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Bridges to Adventure

The summer of building and bridging continues at the Center. Thanks Dylan’s portable mill, the builders have been kept in materials all summer long. Some of the work is stuff that was long overdue – like this section of boardwalk … Continue reading

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The Only Way to Travel

Sculling Camper Manfred Kuchenmuller and his wife, Margaret joined us just prior to Labor Day weekend for a week of sculling camp. The couple from British Columbia showed us all how to be green, arriving at camp via their tandem … Continue reading

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Craftsbury from above

Coach Bill Fitzgerald shared these aerial shots he took this summer flying with Jeff Smith, a Marathon Week Running camper. Jeff flew to camp in his private plane, which was parked all week at the Morrisville / Stowe airport. Bill … Continue reading

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BKL in action

Our BKL day camps have always ended with an adventure race, but the edition that wrapped up a couple of weeks ago ended with a bang! The GRP rolled out some fresh challenges for the campers. You can get a … Continue reading

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2012 Canley Pics

Just wanted to share a few more pictures from the SBTC/GRP’s wicked successful week in St. Catherines, Ontario for the 130th Canadian Henley Regatta – the most successful week ever for the program at the esteemed end of summer regatta … Continue reading

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Recipe of the Month: Maple Nut Granola

Summer days are not a time to fuss with large or complicated breakfasts, but you have to stay fueled for your day. That’s why this recipe is a perfect addition to your repertoire:   get up, enjoy a quick bowl … Continue reading

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Best Adult Running Camp? Craftsbury!

We’re honored to be named one of the best running camps in North America by Outside Online. Check out the article on their website here.

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Jennings in the media

Hope you’ve been enjoying the Olympics as much as we have. One of Craftsbury’s connections to the quadrennial festival of sport was recently featured in a blog post. It’s one of the more in-depth stories and coverage of Lynn’s Olympic … Continue reading

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The not-so-Small Boat Training Center?

It’s hard to believe, but the Small Boats Training Center athletes are actually just about done with their stay here at Craftsbury. For the majority of the rowers on campus, Canadian Henley (beginning Sunday in St. Catherine’s, Ontario) will be … Continue reading

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Holy Crap! That is SICK!

In general, I keep the personal out of my blog posts, communications and other work here at the Outdoor Center, but this is just way too cool to hide my excitement. The GRP and Jeremy have been hard at work … Continue reading

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