• Vermont’s Land Conservation: Where Do We Go From Here?

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    Vermont has an incredible track record of protecting land for people and nature. Using the Conserved Lands Inventory developed by Vermont Housing & Conservation Board as part of Vermont’s 30x30 effort, we reflect on the distribution of permanently conserved lands around the state, and how those lands intersect our most ecologically important places seen in […]

  • RTP Open Office Hour

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    Staff at FPR will host a virtual open office session for prospective applicants to learn more details about the grant program and ask questions. This entire session is open for any questions related to the program. This session will be recorded.  All registered attendees will receive a copy of the recording via email afterward.  The […]

  • Aggregate Trail Surfacing: From Fundamentals to Field Application

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    This webinar goes beyond materials and layering to explore how design, construction, and real-time field decisions shape long-term durability. This aggregates 2.0 webinar is a follow up to the Fundamentals of Aggregate Surface Trails webinar held on December 5, 2024. Level up from basic installation to high-performance results. This session goes beyond materials and layering to explore […]

  • Designing Events that Engage Your Community in 2026

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    Designing events and other types of programming that invite people to visit and spend more time on trails can have a big impact! At Rails to Trails Conservancy, we’re seeing in real time how activities like fun runs, birding walks, guided rides, and volunteer cleanups are transforming trails, building a spirit of welcome and new […]

  • Vermont Conservation Plan: Register for 3/9 Outdoor Recreation Listening Session

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    Register for the Outdoor Recreation Listening Session hosted by VOBA, Vermont Trails and Greenways Council, Vermont Outdoor Business Association, and the Vermont Recreation and Parks Association on Monday, March 9 from 1 pm - 2:30 pm. Many Vermonters are aware that Vermont has a legal mandate to conserve 30% of the state by 2030, a […]

  • Bridges and Boardwalks: Planning, Design, and Construction

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    From simple puncheons to complex engineered crossings, bridges and boardwalks play a critical role in creating safe, sustainable, and accessible trail experiences. This session explores the full lifecycle of these structures— from planning and design through on-the-ground construction. Aaron will examine different trail and structure types, site considerations, and material options, while exploring how to […]

  • Vermont CORE Toolkit: Launch Webinar

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    Have you wondered how much economic benefit outdoor recreation contributes to your local community or how to capture and communicate data with limited resources? Join the Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC) for the launch of the Vermont CORE Toolkit a resource funded through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. This online event will introduce […]

  • Installation Excellence for Trail Aggregate: Tips, Tricks, and Common Pitfalls

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    Part 3 of a 3-part webinar series on the Tools, Technologies, and Techniques for Successful Trail Building with Aggregates. Deliver actionable insights on installation best practices that reduce long-term maintenance and boost user satisfaction. Trail uses include both pedestrian and vehicular pathways in rural and urban settings. 3-Part Webinar Series on Tools, Technologies, and Techniques […]