What are some trails or parks in Vermont that you recommend for young athletes?
HH: Hubbard Park, right behind Montpelier’s capitol building, is a great little hike with good terrain that offers a great view from the fortress atop the hill. Little River State Park in Waterbury has a lot to offer for kids. When the campground is closed, the access road is gated and is a great spot for walking, riding a bike, sledding, or skiing if there is fresh powder on a frozen base. There are hiking trails with nature and history markers, and there is also the reservoir for swimming. The Mad River Path in Waitsfield is great in that it is flat and the scenery is beautiful—walking through farmland beside the river. My kids and their friends love running alongside the river, but you do have to be mindful of the water access. VS: What sports do your kids enjoy the most, and why? HH: My daughter, Ava, who just turned 5, seems to enjoy just about every sport she tries. She loves cross-country skiing, running, biking, hiking, swimming, dancing (creative dance and ballet), and yoga. W
