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The Town of Woodbury is a small, rural, residential, and tourism based community located on the northern edge of Washington County.
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Woodbury Nostalgia: Vintage Photos, Ads, and Postcards

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1839 - Woodbury
Woodbury, Vermont
Washington county. Woodbury is watered by branches of Onion and Lamoille rivers, and contains a greater number of ponds than any other town in the state. These ponds afford a great variety of fish. Woodbury lies 15 miles N. by E. from Montpelier. Population, 1800, 23; 1820, 432; 1830, 824.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839
1849 - Woodbury
Washington Co. Woodbury was first settled in 1800. The town is watered by branches of Winooski and Lamoille Rivers, and probably contains a greater number of ponds than any other town in the State. The surface is rough, but the soil is good for grazing.

This town has a great variety of beautiful scenery, and nowhere can the sportsman, for fish or fowl, find a better resort.

Boundaries. North by Hardwick, east by Cabot, south by Calais, and west bv Elmore.

Productions of the Soil. Wheat, 826 bushels; Indian corn, 1,748 bushels j potatoes, 5,935 bushels ; hay, 1,437 tons ; maple sugar, 18,695 pounds ; wool, 2,586 pounds.

Distances. Fifteen miles north by east from Montpelier.
A gazetteer of Vermont... by John Hayward Boston - Tappan, Whittemore, and Mason 1849
Here's a list of some must-see places and activities in and around Woodbury:
Green River Reservoir State Park:

One of the biggest attractions in Woodbury, this state park offers excellent opportunities for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and camping. The serene reservoir is surrounded by lush forests, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.

Hiking and Biking:

Explore the natural beauty of Woodbury by hiking or biking along the numerous trails in the area. The Woodbury Town Forest and the Worcester Mountain trails offer scenic vistas and a chance to observe wildlife.

Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing:

During the winter months, the same trails that are great for hiking and biking turn into fantastic places for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The quiet, snow-covered landscapes are a winter wonderland.

Ben & Jerry's Factory Tour:

Just a short drive from Woodbury, you can visit the famous Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory in Waterbury. Take a guided tour to see how this beloved ice cream is made and enjoy a sweet treat in the scoop... Read MORE...

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