conservation
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Vergennes Energy Committee urges to shut off cars rather than leave them idling
Ten seconds of idling uses more fuel than turning off the engine and restarting.
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Snake Mountain wildlife sanctuary expanding by 256 acres
The effort will improve the natural habitat and connectivity.
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College rewilding program remains in indefinite trial phase
Though intended to expand after a two year pilot phase, Rewilding Middlebury is over three years old, with no growth in sight.
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From the Amazon to Addison: The hidden geography of everyday prices
“The market tells us what a commodity is worth to a buyer. It rarely tells us the full cost of producing it.”
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Protect nesting loons and loon chicks
LoonMonitor is the program where volunteers follow loons all season long.
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The Outside Story: The grassland bird in a reverse tuxedo
The bobolink has one of the most impressive migrations of any passerine.
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Opinion: Be careful what you shop for
We can choose to plant native plants that we know will benefit wildlife and the ecosystem.
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Vermont Coverts expands stewardship through cooperator and bear ambassador trainings
To learn more about Vermont Coverts programs, upcoming training or living responsibly with black bears, visit Vermont Coverts: Woodlands for Wildlife (vtcoverts.org).
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Nelson honored with Spirit In Nature Eco-Spirit Award for 2026
Nelson will receive the honor and will address the topic, “Speaking for the Trees — Protecting Forests on Public Lands” as part of the awards ceremony.
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Invasive plants are a global issue
Monitoring and removing invasive species is one of the most important things we can do to protect Vermont’s working forests and natural areas. And it starts close to…
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Vermont Fish & Wildlife offers Junior Warden Weekend
The weekend is open to all, ages 15 –17 and is the perfect way for teens to unplug and engage with peers outdoors while exploring a potential career…
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River Watch seeks volunteers to plant trees in Weybridge
ACRWC is getting ready to plant trees and shrubs at a riparian site along Otter Creek in Weybridge and is eager to share the experience with volunteers.
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By the way, for April 30, 2026
Average gasoline prices in Vermont have risen 7.9 cents per gallon during the past week.
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Opinion: Conservation is our common ground
Now is the time for Vermonters to stand together.
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Local events celebrate forests, wildlands
The events are intended “to inform, explore, celebrate, and help conserve wildlands and forests in Vermont and the Northeast.”