessary. For more info call the park at 723-4360

7/16

Bon Fire Story Telling

7:30-9:00 PM

Join the staff every Thursday night from 7:30 - 9pm at the campers beach for a Bon fire with skits and story telling. Feel free to join in if you have a story to tell

7/16

Knit by the River

11:00-4:00 PM

Join Margie's Muse and the Great Boston Kniting Guild for a day of relaxed knitting on the river! Hike up to Hamilton Falls if you like, visit with other yarn enthsiasts.
Questions call Margaret at 802-874-7201 or email margaret@margie'smuse.com

7/17

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

7/17

Larry Lee Ebere

7:00-9:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of “live” country music entertainment with “Nashville Starseek Finalist” Larry Lee Ebere.

7/17

What is Bugging Vermont’s Trees?

8:00-9:00 PM

Have you seen lots of insects in the woods this summer? Are you wondering about the health of your favorite trees? Get all your tree health questions answered by a forester in the know. Ron Kelley has studied aldegids, borers, and other insect pests and can tell you interesting facts about these and other tree health issues.
Presented by: Ron Kelley, Resource Protection Supervisor

7/18

Sue Wetmore

8:00 AM

Join me for a morning to find the breeding birds of the Branbury area. Warblers, thrushes, vireos are some of the possibilities and perhaps a view of the peregrine falcons nesting on Rattlesnake Pt.

7/18

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

7/18

Destroying the myths on trapping

7:00 PM

Trapper Bill Gilfillan will begin by showing a short video on this topic and answering questions.
Game Warden Jason Dukette will give a presentaion on what the job entails, laws and restrictions of wild life. You will have full insite to a game wardens routine and challenges he faces daily.

7/18

Mark Sustic & The Fiddleheads

7:00 PM

Annual Mt Ascutney Bicycle Hill Climb

The Fiddleheads are a group of young people interested in learning and performing fiddle-related music associated with Northern Vermont. Styles include Yankee, Irish, French and Appalachian, Bluegrass, Swing, Blues, rigs and jigs.

7/18

Mini Triathlon

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Bomoseen

Check out the triathlons' unique combination of swimming, biking and running.

7/18

The 10th Annual Mt Ascutney Bicycle Hill Climb is a fun and competitive event for cyclists features a 3.7 mile course with an average 12% grade. Contact race@penguincycles.com or 802-484-5015 for more info. http://club.penguincycles.com/AscutneyBike.html

7/18

Nature Craft

1:00 PM

Every Saturday at 1pm in the nature center with Laurie Davis. Take a walk in the forest and transfer the items you collect to your favorite tee-shirt. It's tye dye backwards. Darker colors are better.

7/18

Saturday Night Music

7:00 pm

Bring your instrument
Sing, play or just listen!

Good time!!

7/21

Artsy Moments

An hour of arts and crafts at the Stillwater Shelter. On alternating Tuesdays

7/22

Basket Weaving

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Join Carolyn Starr for basket weaving at the nature center.
Cost - $10.00
Limit - 10 people call ranger to sign up 723-4360.

7/23

Music on Summer Night

Mango Jam
6:00 PM

Bring a picnic for an evening of zydeco.

Tickets are $5 and include entrance to the Park. They will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.

7/23

Bon Fire Story Telling

7:30-9:00 PM

Join the staff every Thursday night from 7:30 - 9pm at the campers beach for a Bon fire with skits and story telling. Feel free to join in if you have a story to tell

7/24

Michael Kennedy

7:00 PM

Michael Kennedy will entertain park visitors with traditional music & storytelling. Irish, English, Scottish, American music will be performed on: English Concertina, Guitar and Musical “singing” Saw. Old time traditional stories from around the world will be shared.

7/24

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

7/25

2:00 PM

Lake St. Catherine

The Rick & The Ramblers musical menu consists of a hearty serving of high energy, danceable western swing and Vermont-grown original music. A favorite of Vermont State Park visitors.

7/25

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

Groton Nature Center

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

7/25

12-Strings

7:00 PM

Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.

7/25

Just Duet

7:00 PM

Button Bay

Take a sentimental trip into the past with the acoustic music of Just Duet. The husband and wife duo of Pheonyx Rose and Wally Robinson come from Shelburne, VT, and have been singing together for almost ten years. Their unique mix of classic “old-time” songs, light jazz, and original music is blended together with a touch of humor to create an evening of fun entertainment for all ages.

7/25

7:00 PM

The Jessica Prouty Band is a teenage rock band that does a set of originals and covers. They have played the Hard Rock, Hampton Beach, Higher Ground, and numerous fairs, festivals and camps. This band is enjoyed by all ages because of the clean, on-pitch vocals.

7/25

Nature Craft

1:00 PM

Every Saturday at 1pm in the nature center with Laurie Davis. Take a walk in the forest and transfer the items you collect to your favorite tee-shirt. It's tye dye backwards. Darker colors are better.

7/25

Saturday Night Music

7:00 pm

Bring your instrument
Sing, play or just listen!

Good time!!

7/25

Plant/the Sisters Talk & Walk

10:00 AM

Join Xaxakwetet Little Tree for this plant discussion and walk. Presentation will start with a visual presentation on Invasive Plants & Insects in Vermont they are threatening indigenous and beneficial plants. This will be followed by a walk to identify and talk of the quantities these plants have either as food or medicine.

7/28

Music on Summer Night

Sonny and Perley
6:00 PM

Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz.

Tickets are $5 and include entrance to the Park. They will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.

7/28

Susan Reit and Mary Ann Samuels

7:00 PM

Burton Island

Susan Reit and Mary Ann Samuels sing and play traditional tunes on harp, hammered dulcimer. Their program will include songs of Lake Champlain, tunes from the Andes, Ireland and their own compositions. Audiences are always invited to sing and play along.

7/28

Let’s Explore

A fun hour of exploring and/or games involving nature and the world around us. Meeting in front of the Nature Center on alternating Tuesdays

7/30

Bon Fire Story Telling

7:30-9:00 PM

26th Annual Champlain Valley Folk Festival

Join the staff every Thursday night from 7:30 - 9pm at the campers beach for a Bon fire with skits and story telling. Feel free to join in if you have a story to tell

7/31-8/2

Kingsland Bay

Honoring Traditional Music and Dance in the Champlain Valley

7/31

Steven Schlussel, aka "The Weedman"

10:00 AM

Emerald Lake

Steven Schlussel, aka "The Weedman" will lead a plant identification walk though Emerald Lake State Park on July 31st from 10AM until noon. Participants will learn the names and uses of some local flora and tips on how to identify plants in the wild. Comfortable shoes and water are a must.

7/31

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

8/1

Ashley Hensel-Browning

2:00 PM

A family dance class that draws on the elements of nature to play, learn, and make dances with each other, exploring how movement can be used as a source of expression, connection, and joy across generations.

8/1

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

Coolidge

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

8/1

12-Strings

7:00 PM

Ricker Pond

Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.

8/1

7:00 PM

The Jessica Prouty Band is a teenage rock band that does a set of originals and covers. They have played the Hard Rock, Hampton Beach, Higher Ground, and numerous fairs, festivals and camps. This band is enjoyed by all ages because of the clean, on-pitch vocals.

8/2

1:00 PM

Sand Bar

The Jessica Prouty Band is a teenage rock band that does a set of originals and covers. They have played the Hard Rock, Hampton Beach, Higher Ground, and numerous fairs, festivals and camps. This band is enjoyed by all ages because of the clean, on-pitch vocals.

8/2

Pancake Breakfast

8:00 AM

Vermont Knit and Fiber Camp 2009

Join us in Big Deer from 8:00am to 9:30am for a pancake breakfast featuring Vermont Products. Our Hosts at Big Deer (Sandy and Patti) will keep you in stitches as they cook and serve you breakfast. Pancakes, Bacon or Sausage, Real maple syrup and milk to drink. Your day just can’t start any better than this.

8/7-8/9

Kettle Pond

Knit Camp is a weekend retreat for folks interested in fiber crafts and arts to enjoy each other's company, learn new stitches and techniques, and talk about yarns, and life. Contact: Siobhan Perricone; Email: morganna@foobox.com; Web: vtknitcamp.wikispaces.com; Call: 802-279-0526

8/7

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

8/8

Ken Mahren

6:00 PM

Unique, Innovative and Original New Age Acoustic Guitar Music "What influenced me the most when writing this music was Mussorgsky”s Pictures at an Exhibition. Each piece is an acoustic guitar story. I wrote these tunes to take you somewhere."
Listen online at http://SableMountainRecords.com .

8/8

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

8/8

Lake Champlain Land Trust Protected Landscape Tour

Round Pond - South Hero

Our family-friendly hike rewards the hiker with an easy 10 minute walk to the shores of Lake Champlain. Come skip a stone with us or spot hundreds of frogs hopping along the
shale beach!
Click here to view the flyer for this event or e-mail info@lclt.org for more information.

8/8

Second Annual Treasure Hunt

Come join the fun and hunt for pirates treasure off the cove of spectacle pond. Beware maties, the ghost 's of Black jack's crew still roams the pond.

8/8

Just Duet

7:00 PM

Take a sentimental trip into the past with the acoustic music of Just Duet. The husband and wife duo of Pheonyx Rose and Wally Robinson come from Shelburne, VT, and have been singing together for almost ten years. Their unique mix of classic “old-time” songs, light jazz, and original music is blended together with a touch of humor to create an evening of fun entertainment for all ages.

8/8

What’s Bugging Vermont’s Trees?

7:00 PM

Have you seen lots of insects in the woods this summer? Are you wondering about the health of your favorite trees? Get all your tree health questions answered by a forester in the know. Barbara Burns has studied aldegids, borers, and other insect pests and can tell you interesting facts about these and other tree health issues.

8/14

Vermont’s Forests, Past and Present

3:00 -4:00 PM

Crystal Lake

Explore the dynamic history of the forested landscape of the Green Mountain State. Discover clues to past lives and learn to recognize the components of a healthy forest ecosystem.
Presented by: Raymond Toolan, Lamoille and Orleans County Forester

8/14

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

8/14

Larry Lee Ebere

7:00-9:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of “live” country music entertainment with “Nashville Starseek Finalist” Larry Lee Ebere.

8/15

Meredith Luce

6:00 PM

Ottawa’s Meredith Luce brings her old soul vocals, masterful guitar playing and her award-winning contemporary songs to Townsend State Park on August 15 at 6 pm, and Emerald Lake State Park on August 21 at 6 pm. Meredith’s award-winning songs evoke the lives, loves and landscapes of both her Canadian upbringing and her family’s Appalachian roots.

8/15

Mini Triathlon

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Bomoseen

Check out the triathlons' unique combination of swimming, biking and running.

8/15

12-Strings

7:00 PM

Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.

8/15

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

8/15

2:00 PM

The Rick & The Ramblers musical menu consists of a hearty serving of high energy, danceable western swing and Vermont-grown original music. A favorite of Vermont State Park visitors.

8/15

Fairy Houses

10:00 AM

“Have you ever walked in the wood and seen a ring of flowers? This is where the Fairies dance and while away the hours…” Relive the dreams of childhood and join us at Stillwater at 10am as Jacob teaches us how to make fairy houses. Fun for all ages.

8/15

Loon Conservation in Vermont…. People make the difference

2:00 PM

Join Eric Hanson, the Vermont Loon Recovery Project (VLRP) Biologist, in exploring the natural and (un)natural history of the Common Loon. Loons were in trouble in Vermont 25 years ago with fewer than 10 nesting pairs statewide. Conservation and volunteer efforts have brought the loon numbers back to over 60 pairs in Vermont today. We’ll discuss the threats facing loons and much about their fascinating behaviors and amazing natural history. Hopefully, after the slideshow, we’ll be able to find a few loons on Lake Dunmore using binoculars and spotting scopes. Loons returned to nest on Lake Dunmore in 2007 after a nearly 100 year absence. The VLRP is a program of the Vermont Center for Ecostudies (VCE) and works cooperatively with the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department.

8/21

Meredith Luce

6:00 PM

Emerald Lake

Ottawa’s Meredith Luce brings her old soul vocals, masterful guitar playing and her award-winning contemporary songs to Townsend State Park on August 15 at 6 pm, and Emerald Lake State Park on August 21 at 6 pm. Meredith’s award-winning songs evoke the lives, loves and landscapes of both her Canadian upbringing and her family’s Appalachian roots.

8/21

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

8/22

2:00 PM

The Rick & The Ramblers musical menu consists of a hearty serving of high energy, danceable western swing and Vermont-grown original music. A favorite of Vermont State Park visitors.

8/22

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

Lake Bomoseen

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

8/22

Just Duet

7:00 PM

Take a sentimental trip into the past with the acoustic music of Just Duet. The husband and wife duo of Pheonyx Rose and Wally Robinson come from Shelburne, VT, and have been singing together for almost ten years. Their unique mix of classic “old-time” songs, light jazz, and original music is blended together with a touch of humor to create an evening of fun entertainment for all ages.

8/28

Farmer's Market

3:30-6:30 PM

Rebecca Hall & Ken Anderson

Support the local economy!
Hike to the top
Have a picnic
Free entry to market

8/29

VINS Raptor Encounter

7:00 PM

Little River

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

9/5

5:00 PM

Rebecca Hall’s compositions don’t so much ignore modern songcraft as transcend it. Combined with husband Ken Anderson’s old-school musical arrangements and ‘60s-era pop harmonies, the result is an altogether new, yet curiously familiar, style they call “retro folk.”

9/5

VINS Raptor Encounter

2:00 PM

Silver Lake

This first-hand encounter with live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history, ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Touchable artifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.

9/5

Haunted Campground

Ghosts and Goblins, big black cats, Pumpkins glowing and witches hats! Join us as we celebrate Halloween. Yes it’s a little early we know. But it is the Ranger’s favorite Holiday. So bring your costumes and decorations. Prizes will be awarded to the best decorated sites and there will be a costume party with tricks and treats at the shelter. And maybe even a haunted walk.

9/19-9/20

Annual Fall Car Race

Sports Car Club of New Hampshire

This 2-day event takes place on Saturday & Sunday at the beautiful Mt. Ascutney State Park in Windsor, VT. The course is the 3.2 mile paved access road to the summit of Mt. Ascutney. For more information, please visit www.hillclimb.org

9/26

White Water Release

These events draw whitewater enthusiasts from around the northeast as kayakers, canoeists and river rafters all join in the fun of paddling the class II to class IV rapids.

10/25-10/26

Car Race