Nate Marchessault
Brandon High School, Vermont, where swifts were roosting in July 2023. Photograph by the author.
In July of 2023, I took a long weekend trip to northern New England in search of adventures in new places, interesting bird species, and delicious baked goods from local bakeries. When in central Vermont, I chose to stay at the Brandon Inn in the town of Brandon. Brandon was a pleasure to walk around and had lots of amenities, including good restaurants, coffee shops, and lodging. The Brandon Inn, built in the 1890s, was charming with its vintage flair and old-fashioned decor.
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