Vermont State Parks

Top 10 Reasons why the 2011 April Fools Day Storm is Okay: 10. Won’t have to wash your car for another few days 9. The kids can still make igloos 8. Giddy skiers and riders are fun to watch 7. So are our local meteorologists 6. Great excuse for not cleaning up the lawn 5. Shoveling snow is fantastic exercise 4. Another day without those pesky insects 3. Perfect time for that Twilight Zone marathon 2. Hey, its not mud 1. The summer will be all the sweeter when it finally comes this year What would you add to the list?

Today, it is predicted that Vermont is getting heaps of snows! Many activities can ONLY be done with fresh snow, but one in particular is certain to tickle your taste buds. Use fresh, clean snowflakes to make your own ice cream . This recipe is a great way to get outside and have fun with family and friends while creating a treat! Fresh Snow Ice Cream (vanilla) Ingredients: 1 gallon of clean snow 1 can of condensed milk 2 cans of evaporated milk 1/2 cup of sugar 2 tablespoons of vanilla Directions: Best if made outside, so the bowls stay cold while mixing. Gently fold the condensed and evaporated milk into the snow. Add the sugar and vanilla. Mix well. Stir until it looks like ice cream and then serve in a bowl or cone. For those of you that are chocolate lovers, adjust the ingredients a little. Fresh Snow Ice Cream (chocolate) Ingredients: 1 gallon of clean snow 1/2 cup of sugar 1 cup of evaporated milk 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla unsweetened cocoa to taste Mix all ingredients together ex...