Factory Tours/Field Trips
Ages: 0 and up
Shelburne Farms is a membership-supported, nonprofit environmental education center and National Historic Landmark on the shores of Lake Champlain in Shelburne, Vermont. Our mission is to cultivate a conservation ethic. Schoolchildren, adults, educators and families come here to learn, while casual visitors may enjoy the walking trails, children’s far...
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Northern Lights Rock and Ice has year round fun that the whole family can enjoy and are special needs friendly. They are located adjacent to the Inn at Essex.(The Essex Resort & Spa).
See an video of kids enjoying the facility here.
Year Round Family Adventure Fun includes:
- Unique Outdoor Rock and Ice Climbing Structures by Entre Prises with Real Ice and Dry Ice Foam Panels
- Groomed trails for snowshoeing and nordic skiing
- Hiking Trails
- Ge...
Ages: 3 - 14+
Open May through October - Check web site for exact dates.
The Rock of Ages Quarry offers spectacular narrated tours of world’s largest active granite quarry! There are also self guided tours of the visitors center and factory. Check out the outdoor granite bolwing lane and visit the Cut-in-stone Center where you will have a chance to learn to sandblast.
There are several Group Tour options for field trips:
- Apple Pie without Cheese ...
Ages: 0 - 14+
This 30 minute, guided factory tour is fun and educational. You will see how the ice cream is made, learn about the company's history, and even sample the flavor of the day. After the tour leave time to visit the gift and scoop shop where over 30 flavors are available.
Snow Shoe tours provided by Umiak
- Every Saturday & Sunday (January - March)
- Every day of Christmas Week (starting the day after Christmas).
- Every day of Presidents’ Wee...
Ages: 0 - 14+
Vermont Nut Free Chocolate Company was founded by the mother of a little boy with a peanut allergy. They provide chocolates that are safe for those with any nut or peanut allergy. Note that some products may contain eggs and/or dairy products in our facility on shared production equipment.
Open 9am-5pm Mon-Sat.
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The 168-acre park is located atop Mt. Philo (968' elevation) and overlooks the Lake Champlain Valley and the Adirondack Mountains of New York. A narrow, steep road (not recommended for trailers) provides visitors access to the top of the mountain. This is Vermont's oldest state park, created in 1924.
There are two small camping areas with a total of 10 sites including 3 lean-tos, located at the top of the mountain and on the mou...
more»Ages: 0 - 14+
HOURS OF OPERATION
- Summer Season (June 1st - Oct. 20th)
- Bear Shop Hours: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Winter Season (Oct 21st - May 31st)
- Bear Shop Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
TOUR INFORMATION
- Tours last approximately 30 minutes
- Factory Tour Hours:
- Summer Season (June 1st - Oct. 20th): 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Winter Season (Nov. 21st - May 31s...
Ages: 0 and up
Ages: 0 - 14+
The zoo has a collection of over 1,000 animals from some 200 species.
Water Park - Amazoo Yoplait Water Park that includes a wave pool, lazy river for tubing, and water game basin.
Amusements - free activities such as jungle ball training camp, bumper cars, a Ferris wheel, and a small train. The rest areas, set up like small train station platforms, allow visitors to relax while comfortably sheltered from the sun.
Day Camp - Featuring o...
Ages: 2 - 14+
The Ausable Chasm, one of the oldests natural attractions in the US, is a unqiue and fun geological adventure for the entire family.
Some of the highlights include:
Walking - there are up to 3 miles of well-maintained, self-guided walking trails with interpretive signage describing native flora, wildlife, and geologic history.
Rafting - rafting tours are a good choice to experience the chasm as a family (2 and up; 30...
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