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: Biking the Poultney River
Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 12:00 PM–3:00 PM
Join Hayley Kolding, VRC’s Southern Conservation Manager, for a guided bicycle tour of the wetlands and floodplain habitats surrounding the Helen W. Buckner Memorial Natural Area along the Poultney River.
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.
News
40 acres on the New Haven River, Conserved
When the Town of Bristol, its Conservation Commission, the New Haven Anglers Association, the Agency of Natural Resources Rivers Program, the Vermont Housing and Conservation…
Journey’s End swimming hole now protected!
Congratulations! With tremendous community and foundation support, “Journey’s End” swimming hole in Johnson VT is now protected for all to enjoy. “Journey’s End” is a…
Volunteers Needed For Martin Bridge River Access Project
Help the Friends of the Winooski and the Vermont River Conservancy construct a new river access at Martin Bridge Park in Marshfield! On Thursday, September…
Holbrook Point Dedication Ceremony and CT River Paddle A Success!
On a brilliant August day, over 75 people gathered at the Holbrook Point campsite to honor the legacy of Reggie Ellingwood and celebrate the Connecticut…
Just Conserved: 14 acres on the New Haven
Vermont River Conservancy just protected 14 acres on the New Haven River, with landowner Paul Fuller. The New Haven River is an active example…
How to be flood prepared…
June 27, 2013: Vermont rivers are full, and with more rain storms on the way beginning this evening and through the weekend, please be flood smart:…
Buttermilk Falls has been adopted!
Teaming up with local ski resort Okemo, the Black River Action Team (BRAT, a local volunteer-run watershed group) is making swimmer safety a priority at…
Viewpoints: VRC on the radio
What are you doing Sunday at 7 pm? Listen to VRC Director Steve Libby talk about protecting riverlands in Vermont : on Lynne Goodson’s show…
Sign up now for a work day on the Connecticut River!
Volunteers are needed to help the Vermont River Conservancy revitalize the windyhurst campsite, in Westmoreland, NH, on Saturday, May 4th. Join us for a work party where…
The Nops help conserve the Neshobe
Warren, William and John Nop jointly run a large dairy farm in Addison and Rutland counties. And they are helping protect the Neshobe River’s natural…
Just Conserved: 6 acres on the Neshobe River
6 acres of the Dilts property was dramatically impacted by Tropical Storm Irene in August 2011, when the Neshobe River flooded these wooded floodplain forests. This…
Canoeing the CT, with Willem Lange & VRC
Perfect viewing for a cold winter day! Enjoy the balmy summer days floating down the Connecticut River with Vermont River Conservancy Board and staff, and…
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