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Johnnycake Flats Inn

Tree Circles

Posted March 17, 2021

An early sign of Spring to look for in our forests are tree circles. At this time of year, trees absorb sunlight (which excites electrons, creating heat) which is then radiated outward, melting snow. The darker the bark, the more radiant heat is created and the wider the circle becomes. Snow, being white, does just the opposite, it reflects sunlight. These melting circles are not just limited to trees, however. Inanimate objects, such as rocks, etc. also exhibit this phenomenon.

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Snow rollers…

Posted February 8, 2021

snow rollers on hill

Snow rollers are a rare winter weather phenomenon that occur when the conditions are just right. They are cylindrical snow balls, usually hollow, formed with the help of strong winds (30mph) and temperatures in the 37-39 degree range. A layer of wet, loose snow, preferably with an ice layer underneath is pushed by the wind across fields or down slopes. Gravity certainly helps! Snow rollers can be small or quite large (car size). They are also known as Snow donuts.

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Gift Shop

Posted December 3, 2020

Johnnycakeflats.com/shop

We are excited to announce our new Gift Shop, offering One of a Kind adult/child aprons and quilted baby bibs. Handcrafted onsite by the innkeeper. Choose coupon code BUYVT10 for opening special of 10% discount thru 12/31/20.

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Maple Syrup

Posted October 28, 2020

Stay 3 nights or more and receive a locally produced pint of Maple Syrup to take home with you to enjoy.

Sugar maple in fall
Sugar Maple in Autumn

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Stick Season 2020

Posted October 21, 2020

front door of inn with stick season sign, orange pot with sticks

10/21/20 We have officially entered Stick Season as I observe that most maples, birch, and ash have given up their hold on this year’s leaves. The stark silhouettes are now framed by what remains—the beech, which holds its leaves to the end and the firs and pines. It’s a transition time between the heat of this summer, the artistry of fall’s colors and the rush of the holidays to come. It’s a time to slow down, catch our breath and enjoy the quiet of Stick Season.

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Chicken of the Woods

Posted September 9, 2020

Chicken of the Woods shelf fungus growing on an ash tree by a brook

9/9/20 Another great find, Chicken of the Woods, a very desirable, beautiful and edible mushroom. I found this shelf fungus growing on a declining Ash tree. It was easily identified by its bright orange top and sulfurous yellow pores on the underside. ( I also confirmed my identification with a knowledgeable mushroom forager.) I collected 5 pounds to bring home to clean, cook and freeze some for winter soups. Delicious!

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Blue Frog

Posted September 8, 2020

Blue Frog 1

9/8/20 One blue Northern Leopard Frog (Rana pipiens) jumped and surprised me today, while working in my vegetable garden. The abnormal blue color is caused by the lack of the yellow pigment, a type of albinism. Remember, as children, we mixed blue and yellow together to make green? This blue frog, therefore is a rarity in nature, occurring in about 1:300,000.

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Mad River Glen’s Roll Back the Clock Day

Posted October 30, 2020

Jan 25, 2021

Come and ski Mad River Glen at 1948 prices.  Lift tickets are just $3.50 !!!

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Covid-19

Posted March 27, 2020

Friends,

During these uncertain times we want to ensure that we do the very best for the health and safety of our guests and ourselves. We also want to be ready to offer you a great experience at Johnnycake Flats, as we hope to reopen in early summer 2021.  All CDC and VT Dept. of Health regulations will be followed.  Please call the inn for more information. Be well.

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Norwich University

Posted October 30, 2020

brick building, American flag, snow

Commencement – May 1, 2021

CGCS Residency & Commencement – June 21-25, 2021

Homecoming – September 23-26, 2021

Parent & Family Weekend – September 30-October 3, 2021

Norwich University, Northfield

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VT Open Studio Weekend

Posted April 30, 2019

Yellow signs will once again dot the Vermont landscape leading locals and tourists to the studios of over  250 artists and craftspeople. Four local artisans in Roxbury!  Click  on the website for venues and maps.

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Rockfire: The Elemental Experience

Posted October 30, 2020

June 25 & 26 2021

http://rockfirevt.com

Unique combination of art, music and fire on a monumental scale celebrating Central Vermont’s colorful granite heritage set in Millstone Hill’s abandoned quarries & ruins. The centerpiece of the event is Firewalk, a 3 mile long procession lit by thousands of candles & luminaries with dozens of bonfires, all leading to a variety of fire lit art & live performance stages. Websterville,VT

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VT Quilt Festival

Posted October 30, 2020

June 23-26, 2021

New England’s oldest & largest quilting event.  Classes,  exhibits and vendors. Celebrating 45 years! Located in Essex, Vermont http://vqf.org

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Sugarbush Brew Grass Festival

Posted April 21, 2019

June

Sugarbush Brew Grass Festival is an artisan craft beer festival celebrating craft beers, tasty local food and jam in’ blue grass music. Held at Lincoln Peak, Sugarbush,VT, 2-6 pm

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4th of July Celebration

Posted October 30, 2020

Come celebrate the 4th of July,  complete with parades, BBQ, book sales, music, fireworks & more…American spirit at its best! Neighboring towns of Warren, Randolph, Montpelier, all have special events planned.

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Northfield Labor Day Celebration

Posted July 21, 2019

Come celebrate small town charm for a weekend long celebration with music, games, food, road, bath tub and duck race!

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New World Festival

Posted October 30, 2020

September 1
Festival of Celtic and French Canadian music and dancing

Celebrate Vermont’s Celtic and French Canadian heritage with traditional– and sometimes not so traditional–music and dance.  Concerts, music and dance workshop sessions, children’s activities and open dancing unfold on 5 continuous stages. Food and drink provided by the area’s finest chefs and breweries.

http://www.newworldfestival.com/

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148th Tunbridge World’s Fair

Posted October 30, 2020

Sept 16-19 2021

Best agricultural fair in New England. Enjoy seeing enormous pumpkins, eating maple cotton candy, experiencing the thrill of the pig race, oxen pulls and more… great music too! Don’t miss it! Click here for website.

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Vermont Sheep and Wool Festival

Posted September 3, 2019

Sept 29-30 2019

Festival with 70 vendors  offering fleece and yarn, meat and cheese, handspinning and fiber craft workshops, sheep herding demonstrations music and food. Tunbridge http://vtsheepandwoolfest.com

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Annual Sock it to Me Sale

Posted October 21, 2019

Nov 16-17 & 23-24
While the hunters go hunting, the rest of us go to the annual Cabot Hosiery Mills sock sale(originator of the ‘Darn Tough’ brand), all at factory prices & below. 8:30 am-4:30pm, Sat/Sun

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Nairobi clematis, Kiwi leaves
raspberries in 9 heart shaped bowls
pink echinacea peeking over grey fence
yellow sunflower, blue sky
swallowtail butterfly on red zinnia
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