Summer is early this year and we certainly deserve it! It's been a long road, but with more folks getting vaccinated travel restrictions have eased up and we are on the road to fully reopening. CLICK HERE for updates about visiting Vermont. If you've been vaccinated, you can visit without having to quarantine. Masks and social distancing are still necessary.
We look forward to welcoming you Back to Burke this summer and the return of signature events including a Strawberry Festival, 4th of July fireworks, the Burke Fall Festival and more.
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Things to do
For some evening fun, keep an eye on The Orange Rind facebook page for live music bookings and check out Art Port in St. J for upcoming performances.
Events happening this month include:
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Deal of the Month
Mother's Day is coming up and while it's usually just one day a year, Trail2Wellness Fitness & Spa is celebrating all month long with a facial special for Mom available any day in May.
This super indulgent facial special is meant to pamper moms of every type and give them some extra gifts. For the price of $115 the mom in your life can get a Mimosa Facial - a citrus inspired vitamin and antioxidant packed facial designed to bring about radiance from within the skin by brightening and strengthening it.
Mom can also enjoy a complimentary under eye treatment to feel fully rejuvinated and ready for summer.
In addition, she can pick out a hand crafted candle from the local, small business Cherry Knoll Creations as well as a handmade seaglass bracelet from the small Maine business, Susanna Jewelry.
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Unpack & Unwind
Have you missed Burke? Of course you have! Come now and get an early peek at summer and then come back a few more times while it's in full swing. Our local innkeepers, hotel staff and vacation rental owners are ready to welcome you back!
East Burke Rentals has three choices to rent including the just opened Barn Vacation Rental which sleeps 4-6 people and has a full kitchen. The Guest House can be rented separately or with the Barn depending on your needs. It has three bedrooms, washer/dryer, WiFi and more. The Riverside Cottage is just a quick walk to the village and sleeps 6-8 people.
It's tent pitching season and Burke View Cottages & Campground is ready to help you enjoy those nights under the stars. Camp sites are spacious and there are picnic areas, fire pits and a bathhouse on site. It's centrally located with trails and lakes nearby. If you prefer an inside stay, 4 fully equipped and affordable cottages are available for nightly and weekly rates.
The Burke Bike Barn provides rustic, trailside accommodations in a fully renovated 1840's timber frame barn. The barn contains 2 rental units, each with its own kitchen, living and dining area. The rentals sleep 4-6 people.
For a lakeside vacation, check out Lakeview Cabins on Crystal Lake. 1 and 2 bedroom cabins are available and each has a full kitchen. The property has a sandy beach, playground, volleyball court and boat launch. Of course, the main attraction is the beautiful lake. Canoes and paddleboats are available for guests.
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Kid Stuff
Summer camps are on this year and there are lots of options for all ages and all interests whether they want to explore trails, waterways or find their creative side.
Naturally, there are several options for kids who want to hone their mountain biking skills including Kingdom Camps which offers day camps for ages 6-13. Camps are designed to build skills and confidence on the trails. The kids also engage with key concepts in the areas of Sports Physiology, Sports Psychology and Sports Nutrition.
KC & E Adventures is offering mountain bike day camps including a 'youngster' camp for 5 and 6 years olds. In addition to skills learning and riding, the day also includes yoga and group games. The teenage bike packing camp includes 8 days of biking adventures as well as learning to work together as a team at the campsites.
Northwoods Stewardship Center and Burke Mountain are teaming up to offer a variety of Mountain Bike Adventure Day Camps that also include learning about trail building, bike maintenance, swimming, hiking, fishing and more. NorthWoods also offers all girls camps, canoe camps and more at their campus in East Charleston.
Lyndon Institute is offering a variety of camps including soccer, football, basketball and more. The Kick It Dance Camp starts with yoga each day and from there, kids explore a variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop and more. The week ends with an evening showcase for the kids to take to the stage with their new moves.
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