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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:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T050000
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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:20251008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
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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:20251009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20250922T151106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T151106Z
UID:2409-1760014800-1760018400@vermonttgc.org
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:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20250922T151344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T151344Z
UID:2410-1760619600-1760623200@vermonttgc.org
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:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251020T104901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T105058Z
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SUMMARY:Public Meetings on New Act 250 Tiers - Morrisville - Oct 21
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, the legislature passed Act 181\, which creates new land designation “Tiers” intended to change the Act 250 permitting process. “Tier 1” areas where growth is planned for and encouraged will have reduced or eliminated Act 250 permitting\, whereas “Tier 3” areas with important natural resources will face automatic permitting in most cases. \nThe Land Use Review Board (LURB) is responsible for developing the definitions for these Tiers\, and has just released a proposed plan for Tier 3 lands as part of their Tier 3 Rulemaking process. Their website also includes a Map Viewer that shows the proposed Tier 3 zones\, many of which lie in or near existing trail systems. The LURB is holding a series of public engagement meetings next week where Vermonters can ask questions and weigh in with their concerns. \nThe Vermont Trails and Greenways Council is pushing for clarification as to whether and how trails will be considered as part of Tier 3 Act 250 designations. Presently\, trail projects in the Vermont Trails System can disturb up to 10 acres of earth before triggering a permit\, though it is unclear if this policy – often referred to as Rule 71 – will persist if a trail touches a Tier 3 zone. We encourage trail folks to attend one of the following meetings to learn more and\, as appropriate\, communicate the negative implications of such a regulatory change. Take a look at the Map Viewer to see if and how your trails might be impacted. \nUpcoming public meetings: \n\nOctober 21 – Morristown Tegu Building Meeting Room\, 43 Portland Street\nOctober 22 – Rutland Regional Planning Commission Office\, 16 Evelyn Street (2nd floor)\nOctober 28 – Newport City Gateway Center Meeting Room\, 84 Fyfe Drive\nOctober 29 – Windsor Selectboard Meeting Room\, 29 Union Stree
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/public-meetings-on-new-act-250-tiers/
LOCATION:Morristown Tegu Building and Remote
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T150000
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CREATED:20250908T160533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T160603Z
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SUMMARY:Developing an Outreach Plan to Celebrate your Town's Woods\, Wetlands and Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:It can be daunting to plan the outreach for a series of events or plan an outreach strategy that may lead up to a proposed municipal change\, sometimes years in the making. In this webinar you’ll learn more about creating an outreach plan with multiple events\, separating messages for different audiences and identifying an over-arching theme that helps tie the series together. The panel of presenters includes Elise Schadler and Jens Hilke\, with years of municipal technical assistance experience\, and Megan Davin\, a Communications and Outreach specialist. Join us for this exciting event to help improve your commission’s communications. \n\n\nSession 1: Wednesday\, October 22nd 2025\, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Register\n\n\nSession 2: Thursday\, December 4th 2025\, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Register\n\n\nPresenters\n\n\nElise Schadler\, Program Manager VT Urban & Community Forestry Program\, Vermont Department of Forests\, Parks & Recreation\n\n\nMegan Davin\, Communications and Outreach Specialist\, Vermont Department of Forests\, Parks & Recreation\n\n\nJens Hilke\, Conservation Planner\, VT Fish & Wildlife Department
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/developing-an-outreach-plan-to-celebrate-your-towns-woods-wetlands-and-wildlife/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251020T110348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T111425Z
UID:2568-1761156000-1761163200@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Act 250 Tier 3 Meeting Rutland - Oct 22
DESCRIPTION:Tier 3 areas contain critical natural resources that merit consideration in the Act 250 permitting process. Moving to location-based Act 250 jurisdiction means reducing or eliminating Act 250 permitting in areas planned for growth (Tier 1 areas) and increasing Act 250 permitting in critical natural resource areas that lack suitable State-level review and protection (Tier 3 areas). \nAct 181 (2024) mandated Act 250 jurisdiction for projects in Tier 3 areas as determined by the rules of the Board. During the rulem \nLast year\, the legislature passed Act 181\, which creates new land designation “Tiers” intended to change the Act 250 permitting process. “Tier 1” areas where growth is planned for and encouraged will have reduced or eliminated Act 250 permitting\, whereas “Tier 3” areas with important natural resources will face automatic permitting in most cases. \nThe Land Use Review Board (LURB) is responsible for developing the definitions for these Tiers\, and has just released a proposed plan for Tier 3 lands as part of their Tier 3 Rulemaking process. Their website also includes a Map Viewer that shows the proposed Tier 3 zones\, many of which lie in or near existing trail systems. The LURB is holding a series of public engagement meetings next week where Vermonters can ask questions and weigh in with their concerns. \nThe Vermont Trails and Greenways Council is pushing for clarification as to whether and how trails will be considered as part of Tier 3 Act 250 designations. Presently\, trail projects in the Vermont Trails System can disturb up to 10 acres of earth before triggering a permit\, though it is unclear if this policy – often referred to as Rule 71 – will persist if a trail touches a Tier 3 zone. We encourage trail folks to attend one of the following meetings to learn more and\, as appropriate\, communicate the negative implications of such a regulatory change. Take a look at the Map Viewer to see if and how your trails might be impacted. \nUpcoming public meetings: \n\nOctober 21 – Morristown Tegu Building Meeting Room\, 43 Portland Street\nOctober 22 – Rutland Regional Planning Commission Office\, 16 Evelyn Street (2nd floor)\nOctober 28 – Newport City Gateway Center Meeting Room\, 84 Fyfe Drive\nOctober 29 – Windsor Selectboard Meeting Room\, 29 Union Street\n\nLearn more and get links to meetings here 
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/act-250-tier-3-meeting-rutland-oct-22/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251028T141737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T141737Z
UID:2590-1761638400-1761670800@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:American Hiking Society's Crew Leader Training Program  - Online\, Self-paced
DESCRIPTION:American Hiking Society’s Crew Leader Training Program is now open to individuals and organizations outside of AHS—and it includes our full Menu & Meal Planning Guide\, including our crew leader’s favorite recipes\, shopping lists and best practices on feeding groups in the outdoors! \nThis module walks you through the full process of planning safe\, efficient\, and satisfying meals for groups in any setting—from indoor lodges to remote backcountry sites\, including how to make substitutions for vegetarian\, vegan\, gluten-free\, and other allergies and preferences. \nThis self-paced\, online program also includes: \n\n8-10 hour comprehensive crew leader training at your own pace including videos\, guides and slide decks using a Google Classroom learning environment that includes self-paced courses and quizzes.\nOne of a kind training on facilitating group dynamics by fostering respect\, belonging\, and individual potential for all participants\nEquipment checklists for indoor\, backcountry\, and camping trail maintenance projects\nEmail\, community agreements and Indigenous land acknowledgement templates\n\nWhether you’re managing week-long backcountry trips or leading single day trail maintenance projects\, you’ll gain tools to improve group safety\, organization\, and outdoor ethics—backed by AHS’s half-century of experience in trail stewardship.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/american-hiking-societys-crew-leader-training-program-online-self-paced/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251016T184344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T184344Z
UID:2554-1761656400-1761661800@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:RTP Grant Program Webinar: Pre-Application Materials
DESCRIPTION:The webinar will provide technical and content guidance about how to complete the specific materials required for the pre-application phase\, including the workplan\, budget\, design assessment tool\, and permitting tools. There will be time at the end of the session for questions from attendees related to the templates and resources. \nThis session will be recorded.  All registered attendees will receive a copy of the recording via email afterward.  The recording will also be posted afterward on the RTP webpage.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/rtp-grant-program-webinar-pre-application-materials/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251020T110618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T111303Z
UID:2570-1761674400-1761681600@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Act 250 Tier 3 Meeting October 28 Newport City Gateway Center
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, the legislature passed Act 181\, which creates new land designation “Tiers” intended to change the Act 250 permitting process. “Tier 1” areas where growth is planned for and encouraged will have reduced or eliminated Act 250 permitting\, whereas “Tier 3” areas with important natural resources will face automatic permitting in most cases. \nThe Land Use Review Board (LURB) is responsible for developing the definitions for these Tiers\, and has just released a proposed plan for Tier 3 lands as part of their Tier 3 Rulemaking process. Their website also includes a Map Viewer that shows the proposed Tier 3 zones\, many of which lie in or near existing trail systems. The LURB is holding a series of public engagement meetings next week where Vermonters can ask questions and weigh in with their concerns. \nThe Vermont Trails and Greenways Council is pushing for clarification as to whether and how trails will be considered as part of Tier 3 Act 250 designations. Presently\, trail projects in the Vermont Trails System can disturb up to 10 acres of earth before triggering a permit\, though it is unclear if this policy – often referred to as Rule 71 – will persist if a trail touches a Tier 3 zone. We encourage trail folks to attend one of the following meetings to learn more and\, as appropriate\, communicate the negative implications of such a regulatory change. Take a look at the Map Viewer to see if and how your trails might be impacted. \nUpcoming public meetings: \n\nOctober 21 – Morristown Tegu Building Meeting Room\, 43 Portland Street\nOctober 22 – Rutland Regional Planning Commission Office\, 16 Evelyn Street (2nd floor)\nOctober 28 – Newport City Gateway Center Meeting Room\, 84 Fyfe Drive\nOctober 29 – Windsor Selectboard Meeting Room\, 29 Union Street
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/act-250-tier-3-meeting-october-28-newport-city-gateway-center/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251020T111127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T111127Z
UID:2571-1761760800-1761768000@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:Public Meetings on New Act 250 Tiers - Windsor - October 29
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, the legislature passed Act 181\, which creates new land designation “Tiers” intended to change the Act 250 permitting process. “Tier 1” areas where growth is planned for and encouraged will have reduced or eliminated Act 250 permitting\, whereas “Tier 3” areas with important natural resources will face automatic permitting in most cases. \nThe Land Use Review Board (LURB) is responsible for developing the definitions for these Tiers\, and has just released a proposed plan for Tier 3 lands as part of their Tier 3 Rulemaking process. Their website also includes a Map Viewer that shows the proposed Tier 3 zones\, many of which lie in or near existing trail systems. The LURB is holding a series of public engagement meetings next week where Vermonters can ask questions and weigh in with their concerns. \nThe Vermont Trails and Greenways Council is pushing for clarification as to whether and how trails will be considered as part of Tier 3 Act 250 designations. Presently\, trail projects in the Vermont Trails System can disturb up to 10 acres of earth before triggering a permit\, though it is unclear if this policy – often referred to as Rule 71 – will persist if a trail touches a Tier 3 zone. We encourage trail folks to attend one of the following meetings to learn more and\, as appropriate\, communicate the negative implications of such a regulatory change. Take a look at the Map Viewer to see if and how your trails might be impacted. \nUpcoming public meetings: \n\nOctober 21 – Morristown Tegu Building Meeting Room\, 43 Portland Street\nOctober 22 – Rutland Regional Planning Commission Office\, 16 Evelyn Street (2nd floor)\nOctober 28 – Newport City Gateway Center Meeting Room\, 84 Fyfe Drive\nOctober 29 – Windsor Selectboard Meeting Room\, 29 Union Street
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/public-meetings-on-new-act-250-tiers-windsor-october-29/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T130645
CREATED:20251028T143340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T143340Z
UID:2593-1761829200-1761834600@vermonttgc.org
SUMMARY:A Guide to Adaptive Mountain Bike Trailbuilding
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by American Trails\nSynopsis \nThis webinar will walk through the latest guidance for planning\, designing\, building\, and retrofitting adaptive mountain bike trails\, with a specific focus on nonmotorized\, natural-surface trails. The speakers represent the critical stakeholders that should be involved in any aMTB trail project— trail manager\, aMTB users\, aMTB programs\, and trail builder. Learn more about the webinar including the learning objectives and presenter(s) here. \nPresenters \n\nNick Bennette\, Executive Director\, Vermont Mountain Bike Association (VMBA)\nJeff Alexander\, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development\, Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports\nGreg Durso\, Senior Program Director\, Kelly Brush Foundation\nTom Lepesqueur\, Owner & Builder\, L&D Trailworks\nBerne Broudy\, Co-Founder and President\, Richmond Mountain Trails (MODERATOR)\n\nThank You Partners! \nWe want to thank the partners of this webinar that include iZone Imaging\, Professional TrailBuilders Association\, GrizBurger Fund\, 52Eighty Creative\, Terrabilt Wayfinding Solutions\, and our Federal agency partners with the Department of Interior including the Bureau of Land Management\, National Park Service\, and US Fish and Wildlife Service. \nWe also want to thank our Trail Champion members for helping keep the live webinars produced weekly and free: Trail Design Specialists\, Pilot Rock by RJ Thomas Manufacturing Company\, Kansas Trails\, Vacker Sign\, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County\, Alliance Action Sports Experts\, Horsley Witten Group\, and West Virginia University – Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/a-guide-to-adaptive-mountain-bike-trailbuilding/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:trailhead@americantrails.org
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