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River Tours
September 5th-October 10th
Join us on our river tours in the Memphremagog, Missisquoi, White, Poultney–Mettawee, Lamoille, and Upper Winooski watersheds!
Reading the Riverscape: A Lumen Print River Tour
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM–3:00 PM in Poultney, VT
Join us for a guided walk along the Poultney River to explore fall phenology, discover the important role native riparian plants play in river health, and create art using sunlight! Make a unique lumen print, a photo-making process without using a camera by placing materials directly on special photographic paper, and exposing it to sunlight.
Flood Resilience Tour: Rivers, Beavers & Restoration
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
Come join us in the Upper Winooski watershed and discover what beavers can teach us about healthy rivers!
Cyanotypes on the Headwater Forest of the Barton River
Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Hike through the Barton River headwaters, discover how healthy forests protect rivers, and create a beautiful cyanotype print using plants collected along the trail.
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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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