There are a few things about growing up in Vermont that will always help you, no matter where you go in life… We often know what we should have on hand, what to avoid, and what will inevitably happen. Enjoy reading about a few of the life lessons everyone learns growing up in Vermont, and feel free to add yours in the comments below.
- Never, ever lick anything metal when it’s freezing cold outside.
Flickr/kynan tait You’ll never make that mistake twice!
- Never leave wet mittens in your coat pocket.
Flickr/Program Executive Office Soldier Wet mittens = cold hands. Obviously.
- When you don’t have an ice scraper in your car….
Flickr/Jessica Merz Don’t use an important credit card to scrape the ice. Look for an expired card.
- There are adventures everywhere.
Flickr/James Walsh It’s guaranteed that no longer how long you’ve been living in Vermont, it still has more to offer you.
- Be prepared for anything.
Flickr/Ann Fisher Vermont weather can be unpredictable, so better safe than sorry!
- Only eat authentic Maple Syrup.
Flickr/Katherine Martinelli Don’t touch the fake stuff. Go real or go without.
- Mac & Cheese isn’t just for kids.
Flickr/sea turtle There’s nothing quite like Mac & Cheese made with Vermont’s world famous cheeses.
- As a kid, you can’t get away with anything.
Flickr/lensletter Your parents will know about it immediately. Bad news travels fast!
- Never lend tools, mowers, snow shovels, pressure washers, etc. to friends…
Flickr/Mark Hunter Possession is 9/10th of the law in Vermont.
- Kitty litter is a great substitute for salt and sand for traction.
Flickr/michaelgoodin Even used litter will do in an emergency.
- Train your dog to use ONLY one section of the yard to do his business in the winter.
Flickr/John Talbot Or else you will have to wait a LONG time before the kids can play in the yard when the snow melts.
- Cows, deer, moose, bears and horses always have the right of way.
Flickr/Don DeBold Wrong way!
- A pocket full of tissues is a must.
Flickr/Cindy Mc This can not be stressed enough during the winter.
- Raccoons and other wild animals will always get into the trash if you leave it outside.
Flickr/sortofbreakit No matter how secure you think it is, they find a way.
- You have to leave at some point…
Flickr/Paul Moody To realize you want to end up here forever.
What are some things you learned by living in Vermont? What are some other telltale signs you grew up in Vermont? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments section. We look forward to hearing your responses.
Flickr/kynan tait
You’ll never make that mistake twice!
Flickr/Program Executive Office Soldier
Wet mittens = cold hands. Obviously.
Flickr/Jessica Merz
Don’t use an important credit card to scrape the ice. Look for an expired card.
Flickr/James Walsh
It’s guaranteed that no longer how long you’ve been living in Vermont, it still has more to offer you.
Flickr/Ann Fisher
Vermont weather can be unpredictable, so better safe than sorry!
Flickr/Katherine Martinelli
Don’t touch the fake stuff. Go real or go without.
Flickr/sea turtle
There’s nothing quite like Mac & Cheese made with Vermont’s world famous cheeses.
Flickr/lensletter
Your parents will know about it immediately. Bad news travels fast!
Flickr/Mark Hunter
Possession is 9/10th of the law in Vermont.
Flickr/michaelgoodin
Even used litter will do in an emergency.
Flickr/John Talbot
Or else you will have to wait a LONG time before the kids can play in the yard when the snow melts.
Flickr/Don DeBold
Wrong way!
Flickr/Cindy Mc
This can not be stressed enough during the winter.
Flickr/sortofbreakit
No matter how secure you think it is, they find a way.
Flickr/Paul Moody
To realize you want to end up here forever.
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lessons everyone learns growing up in VT January 20, 2021 Luke What stereotypes are there about Vermont? Where to even start… First of all, Vermont is simply an amazing state that has so much to offer, like gorgeous and peaceful nature areas. But one stereotype about Vermont is that there’s not much else except mountains, forests, lakes, and more nature. Vermont also has the stereotype of being the holiday destination place for city folk like New Yorkers, Bostonians, and Montrealers. Some other prevalent stereotypes are that we never have a spring season or that our winters last half a year. In reality, Vermont has much more to offer than just cold temperatures and nature spots. What are the best things about living in Vermont? We are all biased about our home states, but at the same time, there are so many amazing things about life in Vermont. To name a few; access to clean and natural areas and parks; organic and healthy food; environmentally and socially aware residents; friendly locals; and a relaxed and casual way of life. Vermont is a great place to live if living in a small city or little town doesn’t bother you. If you love nature and want to live a healthy life, Vermont is one of the best places to live in the U.S. What are the worst things about living in Vermont? Vermont is a wonderful place to live, but every state has some negative components to it. So here are a few of the worst things about living in Vermont: 1. It can be frightfully cold in the winter, and our winters can last half a year, no joke. 2. If you want nightlife and other popular city activities, Vermont doesn’t rank so well in comparison to other states. 3. Vermont can be rather expensive to live in. Rent prices, groceries, and real-estate can all be on the pricier side. But these negative aspects pale in comparison to the reasons why living in Vermont is amazing (see above).
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lessons everyone learns growing up in VT
January 20, 2021
Luke
What stereotypes are there about Vermont? Where to even start… First of all, Vermont is simply an amazing state that has so much to offer, like gorgeous and peaceful nature areas. But one stereotype about Vermont is that there’s not much else except mountains, forests, lakes, and more nature. Vermont also has the stereotype of being the holiday destination place for city folk like New Yorkers, Bostonians, and Montrealers. Some other prevalent stereotypes are that we never have a spring season or that our winters last half a year. In reality, Vermont has much more to offer than just cold temperatures and nature spots. What are the best things about living in Vermont? We are all biased about our home states, but at the same time, there are so many amazing things about life in Vermont. To name a few; access to clean and natural areas and parks; organic and healthy food; environmentally and socially aware residents; friendly locals; and a relaxed and casual way of life. Vermont is a great place to live if living in a small city or little town doesn’t bother you. If you love nature and want to live a healthy life, Vermont is one of the best places to live in the U.S. What are the worst things about living in Vermont? Vermont is a wonderful place to live, but every state has some negative components to it. So here are a few of the worst things about living in Vermont: 1. It can be frightfully cold in the winter, and our winters can last half a year, no joke. 2. If you want nightlife and other popular city activities, Vermont doesn’t rank so well in comparison to other states. 3. Vermont can be rather expensive to live in. Rent prices, groceries, and real-estate can all be on the pricier side. But these negative aspects pale in comparison to the reasons why living in Vermont is amazing (see above).
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Where to even start… First of all, Vermont is simply an amazing state that has so much to offer, like gorgeous and peaceful nature areas. But one stereotype about Vermont is that there’s not much else except mountains, forests, lakes, and more nature. Vermont also has the stereotype of being the holiday destination place for city folk like New Yorkers, Bostonians, and Montrealers. Some other prevalent stereotypes are that we never have a spring season or that our winters last half a year. In reality, Vermont has much more to offer than just cold temperatures and nature spots.
What are the best things about living in Vermont?
We are all biased about our home states, but at the same time, there are so many amazing things about life in Vermont. To name a few; access to clean and natural areas and parks; organic and healthy food; environmentally and socially aware residents; friendly locals; and a relaxed and casual way of life. Vermont is a great place to live if living in a small city or little town doesn’t bother you. If you love nature and want to live a healthy life, Vermont is one of the best places to live in the U.S.
What are the worst things about living in Vermont?
Vermont is a wonderful place to live, but every state has some negative components to it. So here are a few of the worst things about living in Vermont: 1. It can be frightfully cold in the winter, and our winters can last half a year, no joke. 2. If you want nightlife and other popular city activities, Vermont doesn’t rank so well in comparison to other states. 3. Vermont can be rather expensive to live in. Rent prices, groceries, and real-estate can all be on the pricier side. But these negative aspects pale in comparison to the reasons why living in Vermont is amazing (see above).
