Fall Foliage

No matter how many years you have lived in Vermont, the sight of Fall Foliage is still an utterly humbling experience. And residency is certainly not a requirement to view this seasonal spectacle. Visitors will note as well that each year is different in terms of brillancy and duration. It is always a debate leading up to foliage season whether it be a brilliant year or not. Factors such as amount of rain through the summer season, temperatures and even amount of sunlight enter the debate.

The best place to get answers to the questions of what creates foliage season and reports as to how the season is progressing is Vermont Foliage Information. This is a website hosted by the State of Vermont to keep everyone informed as to the progress of foliage season, and to guide you as to the best locations and drives to take for best viewing.

Foliage by its very nature is not as prone to weather interference as other activities. A planned trip to the beach can be spoiled by a forecast of rain and storms. However, foliage is often better viewed in rainy overcast weather. The brilliance of the colors is further enhanced by the overcast skies. The only detriment can occur late in the foliage season. Almost without fail, we will get a heavy rain or high wind event that overnight can change the landscape from fully foliated deciduous trees to  trees devoid of leaves. So,  no matter what the weather, get out and experience one of natures great shows. This year is proving itself to be one of the best years we’ve had in quite some time.

Posted by Wade I. Treadway

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