Events
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.
30th Anniversary River Tours
May-October | Varying Times | Statewide
Join us for a celebration in a community near you! We’re hosting 6 months of activities — a chance to get your boots wet and connect with our growing community of river-lovers, discuss big ideas with our book group, or listen and learn via virtual webinars.
Webinar: Seek Higher Ground with Tim Palmer
October 29 | 6-7 p.m. | Virtual
Join us as we host award winning author and photographer Tim Palmer as he presents his new book, Seek Higher Ground: The Natural Solution to Our Urgent Flooding Crisis.
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
News
Meet our new UVM Intern: Emily
Meet our new UVM Intern Emily!
A Glimpse Into A Conservationist’s Everyday Work
Get a glimpse into a conservationist's every day work! Read an interview with our Southern Vermont Conservation Manager, Hayley Kolding and learn what she gets up to day to day.
Big Falls Eddy: New and Improved River Access in North Troy, VT
Safe access to the highest undammed waterfall in Vermont? Yes please! Big Falls Eddy has new and improved river access updates!
Kiosks Galore!
We are excited to announce an important initiative to improve river access experiences across the state. By the end of September we can celebrate the installation of 15 new interpretive signs and 10 newly built kiosks at protected river access sites.
Vermont’s Poisonous Plants: Where to find them and what to do
Hiking season is right around the corner—in a few weeks, you may see leaves turn beautifully orange, red, and yellow. But as you trek through your favorite trail, make sure you know what green (and sometimes multicolored) poisonous plants to avoid. Here are some easy ways to avoid a bad itch & rash
Reflections From a River Steward: End of a Season
Read our seasonal River Steward, Hughes' reflection from this summers work on the rivers throughout Vermont.
Fishing and Swimming on the White River
The White River in Vermont is a great destination for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors. Its clear water and natural features create deep pools that are perfect for both swimming and fishing.
Macroinvertebrates 101
Macroinvertebrates 101: What are they? How do we find them? What makes them so cool? Find out in this special blog where we discuss these tiny engineers of freshwater habitats.
Leave No Trace: Take care of yourself and our rivers
We know the phrase, “sharing is caring”, but what does that look like in practice at our rivers? Lets talk about leave no trace and what that means on our rivers.
Teamwork Flows Best on the Water
Our crew traded keyboards for currents on a much-needed staff river tubing day — recharging, reconnecting, and riding the flow together. As we tubed down the White River in Stockbridge, VT we reflected on why healthy, flowing rivers matter — for wildlife, communities, and future generations.
Reflections From a River Steward: Connecticut River Paddlers Trail
Read our new seasonal River Steward, Hughes' reflection from the past two weeks working on the Connecticut River Paddler’s Trail.
Where and How To Safely Swim This Summer
Ask any Vermonter to share favorite summer memories, and chances are you’ll hear the words “swimming hole.” Thanks to the miracles of 500 million years of geologic change, Vermont’s pools and cascades are graced with a kaleidoscope of pebbles, pools, riffles, and deep potholes. Unfortunately, every year, these same places claim the lives of Vermonters. Check out our tips to help you and your family enjoy local waterways safely.
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