Quechee, VT (USA)

After work (1445) today, I drove to White River Junction and went swimming (45 minutes, 52 lengths) at UVAC.  Once finished (1600), I made my way to Quechee so I could check out the Balloon Festival venue.  Because of my volunteer wrist band, I was able to enter and tour the grounds (1630 to 1830).  I stopped at almost every tent and tasted several local wines (Frontenac, Frontenac Gris, Marquette, etc.) and spirits.  In fact, I bought items at Vermont Spirits, Smugglers Notch Distillery and North Branch Winery.  At the latter location, I had a great conversation with the owner (John) about Agritourism.  During this window, it rained a lot but he let me under his tent.  After the rain stopped, I waited for a while to find out about whether the balloons might launch.  Unfortunately, the ultimately canceled them - not even the famous "Glow" was expected to be possible.  I didn't feel waiting until later (2030ish) to find out and, after getting a corn dog, left the fair grounds.  I was home at my condo by 1900 - hoping my next visit to the Festival has better luck with the weather for balloons!