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Welcome to the Vermont Woodlands blog!

In this blog, we share organizational news, practical tips, personal stories, and timely updates from across our forest stewardship community. Whether you’re a landowner, a forester, or simply someone who loves Vermont’s woods, you’ll find insights here that deepen your connection to the land. From policy developments and hands-on management strategies to member spotlights and climate resilience, this blog highlights the people and practices that keep Vermont’s forests healthy and productive.

This fall, we are offering two hands-on chainsaw training opportunities for women this fall. Both emphasize safety, practical skills, and confidence—but…

This summer Vermont Woodlands Association is hosting stewardship potlucks across the state as a way to meet our neighbors, build community and discuss…

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We’re pleased to announce that Tim Emperor has joined Vermont Woodlands Association as the new Vermont LEAP Coordinator. Tim brings more than 45 years…

Meet Stephen Peters-Collaer, the new Education Program Coordinator at Vermont Woodlands!

Vermont Woodlands Association is seeking a part-time Logger Education to Advance Professionalism (LEAP) Program Coordinator to lead and support the statewide…

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We’re thrilled to welcome two new members to the Vermont Woodlands Association team — Michelle Rodriguez, VWA Office Manager and Catie Raishart, Education…

Twenty women gathered in Mendon this fall for a Women and Our Woods chainsaw weekend — two days of learning, laughter, and sawdust. What they gained went…

Join our team! The Vermont Woodlands Association (VWA) is hiring a part-time Education and Communications Coordinator for central and northern Vermont…

Susan Culp, VWA's first Operations Manager, wraps up her time at VWA this week—we’re sending her off with gratitude and good wishes.

New program to help logging contractors that work in Vermont implement proactive water quality protection and climate adaptation practices on their harvest…

Sign up for the 'Taking Stock' online course commencing February 8, 2025, to learn essential steps in woodland legacy planning. Connect with experts and…

Discover how the Vermont Woodlands Association is expanding its reach with a new Montpelier office and the addition of Operations Manager Susan Culp, enhancing…