Scott and Dave met in May 1991 while Scott was at Mount Snow in Vermont training for a triathlon and Dave was directing the Mountain Bike School there.
Scott was living in NYC at the time and Dave is from Vermont. Scott had an early career in marketing & advertising, was running a mail order catalog business and was an amateur competitive triathlete, Dave was a pro ski patroller at Mount Snow during the winter months and a pro mountain biker in the off-season.
Previous to Mount Snow, Dave was a professional chef with much experience in the hospitality field.
- Population: Brattleboro has a population of 12,046 people.
- Cost of living: The cost of living in Brattleboro is higher than the national average but lower than the cost of living in other parts of Vermont.
- Real estate: The median home price in Brattleboro is $325,000.
- Climate: Brattleboro has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. The average temperature in January is 22 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average in July is 74 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Geography: Brattleboro is located on the Connecticut River in the southern part of Vermont.
- The LGBTQ+ community: Brattleboro is a welcoming and inclusive community for LGBTQ+ people. There are many LGBTQ+-friendly businesses and organizations in Brattleboro, and the city has a strong sense of community.
- Crime and safety: Brattleboro is a safe and comfortable place to live. The crime rate in Brattleboro is low, and the city has a strong sense of community safety.
Here is some additional information about Brattleboro:
- Brattleboro is a popular tourist destination. The town is home to a number of art galleries, museums, and shops.
- Brattleboro is also a popular destination for outdoor recreation. The town is located near a number of hiking trails, biking trails, and swimming holes.
- Brattleboro is a great place to retire. The town is quiet and peaceful, and the cost of living is relatively low.
- Brattleboro is also a great place to raise a family. The town has a robust public school system, and there are a number of family-friendly activities and events.
Further background:
https://www.frogmeadow.com/more-info/about-ushistory/
https://www.frogmeadow.com/gay-brattleboro-vt/
https://www.frogmeadow.com/rock-river-vermont/
https://www.frogmeadow.com/more-info/recent-pressmedia/
https://www.frogmeadow.com/community-partners/
https://www.gayrealestate.com/news/usa/vermont/brattleboro/gay-realtor-brattleboro-vermont-a-vibrant-gay-arts-community.html
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