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On the heels of this summer's floods, it’s clear that our rivers – and our communities – need our help. Give today to protect and restore rivers for people and wildlife.
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Reading the River: Book Group Series
October-January | Varying Times | Montpelier & Barre
Join Vermont River Conservancy for Reading the River, a three-part series exploring stories and solutions for living with rivers that flood.
Webinar: Beaverland
February 19 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Virtual
Join us as we host award winning author Leila Philip as she presents her new book Beaverland How One Weird Rodent Made America.
Webinar: Brave The Wild River with Melissa L. Sevigny
March 26 | 7-8 p.m. | Virtual
Join us as we host award winning author Melissa L. Sevigny as she presents her new book Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon
Latest News
New and Improved Bucket List
This year we spruced up several conserved sites to make them more welcoming and accessible for all to enjoy. Meet these new and improved places to walk, splash, fish, or paddle – places to add to your weekend bucket list.
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Conservation in Focus Webinar Recording’s
Protect It, and They Will Come
Reflections: Fall 2025 Co-Director Update
Find Your River
Since 1995, we’ve helped protect more than 100 special places – swimming holes, paddlers trails, and fishing access sites, and habitat for warblers and wood turtles. Discover the places we've worked to protect, and plan your next adventure.
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Landowner Toolbox
Behind each of our conservation projects is a visionary landowner. Thinking about the future of your land can be overwhelming, but we can help you find a solution that’s right for you. Whether you’re a landowner, or whether you’re someone who sees a great opportunity in your community, start here to learn how you can make a difference.
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