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Dairy Farmer Appreciation Day Solutes the Vital Economic Driver of Jay's Region

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By AlpineZone News

JAY, Vermont -- If grabbing a bite of Vermont cheddar at one race gate and chugging a glass of cold milk at another is any indication of the uniqueness of Jay Peak's Dairy Farmer Appreciation Day, then the 20th Anniversary celebration of this annual event on Jan. 25 should prove to be one that again celebrates the soul and essence of Vermont.

Born out of an idea to marry the relationship between the agricultural landscape and tourist-based businesses like Jay Peak, Dairy Day, as it is now fondly known, brings together more than 300 dairy farmers, most of whom don't see each other throughout the year because of their rigorous work schedules.

"Skiing at Jay is a nice way to socialize with friends who usually spend time isolated on their farms," said Lisa McCrory, who drives to Jay from Earthwise Farm and Forest in Bethel, more than two hours south of the resort. "It's so rare that farmers feel admired or put on a pedestal. And they should be."

Every Vermont farm receives three complimentary lift tickets for the day, free lessons, discounted rentals, local food sampling, a Nastar race, and an apr


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