Vermont Facts

Settled in the early l600's' but not one of the original 13 colonies, Vermont is rich in history. It's settlements originated in the southern part of the state along the Connecticut River and spread west and north from there. Windsor is Vermont's earliest capital (first constitution signed 1777) which is currently situated along Interstate 91, (which is probably among one of America's most scenic highways north and south). Vermont today is much more than most even dream about -a state that you can drive across in a couple of hours, and that has justly been called the loveliest in the U .S.A. The following facts will help to further acquaint you with this unique and beautiful state. 9,609 square miles in area. 608,827 population (2000 census) (2002 estimate 616,592) 250 towns and cities. Rural flavor predominates 5,264 miles of rivers and streams .808 lakes and ponds. Lake Champlain has 250 miles of shoreline 228,383 acres of lakes, ponds and man-made reservoirs 600 miles of hiking trails -75 huts and shelters Appalachian Trail and Long Trail stretch 255 miles thru the state About 400 Inns, Bed & Breakfasts and Lodges About 225 motels, hotels, and resorts 14 Counties 46 State Parks. 35 with campgrounds (2200 campsites) and 35 with day use areas: swimming & picnicking Vast snowmobile trail network. Historic buildings, museums and large art galleries open to visitors Home to the world's longest covered bridge in Windsor, Vermont Montpelier: America's smallest state Capital 14,000 miles of highways and roads Not one toll road in the state 90 roadside historical site markers erected throughout the state Green Mountains stretch the length of the state from south to north Birthplace of two Mormon Prophets -J. Smith and B. Young 11 major all season ski resorts. 30+ ski touring centers Largest Hot Air Balloon Festival in New England -Quechee, VT Comprehensive college system statewide -CCV Major summer art, theatrical and musical events statewide Craft fairs and shows statewide from May to October Old-time country fair -Tunbridge World's Fair -122 years Highest tennis courts per capita in U .S. Vermont boasts of 12 cheese companies. CABOT "Best In The USA:" 50 golf courses statewide -about 1/2 have 18 holes Home to the world's most unusual puppet troupe (maybe) -St. Johnsbury Vermont's transportation needs are met by air, rail and bus. AIR: Business express, CommutAir, Continental Airlines, Northwest Airlinks, United Airlines and USAir. BUS: Vermont Transit Lines. FERRIES: Fort Ticonderoga, Lake Champlain Transportation. RAIL: The ""Montrealer" -Arntrak. For further information, contact: Vermont Chamber of Commerce (802) 223-3443; Vermont Division of Economic Development (802) 828-3221; Department of Recreation and Forestry (802) 244-8716; State Parks and Lands (802) 244­8711; AAA Impact Advertising Co., P.O. Box 1362, Claremont, NH 03743 (603) 543-1115; or www.vermont.gov.