The Hotchkiss Golf Course, designed in 1924 by prominent golf course architect Seth Raynor, circles the campus of the school, offering incredible views of Lake Wononscopomuc and the surrounding Berkshire-Taconic mountains. At just over 3,000 yards and a par of 35, the nine-hole course provides challenging play. (Curated content from www.hotchkiss.org)
The Salisbury - Lakeville area of Northwestern Connecticut had a significant historic role as a principal cannon producer during the American Revolution. (Curated content from www.salisburycannonmuseum.org)
Choose rafting or canoeing and journey down a 10 mile section of the Housatonic River. (Curated content from www.clarkeoutdoors.com)
As part of Audubon Connecticut, a state office of the National Audubon Society and the Atlantic Flyway, Sharon Audubon Center's mission is to protect birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We steward four nature sanctuaries and more than 2,100 primarily wooded acres in Northwestern Connecticut. We serve our community as an engaging nature education center, Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic, and the hub for Audubon’s Forests conservation work in Connecticut. (Curated content from sharon.audubon.org)
Quarry View Golf Course along with its full service golf center is very inviting for the beginner. You will not feel intimidated if this is your first time out to enjoy our great game. Experienced players will enjoy the quick play and the ability to concentrate on improving their iron shots and short game. (Curated content from www.quarryviewgolf.com)
In 1947, Skiing Hall of Fame member Walt Schoenknecht,in partnership with his wife Margaret (Peg) Moss Schoenknecht, created Mohawk Mountain Ski Area amidst the rugged beauty of northwestern Connecticut. In 1948 Walt worked with several local engineers to develop the very first snowmaking system ever used at a resort, the basis for the technology used worldwide today. Mohawk Mountain has remained a family business and a favorite destination for over 70 years. (Curated content from www.mohawkmtn.com)
Welcome to Sunset Meadow of Massachusetts, a premiere winery open year round in the scenic Berkshire mountains. We are so excited to share our passion and knowledge with you… oh and some amazing, locally grown wines too! Come by and join us for a tasting or enjoy a glass or two from one of New England’s largest growing vineyards. No reservations are required! (Curated content from sunsetmeadowvineyards.com)
From the family who has brought you hundreds of national and international award-winning wines, our vineyards span over 170 acres from the Litchfield Hills to the Berkshire Mountains. Here at Sunset Meadow of Massachusetts, we pride ourselves on offering you high quality, locally grown and sustainably farmed wines. (Curated content from sunsetmeadowvineyards.com)
A man of great energy and many talents, Eric Sloane (1905-1985) was a prolific artist, author and illustrator of over 30 books, and an avid collector of Americana. His extensive collection of hand tools is displayed in a building gifted to the State in 1969 by Stanley Works, the Connecticut-based tool manufacturing company, to mark their 125th anniversary. (Curated content from www.ericsloane.com)
Come, take a walk, enjoy nature and learn about our unique collection of animals from around the world. We have animals whose origins span 6 of the 7 continents! Visit our African Zebra and Watusi Cattle, Asian Water Buffalo Vietnamese Potbelly Pig, South American Llama, North American Bison and Elk, Scottish Cattle, R","businesDescription":"Action Wildlife is an interactive animal farm\/sanctuary with a museum on site! Drive though the park and stop to feed your favorite animals! (Curated content from www.actionwildlifefoundation.com)