Producing over 5.5 million pounds of syrup annually, Vermont is the largest producer of pure maple in the United States. During the spring sugaring season the Vermont Maple Foundation helps organize and promote the Annual Vermont Maple Open House Weekend. The event celebrates Vermont’s heritage and the tradition of maple sugaring. During this event the public can visit sugar houses all over the state and partake in various activities and tastings…sweet! Besides sugaring, Vermont is also known for dairy farming and CHEESE!!! Farming has always played a major role in the rural life of a Vermonter. It was a way of living and a means of survival. Today many efforts are being made to preserve open farmland and farming-for example, farm stays. See what it’s like to be a farm hand; get your hands dirty, spend the night, and wake up to a true country breakfast. With 107 covered bridges, Vermont holds the record for having the most bridges per square mile. Set against the rustic New England landscape, these bridges evoke a sentimental feel for days since past. With today’s technology and GPS, it isn’t difficult to map out a route. Plan a trip to take in the vibrant Vermont fall foliage and visit some of these authentic landmarks. One such doable day trip includes The Silk Bridge, Paper Mill Village Bridge, Henry Bridge, Chiselville Bridge, and West Arlington Bridge. (Directions). For more information on Vermont’s covered bridges, visit the National Society for the Preservation of Covered Bridges website.