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
Meet our Spring 2026 UVM Intern: Sarah
Meet our new UVM Intern of Spring 2026, Sarah! Sarah will be joining Vermont River Conservancy's team out on the field helping improve wood turtle habitat.
New and Improved Bucket List
This year we spruced up several conserved sites to make them more welcoming and accessible for all to enjoy. Meet these new and improved places to walk, splash, fish, or paddle – places to add to your weekend bucket list.
Conservation in Focus Webinar Recording’s
Did you miss our High Water Remarks and Conservation Plan Reveal webinar sessions? View the Zoom recording and resources in this blog post.
Protect It, and They Will Come
Lessons learned and hope for the future, read the recap from our stewardship teams field day in May working to restore Wood Turtle nesting sites.
Reflections: Fall 2025 Co-Director Update
The Multiplier Effect: The principle that one investment catalyzes another; a chain reaction wherein good begets good.
Fall/Winter 2025 Newsletter
Check out our Fall/Winter 2025 Newsletter!
Flooding Crisis: Lessons from Tim Palmer on Building Flood Resilient Communities
Did you miss the Seek Higher Ground Webinar? Don't worry! Dive into this recap with lessons learned from Tim Palmer on Building Flood Resilient Communities.
Record Droughts and Floods: What’s next & what can we do?
What happens to our rivers when there is a severe drought? 2025 was the driest August on record in Vermont since 1895. Currently, 100% of the state is experiencing drought conditions.
Reading the River: Seek Higher Ground Webinar Recording
Did you miss the first webinar of our 30th Anniversary Virtual River Tour series? View the Zoom recording and resources in this blog post.
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!
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