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  Happy New Year!

Welcome to 2015!  There's lots of winter fun to be had in and around Burke.  Start the new year off right with a visit to our little corner of Vermont.  Carve some turns, venture into the woods via snowshoes, head out on a snowmobile cruise or take a trek across a frozen lake to do some ice fishing.  Fun in the snow awaits!
Activities Around Town

There's lots happening this month in and around Burke whether you want to play in the snow or stay warm indoors.  Start the New Year off by trying something new like fat biking and Resolve to Revolve at Kingdom Trails.   Or support a great cause at the 11th Annual Willoughby Dip.   Later this month, check out the North American Speed Skating Championship on Lake Memphremagog, just north of Burke.

Other fun events this month include:

through January 3rd - Sledding, Movie Nights and more for the kids at Q Burke Resort!

January 6th - Ski Tour the Kingdom at NorthWoods Center

January 10th - World Gone Crazy Comedy Show at Q Burke Mountain

January 13th - Community Dinner!

January 17th - The Bus Drivers perform at the Tamarack Pub & Grill

January 17th - Torchlight Ski & Snowshoe 

January 17th - 19th - Acrobag Air Bag open to the public at Q Burke Mountain

Ongoing...

Live Music, Karaoke, Open Mic and Comedy Shows almost every night of the week at The Stage Food & Music
 
Lyndon Winter Farmers' Market every 2nd and 4th Saturday.

St. Johnsbury Winter Farmers' Market every 1st and 3rd Saturday.

 

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BURKE VOTED BEST MOUNTAIN BIKING TOWN!!

 

Summer may be over, but the Mountain Bike VT Rider's Choice Awards are in and Burke was a big winner including Best Trail Network - Kingdom Trails, Gnarliest Trail - Upper J-Bar at the Q Burke Bike Park and Best Apres Biking Spot - Mike's Tiki Bar!  Check out all the winners...

  
 

 

 

 

 

  

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    Deal of the Month

For all the fans of fat biking, this deal's for you...From now until February 28th, bring your bike into the Village Sport Trailside Shop for a tune-up or an overhaul and save big! 

Overhauls are just $100 (discounted from $150!!!), a deluxe tune-up is just $75 (discounted from $100) and a basic tune-up is $40 (discounted from $50!).  Tune it up and hit the trails!
Unpack, Unwind, Stay a While

 It's time to get outdoors and enjoy some winter fun!  We have lots of options for lodging around here whether you prefer a cozy inn or a whole house!
 
Book a stay at the new Carriage House at Darling Hill designed by a master craftsman with 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen, private deck and room for 8 people.  There's also plenty of storage for your winter gear.
 
The Lynburke Motel offers a range of exceptionally clean and comfy rooms including pet friendly guestrooms and family suites.  Rates start at only $79 per night and include a discount voucher to Juniper's restaurant.  And the location is perfect with direct access to a VAST Snowmobile trail and just a few minutes drive to Kingdom Trails and Burke Mountain.
 
The Village Inn of East Burke offers beautiful accommodations in the heart of the Village.  Rooms with one or multi beds are offered and there's even a 3 bedroom apartment available for nightly rentals with a full kitchen and jacuzzi.  Room rates start at under $100 per night and include a hearty, chef's choice breakfast.
 
If you're looking to tuck yourself away in the woods, but still enjoy some luxury, Hawk Rock Cabins in Newark is the place for you.  Located on over 2,600 acres of private woodland, these log cabins are gorgeous with multi bedrooms, radiant heat, washer/dryers and fully equipped kitchens.
Snowmobiling!
 
 It's sledding season!  The kind where hills are optional and gas is required, that is.  Snowmobiling is a favorite means of winter transportation around here and there are plenty of trails to get you from point A to B to C and beyond.  Our local club, the Burke Driftskippers, is made up of volunteers who maintain and groom the trails which wind through scenic and sometimes challenging mountain terrain across old logging roads and past vast farmlands.  Check out their website for all you need to know before you ride and where to get your TMA or trail pass.  A range of TMA's are available at local stores whether you need a pass for the whole season or just a few days.
 
Before you head into the woods, gas up and grab some coffee at Kerrigan's Convenience & Cafe in West Burke.  Try out their new full breakfast offerings or fuel up on their famous and gigantic cinnamon buns.  You're sure to run into some locals who are happy to let you know about trail conditions and send you off in the right direction.
 
If you start out on the East side of Burke, you can fuel up at East Burke Market and head inside for coffee, snacks for the ride and definitely grab yourself one of Holly's famous donuts!  Enjoy a spot by the wood stove before you venture off into the woods.
 
When lunchtime comes around, cruise back into East Burke for some of the best pizza around at the NEK Country Store.  Or enjoy a hearty size grinder packed with goodness like the turkey gobbler or warm up with homemade soup or chili.  Don't forget to venture upstairs and check out the locally made crafts and gift items. 
 
For lunch in West Burke, stop into Mike's Gas for great homemade specials like mac & cheese or shepherd's pie plus excellent soups and sandwiches.  They are also known for an extensive selection of wines if you're looking for a post ride beverage to enjoy when get back home for the night.
 
A great place to unwind with plenty of parking for snowmobiles and located right off a trail is Gil's Bar & Grill on Lake Willoughby.  Stop in, take a load off at the bar and enjoy great food including fish & chips, the black Angus burger or grilled flatbread pizza.
 

WINTER ADVENTURES AWAIT!
 
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