Walking "The Circuit"

Jenn has been challenging me to do more walking, and I'm taking her up on it.


This morning I did a four mile "circuit" around our neighborhood. I took my camera with me to capture some of the sites along the way.


I head east and pass the Village Green with the statue of Vermont's first Governor, Thomas Chittenden.

I go by the library in front of the school, and then I pass the Brick Church.

Yikes, I almost stepped on...roadkill?
               

At the Federated Church, I turn north. 





I walk on the bridge over Allen Brook.

There are some wetlands here, some cattails, and lots of Queen Anne's Lace in full bloom.

I stop to take lots of photos of the flocks of birds in the hayfield.

This is right across from the local golf course.

Someone is selling "chicks and hens" plants for 25 cents each. Leave your cash in the box.

I see that it is trash and recycle pick up day. Even the trash can makes a statement! 






At the intersection, I turn west. I remember when I used to walk on the road here before the pathway was put in. It's so much better now, and safer.

Uh-oh...This may have happened during the storm we had last night.


At Adam's Market, I turn south and begin to head toward home. (This view is looking east, the direction I just walked.)

I see the progress of the construction on this road. The town is extending the walkway for pedestrians and bikers. Again, it will be a lot safer than walking on the road.

And now I'm almost home. 

This is one of my favorite photos of the day. Thank you for sharing my walk with me.

Lunch at Otter Creek Brewery and Pub

Adriene won the prize and we all were the winners when she invited us to share  an all-you-can-eat lunch at the Otter Creek Brewery and Pub in Middlebury.


It was Saturday noon and 90 degrees ~ definitely a perfect day for a visit to the brewery. 




Otter Creek brews a variety of organic ales. Their pub has been serving food for about a year-and-a-half.

With local ingredients, the food did not disappoint. We were impressed.

After studying the menu, we selected appetizers of cheddar ale soup, nachos, and a meat and veggie platter. This was going to be a real treat!  

The beer sampler was an opportunity to try a taste of each. 

We went on to order hummus with veggies, burrito wraps, and dilled grilled cheese. 


The service was great with a friendly staff. I'd like to come again.


Thank you, Addie, for inviting us. We had a wonderful time!