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Vermont is currently experiencing abnormally dry and moderate drought conditions, and the Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation is reminding the public to exercise caution and follow all state laws and local ordinances with open burning.

New Toolkit & Activities Encourage the Public to Get Involved

The Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation (FPR) today announced that long-time State Parks Director Craig Whipple is retiring.

Public invited to learn about ecological forestry

The Forest Economy Stabilization Grant Program provides $5 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds available to eligible forest products businesses in Vermont.

Forest Management Project Engages Hundreds

The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) is developing a new long-range management plan for the Worcester Range Management Unit and is conducting public scoping to better understand how Vermonters use and value these lands.

Starting June 1, It’s Time to Turn Up Our Efforts to Slow the Spread of EAB

Hiking is the ideal outdoor recreational activity for these times since you can get outside for exercise and fresh air while still adhering to social distancing and hygiene guidelines, if we’re all smart and courteous about getting outside.

FPR and its partners want to remind hikers to make smart choices that will protect public health and Vermont’s trails during the COVID-19 crisis and mud season.