Some of the best winter memories don’t involve reservations, schedules, or expensive gear.

They involve a sled, a hill, cold air on your face, and laughter that carries farther than you remember.

At The Wildflower Inn, winter fun doesn’t come with lines or lift tickets. It comes the old-fashioned way—simple, spontaneous, and shared.

This Is What Winter Used to Feel Like

Before winter became something you had to plan, it was something you just did.

You grabbed a sled.
You found a hill.
You stayed out until your cheeks burned and your gloves were soaked.

That kind of winter still exists in the Northeast Kingdom.

Families spread out across open spaces. Kids (and grown-ups) race downhill again and again. Thermoses are passed around. Someone always says, “Just one more run.”

Sledding: The Original Winter Adventure

Sledding might be simple—but it’s powerful.

It’s:

• Accessible (no experience required)
• Multi-generational (everyone can join in)
• Pure joy (no phones, no pressure)

At The Wildflower, sledding becomes part of a larger winter rhythm—outside play balanced by warm spaces to regroup, laugh, and refuel.

Make It a Winter Tradition

One of the best parts of old-school winter fun? It creates traditions without trying.

• Morning sledding before lunch
• Afternoon snow forts and free play
• Evening stories, board games, and early nights

There’s no rush to get anywhere else. Winter days naturally stretch and soften when you’re not chasing the next activity.

Warm Hands, Full Hearts

Old-school winter fun doesn’t end outside.

It ends with:

• Wet boots by the door
• Hot drinks in hand
• Comfort food and conversation
• The deep, satisfying tiredness that only fresh air can bring

At The Wildflower, winter isn’t about escaping the cold—it’s about embracing it, then warming up together.

Capture the Moment

Some moments are too good not to share.

If you’re sledding, laughing, or reliving your favorite winter memories while you’re here, tag us and use #wildflowerinnvt. We love seeing winter through our guests’ eyes—especially when it looks like this.

Winter doesn’t have to be complicated.
It just has to be real.

And sometimes, all you need is a sled.

Stay Wild.