The Missisquoi is a gem of Vermont. From its alpine headwaters on Jay Peak to the federally-protected, waterfowl-filled delta on Lake Champlain, the Missisquoi dashes, then saunters through a landscape that is both quintessentially Vermont and uniquely rugged. The Missisquoi, whose name is derived from an Algonquian Abenaki word meaning place of large rocks, is … Continue reading
Schools are critical community assets that can generate a significant amount of stormwater due to their large building footprints and parking lots. Schools also tend to have green space where stormwater can be captured and infiltrated or treated, which makes them prime demonstration sites for sound stormwater management. The Rutland Town School, located in the … Continue reading
Tropical Storm Irene’s impacts are still being dealt with along the Connecticut River. The storm deposited a 3,000-gallon fuel tank, which settled along the river bottom in Weathersfield. The tank was first identified in 2015 by Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) member Paul Beaulieau, and the CRC brought it to the attention of Marie Caduto, a … Continue reading
In an effort to demonstrate the importance of municipalities addressing significant erosion sources from Class 4 roads, the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission (CVRPC) conducted a remediation and demonstration project in the Towns of Calais, Moretown, and Worcester. The project was funded by a grant from the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Lake Champlain … Continue reading
For a tiny state, Vermont has a lot of lakes and ponds, over 800 total. In the 1950s and 60s, many seasonal cottages were constructed on very small lots to serve a limited occupation and use. Today, there is pressure to use these cottages more frequently as rentals or to convert them to year-round residences. … Continue reading
As the 2017-2018 ECO AmeriCorps cohort wraps up their year of service, I’d like to highlight two volunteer efforts that exemplify their dedication, tenacity, and commitment to stewardship. The first was in late June, when 20 ECO AmeriCorps members headed up to Lake Carmi State Park for an overnight camping trip and service project – … Continue reading
Did you know that Governor Scott declared July 2018 to be Lakes Appreciation Month? In celebration, the Watershed Management Division invites all Vermonters to join us in continuing to explore the theme of “Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Lakes” celebrating what’s right with our lakes and their watersheds. Below we provide a preview of information we will … Continue reading
