Vermont Trails and Greenways
Recreation, trails and conservation in partnership with public land managers.
Root heaves are a common issue on paved multi-use trails that can make trails inaccessible, unused or cause permanent and life altering injuries to users. This webinar focuses on lessons […]
Navigating the regulatory waters from trail plan through construction can be a daunting process, especially on federal lands when the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) applies. This webinar is a […]
This webinar will present information on how outdoor spaces can pose safety and accessibility concerns for those with various disabilities. Attendees will be introduced to solution-seeking methods of dismantling accessibility […]
The webinar will discuss the distinction between access versus accessibility and will discuss and show examples of increasing trail access and accessibility by focusing on four areas using a DEIAB lens: Information, Language, Experience/Environment, and Authenticity.
2025 Catalyst Program Information Session: Wednesday, February 5 | 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EST This session will provide an in-depth overview of the 2025 Catalyst Program. Participants will leave with the information needed to prepare for the pre-application phase. Pre-applications are required for funding consideration. The Catalyst Program stimulates economic growth and inspires partnerships that improve […]
This webinar will discuss birding access features that help make a trail inclusive of folks with disabilities and other health concerns.
On February 12, VTGC co-hosts the second annual Vermont Outdoor Recreation Day. Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts, businesses, trail organizations, and agencies as celebrate outdoor recreation's contribution to peoples' wellness, community […]
This webinar will provide you with some of the needed tools, understanding, and resources of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing so that you can be more inclusive, respectful, and […]
Incomplete and incorrect information is oftentimes the first barrier that potential trail users encounter when trying to determine what trail to visit. This webinar will provide suggestions for making trail communications more welcoming and informative so that visitors can accurately choose the outdoor experience they want. Participants are encouraged to bring a description of a trail, trail system, park, or water access site to review and edit during the webinar. Led by Community Geographic’s Stephen Engle and Kara Wooldrik, Developers of Trail Finder.
Have you ever had an encounter with a person with a disability that felt awkward? Learn what to do and not do, when interacting with a people with a variety […]
In order to make effective real-world change, accessibility efforts must include people with disabilities as leaders and change-makers. After all, we are the experts on disability and access. Learn how to authentically recruit, survey, include, and center people with disabilities in your organizational accessibility efforts. Remember: nothing about us without us. Led by Director of Web, Accessibility, & Communications. UVM Center on Disability & Community Inclusion (CDCI).
What does 'conducting a trail assessment' really mean? Learn from the experts. Join Upper Valley Trails Alliance (UVTA), Vermont Mountain Biking Association (VMBA), and Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) for this lunchtime webinar. They'll show you how they assess pedestrian, aquatic, and mountain bike trails for different user groups, what an assessment report looks like, and how it can be used to recruit volunteers, hire a trail builder, and get funding to do the work. Led by Russ Hirschler, UVTA; Nick Bennette, VMBA; and Alex Delhagen, NFCT.
This project 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.
Vermont Trails and Greenways Council
PO Box 183
East Montpelier, VT 05651
info@vermonttgc.org
