In Rutland, Vermont, outdoor adventure and everyday life connect in this small, walkable, and energized city. Mirna Valerio, @themirnavator, shares a favorite spot, Pine Hill Park. Just blocks from downtown, this 275-acre forest has an awesome, community-built trail system with mountain biking and pedestrian paths. This outdoor access, along with colorful murals and a creative local food scene, sets Rutland apart. #ThisIsVT | Matador Network

Our FREE #RutlandSeaDragon trail launches this bank holiday weekend! 🙌 Why not come and celebrate the second anniversary of the Rutland Sea Dragon by taking part in our brand new trail. Available from our Visitor Centre at Sykes Lane from Saturday 26 August. So come and get exploring! 👀 | Rutland Water

Today organizers of the Rutland Sculpture Trail unveiled the 14th sculpture on the trail, and it was by far the most emotional event yet! It celebrates the Gift of Life Marathon! From artist Evan Morse‘s description of his connection to Rutland and the blood drive, to having Bobby Poquette, Stefanie Schaffer, and the Ojala family there, each of them representing an important part of the Gift of Life Marathon, it was really special. Bobby represented blood donors, having overcome a major fear of