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!
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 discuss key issues including trail funding, landowner recognition, and regulatory reform, while exploring ways you can get involved and become a more effective advocate for […]
The Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) has announced their 2026 Vermont Community Leadership Summit: Stories. Skills. Action! The event will take place on Tuesday, October 6th at Vermont State University in Castleton, Vermont. This year’s Summit is grounded in the newly updated Vermont Community Leadership in Action Guide, which will shape workshops, panels, group […]
The VTGC is co-hosting two Candidate Forums next month aimed at providing candidates an opportunity to speak to the challenges and opportunities facing the outdoor recreation community. Anyone interested in learning more about where candidates stand on these issues is encouraged to attend. In addition to the Q&A, there will be ample opportunity for candidates […]
Board meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month from 9 -11 am. Meetings include a featured topic, updates from FPR, a discussion about our legislative work, and strategic […]
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.
Vermont Trails and Greenways Council
PO Box 183
East Montpelier, VT 05651
info@vermonttgc.org
EIN: 22-3075047