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December 5th, 2015 -
Barry Griffith led a Green Mountain Club outing to the site of Mount Independence. The hikers were led around the former fort exploring the grounds.
February 25th, 2016 -
Thanks to the Northern Illinois University, a letter from General Gates to Governor Trumbull has been posted online regarding the creation of this military road! Click HERE to read the letter.
April 3rd, 2016 -
Our 2016 calendar has been updated. There are lots of good events planned for the year. Be sure to mark your calendars with the ones of interest to you and we hope to see you soon!
September 10 & 11, 2016 -
The weekend was full of activity at the Mount Independence site in Orwell. There was re-enactors, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, historical presentations and more. Sunday’s schedule included an unveiling of one of the new road signs. More will be added over the coming years. Historian Tom Hughes had the honor of unveiling the sign after a well spoken speech explaining its purpose along with some of the history of the military road between the Mount and the CPR in Center Rutland. More photos can be seen HERE
August 20th, 2016 -
President Jim Rowe led another segment of the popular car tour series. The weather was great and gathered a good group of participants. It began at the Hubbardton Battlefield visitor’s center and finished at Mead’s Falls in Center Rutland. Photos can be viewed HERE
June 4, 2017
Our 2017 calendar has been updated. There are lots of good events planned for the year. Be sure to mark your calendars with the ones of interest to you and we hope to see you soon!
April 1st, 2018 -
The annual mailing for the CPRA has been completed and is set to mail to members. Keep an eye on your mailbox for the exciting new schedule and other content to be arriving soon!
July 7th, 2018 -
As part of the annual re-enactment weekend, the CPRA had a table set up to greet visitors. The turnout was good and we shared knowledge of the Hubbardton Military Road to many people.
April 1st, 2020 -
An exciting new outing is planned for May 17th, 2020. Be sure to consider attending! Full details can be found HERE
