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State Seeks Public Input to Inform Worcester Range Land Management Plan

03 June 2020

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.

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Emerald Ash Borer Will Be Taking Flight Soon

27 May 2020

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

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Memorial Day Weekend Kicks Off Vermont's Hiking Season: New Recommendations with COVID-19

21 May 2020

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.

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Mud Season in the Time of COVID-19: Help Protect Your Health and Fragile Trail Environments

11 May 2020

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.

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To Reduce the Risk of Wildland Fires During COVID-19 Emergency, Open Burning is Not Advised

01 April 2020

It is strongly advised that the public postpone all outdoor burning through at least May 30th.

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Outdoor Recreation in Vermont: Healthy Options During COVID-19

25 March 2020

During the current COVID-19 public health crisis, getting outdoors close to home and connecting with nature is an excellent way to help maintain our mental and physical health.

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New Grant Program Supports Permitting Costs for Value-Added Forest Products Businesses

24 February 2020

The Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR) announced the availability of a new grant program to support businesses engaged in adding value to forest products with costs related to permitting.

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Plans Underway for Improvements at Mt. Philo State Park

10 January 2020

Enhancements to Parking, Trails, and Summit Access Planned

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Join Vermont State Parks for Fun, Guided, First-Day Hikes

24 December 2019

On January 1, 2020, everyone is once again invited to join a free, guided, family-friendly hike taking place at many state parks and state forests across Vermont.

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Governor Phil Scott Announces Up To $200,000 In Funding For Outdoor Recreation Community Grant Program

04 December 2019

Governor Phil Scott today announced the availability of a new round of funding through the Vermont Outdoor Recreation Communities Grant Program to help Vermont communities use outdoor recreation opportunities to grow their local economies.

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State Seeks Public Input to Inform Worcester Range Land Management Plan

Emerald Ash Borer Will Be Taking Flight Soon

Memorial Day Weekend Kicks Off Vermont's Hiking Season: New Recommendations with COVID-19

Mud Season in the Time of COVID-19: Help Protect Your Health and Fragile Trail Environments

To Reduce the Risk of Wildland Fires During COVID-19 Emergency, Open Burning is Not Advised

Outdoor Recreation in Vermont: Healthy Options During COVID-19

New Grant Program Supports Permitting Costs for Value-Added Forest Products Businesses

Plans Underway for Improvements at Mt. Philo State Park

Join Vermont State Parks for Fun, Guided, First-Day Hikes

Governor Phil Scott Announces Up To $200,000 In Funding For Outdoor Recreation Community Grant Program

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