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Vermont River Conservancy photo of swimming hole with Leave No Trace graphic overlayed

Leave No Trace: River Edition

June 26, 2026

For generations, Vermonters have been fortunate to have access to hundreds of beautiful swimming holes – rivers’ and streams’ riffles and pools where people of all ages can cool off. Here are some ways you can help take care of yourself and our rivers.

Child wearing lifejacket holding up watershoes Pc. Evan Kay

Safe River Swimming Checklist

June 24, 2026

Not sure what to pack for your next river day? Use this checklist to keep your family warm and safe, and have more fun!

Breaking news snapping turtles nesting across Vermont: Close up of pregnant snapping turtle's face half a mile away from North Montpelier pond after crossing a road

Snappers on the Move: Turtle Nesting Season

June 12, 2026

Female snapping turtles travel are the turtles traveling the farthest from water to lay eggs! Learn what we can do to keep them safe.

Group of kayakers and canoers paddling on the Clyde River fen wetland area on a cloudy day in celebration of World Fish Migration Day

Celebrating World Fish Migration Day on the Clyde River

June 4, 2026

Vermont River Conservancy and NorthWoods Stewardship Center celebrated World Fish Migration Day with a community paddle on the Clyde River. Learn more about the history of the Clyde River and its ecological importance.

Volunteer planting tree at the Wild Branch River in Wolcott

Binational Celebration of Migratory Fish

June 1, 2026

One theater, two nations. VRC hosted a film screening of River (2021) at the Haskell Opera House, with participants coming from both the US and Canada…learn more about this binational building and event.

VHCB AmeriCorps members and staff next to trash and tires they picked at at Kingsbury Branch River clean up in East Montpelier

Kingsbury Branch River Clean Up: 640lbs of Trash & 8 Tires

May 29, 2026

Learn more about Vermont River Conservancy's first River Clean-Up of 2026!

Kid smiling and swimming at the Poland Covered Bridge, a swim spot on the Lamoille River, during a sunny Vermont summer day

Splash Safely this Summer

May 20, 2026

Sunny summer days are approaching...here are some quick tips to splash safe this summer!

Aerial meander wetland headwater forest with fall autumn color Emanuel Soza-Foias

Introducing: Our Conservation Plan

May 14, 2026

Learn about VRC's 2026 Conservation Plan, bringing newly focused conservation priorities to amplify our impact for people and wildlife.

Woman from Vermont Association of Wetland Scientists smiling doing fieldwork in a wetland

Winter-Spring 2026: Partner Spotlight

May 12, 2026

Here’s a taste of some of the ways our staff team has been fostering curiosity, connecting with partners, and sharing what we’ve learned with others. Learn about some of our partners!

Spring Chorus: A Reprise for Wetlands Spring peeper on green leaf Emanuel Soza-Foias in Vermont

Spring Chorus: A Reprise for Wetlands

May 10, 2026

When the air is warm and water stretches across the land, their sound fills the night: peepers. Learn more about wetlands and how Vermont River Conservancy is protecting them.

Underside of wood turtle. Pc Emanuel Soza Foias

Working for Vermont’s Turtles: Restoring Habitats, One Shoreline at a Time

May 5, 2026

Vermont’s turtles are quiet survivors — ancient creatures that have thrived in our wetlands, ponds, and rivers for thousands of years. But today, these reptiles face growing challenges. What can we do to help these amazing creatures?

Beaverland: Partnering with Beavers for Climate Resiliency

Beaverland: Partnering with Beavers for Climate Resiliency

May 1, 2026

Did you miss the Beaverland webinar with author Leila Philip? Read about the world of the North American Beaver and its role in the landscape.

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