Tools In Our Toolbox

November 15, 2024

There’s more than one way to restore a river – from big trucks and work gloves, to the gift of space and time. We use all these tools and more to make sure wetlands, floodplains, and headwater forests can do an even better job storing water during floods and help keep our communities safe.

Restored: A Place to Really Listen

November 13, 2024

Kikitta Ahki, a name in the Abenaki language, holds many meanings: Really Listen Land. Really Hear Land. Really Sharpen Land. When you come to this land of listening, of hearing, of sharpening, its name changes by one letter: Kikitta Ahkik. Its name changes because you are there to listen.

Reflections: Fall 2024 Co-Director Update

November 11, 2024

Today these water-slowing forests, wetlands, and floodplains are just a tiny remnant of what they once were.

Meet our new Community Engagement Coordinator: Isla Lyons

September 25, 2024

Meet our 2023-2024 VHCB AmeriCorps Member! Isla will be supporting Vermont River Conservancy to help engage people with their rivers.

Welcome Derek Ahl!

September 4, 2024

We are delighted to welcome Derek Ahl to our Board of Directors! Derek's deep expertise in leadership and organizational behavior, coupled with his passion for the natural world, makes him a perfect fit for our mission. We are excited to have Derek join us and look forward to the positive impact he will make on our organization and the rivers we cherish.

Headwaters on Our Minds

August 29, 2024

Back in October of 2023, Vermont River Conservancy got a call from Jenny Ramstetter of Green Mountain Conservancy about an emerging opportunity in Marlboro, VT. Excited, we agreed that this land was a high priority for conservation and a top-notch spot to protect public recreation, too. There was just one problem: it didn’t have any rivers...

Getting on the River in Johnson, Vermont

August 21, 2024

 If you live in the Lamoille Valley or are planning a trip up that way, make sure you stop at one of our river accesses along the Lamoille River and its tributaries. The Lamoille River is home to both the Lamoille Paddlers’ Trail, and the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, which offer the opportunity to explore by boat, bike, or foot.

Our first Founders’ Award goes to… Stephan Syz

August 14, 2024

On July 24, Vermont River Conservancy awarded its first Founders’ Award to Stephan Syz.  Friends and supporters gathered at the North Branch Cascades trail with jovial greetings and shared memories – a reunion of sorts for folks who had been integral in Vermont’s River Conservancy’s history, and in the life of the morning’s guest of honor.

Water Win! Ridley Brook Conservation Project Adds 62 Acres to Camel’s Hump State Park

August 1, 2024

Vermont River Conservancy is proud to have helped protect 62 acres added to Camel’s Hump State Park in Duxbury by the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation (FPR.) This project supports flood resilience and water quality in the Winooski River watershed by slowing down, absorbing, and filtering future flood events.

Storm Smart: Yards Working for Healthy Rivers

July 26, 2024

Storm Smart consultations give homeowners insight into how to make their yards work for their watershed. Read about what we learned through our consultation with Friends of the Winooski.

Know Before You Go: Water Quality on Vermont’s Rivers

July 22, 2024

Knowing about water quality and flow rates can make sure the river you are exploring is safe for the whole family. Find resources here to prepare for your next adventure!

North Branch Cascades: Tornado Warning Washout

July 8, 2024

Staff and volunteers planned to meet-up for a fun day of river safety photos...only to learn that the "tornado warning storm" ripped through the too-small culvert on Highway 12 and washed out the parking.