The recently formed Center for Agricultural Economy is helping bring together a burgeoning local sustainable food system here in Northern Vermont. With all the key players gung ho – from farmers, composters, restaurateurs, and a supportive community – some big changes are happening in this small town.
As much as this trip is about food, it is even more so about the people. My bike brings me up to Hardwick, Vermont where I am impressed by the budding local food system, but even more taken by the power of community and good conversation.
Hidden away in the remote hills of Northern Vermont lives the semi-surreal world of Bread & Puppet… politically charge theater that will fuel your fire for revolution.
Booting around Burlington on a bike was made easy thanks to its progressive programs and trails. Plus, I discover that this city’s got it goin’ on when it comes to food.
Another really hot day is tempered with not one, but TWO swims in Lake Champlain. The next day I trade biking in for farming and enjoy a visit at Blue Heron Farm where good food and hard work are the ingredients for a better world.