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Chelsie & Sean

September 26, 2026 • Waitsfield, Vermont
116 Days To Go!

Chelsie & Sean

September 26, 2026 • Waitsfield, Vermont
116 Days To Go!

Things to do within the Mad River Valley

Sugarbush Resort

Warren, VT 05674, USA
(802) 583-6300

This is where Sean works, seasonally, and where the two of them ski. Check the website to see what events are happening while you're in town.

afterthoughts

8 VT-17 #200, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA
(802) 496-5290

Local bar with live music, burgers, pool table, and eventful bingo.

Valley Meade Weed Dispensary

8 VT-17, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA
(802) 496-5344

Located in the same building as Afterthoughts.

Savu at Madbush Falls

7575 Main St, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA
(802) 613-0677

Great local spot for a sauna and/or cold plunge experience.

Barr Hill Distillery

116 Gin Ln, Montpelier, VT 05602

Delicious cocktails and a nice indoor and outdoor environment.

The Sanctuary - Northfield

9 East St, Northfield, VT 05663

Attend a yoga class, fitness class, or workshop at the studio where Chelsie teaches! Check the schedule to see what offerings are happening while you're in town.

Things to do within 30 minutes

Zenbarn

179 Guptil Rd, Waterbury Center, VT 05677, USA
(802) 244-8134

Our favorite music venue with the best local bands, nightly, and tasty cocktails.

Zenbarn Farms

1930 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, Waterbury Center, VT 05677, USA
(802) 244-8134

Ben & Jerry’s

1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd Route 100, Waterbury, VT 05676, USA
(802) 337-1201

Take a tour and taste some ice cream, fresh from the headquarters!

Day Breaks Glass Studio

285 Main St, Bethel, VT 05032, USA
(802) 392-3541

Feeling crafty? Day Breaks is a nearby glass studio that offers one-day workshops. Check out their calendar to see what they're offering. Chelsie has attended several of their stained-glass workshops.

Things to do about 1 hour away

Stowe Mountain Resort & Gondola

5781 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT 05672

Get on top of Vermont’s greatest views the easy way – in the famous Stowe Gondola SkyRide. From the top of Mt. Mansfield – Vermont’s highest mountain – you can access the Cliff House restaurant, visit the Summit Retail Gift Shop and enjoy a sweet treat at The Waffle.

Book tickets well in advance, as this is a major tourist attraction!

(This is along The Notch Road).

The Notch Road Scenic Drive (& more!)

A beautiful, meandering scenic drive through Fall foliage! This route passes along several additional attractions, including Smuggler's Notch Resort, a hike at Sterling Pond, a stop or swim at Bingham Falls, and/or a visit to Stowe Mountain Resort. Nearby is downtown Stowe with plenty of restaurants, breweries, and shopping.

von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort

700 Trapp Hill Rd, Stowe, VT 05672, USA
(800) 826-7000

These hills are alive with hiking and mountain biking trails, von Trapp history tours, the von Trapp brewery, and onsite restaurant and lodging.

Stowe Pinnacle Trailhead

Upper Hollow Rd, Stowe, VT 05672, USA

A beautiful hike for Fall foliage!

Camel's Hump State Park

3429 Camels Hump Rd, Duxbury, VT 05676, USA
(802) 879-6565

One of Vermont's most iconic mountains, and the third highest peak. A beautiful hike for Fall foliage! Arrive early to avoid crowds.

Underhill State Park

Parking lot, 352 Mountain Rd, Underhill, VT 05489, USA
(802) 636-7220

Drive to Underhill State Park to access trails to Mount Mansfield, which is Vermont's highest peak!

Church Street Marketplace

131 Church St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA
(802) 863-1648

Burlington's iconic marketplace, with shops, restaurants, breweries, music, and bars. Within walking distance is Lake Champlain.

Lake Champlain

Burlington, Vermont

Vermont's most iconic lake! Take a stroll along the bike path and visit one of the many parks or beaches along the way - Red Rocks Park, Oakledge Park, Perkin's Pier, the downtown waterfront park, North Beach, and/or Leddy Beach. Stop to get a creemee (Vermont's version of soft-serve ice cream) or a beer at Foam Brewers on your walk.

The path is many, many miles long and can be enjoyed on foot, bike, or roller blades. A great spot for fishing, too!

The Colchester Causeway Trail & Bike Path

Airport Park, 500 Colchester Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446

A beautiful pathway with Lake Champlain on both sides, with opportunity to dip into the water. You can opt to take the "bike ferry" over to the Champlain Islands for more exploration, including breweries and wineries. This trail is connected to the path along Lake Champlain (mentioned above) and can be added for more adventure. See the website for more details.