Breakfast:
At the Inn.
Morning:
After breakfast we board the motorcoach and set out for our first field trip of the day to Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks. Upon arrival, we’ll hear a talk on maple sugaring given by Morse Farm staff in their century-old sugarhouse. We’ll then follow up our field trip with a traditional and delicious sugar-on-snow experience. We’ll then transfer with our Group Leader through historic Montpelier, Vermont’s state capitol, to the Waterbury-Stowe area.
Lunch:
At a local restaurant. Meal choices pre-selected prior to arrival at the program.
Afternoon:
After lunch we will board the motorcoach and make a short journey to the Cold Hollow Cider Mill. Here we will meet with the staff Mill to learn about the production of cider and cider products as we go behind the scenes to learn about the steps that take place from tree to bottle. As we go, we’ll learn about their storage facility, pressing and pasteurizing rooms, and the many delicious apple products they make including donuts, cider, and apple cider jellies. Our last stop of the day will be to the Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory where we’ll enjoy a factory tour with the Ben & Jerry staff ending with a tasty sample. We’ll ride back to the Inn after our field trips.
Dinner:
Dinner is at your leisure this evening at the resort. Dinner vouchers will be provided upon check in for you to make reservations on your own.
Evening:
At leisure. You might like to enjoy the resort facilities including the pool, walking trails, and fire pit, spend time with fellow Road Scholars, or just relax.