Post by Sean on Dec 1, 2019 18:06:38 GMT -5
For those who are curious about the broader state of Vermont, we have prepared a guide to fauna, agriculture, and unique cultural aspects.
Facts about Vermont:
Vermont's nickname is The Green Mountain State.
The origin of the name is from the French "Vert Mont", which literally is translated to "Green Mountain."
The capital is Montpelier, which is in the middle of the state and located some 40-45 minutes east and slightly south of Pilot Ridge. Its population is fewer than 9,000 which makes it the smallest state capital in the United States. The state capitol building is one of the few in the nation to have a gold dome, atop which is a statue of Ceres. It is the only state capital without a McDonald's.
Montpelier's nickname is "The Green Mountain City."
Burlington's nicknames are "Queen City of Vermont" and "Year-Round Vacationland."
The state population is 626,299, making it 49 out of 50 for population, second only to Wyoming. It is 31 out of 50 for population density, with is 9,250 square miles of land area.
Vermont is 160 miles long and 80 miles wide.
There are 14 county governments, 40 municipal governments, and 237 townships.
Vermont, prior to becoming an independent state, was claimed both by New Hampshire and by New York. It was founded on July 30, 1609 by French explorer Samuel de Champlain.
For 14 years, Vermont was its own nation: The Republic of Vermont. Founded in 1777, Vermont issued its own currency - Vermont coppers - operated a post office, and abolished slavery. They were the first state to abolish slavery.
Vermont became the 14th State on March 4, 1791. It was the first state admitted after the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Their present state constitution was adopted in 1793.
The State Motto is: "Freedom and Unity."
Two U.S. presidents were born in Vermont: Chester A. Arthur (21st) and Calvin Coolidge (30th).
The State Animal is the Morgan Horse.
The State Bird is the Hermit Thrush.
The State Butterfly is the Monarch Butterfly.
The State Fish is the Brook Trout and the Walleye Pike.
The State Flavor is Maple.
The State Flower is the Red Clover.
The State Gem is the Grossular Garnet.
The State Fruit is the Apple.
The State Insect is the Honey Bee.
The State Pie is Apple Pie.
The State Song is "These Green Mountains."
The State Tree is the Sugar Maple.
Vermont is home to one national forest - The Green Mountain National Forest - and 52 state parks. There are 300,000 acres of state forests.
There are six distinct geographic regions in Vermont: 1) the Northeast Highlands; 2) the Western New England Upland; 3) the Green Mountains; 4) the Vermont Valley; 5) the Taconic Mountains; and 6) the Champlain Valley.
The Abenaki, Mahican and Penacook groups were among the first Native Americans in the Vermont region. The New York Iroquois arrived around 1500, forcing many of the other groups away. During the early 1600s, several groups returned to conquer the Iroquois with help from French explorers.
The Vermont State Fair is in Rutland, Vermont, some 80 miles south and slightly east of Pilot Ridge and has operated since 1846. It occurs every year in August.
Vermont's largest employer is IBM, even if the most famous employer is most likely Ben and Jerry's.
Vermont has one dairy cow for every 3.8 people.
The in-state tuition for the University of Vermont is $17,300/year while the out-of-state tuition is $40,364/year.
Vermont does not sell alcohol to out of state licenses, you must have a liquor ID in order to purchase alcohol at liquor stores and grocery stores. This doesn't apply to bars, but can affect those traveling through the state.
Lake Champlain, a fresh water lake, is said to have its own monster - Champ - similar to the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland. Champ, according to legend, is friendly, between 20 to 80 feet long, and either has the head of a snake or a dog. The most famous photo of Champ dates back to 1977.
Lake Champlain is also the lowest point in the state at 95 feet elevation. The highest point is Mansfield with an elevation of 4,393 feet.The mean elevation is 1,000 feet above sea level.
Vermont is the least religious state in the U.S. Only 22% of residents consider religion important and attend services regularly.
Billboard advertising is banned in Vermont.
Vermont is home to more than 100 19th-Century covered wooden bridges.
A Right-to-Dry law was passed in 2009, legalizing for all residents the ability to hang their laundry outside.
Recreational marijuana use was legalized in 2018.
Vermont has the lowest violent crime rate of all 50 states.
No. 15 of the Acts of 1999: When serving apple pie in Vermont, a "good faith" effort shall be made to serve it with: (a) with a glass of cold milk, (b) with a slice of cheddar cheese, (c) with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Facts about Vermont:
Vermont's nickname is The Green Mountain State.
The origin of the name is from the French "Vert Mont", which literally is translated to "Green Mountain."
The capital is Montpelier, which is in the middle of the state and located some 40-45 minutes east and slightly south of Pilot Ridge. Its population is fewer than 9,000 which makes it the smallest state capital in the United States. The state capitol building is one of the few in the nation to have a gold dome, atop which is a statue of Ceres. It is the only state capital without a McDonald's.
Montpelier's nickname is "The Green Mountain City."
Burlington's nicknames are "Queen City of Vermont" and "Year-Round Vacationland."
The state population is 626,299, making it 49 out of 50 for population, second only to Wyoming. It is 31 out of 50 for population density, with is 9,250 square miles of land area.
Vermont is 160 miles long and 80 miles wide.
There are 14 county governments, 40 municipal governments, and 237 townships.
Vermont, prior to becoming an independent state, was claimed both by New Hampshire and by New York. It was founded on July 30, 1609 by French explorer Samuel de Champlain.
For 14 years, Vermont was its own nation: The Republic of Vermont. Founded in 1777, Vermont issued its own currency - Vermont coppers - operated a post office, and abolished slavery. They were the first state to abolish slavery.
Vermont became the 14th State on March 4, 1791. It was the first state admitted after the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Their present state constitution was adopted in 1793.
The State Motto is: "Freedom and Unity."
Two U.S. presidents were born in Vermont: Chester A. Arthur (21st) and Calvin Coolidge (30th).
The State Animal is the Morgan Horse.
The State Bird is the Hermit Thrush.
The State Butterfly is the Monarch Butterfly.
The State Fish is the Brook Trout and the Walleye Pike.
The State Flavor is Maple.
The State Flower is the Red Clover.
The State Gem is the Grossular Garnet.
The State Fruit is the Apple.
The State Insect is the Honey Bee.
The State Pie is Apple Pie.
The State Song is "These Green Mountains."
The State Tree is the Sugar Maple.
Vermont is home to one national forest - The Green Mountain National Forest - and 52 state parks. There are 300,000 acres of state forests.
There are six distinct geographic regions in Vermont: 1) the Northeast Highlands; 2) the Western New England Upland; 3) the Green Mountains; 4) the Vermont Valley; 5) the Taconic Mountains; and 6) the Champlain Valley.
The Abenaki, Mahican and Penacook groups were among the first Native Americans in the Vermont region. The New York Iroquois arrived around 1500, forcing many of the other groups away. During the early 1600s, several groups returned to conquer the Iroquois with help from French explorers.
The Vermont State Fair is in Rutland, Vermont, some 80 miles south and slightly east of Pilot Ridge and has operated since 1846. It occurs every year in August.
Vermont's largest employer is IBM, even if the most famous employer is most likely Ben and Jerry's.
Vermont has one dairy cow for every 3.8 people.
The in-state tuition for the University of Vermont is $17,300/year while the out-of-state tuition is $40,364/year.
Vermont does not sell alcohol to out of state licenses, you must have a liquor ID in order to purchase alcohol at liquor stores and grocery stores. This doesn't apply to bars, but can affect those traveling through the state.
Lake Champlain, a fresh water lake, is said to have its own monster - Champ - similar to the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland. Champ, according to legend, is friendly, between 20 to 80 feet long, and either has the head of a snake or a dog. The most famous photo of Champ dates back to 1977.
Lake Champlain is also the lowest point in the state at 95 feet elevation. The highest point is Mansfield with an elevation of 4,393 feet.The mean elevation is 1,000 feet above sea level.
Vermont is the least religious state in the U.S. Only 22% of residents consider religion important and attend services regularly.
Billboard advertising is banned in Vermont.
Vermont is home to more than 100 19th-Century covered wooden bridges.
A Right-to-Dry law was passed in 2009, legalizing for all residents the ability to hang their laundry outside.
Recreational marijuana use was legalized in 2018.
Vermont has the lowest violent crime rate of all 50 states.
No. 15 of the Acts of 1999: When serving apple pie in Vermont, a "good faith" effort shall be made to serve it with: (a) with a glass of cold milk, (b) with a slice of cheddar cheese, (c) with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream.
