Barnet was settled primarily by Scottish immigrants. It neighbors the Connecticut River, New Hampshire, and Peacham, VT. The scenic town of Barnet features Harvey's Lake, a favorite summer vacation spot. The villages within Barnet include: McIndoe Falls, East Barnet, West Barnet and Passumpsic.
Harvey's Lake was the lake that famous French oceanograher Jacques Cousteau first experienced underwater diving. Cousteau visited Harvey's Lake as a child. Jacques-Yves Cousteau died on Wednesday, June 25, 1997. He w
as considered by many to be "the father of the enviornmental movement".
Barnet is also home to Karme-Choling - a Tibetan meditation retreat and center. The Milarepa Center is also located here.
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