A few of the best things to do and see while staying at Boulders:
Candlewood Valley Country Club
Candlewood Valley Country Club is a privately owned, public 18 hole Golf Facility situated on 175 acres in the scenic Candlewood Valley in New Milford, Connecticut. Open seven days a week, weather permitting. They also offer a practice green and chipping area, as well as a teaching/lesson/clinic area for PGA Golf Professionals.
401 Danbury Road, New Milford CT, 06776
Distance: 13 miles, about 30 minutes
Ph: (860) 354-9359
Link: http://www.candlewoodvalleygolf.com/
Crestbrook Park Golf Course
18 hole public golf course, open from April through December 15. Driving range, rental clubs and a Pro on site available, no metal spikes allowed, no credit cards accepted.
834 Northfield Rd, Watertown, CT 06795
Distance: 20 miles, about 45 minutes
Ph: (860) 945-5249
Link: http://www.golfguideweb.com
Sloane-Stanley Museum
Eric Sloane (1905-1985) painted rural New England and collected handcrafted wooden tools, which he prized as works of Yankee ingenuity and art. This barn-style museum housing his studio and collection is a tribute to rural America. Open mid-May to late Oct. Wed.-Sun. 10-4. $3.50, seniors $2.50, ages 6-17 $2.
Rte. 7, Kent, CT 06757
Distance: appr. 12 miles, about 25 minutes
Ph: 860-927-3849
http://www.chc.state.ct.us
American Indian Archeological Institute
Formerly the American Indian Archaeological Institute, this fine educational facility focuses on the history and culture of the Native American. Family programs and special events take place throughout the year, and a Library is available for those doing serious studies.
38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT 06793
Distance: appr. 8 miles, about 17 minutes
Ph: (203) 868 0518
http://www.birdstone.org/
Gunn Historical Museum
The Gunn Historical Museum presents an ever-changing view of local history in one of the most beautiful locations in Connecticut. Come step into the world that was and see it through the eyes, images, artifacts, and stories of the many people -- great and ordinary -- who have made and make our town and museum a memorable place.
5 Wykeham Road, Washington, CT 06793
Distance: appr. 6.5 miles, about 13 minutes
Ph: 860-868-7756
Thu-Sat: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun: 12 noon - 4 p.m.
http://www.biblio.org/gunn/
Glebe House Museum
Set in the picturesque Litchfield Hills in historic Woodbury's village center, the Glebe House Museum offers the visitor a glimpse of Revolutionary War era Connecticut. The simple but elegant 18th century farmhouse is furnished as the home of the Reverend John Marshall and his family who lived in the "glebe" during the turmoil of the American war for Independence.
Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
Distance: appr. 16 miles, about 35 minutes
(203) 263-2855
Apr.-Oct., Wed.-Sun. 1-4. Nov., Sat.-Sun. 1-4.
http://www.theglebehouse.org/
Festivals
The Litchfield Jazz Festival
(est. 1996), is held at the Goshen Fairgrounds in Goshen, CT the first full weekend in August each summer. The weekend includes an opening night “Friends of the Festival Gala,” three days of the best in jazz, a juried craft show, a variety of food vendors and performances on a second stage by students from the Litchfield Jazz Camp. Fun for the whole family with children under 12 free on the lawn. Over the years they have presented legends like Sonny Rollins, Dave Brubeck, Tito Puente and Ray Charles as well as introduced new talent and fostered the careers of Diana Krall, John Pizzarelli, Brad Mehldau, Jane Monheit and many others. The NY Times called the festival “a model jazz line-up,” and the Wall Street Journal said it “stands tall.” For more information visit http://www.litchfieldjazzfest.com, phone 860-567-4162 or email us at info@litchfieldjazzfest.com
Goshen Fairgrounds, 116 Old Middle Road (Route 63), Goshen, CT 06756
Dates: First weekend of August
Admission: $35 - $350
Distance: appr. 18 miles, about 35 minutes
Phone: (860) 567-4162
Fax: (860) 567-3592
Web Site: http://www.litchfieldjazzfest.com
E-mail: info@litchfieldjazzfest.com
Skiing
Woodbury Ski Area
Woodbury Ski Area is a unique year-round outdoor recreational facility located in the Southern Litchfield Hills. This is a smaller, family oriented mountain offering 100% snowmaking and grooming, downhill skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing, and cross-country skiing.
785 Washington Road Woodbury, Connecticut
Distance: 11 miles, about 25 minutes
Ph: 203.263.2203
Web site: http://www.woodburyskiarea.com
E-mail: info@woodburyskiarea.com
Ski Butternut
Ski Butternut is located 3 miles east of Great Barrington, MA, a pleasant New England town situated in the heart of the beautiful Berkshire Mountains. Ski Butternut features skiing and snowboarding on 22 trails with 2 terrain parks open to both skiers and riders, plus an 8-kilometer cross country center that also offers rentals and lessons. Butternut is an excellent area to learn to ski or snowboard due to its gentle beginner terrain and outstanding ski school as well as its excellent snowmaking and grooming.
380 State Road - Route 23 - Great Barrington, MA 01230
Distance: about 41 miles, a little over an hour
Ph: 413-528-2000
Web site: http://www.butternutbasin.com/
E-mail: info@skibutternut.com
