• 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 […]

  • Conference Session Proposals Due

    Do you have a skill, set of knowledge, or success story to share? Proposals for the 83rd Conference on Parks, Trails, and Recreation, Oct 21 & 22 at Jay Peak Resort are due April 30.  Send in a proposal today!

  • VTGC Annual Meeting

    Northwoods Stewardship Center East Charleston

    Join trail managers and advocates from around the state for our Annual Meeting May 5 at Northwoods Stewardship Center in East Charleston.  Open to all trail managers, volunteer or professional, trail advocates, and any one else interested in trails! You do not need to be a VTGC member to attend. See the full agenda, consider […]

  • Elevating the Outdoor Economy in Southern Vermont

    Networking event with a panel discussion and outdoor time for outdoor businesses in Southern Vermont Join outdoor businesses and regional partners for an energizing afternoon of connection and practical conversation focused on strengthening economic development opportunities in Windham, Bennington and Windsor Counties. Insight into regional outdoor economy projects Connections to outdoor business Exposure to economic […]

  • Member Survey

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    We want to hear from you: Help Shape VTGC's Future  TAKE OUR SHORT SURVEY As a coalition organization, our effectiveness depends on understanding the needs, challenges, and priorities of our members. Your feedback will directly inform our programs, advocacy work, and member support in the year ahead. The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. […]

  • Vermont Trail System Webinar

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    Over the past 18 months, the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation, the Vermont Trails & Greenways Council, and a statewide project advisory committee have been working to update and modernize the Vermont Trail System (VTS). Our team has drafted a set of Vermont-specific Best Management Practices (BMPs) to guide trail planning & design, trail […]

  • Learn How REDI Can Help Fund Your Next Trail Project

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    Planning a trail project but struggling to find funding for the up-front work? The Vermont Housing and Conservation Board’s Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) can help fund professional trail assessments, trail planning, and even professional grant-writing support. Join Mariah Noth, REDI Program Manager, and Russ Hirschler of Upper Valley Trails Alliance to learn how REDI works, what types […]

  • Gearing Up for FPR Fall Grant Rounds: Which Grant Should I Apply For?

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    The Vermont Department of Forests Parks and Recreation is hosting three different community grant rounds this fall, including the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), and the VOREC Community Grant Program (VCGP). While all these grants fund outdoor recreation, they all have slightly different eligibility and requirements. This webinar will provide a […]