The North Star Monthly

07/24/2025

Join me for a day in the woods at Vermont Woodlands Association's Clover Hill Tree Farm celebration! Discover forest management insights and woodland wonders. Explore Vermont's woodland future with experts in forest succession and climate adaptation.

07/23/2025

Ever dreamed of seeing your photo on the cover? Now’s your chance. 📷
Enter our annual Kingdom Guide Photo Contest before August 15 and share your vision of the Northeast Kingdom.
All the details: https://www.northstarmonthly.com/kingdom_guide/photo_contest/

07/23/2025

Hardwick, Vt., Highland Avenue.

07/23/2025

Vermont farmers adapt to climate change by growing crops suited to warmer, wetter conditions. Peaches thrive in milder winters, providing a lucrative business. Rice paddies using ducklings for pest control support flood-prone farms.

07/23/2025

📍 Featured Business: Clyde River Recreation
Paddle at Your Own Pace
Up in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, where winding waters meet wild landscapes, Clyde River Recreation invites you to slow down and explore. Offering canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals, plus shuttle services for DIY river adventures, this local outfitter is all about connecting people with the peace and wonder of the river.
Based in West Charleston, the team makes it easy to plan a half-day paddle, a full-day float, or something in between. Whether you're new to the water or a seasoned paddler, they’ll help you choose the right stretch of river—like the meandering Class I Clyde, ideal for soaking in the scenery at your own pace.
The business is run by folks who love this place and want to share it. They’ll greet you with maps, advice, and maybe a story or two. No frills—just genuine hospitality and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the Kingdom.

Visit: https://www.clyderiverrecreation.com/paddleboard-trips-kayak-and-canoe-rentals?utm_source=facebook

Would you like your business featured? Let’s share your story!

07/23/2025

Don't rush past wonder. Discover the awe in everyday beauty in northern Vermont with Rev. Dr. Bob Potter at Pineberry Farm. Take time to appreciate the magnificent views and small miracles in the Northeast Kingdom.

07/23/2025

Enjoy reading and chatting about books? Join the Inquisitive Readers Book Club!

07/23/2025

Levitt AMP St. Johnsbury presents Phillip-Michael Scales

The Levitt AMP St. Johnsbury Music Series presents Nashville-based singer/songwriter Phillip-Michael Scales, on Railroad Street, at 7pm, on July 25th, as part of July’s Final Friday festivities by Discover St.

07/23/2025

You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes a day, the old Zen adage goes unless you’re too busy. If that’s the case, you should sit for an hour. I’m inclined to think the essence of that saying applies to making fresh pasta, too. If you don’t have the time, then perhaps that’s all the more reason you should devote a good hour to turning a pile of semolina flour and a little egg and water into a delectable meal.

You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes a day, the old Zen adage goes unless you’re too busy. If that’s the case, you should sit for an hour. I’m

07/23/2025

We are blown away by the incredible photographs we've received for our annual contests! Each one captures the beauty and essence of life in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Thank you to all the talented photographers for sharing your work with us! Photo by Tim Kirchoff
Past Cover Winners can be viewed at: https://sbee.link/9nk7gxq4r8

07/23/2025

Kinsey's friend Howard Mosher admired his love for nature and skillful writing, calling him a master at capturing the essence of New England wildlife.

07/23/2025

Long before discos and DJs, Vermonters kicked up their heels at barn dances across the state. From fiddlers in farmhouse kitchens to all-night contra dances, this tradition brought generations together — and echoes of it still remain.