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10 03, 2021

NEK 8th Grade Leadership Program Application

2021-03-10T14:08:57-05:00March 10th, 2021|Education, Highlights, News|

Welcome 8th graders! We are excited to learn about you and your interest in building leadership skills! Your application will be reviewed by educators from NorthWoods Stewardship Center and the Vermont Rural Education Collaborative. This application should be completed by students; parents - your role is to indicate your permission at the end of the application. Application deadline: March 15 Program dates: Session 1 - Friday, March 26 Session 2 - Friday, April 30 Session 3 - Friday, May 28 Click Here to Apply

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26 02, 2021

Help Protect VT Forests this Winter

2021-02-26T17:09:00-05:00February 26th, 2021|Conservation science, Education, Forest Stewardship Institute, Highlights, News|

As you hit the trails this winter, take a close look at Vermont's forests. Some trees are threatened by invasive forest insects, and in some places, you might be the only one to spot them!  The three pests to be on the lookout for when exploring our forests are the emerald ash borer, hemlock woolly adelgid, and Asian longhorned beetle. If you see signs of any of these pests, take photos, snag the GPS location and report your findings using the REPORT IT link at vtinvasives.org.  Emerald Ash Borer The emerald [Read More...]

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26 02, 2021

Celebrating Buzzell Forest Stewardship Award Winners Virtually

2021-02-26T13:01:52-05:00February 26th, 2021|Forest Stewardship Institute, Highlights, News|

In honor of the esteemed county forester for which it is named, the George Buzzell Forest Stewardship Award recognizes individuals who are making a positive impact on Northeast Kingdom forests. During his 44 years as Orleans County Forester, George Buzzell exemplified the best practice of his trade, including research that helped to re-define sugarbush management in Vermont. George also cast a welcoming net–encouraging education and inviting the widest community into the conversation and practice of forestry. Due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last spring, we unfortunately had to postpone [Read More...]

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29 01, 2021

Surveying Native Vermont Lady Beetles

2021-02-09T12:31:33-05:00January 29th, 2021|Education, Forest Stewardship Institute, Highlights, News, Science|

The following is an article by Julia Pupko, Community Science Outreach Naturalist at the Vermont Center for EcoStudies. -- What do you think of when you imagine a ladybug (aka lady beetle)? Is it red with black spots? For years, this was the only image that came to mind when I thought about lady beetles. Furthermore, I had no idea how many different lady beetle species exist, and that the only species I was familiar with was the invasive Asian Lady Beetle (Harmonia axyridis)–the species that commonly congregates in people’s homes [Read More...]

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29 01, 2021

Slow the Spread of EAB, in Vermont and Beyond

2021-01-29T16:33:23-05:00January 29th, 2021|Education, Forest Stewardship Institute, Highlights, News|

As the emerald ash borer (EAB) continues to spread through the northeast, and as federal restrictions on movement of ash tree products are being loosened, NorthWoods encourages you to follow guidelines for slowing the spread of EAB. Your actions as a landowner, logger, forester, arborist, fireplace aficionado can make a positive difference in the health of our forests. Keep reading for NorthWoods alumni Galen Wilbur's real-world experience with EAB management (nice work, Galen!), as well as recommendations from the State of Vermont to help Slow the Spread of EAB. EAB is [Read More...]

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8 01, 2021

Register for Winter Day Camp!

2021-01-08T10:41:49-05:00January 8th, 2021|Education, Highlights, News|

February 23-25, Tuesday-Thursday, 9am-3pm Ages 6-14 We are delighted that we'll be able to offer Winter Day Camp during February Break. This is an opportunity for your kiddo to explore outdoors by ski and snowshoe, discover new ways to have fun in the snow, and learn about how the animals of the NEK adapt, survive and thrive in the NEK - a good lesson for humans, too! We won't skip over favorite winter pastimes including forts, indoor arts and crafts, fire-building, sledding and games. To provide a safe environment for our [Read More...]

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6 01, 2021

Winter Trails Update: January 2021

2021-01-06T15:46:58-05:00January 6th, 2021|Highlights, News|

NorthWoods and Willoughby State Forest received about 8 inches of beautiful snow on 1/2/21. However, there was no base prior to this snow. With the exception of some closed trails at both locations, trails are open to the public. Please ski with caution as early season hazards exist, and use snowshoes to prevent postholes in our early season snowpack. For future updates throughout the ski season, please use Trail Hub for updates on grooming, trail closures, and conditions. Please check TrailHub before calling — phone calls may not be returned promptly [Read More...]

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22 12, 2020

Local Afterschool Students Learn About Land Ethic

2020-12-22T13:31:41-05:00December 22nd, 2020|Education, Highlights, News|

With many thanks to the VT Land Ethic Partnership for funding this program and to the Echo Lake Protective Association for additional support, the Education department constructed three Leopold benches with a total of 16 students between two afterschool programs. Each bench was placed in a different publicly accessible location between the Brighton and Charleston communities bearing the timeless and wise words of Aldo Leopold. NorthWoods’ instructors Caleb and Wyatt each led an after school group through a six week program delving into the thoughts and ideas of a pioneer [Read More...]

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30 10, 2020

NorthWoods Campus Projects Update

2020-10-30T14:00:14-04:00October 30th, 2020|Highlights, News|

The NorthWoods staff and board are delighted to see significant progress on long-planned infrastructure improvements here on the campus. We’ve got a new roof on our main lodge!  This much needed renovation was supported by funding from the Canaday Family Trust, the USDA Rural Business Enterprise Grant, the Northern Vermont Development Association, the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, and private donors. Executive Director Maria Young and the Board Planning Committee Chair Jesse Coe worked diligently to align project goals, funding, and to provide direction to ensure the success of NorthWoods largest project [Read More...]

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13 10, 2020

New Barn RFQ for General Contractor

2020-10-13T15:59:55-04:00October 13th, 2020|Highlights, News|

RFQ (Request for Qualifications) for General Contractor, New Barn Construction at NorthWoods Stewardship Center NorthWoods Stewardship Center is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit conservation and education organization located in East Charleston, Vermont. NorthWoods is seeking a qualified contractor for the construction of a new conditioned 1296 sf conservation barn to serve as a workspace and maintenance shop and a nonconditioned attached 1296 sf shed and storage space. Qualified and interested contractors should submit an RFQ. The RFQ must include the following: confirmation of compliance with insurance minimums, a list of 3 similar [Read More...]

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