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Wetland inlet in the summer

Protecting Vermont’s Wetlands

April 9, 2024

Curious about lands that aren't rivers that we have protected? Wetlands are vital in filtering water and providing habitat. Find out more in this blog post.

Joiner Brook Dam in Barre Vermont

History of Vermont’s Dams

March 25, 2024

Curious about how dams came about in Vermont? Want to learn about different types of dams and their status today? Read this post to learn more.

Nulhegan River

Exploring Totality: How to view the total solar eclipse in vermont

March 13, 2024

Find out how to see the total eclipse in Vermont.

Students place Lego buildings on a blank city sculpture

Flood Science with Elementary Students

February 28, 2024

We recently taught an after-school class about rivers and flooding.

Volunteers create artwork with recycled bottle caps (Jim Deshler)

Barre: Art for Our Rivers

February 18, 2024

We spent a cold Saturday afternoon outside for our rivers. From storytelling, to snowshoeing, to warming up by the fire, there was something for all ages to enjoy while we created a trail entry arch.

Meet Amanda Garland, VRC's 2023 River Steward

Meet our Stewardship Coordinator, Amanda

February 15, 2024

Meet our 2023 River Steward! Summer is a busy season for us here at Vermont River Conservancy. Amanda will be a friendly face out in the field, helping us get all of the important work done on the ground.

The Missisquoi River in the winter.

Winter Mist

February 6, 2024

Have you ever noticed the ethereal mist that forms on our rivers in the winter? Read this blog post to learn why this happens.

An icy river narrows, and is surrounded by large conifers.

Easement Surveying Adventure

January 31, 2024

Read about an adventure surveying a soon-to-be-protected river corridor easement.

Three people gather around an iPad to look at a map.

What Inspired our AmeriCorps Member’s Service?

January 16, 2024

Read about what inspires our Community Engagement Coordinator's service through AmeriCorps at Vermont River Conservancy.

Opportunities for Winter River Exploration in Vermont

January 3, 2024

Find a spot along a Vermont river to explore during the winter.

Scientists observe the site of a new park in Brattleboro Vermont

Celebrating 23 Projects Completed for our Rivers in 2023

December 18, 2023

Curious about what we have done this year? Read about 23 projects we completed in 2023 and how they contribute to our mission of protecting and restoring rivers in Vermont.

Vermont's Green River surrounded by lush green vegetation.

Sampling Macroinvertebrates on the Green River

December 13, 2023

People of all ages learned about macroinvertebrates and stream health during this all ages event in Guilford.

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