Events
Reading the River: Brave the Wild River book group
Thursdays in March | 7pm - 8pm | Kellogg Hubbard Libary in Montpelier
Join Vermont River Conservancy for the final book of Reading the River, a three-part series exploring stories and solutions for living with rivers that flood.
Webinar: Brave The Wild River with author 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
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.
Resilience Like a River: Reflections on the Anniversary of Vermont’s Floods
Reflections on the Anniversary of Vermont's Floods; towns, residents, and local leaders have begun asking not just how to rebuild, but how to adapt. How do we live in relationship with our rivers, even as weather patterns become more extreme and less predictable? How do we rebuild in ways that are both smart and sustainable?
Water Wins: Spring/Summer 2025
As much as we love celebrating newly completed conservation easements – hard work that rightly deserves a round of high fives – we know it’s just the beginning of the conservation journey, not the end. We don’t just check the boxes and move on, we commit to doing our best by that land forever. Nature does a great job restoring itself on its own, but sometimes it needs a little kickstart.
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