photo by Mike Cameron Jeanne and Bruce Johnson of Rochester, Vt. enjoyed terrific strawberry picking at Douglas Orchards in Shoreham on Friday, June 18th, 2011. “We had a great day,” Jeanne explained and Bruce added “the breeze was just enough to keep you cool and keep any bugs away.” Douglas Orchards has been a family tradition for hundreds of Vermonters year after year, and look a that healthy fruit! |
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photo by Mike Cameron Established in 1759 the Fort Ti Ferry is operating after a late start this spring due to record high water levels. The cable ferry is a vital link between Vermont and New York. Service was underway for the 2011 season on Friday, June 18th, 2011. For more information check out their website at: www.forttiferry.com |
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photo by Mike Cameron A Lilac bush near our publishers house serves as a perfect home for this Robin family. The chicks had just been fed by their mother. It looks like they are ready for more. |
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photo by Cheryl White Lemon Fair River Bridge on Route 125 is finished. Construction materials clean-up was in progress on Thursday, June 16, 2011. The large cement barriers have been removed for transport and crews are finishing the final landscaping. The bridge is a welcome addition to the Addison County landscape. |
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photo by Mike Cameron Hay rolls are a sign of summer here in Addison County. Farmers have had to wait for fields to dry out, but are finally able to get to this vital crop. |
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Pictures from around the region for the week of July 21st.