In this issue: Our 2020 Annual Report, Wildland Forestry and Vermont’s Current Use Program, restoring the West Barn, Forest Friend signs, Game of Logging Level 2, burning trees for electricity, and more. Hot off the e-press: Our 2020 Annual Report Take a look at what Vermont Family Forests was up to last year, in words and […]
Continue readingUpcoming Events and Programs Our Spring Newsletter is right around the corner (mid April send out) but here are some can’t miss events, opportunities and announcements we want you to know about! Burlington’s Virtual Community Summit on Climate Change Solutions Using NatureOur city is often seen as a leader in addressing climate change, and our […]
Continue readingAbout • Our Work • Calendar • Support • Blog • Visit • Stay & Dine • Gather • Farm Store Here in Shelburne, we are in the midst of spring lambing and sugaring season, and the summer growing season is around the corner. Given that the remaining course of the pandemic is still uncertain, we have decided that we will not be opening many of our on-site programs and operations in 2021. […]
Continue readingCommunity Summit on Climate Solutions Using Nature Our city is often seen as a leader in addressing climate change, and our current approach centers energy and emissions. But there is more that we can be doing – from city action, to neighborhood action. The Burlington Conservation Board is asking you to join us in imagining […]
Continue readingWhether you’re tapping sugar maples or waiting for the first wildflowers, with today’s warm weather, the anticipation of spring is everywhere. We’re excited to share some great conservation news and announce new online events. Stay grounded, stay safe,and thank you for your support,All of us at VLT What you helped us accomplish Good news from […]
Continue readingMarch Newsletter In this newsletter: Vermont’s Natural History Course – June 28 – July 2, 2021 We’re Hiring! – Interested in joining our team of mentors? We’re hiring for summer camps. April Alive! Vacation Camp – We will open registration for April Alive Vacation Camp on March 26th at noon! Vermont’s Natural History Course | June 28 – July 2 […]
Continue readingecoNEWS VT – Winter 2020-21 Highlighting the latest findings in ecological research and monitoring from across Vermont We’re deep into winter, which means voyages into the mountains and forests are reserved for the brave. However, you can still learn about these landscapes through this edition of ecoNEWS! Our winter newsletter highlights research about political influence […]
Continue readingThe Castor Conundrum: Implications for Beaver Related Restoration. If you haven’t read Ben Goldfarb’s book — Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter — we highly recommend it! This gem by Chelsea Green Publishing features Sterling College (VT) alumna Vanessa Petro ‘06 who is a Senior Faculty Research Assistant at Oregon State […]
Continue readingJoin ALPINE for two upcoming events: ALPINE Spring Webinar Series: The Woods Around the Ivory Tower- a Systematic Review Examining the Value and Relevance of US University Forests Wednesday, March 3, 202112:00-1:00pm Throughout the US, many institutions of higher education own forested tracts, often called school forests, which they use for teaching, research, and demonstration […]
Continue readingBack in the day, before City Market had a Rally for Change, they celebrated Valentine’s Day by raising money in February for the Intervale Center. For a dollar, you could put your name on a heart and post it in the windows at the front of the store. It was always so fun to see […]
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