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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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Working Lands Enterprise Board Announces $750,000 in Available Investments
October 16, 2017
Working Lands Enterprise Board (WLEB) is pleased to announce the opening of this year’s grant cycle and the availability of approximately $750,000 in investments for the 2018 program year. Funds support projects across forestry and agriculture that enhance Vermont’s communities, economy and culture.
State Hires New Coordinator To Encourage Wood Energy
October 16, 2017
New position at Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation seeks to double wood heat in buildings by 2035.
Gov. Scott Creates VT Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative
October 2, 2017
New initiative highlights the decades-long work of land managers, nonprofit recreation and conservation groups, and outdoor recreation businesses to build this important industry.
2017 Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year Announced
July 18, 2017
The Vermont Woodlands Association and the Vermont Tree Farm program are proud to announce the selection of David and Jenny Stoner of Craftsbury Common as the recipients of the 2017 Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year Award.
Ten towns to get help developing town forest action plans
July 10, 2017
Ten Vermont communities have been selected to participate in the Town Forest Recreation Planning Community Assistance Program, to develop town forest recreation and stewardship action plans.
Fall Vermont Coverts Woodland Owner Training
July 10, 2017
Want to learn how a healthy forest can enhance wildlife habitat, provide recreational and timber benefits? Check out Vermont Coverts 3-day Woodland Owner Training offered this fall.
Be Tick Smart
June 7, 2017
It's tick season and VT Fish and Wildlife has some good advice to reduce your risk of getting a tickborne illnesses!