Welch Outlines Effort to Secure Federal Resources to Help Contain the Spread of the Emerald Ash Borer in Vermont

March 27, 2018

At a press conference this afternoon in Randolph, Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) outlined three actions he is taking to assist the effort to contain the spread of the destructive emerald ash borer in Vermont. 

Vermont 2017 Forest Insect and Disease Conditions Report now available

March 20, 2018

A detailed report on 2017 forest health observations and trends by Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR).

New Study: New England forests face more precipitation, milder winters

March 12, 2018

A new study in the Northeast finds that tree species are increasingly stressed by the changing climate.

Love Wildlife? Sign Up for VT Coverts:Woodlands for Wildlife Training

March 8, 2018

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EAB Detected In Vermont

February 27, 2018

Emerald ash borer (EAB), a destructive forest insect from Asia, has been detected in Vermont.

Public Hearings Set for Deer, Moose

February 23, 2018

Vermont Fish & Wildlife is hosting public hearings in March and May.

Vermont Woodlands Association voted Best in Show for Education at Vermont Farm Show

February 8, 2018

 Vermont Woodlands Association booth was voted Best in Show for Education at the Vermont Farm Show!  Congratulations to the VWA team!

Governor Phil Scott's Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative Releases Recommendations To Strengthen and Expand Vermont's Outdoor Recreation Economy

January 29, 2018

Governor Phil Scott's Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative Steering Committee (VOREC), recently released the group’s first report, which recommends strategies to strengthen and expand Vermont’s outdoor recreation economy.

2017 Vermont Forest Health Highlights Now Available

December 14, 2017

Checkout the 2017 Forest Health Highlights

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November 29, 2017

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