March 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 […]
Continue readingGreetings Everyone, Welcome to the winter edition of the Vermont State Parks newsletter. Thank you to everyone who found joy and health in state parks in 2020. After last year’s challenges, we hope you are finding peace and enjoying some winter fun. Whether you’re heading out on a short hike with your dog, an ice […]
Continue readingWith fresh snow on the ground, it’s a great time to get outside and connect with nature. Let our recreation map help you find some new places to stay grounded. Or print out our Winter Backyard Bingo for a family adventure outdoors. Then, while you’re warming up indoors, check out our upcoming online events. Join us to […]
Continue readingLivestream: Paint-along Workshop Sunday, January 31, 2021 – 12:00pm to 1:30pmVirtual Class Join us for a relaxing acrylic painting lesson from the comfort of your own home! The event is sponsored in part by Arts So Wonderful and hosted by a local artist Kadina Malicbegovic of www.littleartsyfaces.com. She’ll introduce participants to her favorite art techniques, then […]
Continue readingTHANK YOU FOR HELPING US MEET THE GROWINGNEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY IN 2020! Enjoy the Intervale this Winter with our Love the Land Series This winter looks different, as we all know. Since the pandemic started, we have seen unprecedented rates of people seeking nature therapy in the Intervale. Outdoor recreation has never been as […]
Continue readingBTV Conservation News The Pulse of Burlington’s Wild Green HeartDecember 2020Issue No. 15 Visit Our Website Happy Holidays from Dan & Alicia Winter is a time to reflect and appreciate stillness and some slowing down, and it also presents us with unique and expansive ways to enjoy the natural world. For the times you are cozying up and […]
Continue reading