• VTGC & VRPA Seek Conference Coordinator – Applications Due

    The Vermont Trails and Greenways Council (VTGC) and the Vermont Recreation & Parks Association (VRPA) are co-hosting the 83rd Annual Conference on Parks, Trails, and Recreation, a two-day, statewide professional conference to be held in fall 2026. The conference brings together trail managers, parks and recreation professionals, municipal staff, nonprofit leaders, advocates, vendors, and partners […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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, […]