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 https://vermontbiz.com/news/2023/january/02/vermont-once-again-tops-list-top-moving-destinations-2022 Support the showIf you enjoy these podcasts, please make a donation by clicking the coffee cup on any page of our website www.wheredogaysretire.com. Each cup of coffee costs $5 and goes towards bringing you these podcasts in the future.