Pressure Treated Wood for Trail Structures
This webinar will discuss the proper understanding of treated wood and construction details.
This webinar will discuss the proper understanding of treated wood and construction details.
This webinar will demystify DAFs (Donor Advised Funds) and break down the basics: how they work, who is likely to have one, and what types of entities manage them.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Do you have a tricky section of trail you can't seem to figure out? Is unsanctioned trail building causing management problems for you? Are you looking for tips/tricks on working with landowners or land managers? Or maybe you are challenged by how to integrate community input into your project planning? The VTGC Trails Committee is […]
This webinar will cover how to create a basic communications plan for your organization including how to prioritize social media platforms, explaining how to develop a newsletter and blog to supplement communications, and showcase what content attracts volunteers and engagement.
The Vermont Housing and Conservation Board’s Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) program can fund professional trail assessments, trail planning, and pay for professional grant writers. Learn more from Program Manager Mariah Noth and Russ Hirschler, Upper Valley Trails Alliance. Find out how you can use REDI to fund the planning pieces of your trail projects. […]
Join the VTGC Legislative & Policy Committee to learn about our policy priorities, hear a recap of the 2026 legislative session, and help shape our advocacy efforts moving forward. We’ll […]
This website was created in collaboration with the Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC). This project was supported by a grant from the Northern Border Regional Commission. Funding for this project was made possible in part with a Rural Business Development Grant from USDA Rural Development.
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East Montpelier, VT 05651
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