NOAA recently announced this Jan. was 6th warmest on record. With a changing climates these trends are going to be more common than ever. The good news is, we know what to do. Nature has an important role to play in addressing these challenges. Let’s choose to act on climate!

Maintaining natural biodiversity + unfragmented forests are important for climate change and a host of environmental reasons. Check out State Director Heather Furman 🦎🦌 's interview on what we are doing to protect it. nature.ly/3TrDLUa

We are hiring our next Communication Fellow! Apply at nature.org/careers Job ID: 53074

Since 2016, 52 acres of floodplains restored and 1,059 acres of river corridor protected in VT. On this #WorldWaterDay read about four ways in which we can conserve Vermont's waters to co-create healthier and safer communities.

Good Nature News Friday: #VT House votes to advance Biodiversity Protection Bill (H.126) a win for nature & people! Stay tuned as we work to get this important policy solution for our biodiversity and #climatechange crisis to the finish line #vtpoli #30x30 Vermont Natural Resources Council Vermont Conservation Voters

Here in Vermont, we're learning about the incredible value that beavers bring to our waterways. Our science and restoration teams are now contemplating how to mimic beaver activity in places they no longer live. Are you seeing signs of beaver activity in your neighborhood?

ICYMI: Nature SOS Wildlife on the Move. Last month we hosted a wonderful presentation alongside @VTFishWildlife on climate change and the impact it has on one of VT's most beloved species: moose. Follow the link to watch the presentation. nature.ly/3KnLbU2 📸Josh Blouin

#DYK April is Earth Month? No matter how you choose to honor nature, make it positive. Our planet needs you. 📸: Bloodroot at Shaw Mountain, Chuck Helfer.

On this Earth Day we would like to thank all of you for making our work possible. Your continued support allows us to speak up for nature—our waters, wildlife, climate, and forests—every day. Thank you! Now, get outside and celebrate Earth Day! 🎊 📸: Roger Irwin

We are hiring a Financial Manager! Come put your finance, accounting, and analysis skills to work in support of conservation outcomes! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team.

Our second outing of the year with Vermont Professionals of Color Network is coming up! Sign up for the May 7 walk at Hubbard Park in Montpelier at the link in bio. This is an affinity outing for individuals who identify as BIPOC.

After a decade at the helm, Heather Furman 🦎🦌 will be stepping down as #VT state director of the Nature Conservancy (TNC) on June 2nd. Heather will be taking on a new role as the Appalachian Program Director The Nature Conservancy Read more about this announcement: nature.ly/3LCaaEZ

Our VT state director is stepping up to become the Appalachians Program Director. Why are the Apps a global focal place for TNC? Because its protection is the key to unlocking natural climate solutions, & safeguarding biodiversity. 🦎🌷🌎🌱Learn more: nature.ly/42eDuH0

A recent statewide study of Red Cedar Woodlands by consulting ecologist Matt Peters found that while not very large, many of the gnarled trees that grow in these cliff-top areas are ancient, some over 320 years old. You can visit some of them at Snake Mountain in Addison.

You are not the only one excited about the sunny days. 🌞

Spring ephemerals have a small but special window in VT. 🌸🌸🌸 We were honored to take a walk with Jane Lindholm and the But Why Podcast Podcast crew at Camp Ingalls by our Butternut Hill Natural Area to explore everything “ephemeral.” We will share the segment when it goes live!

#DYK that trees have the greatest potential to cost-effectively reduce carbon emissions? 🌳We are working with the American Forest Foundation to pay small landowners for managing their forests with climate change in mind. Learn more: nature.ly/3Oi7gXZ

Did you know that over 75% of our rivers have been impacted by mismanagement or altered to accommodate farming and development. We are working across VT with other groups on reconnecting our waterways. Read more about our freshwater work: nature.ly/3OYdE71

In partnership we just helped pass stronger protections for our lands and waters in VT. "We are thrilled to see H.126 become law, enshrining biodiversity protecting into the state's conservation goals." Lauren Oates, Dir. of Policy & Gov. Relations. Join us in celebrating!

Did you hear the good news? H.126 passed into law... but what exactly does that mean? Swipe through to learn how this new law is a huge win for VT's lands, biodiversity, and waters.