Spring in Mystic Country can only mean one thing: that’s the re-opening of clam shacks and ice cream shops up and down the coast. In fact, two of the area's best-loved clam shacks recently received some nice accolades from Esquire Magazine. The March 2008 issue of Esquire features a "coast-to-coast list of the finest meals on sliced bread." Three Connecticut sandwiches made the list of 20, including TWO in Mystic Country! Listen to the podcast to find out who the winners were.

On this program we'll also be talking to Mike Madura of the Denison Peuquotsepos Nature Center about the advent of Spring and some ways you can get out and enjoy it. We'll also discuss what to do if you find a baby bird, rabbit, or other animal and give you some suggestions on how to enjoy Earth Day.

Finally on this program we want to give you the inside scoop about some great discount packages that will entice you to visit Mystic Country to enjoy the spring season and take some time to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul in the process.

So Happy Earth Day! Sit back for the next few minutes and let us bring you a little of the scent of spring from Mystic Country.

For more information on this show's featured destinations visit:

Sea Swirl of Mystic
Cove Fish Market
Abbott's Lobster in the Rough
Costello's Clam Shack
Fred's Shanty
Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream
Dairy Barn at UConn
Mystic Sweets Shoppe
Michael's Dairy Downtown, New London
Avalonia’s Avery Preserve
Spa at Norwich Inn
Inn at Harbor Hill Marina
Mohegan Sun
Still River Cafe
Inn and Mystic & Floodtide Restaurant
Lucca Wine Bar Review
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Connecticut Audubon Society
Sunbeam Fleet

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Labels: Connecticut Audubon Center, Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, Mystic Country, Norwich Inn, Waterford Sunbeam fleet

While the weather outside might be chilly, February is one of the most romantic times for couples to visit Mystic Country. Certainly spring, summer and fall are highlights of the year, but during winter the throngs of vacationers are gone and visitors can have the back roads and other attractions pretty much to themselves. Whether you're staying at a romantic bed and breakfast, wandering a scenic byway, or enjoying one of the area's fine restaurants, the pace is more relaxed, and you can be, too.

On this program we interview Dave Labrie, innkeeper at The Inn at Harbor Hill Marina, who talks about some great couples getaways in one of the most scenic and romantic settings in all of New England.

We'll also tell you about a number of other indoor activities that will keep you warm and toasty while still enjoying the wonderful things the area has to offer.

So sit back for the next few minutes and let us bring you a little of the romantic flavor of Mystic Country!

For more information on this show's featured destinations visit:

Inn At Harbor Hill Marina
Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
Another Second Penny
Elias Child House B&B
B&B at Taylor's Corner
The Spa at Norwich Inn
Mashantucket Pequot Museum
Mystic Seaport
Mystic Aquarium
Saybrook Point Inn and Spa
The Dinosaur Place
Florence Griswold Museum
The Garde Arts Center
Mohegan Sun
Foxwoods Resort Casino
USS Nautilus
Spa In The Woods

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Now that cooler weather is finally upon us in Mystic Country, many people are asking about ideas for indoor activities around which to plan their next visit. While there are certainly plenty of Connecticut attractions that come to mind, one of our favorites is the fabulous Garde Arts Cetner in New London.

On this program we talk to Steve Siegel, Executive Director of The Garde, who has some very interesting things to say about the role that an arts center can play in the revitalization of an urban center like New London.

We'll also tell you about a number of other arts-related shows and activities that you can plan your next trip to Connecticut around.

So sit back for the next few minutes and let us bring you a little of the flavor of Mystic Country!

For more information on this show's featured destinations visit:

Mystic Arts Center
Florence Griswold Museum
Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Slater Memorial Art Museum
Hygienic Art
William Benton Museum of Art
Onstage at Connecticut College
Mohegan Sun
Norwich "Nutcracker On Ice"
U.S. Coast Guard Band Concert
Foxwoods

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Labels: Florence Griswold Museum, Foxwoods Casino Resort, Garde Arts Center, Hygienic Art, Mohegan Sun Casino Resort, New London Connecticut

Any time of the year is a good time to visit Mystic Country, Connecticut, but there's no doubt that — for many people — autumn is really special. The air is crisp, the leaves turn a hundred shades of red and gold, and and the hustle and bustle of summer gives way to the slower pace of fall.

Many people come back year after year to celebrate the changing colors of the season, and while that's certainly a good enough reason to visit, we've got a few other ideas for you as well.

If you're driving, why not take a self-guided tour of the hill towns and mill towns of Mystic Country, giving you a double dose of the area's history as well as its beauty.

For the slightly more adventurous, one of the most popular activities in the region is the series of annual "walking weekend" tours that will give you a somewhat more close up view of the area.

And along the way, celebrate the harvest season with a visit to one of Mystic Country's many fine vineyards and wineries, or make a day of it by attending a fall festival where you'll learn more about our area's agricultural heritage.

So sit back for the next few minutes and let us bring you a little of the fall flavor of Mystic Country!

For more information on this show's featured destinations visit:

The Last Green Valley
Stonington Vineyards
Connecticut Wine Trail
Daniel Packer Inne
Jonathan Edwards Winery
Mystic Seaport
Buell’s Orchard
Coventry Farmer's Market
Harvest Tyme at Blue Slope Country Museum
Fall Food Stroll Along New London’s Historic Waterfront

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Labels: Connecticut Wine Trail, Coventry Farmer's Market, Daniel Packer Inne, Stonington Vineyards, The Last Green Valley, walking weekend tours

Certainly one of the most interesting and unique events in Mystic Country this summer is the RiverFire in Putnam, Connecticut. This stunning pyrotechnic display draws thousands of visitors who enjoy music, food, and strolling along the streets of Putnam prior to the event itself. And best of all, admission is free. On this show we talk with Gary Osbrey of radio station WINY-AM in Putnam, who fills us in on the RiverFire as well as lots of other things to do and see in the area.

We'll also tell you about other upcoming events in Mystic Country, including a unique live calving at the 147th Annual Woodstock Fair. So sit back for the next few minutes and let us bring you a little of the flavor of Mystic Country!

For more information on this show's featured destinations visit:

WINY Radio
Woodstock Fair
Farmer's Cow: Fresh Connecticut Milk
Artists In The Country
Meet The Artists
Taste Of Mystic
New London's Wet Paint Week
Books, Brushes, Jazz & Blues Festival
Ledyard Fair
McCulloch Farm's Morgan Horse Versatility Event

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Labels: Artists In The Country, Farmer's Cow, McCulloch Farm, New London Wet Paint Week, Putnam RiverFire, Woodstock Fair