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
The festival with something for everyone from the best professional music around, to heartwarming performances by students of our music and dance programs, to great food and drink, art and photography, and crafts of all kinds. Past artists included James Moody, Dave Brubeck, Sonny Rollins, Slide Hampton and Amhad Jamal. We were also blessed to have had some of the finest jazz players before they passed away, Tommy Flanagan, Ray Charles, Thomas Chapin, Tito Puente, and Stanley Turrentine.
Goshen Fairgrounds, 116 Old Middle Road (Route 63), Goshen, CT 06756
Dates: August 4,5,6, 2006
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
Westconn & Litchfield Performing Arts Jazz Festival
This jazz festivals features student combos or big bands and the Joe Lovano Nonet. Each ensemble will play for 30 minutes at either Ives Concert Hall or Alumni Hall. Afterward, they will receive constructive feedback from world renown jazz artists, including Don Braden, Terrell Stafford, John Benitez, Mark Whitfield, Jeff Hellmer and Matt Wilson.
181 White Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Distance: appr. 24 miles, about 45 minutes
Dates: April 28-30, 2005
Ph: 203-837-8614
Web site: http://www.litchfieldjazzfestiv
E-mail: piechotal@wcsu.edu
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
