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From relaxing day trips and spa treatments to music festivals and a week-long tai chi retreat, Litchfield County in Northwestern Connecticut offers countless summertime getaway opportunities.
With many people feeling stressed about geopolitical conflicts, climate change, and polarizing tensions in the US, focusing your summer activities around wellness can be a salve for the soul. Whether you live near Litchfield County or are visiting this beautiful and historic part of New England, you’re sure to find an abundance of fun, de-stressing activities for all ages and interests. Here are a few:
- Take a hike. Litchfield County, Connecticut, has a wealth of beautiful trails for every outdoor enthusiast. From gentle, meditative strolls to serious backpacking, biking, and running, you’ll find your path away from the busy world. Be sure to check AllTrails for curated suggestions in the region.
- Love fine fiddling? Set your sights on the annual Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival in Goshen, August 8-11. You’ll hear some of the best bluegrass around, plus there will be all kinds of activities for grownups and kids alike!
- Commune with the birds. Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy in the town of Litchfield provides a unique chance to explore the natural habitats of more than 80 species of rare and endangered birds while learning about the bounty of local nature and the need for waterfowl conservation. Book a tour or explore on your own.
- Chill at a spa. Seeking some serious pampering? There are plenty of spas to choose from in this part of Connecticut. Check out the ultra-elegant Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, The Spa at Litchfield Hills in Litchfield, or the spot crowned number one on Condé Nast’s list of the world’s best wellness retreats, Winvian Farm Spa in Morris.
- Jazz it up! From July 26 to 28, you can enjoy the 29th annual Litchfield Jazz Fest in Washington, Connecticut. You can catch a program of world-class jazz artists for one, two, or all three days.
- Adore formal gardens and idyllic landscapes? Why not plan an afternoon at the Hollister House Garden in Washington, in the Litchfield Hills? The stunning American take on a classic English garden is scenically accented by an 18th-century house, barns, and outbuildings. The website even provides a preview of what will be in bloom.
- Still thinking about trying tai chi? From June 17 to 24, bring balance and calm into your life at a rejuvenating weeklong tai chi retreat with the Tai Chi Foundation. Whether you’re new to tai chi or have practiced for decades, this retreat is perfect for all experience levels. Participate as much as you like in tai chi classes, qigong, meditation, Hawaiian Swimming, and more. The retreat will be held on the beautiful campus of the Hotchkiss School in Lakeville, Connecticut. Learn more and register here.
Join the Tai Chi Foundation for any of our Tai Chi Holiday Retreats this summer! In addition to the program at the Hotchkiss School in Connecticut from June 17-24, there will also be one in Cheltenham, UK, at the Dean Close School from August 12-18.
Staying closer to home this summer? Check out our dozens of online classes, in-person schools, and Teachable on-demand courses.
New to tai chi? Start here with one of our free monthly online Open Houses.
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Marina Muhlfriedel
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