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
Restored: A Place to Really Listen
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
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
Meet our 2023-2024 VHCB AmeriCorps Member! Isla will be supporting Vermont River Conservancy to help engage people with their rivers.
Welcome Derek Ahl!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
A Day in the Life of a River Steward
Most days, my office is my blue pickup truck: sledge hammer, trash bags, and wooden buffer stakes in back, and sun hats, measuring tape, mud boots, and a stack of CDs up front...
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