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Fishing
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The Battenkill River, an all-year fishery, originates just north of here in East Dorset, Vermont and flows for about 50 miles south through Vermont and then bears west into New York State, offering anglers a wonderful place for fishing, with beautiful scenery, wild fish, and good hatches. Cold underground springs help provide cool water throughout the summer months. It has not been stocked since 1971, allowing wild browns to proliferate along with beautiful brook trout, some reaching 12 or more inches long. Cool water year round and scenic mountains, together with challenging wild browns and brook trout make this a popular spot. Ask about private lessons on fly fishing or casting and we will help arrange your day! Hatches are prolific due to the cold water throughout the year, and insects are able to survive the hot summers here, unlike many freestone rivers. Hendricksons, Blue Quills, and Red Quills can be found early in the year. As the year wears on, many other types of Mayflies will keep you busy. You'll also find many Stoneflies and Caddis hatching from April to July. By August, terrestrial fishing can prove to be very good. |
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Golf
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Just 4 miles away from our Inn, Gleneagles was originally built in 1927 by the legendary Walter J. Travis. Gleneagles was restored by American golf-course architect Rees Jones in 1992. Following Travis's original routing and the course's rustic Scottish flavor, the new course meets modern standards with an environmentally friendly approach. Named after its famous sister resort in Scotland, Gleneagles is a par 71, 6,423-yard course with challenging play on every fairway, sand trap, and green. Rated one of the Top 75 Resort Golf Courses in America by Golf Digest. Ranked 10th in New England Golf Journal's listing of the 100 Best Public Golf Courses in New England.
Just 30 minutes scenic drive gets you to Stratton's 27-hole course, located near the ski resort on the Stratton Mountain Access Road, is actually three separate 9-hole courses, each with its own set of characteristics and challenges. Stratton has received stellar reviews from the country's most prestigious golf and travel magazines and has hosted six LPGA events. 2004 began the first in a six-year commitment as a stop on the LPGA Tour.
The public 18-hole regulation length course in Bennington features 6,364 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 70.5 and it has a slope rating of 127. Mt. Anthony golf course opened in 1897. Ted Price manages the course as the Owner. 180 Country Club Dr, Bennington, VT (802) 447-7079 |
Hunting
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The Battenkill Inn is located in the heart of the Green Mountains. Vast public and private lands hold tremendous hunting and shooting opportunities for all levels of hunters. In the spring, turkey hunting is exceptional! The natural beauty and large populations of turkeys make Vermont an ideal destination for the serious turkey hunters. Turkey season runs the entire month of May. A valid Vermont Hunting license is needed with a turkey tags allows you up to two bearded turkeys a season. In the autumn, hunting kicks into high gear. The Green Mountains are home to many upland game birds. From October through December the upland game bird hunting is a must! Grouse season starts the last Saturday in September through December 31st. Pheasant season starts the last Saturday in September through December 31st. Woodcock season starts in early October and ends in early November. Our guides know the area and have the best dogs to put you over some birds. A valid Vermont Hunting license is needed for bird hunting. |
sandpit clay pigeons shooting. Let us know in advance and we can set it up.
Winter Sports
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Manchester Vermont has it all, whether you are coming to ski downhill or cross country, take a sleigh ride, or go snowmobiling. The Battenkill Inn is one of Manchester's favorite places for lodging accommodations during those wonderful winters in Vermont! Downhill skiing at Bromley and Stratton are less than 45 minutes away. Enjoy a day at the slopes followed by a night at one of Manchester best restaurants. Or spend one day skiing and spend the next day shopping in Manchester to get ready for the holidays. If you prefer cross country skiing, go to Hildene - Robert Todd Lincoln's Estate or the Merck Forest for a fun afternoon of skiing. If you are looking for fast action, bring your Snowmobile or rent one at Equinox Snow Tours and enjoy the many trails in the Green Mountain National Forest near Manchester! If you are looking for a quiet time in the woods... take a snow shoe hike around the Battenkill Inn area or up Mt Equinox and see the many winter wonders. Find tracks in the snow; see a red fox and more! Mountain View Ranch offers winter trail rides and horsedrawn sleigh rides. |
Shopping
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Manchester is home to some of the best shopping and designer outlet stores in Vermont! If your spouse is out fly fishing, take advantage of the many shops and great prices! Here is a list of just a few of the stores less the 10 minutes away!
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