I was just looking at the Long Trail and agree with the Burlington to St.Albans to Richford options as pretty easy if you are flexible. Here's the crazy part. On the north side of town (Richford) you will see Golf Course road (a mile up from 105). If you follow that road you will reach the border itself. Walking a mile or so from the bus station takes you to this intersection- according to google earth- you can walk up the road to the border (ends at a dirt turnaround), then walk the border clearing to the terminus. All told only 8 miles, and to be honest, probably a pretty cool walk. Is that seriously asking for trouble though walking through the border clearing? We're friendly with the Canooks but these days strolling along the border may not be the wisest plan based upon other's posts. I know Vermont isn't a tough hitch, but this looks like a pretty pleasant walk all in all- and kind of a cool way to start/end your trip. Let me know what you think???