Vermont State Parks

All programs are free of charge with paid park entry

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Vermont State Parks 2008 Events
5/16-5/18	Annual Spring Car Race Sports Car Club of New Hampshire	Ascutney	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 click on the Hillclimb page here on the SCCNH web site or visit www.hillclimb.org
5/30-6/2	Becoming an Outdoor Family Weekend Groton State Forest	Big Deer & Stillwater	Expert instructors will teach participants with the basics, providing hands-on experience in a variety of classes including forestry, orienteering skills, hiking, wildlife photography, fitness, camping, kayaking, canoeing, firearm safety, fishing and much, much more. For more information call (802)257-7967, or in Vermont 1-800-278-5480.
5/31-6/1	Green Mountain Madness Gravity Races 12:00 PM, May 31 10:00AM, June 1 (Auto road will be closed during this time.)	Ascutney	This Gravity Sports International event is an extreme sports dream. Racers compete in such events as Street Luge, Buttboard, Dirtsurfer, Speedboard, and Gravity Bike on one of North America's most challenging courses.
6/13-6/15	Weekend Fly Fishing School	Seyon Lodge	Reservations are required and the class size is limited. Please call The Fly Rod Shop at (802)253-7346. $449 per person for the weekend includes lodging, meals, equipment and instruction.
6/14-6/15		All Parks Statewide	Free day use entry into all Vermont State Parks; Free Ice Cream at selected parks; Free fishing statewide on Saturday; various events statewide.
6/14	Social Band 2:00 PM	Sand Bar	Social Band's 20 a cappella singers bring you songs from a variety of genres from folk to classical. Come and enjoy a great program of homegrown, heart-warming, foot-tapping music.
6/14	Lets Go Fishing Clinic 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM VT Dept Fish & Wildlife Staff	Lake St. Catherine	Expert instrcutors will lead a hands-on course covering fishing techniques, tackle craft, ethics, ecology, and fisheries management. Equipment provided.
6/14	Lets Go Fishing Clinic 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM VT Dept Fish & Wildlife Staff led by Betty Morse	Kill Kare	Expert instrcutors will lead a hands-on course covering fishing techniques, tackle craft, ethics, ecology, and fisheries management. Equipment provided.
6/14	Beaudoin Project 2:00 PM	Branbury	The Beaudoin Project embodies the joyful energy of an old-time Franco-American family soirée, with songs, fiddle tunes, stories and step-dance rhythms passed around with plenty of laughter in the mix.
6/14	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 2:00 PM	Waterbury 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.
6/14-6/15	LCI Fishing Derby and Vermont Days	Kill Kare	There is an LCI Weigh Station at the park and free admission to all state parks.
6/15	Green Mountain Brass Band 2:00 PM	Waterbury Center	The Green Mountain Brass Band is a traditional band of over 20 brass and percussion musicians who play a variety of traditional and contemporary music, classics, show tunes, pop, jazz and rock and of course, marches.
6/17 - 6/19	Vermont Safe Boating Course 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages 12 - Adult FREE Successful completion of this course is a pre-requisite to operating a motor boat in the state of Vermont for anyone born after January 1, 1974.	Kill Kare	Participants must attend all three days and successfully complete the safe boating exam at the conclusion of the course to obtain their certificate. Sponsored by US Coast Guard & Vermont State Parks. For more info call (802)524-6021 after May 20.
6/25	59th Annual Plymouth Strawberry Fest	Camp Plymouth	The annual Strawberry Festival at Camp Plymouth has been held nearly since the park was established. The event is community sponsored as a fundraiser for the local grammar school. Each year hundreds of visitors participate in the cookout, shortcake, and entertainment. The park fees are waived for this important event.
6/28	Twelve Strings 7:00 PM	Bomoseen	Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the 1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.
6/28	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Cold Blooded Critters Program 7:00 PM	Lake St. Catherine	Slimy or scaly? Discover why reptiles and amphibians are considered "indicator species" and play such critical environmental roles, as we explore their natural and cultural history.
7/3	Fireworks!	Knight Point	Bring the family and a picnic dinner to enjoy the show
7/5	Rick & The Ramblers In Concert- 2:00PM	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 Parks visitors.
7/5	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 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.
7/8	Jazz on a Summer Night - Jenni and the Junketeers 7:00 PM	Knight Point	Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz. Tickets- $15, $13 for registered campers, will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.
07/12	Ascutney Mountain Run 9:30 AM 3.8 mile Registration Form	Ascutney	The course climbs 2300 feet in 3.8 miles. Part of the USATF 2008 Mountain Goat series
7/12	Rick & The Ramblers In Concert 2:00 PM	Silver Lake	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 Parks visitors.
7/12	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 PM	Brighton	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.
7/14-7/18	Archeology Dig	DAR	Over 100 volunteers work together with the University of Maine Farmington archeologists, teachers and the Vermont State Archeologist to uncover the 18th Century history along the lake shore at the DAR State Park.
7/15	Jazz on a Summer Night - Pine Street Jazz 7:00 PM	Knight Point	Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz. Tickets- $15, $13 for registered campers, will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.
7/17	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 PM	Grand Isle	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.
7/19	Mt. Ascutney Bicycle Hill Climb	Ascutney	Bike Climb Online Registration
7/19	Mark Sustic and The Fiddleheads In Concert 7:00 PM	Grand Isle	The Fiddleheads are a group of young people interested in learning and performing fiddle related music associated with northern Vermont. The talent of these young Vermonters will inspire you.
7/21-7/25	Archeology Dig	DAR	Over 100 volunteers worked together with the University of Maine Farmington archeologists, teachers and the Vermont State Archeologist to uncover the 18th Century history along the lake shore at the DAR State Park.
7/22	Jazz on a Summer Night - Borealis Blues 7:00PM	Knight Point	Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz. Tickets- $15, $13 for registered campers, will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.
7/24	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 PM	Jamaica	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.
7/26	Twelve Strings 7:00 PM	Grand Isle	Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the 1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.
7/26	Mark LaVoie 7:00 PM	Mt. Philo	You'll be blown away by the haunting and soulful sound of Mark LaVoie's harmonica versions of blues classics and popular tunes. This is a moving performance not to be missed.
7/26	Rick & The Ramblers In Concert 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 Parks visitors.
7/26	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 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.
7/29	Jazz on a Summer Night - Sonny and Perley 7:00 PM	Knight Point	Bring a picnic for an evening of Jazz. Tickets- $15, $13 for registered campers, will be available through the Islands Chamber, 800-262-5226.
7/29	Mary Ann Samuels and Susan Reit In Concert 7:00 PM	Burton Island	Mary Ann Samuels & Susan Reit sing and play traditional tunes on harp and hammered dulcimer. Their program will include songs of Lake Champlain, tunes from the Andes and their own compositions.
7/30	Mozart Festival	Kingsland Bay	Classical music on the lawn
8/1	Champlain Valley Folk Festival	Kingsland Bay	25th Annual festival honoring traditional music and dance.
8/1	Twelve Strings 7:00 PM	Ricker Pond	Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the 1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.
8/2	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Cold Blooded Critters Program 7:00 PM	Coolidge	Slimy or scaly? Discover why reptiles and amphibians are considered "indicator species" and play such critical environmental roles, as we explore their natural and cultural history.
8/6	Hungry Town Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson with Jenny Jenkins and Billy Kent 7:30 PM	Gifford Woods	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.”
8/9	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 PM	Elmore	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.
8/14-8/17	Shakespeare in the Park Professional Outdoor Summer Theatre	Knight Point	Join us this summer for Shakespeare in the park! The Comedy of Errors, at the Islands Center For Arts& Recreation. Children under 12 are free. Call (877)874-1911 for show times and ticket information details. Professional productions of classical plays.
8/16	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.
8/16	Twelve Strings 7:00 PM	Grand Isle	Acoustic guitar duo, Joe & Mike, will entertain park visitors with soothing sounds from the 1960 to 1980's. This concert is easy listening and enjoyable for the whole family.
8/16	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 PM	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.
8/23	Hungry Town Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson 7:30 PM	Grand Isle	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.”
8/23	Rick & The Ramblers In Concert 2:00PM	Lake Elmore	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 Parks visitors.
8/23	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 7:00 PM	Lake Carmi	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.
8/30	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 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.
9/6	Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences Raptor Encounter Program 2:00 PM	Mt. Philo	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.
9/12-9/14	Annual Fall Car Race Sports Car Club of New Hampshire	Ascutney	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 click on the Hillclimb page here on the SCCNH web site or visit www.hillclimb.org
9/27	Fall Whitewater Release	Jamaica	The Fall Release of the West River creates ideal conditions for canoeing, kayaking and rafting in Class II - IV rapids and draws whitewater enthusiasts from all over New England. The festival atmosphere is exciting and fun for both participants and spectators. The water is warmer for this release than it is in the spring. However, the fall release is only on one day.

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