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SUMMARY:Trail Design in an Animate World
DESCRIPTION:A Philosophical Inquiry into Consent\, Relationship\, and Reciprocity \nThis webinar invites trail designers\, planners\, and stewards into a radical reimagining of their role—not as prescribers of sustainability\, but as participants in a living\, animate world. Drawing inspiration from deep ecological traditions\, Indigenous teachings\, and the spiritual dimensions of place-based work\, it offers a reframing of trail design as a reciprocal act rooted in humility\, listening\, and respect. \nPresented by: \n\nZionne Fox\, Director of Relational Conservation\, Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST)
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/trail-design-in-an-animate-world/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
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CREATED:20250922T151106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T151106Z
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SUMMARY:Forging the Future for Trail Technicians
DESCRIPTION:What We’ve Learned\, What’s Next\, and Why It Matters \nLearn about the creation of the Trail Technician Level 1 certification and their curriculum—now a national benchmark for workforce development. \nPresented by: \n\nMegan Bolinder\, Executive Director\, Trails and Trades Division\, NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC)\nLori Greminger\, Director of Trails Trade School\, NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC)
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/forging-the-future-for-trail-technicians/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250908T161156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T161233Z
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SUMMARY:Vermont’s Land Conservation:  Where Do We Go From Here?
DESCRIPTION:Vermont has an incredible track record of protecting land for people and nature. Using the Conserved Lands Inventory developed by Vermont Housing & Conservation Board as part of Vermont’s 30×30 effort\, we reflect on the distribution of permanently conserved lands around the state\, and how those lands intersect our most ecologically important places seen in Vermont Conservation Design. By looking at these past patterns\, we can celebrate the work by federal\, state\, town\, and NGOs. We can also reflect on the types of lands and parts of the state that have been historically under-represented in our land conservation investments\, and prioritize future places to work for both people and nature. Join us for this exciting webinar to learn how your town’s efforts can contribute to making our conserved lands more diverse\, equitable\, and ecologically impactful. \n\n\nSession 1:  Wednesday\, October 8th 2025\,  11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Register\n\n\nSession 2:  Wednesday\, November 12th 2025\,  1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Register\n\n\nPresenters \nBob Zaino\, Ecologist\, VT Fish & Wildlife Department \nJens Hilke\, Conservation Planner\, VT Fish & Wildlife Department
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/vermonts-land-conservation-where-do-we-go-from-here/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T050000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20241219T120714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T201626Z
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SUMMARY:Vermont Conference on Parks\, Trails\, and Recreation
DESCRIPTION:This two-day annual event hosts dozens of workshops and networking workshops for volunteer and professional trail and recreation managers. Check back soon for more information.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/vermont-conference-on-parks-trails-and-recreation/
LOCATION:Killington Grand Hotel\, 228 E Mountain Road\, Killington\, VT\, 05751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250922T150943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T150943Z
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SUMMARY:Community Crafted\, Eco-Engineered Trail System: India’s First Women-Led Trail System
DESCRIPTION:This presentation chronicles the pioneering ecological restoration of Taloja Hill through the creation of India’s first community-crafted\, eco-engineered trail system led entirely by women. \nPresented by: \n\nShubhalaxmi Vaylure\, Founder\, Ladybird Environmental Consulting
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/community-crafted-eco-engineered-trail-system-indias-first-women-led-trail-system/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250922T150745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T150745Z
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SUMMARY:Natural Surface Trails as Transportation
DESCRIPTION:This webinar outlines the benefits\, planning considerations\, and implementation strategies for incorporating natural surface trails into greenways and public trail systems. \nPresented by: \n\nJake Carsten\, President\, Alliance Action Sports Experts (USA)\nCullen McMorrow\, Vice President\, Austin Ridge Riders Mountain Bike Club
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/natural-surface-trails-as-transportation/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250902T192058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T192058Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Look: Accessible Trail Building & Management
DESCRIPTION:Join VLT along with representatives from Rabbit Tracks Trails Works\, Vermont Trails & Greenways Council and Upper Valley Trails Alliance to learn about the design\, construction and maintenance of accessible trails! This workshop will be held at the Pratt Refuge during the construction of a new accessible trail on the property. This will allow participants to see the equipment\, materials and site conditions firsthand as they learn about design considerations and construction. VLT will also share about the statewide Trail Accessibility Hub network and other groups working to promote outdoor accessibility.  \nThis event is perfect for land/trail managers or anyone interested in accessible trails. \nEvent Leaders: \n\nAnnalise Carington – CIG Project Director & Fee Lands Manager\, Vermont Land Trust\nCaitlin Cusack – Forester\, Vermont Land Trust\nGreg Fatigate – Owner\, Rabbit Tracks Trails Works\nSharon Plumb – Program Manager\, Vermont Trails & Greenways Council\nRussell Hirschler – Executive Director\, Upper Valley Trails Alliance\n\nWe’ll travel a distance of about a ¼ mile during the workshop. Note that the trail is still under construction – some sections of the trail will have a compacted\, stable surface while other sections may be incomplete with larger stone\, loose gravel or bare earth. The average slope is 2-5% with a few shorter sections having a slope of 8-10%. Please reach out with any questions about site conditions and accessibility.  
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/behind-the-scenes-look-accessible-trail-building-management/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T170000
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SUMMARY:VOBA Professional Trail Building Training–Water Management
DESCRIPTION:VOBA Professional Trail Building Training–Water Management\n  \nDates: September 22nd – 23rd\, 10 am – 3 pm\nLocation: Outdoor Center at von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort\, Stowe \nDescription: Are you a current or prospective staff member of a Vermont organization\, business\, or municipality working on the maintenance or construction of natural surface trails? \nThis free 2-day training is designed for those entering or currently employed in trail jobs involving trail construction and/or maintenance in Vermont. The training will develop skills in reading the landscape to determine drainage patterns and how to accommodate them to create or maintain sustainable natural surface trails. In a mixture of classroom and field time\, participants will learn and apply skills in identifying and assessing drainage patterns and learn best practices for how to plan and accomodate for adequate drainage using a variety of methods and structures. \nThe training curriculum is anchored in Professional Trail Builders Association’s (PTBA) skills competencies and the applicable multi-use Best Management Practices (BMPs) from Vermont Mountain Bike Association. Instruction will be provided by veteran professional trail builders from L&D Trailworks. \nWith increasing frequency and severity of climate-related hydrological events in Vermont\, designing and maintaining trails with adequate drainge structures is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize and prepare to meet this challenge head on by learning the necessary skills through this free training. \nPTBA Trail Skills and Competencies: \nConstruction: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of basic natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\n\nMaintenance: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\nIdentify locations and the appropriate drainage feature with supervision\n\nSustainability: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of trail sustainability as it relates to physical durability\, resource conservation\, user expectations and experience\, and ongoing management\n\nThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and funded by an Economic Development Administration – Travel\, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation grant through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. \nOther Details: \n\nMaximum class size is 10.\n\n\nApply by 12pm on September 17\, 2025.\nConfirmation of acceptance will be emailed September 19.\nPlease do not register if you cannot commit to full participation of the two days.\nAt the end of each day\, there will be plenty of time to ride. Bring your bike!\n\nEligibility: \n\nPriority will be given to those currently employed and those seeking trail employment.\nPriority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation (women\, BIPOC\, LGBTQ\, New Americans\, persons of all abilities\, etc.)\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Brian or Kelly at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/voba-professional-trail-building-training-water-management/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250908T161731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T161731Z
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SUMMARY:Helping Communities Tell Their Outdoor Recreation Economic Story
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis \nLearn how the Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation developed a written guide and implemented a program that equips communities and organizations to collect and analyze data necessary to calculate their economic impact. \nPresenters \n\nCassie Mordini\, Director\, Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation\nMichele Archie\, Principal\, The Harbinger Consultancy
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/helping-communities-tell-their-outdoor-recreation-economic-story/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250821
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T152314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T152314Z
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Spaces Audit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:SORP is excited to Vermont for our next Inclusive Spaces Audit Workshop! Join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop designed to help outdoor recreation providers assess and improve inclusivity in their spaces. The Inclusive Spaces Audit Workshop provides a structured approach to expanding access\, welcoming underrepresented users\, and fostering a greater sense of belonging in outdoor settings. \nThe event will take place from August 18 to August 20 in Poultney\, Vermont. We will be offering just the Workshop (August 19) and a Train-the-Trainer Program (August 18 – 20). \nSchedule: \nAugust 18 | Train-the-Trainer: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nAugust 19 | Audit Workshop: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nAugust 20 | Train-the-Trainer: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nTrain-the-Trainer Program (August 18 & 20) \nFor those looking to lead future Inclusive Spaces Audit Workshops. It will include a pre-workshop session (August 18) and a post-workshop debrief (August 20)\, plus participation in the workshop (August 19). \nThe Train-the-Trainer training is free (including the workshop)\, but space is limited. Interested participants must submit an application to be considered. APPLY NOW \nNote: lunch not provided on August 18 & 20. \nInclusive Spaces Audit Workshop (August 19) \nA one-day\, interactive training for outdoor recreation professionals looking to create more inclusive environments. Participants will learn practical strategies for assessing accessibility and making meaningful improvements. \nAudit Workshop is available on a first-come\, first-served basis. The workshop is $50 for non-members and $40 for SORP members\, with lunch included on the workshop day.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/inclusive-spaces-audit-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T171148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T171148Z
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SUMMARY:PARKS & RECREATION ADA BOOTCAMP
DESCRIPTION:Recreation is more than a pastime\, it’s an integral part of the human experience\, with widespread advantages in preventing\, alleviating\, and managing disability and chronic conditions. \nThat’s why the Great Plains ADA Center is excited to extend an invitation to the Parks & Recreation ADA Bootcamp\, happening August 12th to 15th\, 2025 at the Harkin Institute in Des Moines\, IA.  Registration is limited to the first 60 registrants! \nThis four-day event is designed to empower participants to become leaders in accessible recreation within their state or local organizations. With a focus on accessible recreation\, this bootcamp is tailored for a diverse audience\, spanning Title II and III entities under the ADA\, along with other participants passionate about accessible recreation. Participants will experience an immersive learning journey that covers legal responsibilities\, the intricacies of inclusive design\, and best practices in accessible recreation. \nWhy attend? \nExpert-led sessions. Learn from leading professionals in accessible recreation. \nInteractive off-site field trips. Apply concepts through hands-on experiences in real-world settings. \nOptional certification advancement opportunities. Earn 22 elective credits for certification success through ACTCP\, making significant progress toward certification or enhancing your current role as an ADA Coordinator. \nEveryone’s welcome. Whether pursuing ACTCP certification\, looking to deepen your knowledge as an ADA Coordinator\, or simply eager to expand your understanding\, this event is for you. \nPlus\, an added dose of fun to make your learning experience truly memorable! \nRegistration Deadline is July 11\, 2025 or when the event is sold out; whichever comes first.  Only 60 seats available! \nCancellations must be received prior to July 11th to qualify for a 90% refund.  Cancellations received/requested after July 11th are not eligible for refunds. \nSubstitutions can be made at any time at no additional charge.  ADA accommodation requests for substitute attendees made after July 11th will be provided if possible\, but are not guaranteed.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/parks-recreation-ada-bootcamp/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250519T154718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T154957Z
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SUMMARY:Increasing LGBTQIA2S+ Inclusivity & Competency in the Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor recreation has long been celebrated as a space for adventure\, connection\, and personal growth. However\, for many in the LGBTQIA+ community\, systemic barriers and cultural norms continue to limit access to these opportunities. This webinar explores how outdoor programs\, camps\, and recreation organizations can move beyond access and toward true inclusivity—creating environments where LGBTQIA+ individuals feel not only welcome but genuinely seen and supported. Email me questions at youbelongconsulting@gmail.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/increasing-lgbtqia2s-inclusivity-competency-in-the-outdoors/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250329T110448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T111215Z
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SUMMARY:National Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:National Trails Day® is your chance to connect with nature\, your community\, and the trails you love. On June 7\, 2025\, join American Hiking Society and outdoor enthusiasts nationwide in celebrating this annual day of action. Together\, let’s leave the trails and outdoor spaces better than we found them\, fostering a world where everyone feels welcome and has access to the outdoors. \nMillions of hikers\, bikers\, paddlers\, horseback riders\, trail clubs\, agencies\, land trusts\, and businesses will come together to create a trail community that is accessible for all\, advocate for public lands\, and care for the trails we cherish. This year\, AHS invites you to participate in three impactful ways: \n\nJoin: Find a local event or create your own\, and join this nationwide celebration. Together\, we can make a lasting impact by cleaning up trails\, maintaining public lands\, and fostering a sense of community in the outdoors.\nPledge: Take the #NationalTrailsDay Pledge and commit to leaving the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them.\nConnect: Encourage people to tag you/your organization\, #NationalTrailsDay\, and @AmericanHiking on social media. Photos tagged with @AmericanHiking and #NationalTrailsDay on Instagram will be entered into the NTD photo/video contest with a chance to win premium outdoor gear.\n\nWe hope you’ll join us and engage your community in the months leading up to NTD with these actions. We know your time is incredibly valuable\, so we have put together sample content to help you promote National Trails Day® with your audience. Feel free to use the templates as-is or modify them to suit your needs. \nThanks again for joining us. We’re so grateful for your partnership. \n—American Hiking Society
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/national-trails-day/
LOCATION:Vermont
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250505T112721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T153537Z
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SUMMARY:Trail User Survey
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont Trails and Greenways Council (VTGC)\, along with five partner organizations*\, was awarded an eighteen-month grant from the Vermont Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC) to address trail accessibility in Vermont. As part of that grant\, VTGC is conducting a trail user survey to gather feedback from people with mobility challenges or disabilities about their experiences when using Vermont’s trails to enjoy nature or pursue recreation activities such as biking\, walking\, hiking\, bird watching\, or paddling.  VTGC and its partner organizations will use this feedback to better understand the obstacles that prevent people with mobility challenges and disabilities from accessing trails in Vermont\, and identify opportunities to address and overcome those obstacles. The survey will be available through Friday\, May 23th. The resulting data will be the topic of conversation at a roundtable event in early summer (date TBD) which survey respondents are invited to attend.  The survey will be open through May 23; please share widely with your networks.  Contact independent consultant Gretchen Elias at gretchenelias@mac.com with questions or for more information.\n*Community Geographics\, Northern Forest Canoe Trail\, Upper Valley Trails Alliance\, Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sport\, and  Vermont Mountain Biking Association
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/trail-user-survey/
CATEGORIES:Survey Due
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250519T155202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155202Z
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SUMMARY:Sustaining the Path: Trail Improvements for a Climate-Resilient Future
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion on successful trail improvement projects in Vermont focused on climate resiliency and erosion mitigation. Through an innovative Natural Resources Conservation Service grant program administered by the Northern Forest Center\, we are sharing successes and best practices that can be applied throughout the region for sustainable and resilient trail building and maintenance. \nWe will be joined by: \n\nAlicia DiCocco\, Deputy Director\, Green Mountain Club\nSteve Petrik\, Executive Director\, Southern Vermont Trails Association \nMerrick Gillies\, Project Manager\, Vermont Huts and Trails
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/sustaining-the-path-trail-improvements-for-a-climate-resilient-future/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250519T154519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T154519Z
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SUMMARY:Plan Trails to Minimize Wildlife Disturbance
DESCRIPTION:A summary of best practices for trail groups who plan\, design\, and manage nonmotorized trails to minimize disturbance of or conflict with wildlife\, specifically large carnivores. Focusing on BC’s habitats\, this presentation delivers a series of recommendations that span for trail planning (macro environmental factors) to trail design (specific environmental features) to trail management (human use and maintenance). \nAs the world population grows and more people are participating in outdoor recreation in wild spaces\, recreation groups need to address the impacts on wild animals. Much work has been done to outline best practices associated with trail planning\, design and management\, to minimize environmental impacts such as erosion\, or use conflicts\, such as mountain bike and equestrian conflicts. While extensive research over the past 30 years has considered the recreation impacts on wild animals\, minimal work has been done to connect this research to trail planning\, design and management principles. \nOur work connects wildlife research with trail planning\, design and management best practices to minimize overlap and conflict between people participating in recreation and wild animals. Our focus for this work is on landscapes typically found in British Columbia and large predators\, such as bears\, wolves and cougars. While other animals\, including ungulates and meso-predators\, will feel impacts associated with recreation\, our work assumes that the impacts on large predators will also apply to these other animals. \nPresenter:\nMagi Scallion has been working in recreation for two decades between Alberta and British Columbia. Her specialty lies in trail planning and recreation management. She developed the first master summer trail plan for the Canmore Nordic Centre\, which included recommendations for trail decommissioning to appropriately manage the ecosystem of the area. She currently works with many motorized sports organizations on similar projects to manage use and maintain environmental values.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/plan-trails-to-minimize-wildlife-disturbance/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T165539Z
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UID:1884-1747612800-1747785599@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:2025 Trail Skills Training–Water Management | VMBA Cohort
DESCRIPTION:2025 Vermont Trail Skills Training–Water Management–VMBA Cohort\nA collaboration between Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance\, Vermont Mountain Bike Association\, and Vermont trail builder businesses.\nDates: Monday\, May 19th and Tuesday\, May 20th\nLocation: Sleepy Hollow Inn\, 427 Ski Lodge Dr\, Huntington\, VT 05462 \nDescription: Are you a prospective or current paid staff member of a Vermont organization\, business\, or municipality who works on the maintenance or construction of natural surface trails in the state? \nThis free 2-day training is designed for those entering or currently employed in trail jobs involving trail construction and/or maintenance in Vermont. The training will develop skills in reading the landscape to determine drainage patterns and how to accommodate them to create or maintain sustainable natural surface trails. In a mixture of classroom and field time\, participants will learn and apply skills in identifying and assessing drainage patterns and learn best practices for how to plan and accomodate for adequate drainage using a variety of methods and structures. \nThe training curriculum is anchored in Professional Trail Builders Association’s (PTBA) skills competencies and the applicable multi-use Best Management Practices (BMPs) from Vermont Mountain Bike Association’s BMPs for Maintenance and Construction. Instruction will be provided by veteran professional trail builders from Sinuosity\, LLC\, L&D Trailworks\, and/or Apex Trailworks. \nWith increasing frequency and severity of climate-related hydrological events in Vermont\, designing and maintaining trails with adequate drainge structures is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize and prepare your crew and self to meet this challenge head on by learning the necessary skills through this free training. \nPTBA Trail Skills and Competencies: \nConstruction: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of basic natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\n\nMaintenance: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\nIdentify locations and the appropriate drainage feature with supervision\n\nSustainability: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of trail sustainability as it relates to physical durability\, resource conservation\, user expectations and experience\, and ongoing management\n\nThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and funded by an Economic Development Administration – Travel\, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation grant through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. The curriculum is designed and instructed by a collaborative group of Vermont-based professional trail builder businesses. \nOther Details: \n\nMaximum class size is 10. There will be 2 instructors.\n\n\nApply by 12pm May 12\, 2025.\nConfirmation of acceptance will be emailed May 15 by 12pm EST.\nPlease do not register if you cannot commit to full participation.\nOvernight lodging at Sleepy Hollow Inn is available for those traveling across the state. Please inquire in the application.\nAt the end of each day\, around 3pm\, there will be plenty of time to ride. Bring your bike!\n\nEligibility: \n\nPriority will be given to those currently employed by a VMBA chapter as paid-staff members but registration is open to other current or prospective trail workers.\nPriority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation in Vermont (women\, BIPOC\, LGBTQ\, New Americans\, persons of all abilities\, etc.)\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Brian or Kelly at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/2025-trail-skills-training-water-management-vmba-cohort/
LOCATION:Sleepy Hollow – Huntington
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250414T220903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T114942Z
UID:1868-1747213200-1747224000@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:VTGC Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Hear the latest VTGC news: what we’ve accomplished in the past 12 months\, and what’s in store for the coming year. All members\, stakeholders\, and trail users welcome. All stakeholders and members welcome. Zoom. 9 am – noon. Register here. 
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/vtgc-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T165846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T165846Z
UID:1885-1747180800-1747353599@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Game of Logging–Trail Crew Saw Training | NorthWoods Stewardship Center
DESCRIPTION:2025 Game of Logging–Trail Crew Saw Training | NorthWoods Stewardship Center\nA collaboration between Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance\, Northeast Woodlands Training\, and NorthWoods Stewardship Center\nDates: Wednesday\, May 14 and Thursday\, May 15\nLocation: NorthWoods Stewardship Center\, 154 Leadership Dr\, East Charleston\, VT 05833 \nDescription: Are you a current paid staff member of an organization\, business\, or municipality who works to maintain trail infrastructure in Vermont and needs chainsaw training? \nTrail Clearing and Storm Damage cleanup presents a very dangerous situation that is compounded by increasing frequency and severity of climate-related weather events. It is more dangerous than looking at a standing tree and predicting what needs to be done to get the tree down safely and accurately. The forces involved in trees that have been tipped over by wind can be hard to read and hence make a plan for. This hands-on training is meant to provide saw users several “tools for the toolbox” to be pulled out when they best seem to fit. This type of saw work is very dangerous. Keeping trails infrastructure free of downed trees and debris is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize\, prepare\, and protect your crew and/or self to meet this challenge head-on by learning the necessary skills to safely and efficiently clear blowdown messes. \nThe training curriculum is anchored in Northeast Woodland Training’s Game of Logging Levels 1-4 and has been modified by the organization’s lead instructor\, David Birdsall\, to provide only the most relevant content for trail maintainers in Vermont. Instruction will be provided by an expert instructor from NEWT. \nCourse Content: \n\nSaw Safety\nIntro Limbing and Bucking Techniques\nMaximizing Saw Performance\nDealing with Storm Damaged Trees\nIntro to Mechanical Advantage Techniques\n\nThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and funded by an Economic Development Administration – Travel\, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation grant through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. The purpose of the grant is to professionalize and prepare VT’s trail working industry to be resilient in the face of climate change. The curriculum is designed by Northeast Woodlands Training and vetted by VT trail maintainers. \nOther Details: \n\nApply by 12pm Friday\, May 2\, 2025.\nConfirmation of acceptance will be emailed May 5 by 12pm EST.\nPlease do not register if you cannot commit to full participation.\nMaximum class size is 10. There will be 1 instructor.\nSelected applicants must provide their own complete PPE (hard hat\, eye+ear pro\, chaps\, work boots)\, working chainsaw\, and a NEW chain.\nEach day will start at 8am and end around 4pm and be entirely outside. Dress accordingly.\nLunch will not be provided\, neither will a lunch break. Plan to bring your own lunch and eat when you can.\n\nCost: \nThanks to the grant funding mentioned above\, VOBA and its partners are able to offer this unique training to the VT professional trail community for free so that it will be better prepared to address the challenges presented by severe weather events from climate change. \nEligibility: \n\nPriority will be given to folks currently working paid trail jobs for VT employers.\nPriority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation in Vermont (women\, BIPOC\, LGBTQ\, New Americans\, persons of all abilities\, etc.).\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Brian or Kelly at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/game-of-logging-trail-crew-saw-training-northwoods-stewardship-center/
LOCATION:Northwoods Stewardship Center\, East Charleston
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T171355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T171355Z
UID:1895-1747008000-1747180799@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:2025 Trail Skills Training–Water Management | NEK Cohort
DESCRIPTION:2025 Vermont Trail Skills Training–Water Management–NEK Cohort\nA collaboration between Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance\, and Vermont trail builder businesses.\nDates: Monday\, May 12 and Tuesday\, May 13\, 2025\nLocation: 223 Sherburne Lodge Rd\, East Burke\, VT 05832 \nDescription: Are you a prospective or current paid staff member of a Vermont organization\, business\, or municipality who works on the maintenance or construction of natural surface trails in the state? \nThis free 2-day training is designed for those entering or currently employed in trail jobs involving trail construction and/or maintenance in Vermont. The training will develop skills in reading the landscape to determine drainage patterns and how to accommodate them to create or maintain sustainable natural surface trails. In a mixture of classroom and field time\, participants will learn and apply skills in identifying and assessing drainage patterns and learn best practices for how to plan and accomodate for adequate drainage using a variety of methods and structures. \nThe training curriculum is anchored in Professional Trail Builders Association’s (PTBA) skills competencies and the applicable multi-use Best Management Practices (BMPs) from Vermont Mountain Bike Association’s BMPs for Maintenance and Construction. Instruction will be provided collaboratively by veteran professional trail builders from L&D Trailworks and Apex Trailworks. \nWith increasing frequency and severity of climate-related hydrological events in Vermont\, designing and maintaining trails with adequate drainge structures is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize and prepare your crew and self to meet this challenge head on by learning the necessary skills through this free training. \nPTBA Trail Skills and Competencies: \nConstruction: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of basic natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\n\nMaintenance: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\nIdentify locations and the appropriate drainage feature with supervision\n\nSustainability: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of trail sustainability as it relates to physical durability\, resource conservation\, user expectations and experience\, and ongoing management\n\nThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and funded by an Economic Development Administration – Travel\, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation grant through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. The curriculum is designed and instructed by a collaborative group of Vermont-based professional trail builder businesses. \nOther Details: \n\nMaximum class size is 10. There will be 2 instructors.\n\n\nApply by 12pm May 2\, 2025.\nConfirmation of acceptance will be emailed May 5 by 12pm EST.\nPlease do not register if you cannot commit to full participation.\nOvernight lodging at Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center is available for those traveling across the state. Please inquire in the application.\nAt the end of each day\, around 3pm\, there will be plenty of time to ride. Bring your bike!\n\nEligibility: \n\nPriority will be given to those currently working as paid trail staff by a VT employer but registration is open to other current or prospective trail workers.\nPriority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation in Vermont (women\, BIPOC\, LGBTQ\, New Americans\, persons of all abilities\, etc.)\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Brian or Kelly at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/2025-trail-skills-training-water-management-nek-cohort/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T170521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T170521Z
UID:1890-1746489600-1746662399@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:2025 Trail Skills Training–Water Management | Southern Cohort
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and Vermont trail builder businesses.\nDates: Tuesday\, May 6 and Wednesday\, May 7\, 2025\nLocation: 5 Village Lodge Rd\, Stratton Mountain\, VT 05155 \nDescription: Are you a prospective or current paid staff member of a Vermont organization\, business\, or municipality who works on the maintenance or construction of natural surface trails in the state? \nThis free 2-day training is designed for those entering or currently employed in trail jobs involving trail construction and/or maintenance in Vermont. The training will develop skills in reading the landscape to determine drainage patterns and how to accommodate them to create or maintain sustainable natural surface trails. In a mixture of classroom and field time\, participants will learn and apply skills in identifying and assessing drainage patterns and learn best practices for how to plan and accomodate for adequate drainage using a variety of methods and structures. \nThe training curriculum is anchored in Professional Trail Builders Association’s (PTBA) skills competencies and the applicable multi-use Best Management Practices (BMPs) from Vermont Mountain Bike Association’s BMPs for Maintenance and Construction. Instruction will be provided by veteran professional trail builders from Sinuosity\, LLC. \nWith increasing frequency and severity of climate-related hydrological events in Vermont\, designing and maintaining trails with adequate drainge structures is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize and prepare your crew and self to meet this challenge head on by learning the necessary skills through this free training. \nPTBA Trail Skills and Competencies: \nConstruction: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of basic natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\n\nMaintenance: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trails\nIdentify locations and the appropriate drainage feature with supervision\n\nSustainability: \n\nDemonstrate understanding of trail sustainability as it relates to physical durability\, resource conservation\, user expectations and experience\, and ongoing management\n\nThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and funded by an Economic Development Administration – Travel\, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation grant through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. The curriculum is designed and instructed by a collaborative group of Vermont-based professional trail builder businesses. \nOther Details: \n\nMaximum class size is 10. There will be 2 instructors.\n\n\nApply by 12pm April 28\, 2025.\nConfirmation of acceptance will be emailed May 1 by 12pm EST.\nPlease do not register if you cannot commit to full participation.\n$99 overnight lodging at Stratton Mountain Resort is available for those traveling across the state. Please inquire in the application.\nAt the end of each day\, around 3pm\, there will be plenty of time to ride. Bring your bike!\n\nEligibility: \n\nPriority will be given to those currently working as paid trail staff by a VT employer but registration is open to other current or prospective trail workers.\nPriority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation in Vermont (women\, BIPOC\, LGBTQ\, New Americans\, persons of all abilities\, etc.)\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Brian or Kelly at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/2025-trail-skills-training-water-management-southern-cohort/
LOCATION:Stratton Mountain
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250430T170050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T170050Z
UID:1888-1746432000-1746550800@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Game of Logging–Trail Crew Saw Training | Merck Forest & Farmland Center
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Monday\, May 5 and Tuesday\, May 6\, 2025\nLocation: Merck Forest and Farmland Center\, 3270 VT-315 West Rupert\, VT 05776 \nDescription: Are you a current paid staff member of an organization\, business\, or municipality who works to maintain trail infrastructure in Vermont and needs chainsaw training? \nTrail Clearing and Storm Damage cleanup presents a very dangerous situation that is compounded by increasing frequency and severity of climate-related weather events. It is more dangerous than looking at a standing tree and predicting what needs to be done to get the tree down safely and accurately. The forces involved in trees that have been tipped over by wind can be hard to read and hence make a plan for. This hands-on training is meant to provide saw users several “tools for the toolbox” to be pulled out when they best seem to fit. This type of saw work is very dangerous. Keeping trails infrastructure free of downed trees and debris is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize\, prepare\, and protect your crew and/or self to meet this challenge head-on by learning the necessary skills to safely and efficiently clear blowdown messes. \nThe training curriculum is anchored in Northeast Woodland Training’s Game of Logging Levels 1-4 and has been modified by the organization’s lead instructor\, David Birdsall\, to provide only the most relevant content for trail maintainers in Vermont. Instruction will be provided by an expert instructor from NEWT. \nCourse Content: \n\nSaw Safety\nIntro Limbing and Bucking Techniques\nMaximizing Saw Performance\nDealing with Storm Damaged Trees\nIntro to Mechanical Advantage Techniques\n\nThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and funded by an Economic Development Administration – Travel\, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation grant through the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. The purpose of the grant is to professionalize and prepare VT’s trail working industry to be resilient in the face of climate change. The curriculum is designed by Northeast Woodlands Training and vetted by VT trail maintainers. \nOther Details: \n\nApply by 12pm Friday\, April 25\, 2025.\nConfirmation of acceptance will be emailed April 28 by 12pm EST.\nPlease do not register if you cannot commit to full participation.\nMaximum class size is 10. There will be 1 instructor.\nSelected applicants must provide their own complete PPE (hard hat\, eye+ear pro\, chaps\, work boots)\, working chainsaw\, and a NEW chain.\nEach day will start at 8am and end around 4pm and be entirely outside. Dress accordingly.\nLunch will not be provided\, neither will a lunch break. Plan to bring your own lunch and eat when you can.\n\nCost: \nThanks to the grant funding mentioned above\, VOBA and its partners are able to offer this unique training to the VT professional trail community for free so that it will be better prepared to address the challenges presented by severe weather events from climate change. \nEligibility: \n\nPriority will be given to folks currently working paid trail jobs for VT employers.\nPriority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation in Vermont (women\, BIPOC\, LGBTQ\, New Americans\, persons of all abilities\, etc.).\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Brian or Kelly at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/game-of-logging-trail-crew-saw-training-merck-forest-farmland-center/
LOCATION:Merck Forest and Farmland Center
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250329T105551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T105551Z
UID:1829-1746259200-1746291600@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Green Up Day Vermont
DESCRIPTION:Pick up your Green Up trash bags and get out in your community on Saturday\, May 3 to clean up your trail heads\, parking lots\, and natural areas. As a volunteer\, you make a huge difference for our environment.  Learn more here.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/green-up-day-vermont/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250211T123449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T173520Z
UID:1711-1745928000-1745931600@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Assessing trails: what's a trail assessment\, what's an audit\, what you can do\, ahead of time\, and when to bring in a professional
DESCRIPTION: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. Join with zoom and Register here.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/assessing-trails-whats-a-trail-assessment-whats-an-audit-what-you-can-do-ahead-of-time-and-when-to-bring-in-a-professional/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250327T143229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T143229Z
UID:1800-1743609600-1743613200@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Bike\, Ped\, and Trail Counts: What they are and what you can do with the data
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about trail counts – what they are\, why they are important\, and how they can inform planning and funding? Come to this information webinar. Though the data is specific to Windham County\, the process and value shared is relevant to any trail organization and region. \n Learn about the data Windham Regional Commission has collected on the bike and ped use of southeastern Vermont’s sidewalks\, trails and roads from Jeff Nugent\, WRC’s GIS Planner. \nLearn about economic analysis of the data from Drew Pollock-Bruce\, owner and founder of Vermont-based CRO Planning and Design\, and a national expert on trail counts and economic impact. Zoom link \n 
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/bike-ped-and-trail-counts-what-they-are-and-what-you-can-do-with-the-data/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250211T123235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T111704Z
UID:1710-1743595200-1743598800@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Authentic Accessibility: Disability Leadership & Inclusion
DESCRIPTION: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). Register here . Zoom link to the event here \n 
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/authentic-accessibility-disability-leadership-inclusion/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250325T111432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T111432Z
UID:1787-1743076800-1743082200@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Move Forward Together Vermont Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC) is hosting a webinar to launch Move Forward Together Vermont on Thursday\, March 27 from 12-1:30 pm. Over the last 18 months\, many of you contributed your input and perspectives about the future of outdoor recreation in Vermont. Please join us now to learn more about the strategic vision for outdoor recreation that Move Forward Together Vermont provides for our state and hear from members of the VOREC Steering Committee about how they are incorporating this plan into their own work. Fill out the Webinar Registration Form to receive information to join this event. The webinar will be recorded and a link to the recording will be posted on the project website following the meeting.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/move-forward-together-vermont-launch/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250211T122954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T192815Z
UID:1709-1742904000-1742907600@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:It’s Accessible! – Roll with me - Disability Etiquette and Awareness
DESCRIPTION: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 of disabilities. This will be a safe space to ask questions or talk about your experiences. Knowing about different disabilities and the needs of people with disabilities will make everyone feel welcome. Led by Peter Johnke\, Deputy Director\, Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL). Join us with this Webinar link and  Register here.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/its-accessible-roll-with-me-disability-etiquette-and-awareness/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250314T141843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T142017Z
UID:1729-1742601600-1742687999@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Conference on Parks\, Trails\, and Recreation Workshop Proposals due March 22
DESCRIPTION:EDUCATION SESSION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS\n\nProposal Link\n82nd Annual Vermont Conference on Parks\, Trails\, & Recreation\nHosted by Vermont Recreation and Parks Association (VRPA) & VTGC\nWednesday & Thursday\, October 8th & 9th\, 2025\nKillington Grand Hotel & Resort\, Killington\, VT\n\n\n\nQuestions: VRPA Executive Director\, Jessica Brodie\, at Jessica@vrpa.org or 802-952-0030 or VTGC Program Manager\, Sharon Plumb\, at Sharon@Vermonttgc.org or 802-223-2190.\n\n\nWho attends the conference? \nThe Conference is geared towards the volunteers and staff who make recreation\, parks\, and trails possible for all people:: \n\n\nThe grittiest hands-on volunteers and staff who lead programs\, build trails\, manage state and municipal parks\, waterways\, pools\, tennis courts\, disc golf and other public outdoor recreation assets;\nExecutive directors and board members who lead non-profits of all sizes that manage parks\, trails\, and recreation assets;\nFundraising and communications volunteers and staff who write grants\, recruit members\, and tell the story of ‘why’ our state’s recreation assets are so critical to peoples’ wellbeing\, community vitality\, and Vermont’s economy;\nConservation organizations who want to help make sure Vermont’s trails are sustainably built\, resilient to climate change;\nProgram leaders and organizations advancing access to Vermont’s recreation assets for people of all abilities\, BIPOC\, LGBQT+;\nMunicipal leaders\, regional planners\, and state agencies who advocate for the sustainable advancement of Vermont’s recreation assets.\nAnyone else who cares about parks\, trails\, and recreation.\n\nWe anticipate in 2025\, more than 175 people will participate from all corners of Vermont and beyond.\n\nWhat types of workshops are we looking for? \nA great conference has something for everyone. We are looking for workshops that will help the volunteers and professionals who steward our parks\, trails\, and recreation assets – – the executive directors and decision-makers as well as the volunteers who lead programs and build trails and everyone in between – – do their work better. \nVTGC and VRPA membership organizations are looking for workshops that include elements of:\n\n\nBoard and organizational development;\nProgram & Event development & management;\nElevating communications\, membership\, recruitment\, and fundraising;\nAsset management (trail building\, park management\, etc.);\nStakeholder engagement;\nRegional\, cross-organization\, municipal\, and statewide collaborations;\nResponding to climate change emergencies;\nPersonnel opportunities and challenges\, Workforce development;\nStrategic planning\, long-term visioning\, and program development;\nAdvancing equity;\n…and more!\n\n\n\nIf you have developed a new angle on a program that you think others might like to replicate\, have a method for bringing stakeholder groups together\, or a unique way that you have raised funds in your community\, chances are there are others that might like to learn about it.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/conference-on-parks-trails-and-recreation-workshop-proposals-due-march-21/
CATEGORIES:Conference
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095048
CREATED:20250211T122707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T172037Z
UID:1708-1742299200-1742302800@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Writing Effective\, Inclusive Trail Descriptions
DESCRIPTION: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. Join the webinar here.  If you can\, please register here.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/writing-effective-inclusive-trail-descriptions/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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