All parts of a watershed are important to its function as a whole, and headwaters are no exception. This site is situated on the Elmore Branch, a headwaters of the Lamoille. Previously owned by a logging company, but left untouched due to its natural beauty, this site is a rare old-growth forest. A place filled with pillowy mosses, spongy soils, and seeps, as well as old hemlock trees, among other species. In addition to the high biodiversity of plants, bobcats, coyotes, ruffed grouse, squirrels, and deer call this place home. In terms of aquatic species, this forested reach is prime habitat for brook trout, and provides great conditions for amphibians. It also helps people downstream by storing rainwater, especially important during droughts and floods. One of our goals as Vermont River Conservancy is to protect more places like this, where even the smallest streams can make a big difference for the overall watershed.
This project made possible thanks to the support and partnership of:
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