Events
River Tours
September 5th-October 10th
Join us on our river tours in the Memphremagog, Missisquoi, White, Poultney–Mettawee, Lamoille, and Upper Winooski watersheds!
UP NEXT! Through the Floodplain Forest: A Barton River Paddle
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Paddle the lower Barton River with Vermont River Conservancy’s Northern Vermont Conservation Manager, Remy Crettol, as we journey through expansive floodplain forests to the South Bay of Lake Memphremagog.
Explore Life on the Green River!
Oct. 17, 2026, 10:00am-3:00pm at Green River Meadows, 741 River Rd, Guilford, VT 05301
Come Explore Life on the Green River at Green River Meadows. In partnership with Windham County Natural Resources Conservation District (WCNRCD), the Green River Watershed Alliance (GRWA), Vermont River Conservancy (VRC), and members from Trout Unlimited, Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) will host an educational event with activities fit for all ages.
Cyanotypes on the Headwater Forest of the Barton River
RESCHEDULED: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Join VRC’s Community Engagement Coordinator Gabriella Marchesani for a guided hike through the headwater forests of Perry Holbrook Memorial State Park. After the hike, join artist Benjamin Aleshire for a hands-on cyanotype workshop. Using natural materials gathered along the trail, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind botanical print while connecting ecological discovery with creativity.
Bloomfield Volunteer Day
Friday, October 30th, 10 am-2 pm at Hulhegan Hut and Trails, 2699 VT-105, Bloomfield VT
From dilapidated buildings, to seeding a flourishing meadow... Help us transform a neglected 2-acre riverfront site into a thriving ecosystem for people and wildlife! After the big bulldozers remove the unsightly buildings, join us to plant 50 native trees and restore a meadow with locally sourced seeds from the Riparian Lands Native Seed Partnership.
Bolton Potholes Cleanup & Improvements Info Session
Saturday November 7, Smilie Elementary School, 1-3 pm
Meet at the Smilie School parking area to learn more about proposed changes to the swimming hole access, lend a hand to clean up a potential outdoor classroom space, as well as the conserved land and town property.
News
VRC’s Newest Site Steward Volunteer
Vermont River Conservancy would not be where it is today without the dedication and commitment of the communities we work in, especially, local volunteers. we…
Nulhegan Confluence Hut and Trails
The Vermont River Conservancy has recently conserved several properties at the confluence of the Nulhegan River and its East Branch in in Vermont’s Northeasrt Kingdom…
Tell Us About Your Canoe!
We want to hear from you! Check out this short National Geographic movie, The Canoe. The Vermont River Conservancy wants to hear about your canoe. Send us…
Nulhegan Hut – May Workdays
Help finish the Nulhegan Hut! This 14×16 timber framed structure, built by students and volunteers in the fall, is designed to be a base for…
You Can Become a Sustaining Donor!
Did you know that the Vermont River Conservancy has a Monthly Giving Club? Recurring gifts make a difference in VRC’s work to protect special lands along…
Paddler Trails
The Vermont River Conservancy is actively working to develop, in partnership with other organizations around the state, paddlers’ trails for our rivers. Here are some…
Nulhegan Confluence Hut – Volunteer Days Oct 21st and 22nd
Join us on Friday, October 21st and/or Saturday, October 22nd, to help install the roof and sheathing boards for a new timber framed hut along the Nulhegan River…
Nulhegan River Clean-up
On October 9th, join river enthusiasts on a Sunday afternoon paddle along a scenic section of the Nulhegan River in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Peak fall…
Nulhegan Confluence Hut Raising
Join us on Monday, October 10th (Columbus Day) to help raise a new timber framed hut along the Nulhegan River in Bloomfield, Vermont! This is…
VRC Celebrates Arthur Buck River Access
The Vermont River Conservancy was excited to celebrate the improvements to the Arthur Buck River Access in Moretown with a group of locals – including…
VRC Plants 170 Native and Edible Trees along the LaPlatte River
This spring, the Vermont River Conservancy planted 170 trees and shrubs at the Albert’s Way neighborhood on the LaPlatte River and Mud Hollow Brook in…
Over 200 Trees and Shrubs Planted along the Winooski
On May 19th, The Vermont River Conservancy planted 230 trees and shrubs to enhance the Arthur Buck River Access Park along the Winooski River in…
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