The Paddle The Border (PTB) event was started as a way for community organizations from Vermont and New Hampshire to work together to showcase our shared asset, the Connecticut River. The event is sponsored by The Newbury Conservation Commission (NCC), Haverhill Recreation Commission (HRC), and Lower Cohase Chamber of Commerce, with support from Upper Valley Land Trust, Cohase Rotary Club, Strawberry Farm Band and Butler's Bus Service.
The mission of this event is to educate residents, landowners, policymakers, and municipal governments about the effects of invasive species.
Many farmers place used tires on silage bunkers to protect silage and prevent weed growth — but tires also hold water and mud, creating a perfect breeding ground for mosquitos and allowing mosquito-borne diseases to spread. On May 29, join the Upper Valley Land Trust (UVLT) and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture at the UVLT’s […]
Join Sullivan County Education and Outreach Specialist Dawn Dextraze and the Upper Valley Land Trust to learn about monarch life cycles. During this event, we will actively search milkweed plants for monarch eggs, caterpillars, and adult butterflies as part of the 2024 International Monarch Monitoring Blitz.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Okkervil River and Western Terrestrials at Whaleback Mountain! Celebrate the 20-year reunion of the original Upper Valley Okkervil River lineup with a special benefit concert for Whaleback Mountain and The Upper Valley Land Trust.
The Orford Conservation Commission and the Upper Valley Land Trust are excited to host their annual night under the stars, led by Bobby Farlice-Rubio.
Mountain View Farm in the Quinttown region of Orford is the perfect place to take a tour of the night sky. Its remote location, 360 degree view, and lack of electric light pollution mean you can see the whole sky on a clear night.
September 2–15 is peak monarch butterfly migration week for our area. Scientists who study monarch migration use information gathered from observations recorded online and tagging programs to learn more about this amazing natural phenomenon. Everyone is invited to help Sullivan County Conservation District & Upper Valley Land Trust collect more information through monarch tagging.
As we approach the end of the growing season at UVLT's Food Pantry Garden at Up on the Hill Conservation Area, it's time to prepare the garden for winter. After a successful season, we need your helping hands to wrap up our final harvests, clear out old plants and weeds, and ready the soil for next year!
Join us for Fall Paddle the Border on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The Paddle The Border (PTB) event was started as a way for community organizations from Vermont and New Hampshire to work together to showcase our shared asset, the Connecticut River.
Join the Upper Valley Land Trust and the Orford Conservation Commission for a special hike up this prominent peak in the Connecticut River Valley!
We’ll explore the origin of this intriguing name while soaking in stunning views of the river, including the iconic Fairlee/Orford Bridge. Along the way, we’ll take breaks to discover the natural wonders that make this hike truly special.
Join UVLT and the Upper Valley Food Coop Documentary Club for an exclusive screening and post-show Q&A with filmmaker Gregory H. Stott. The film explores the ancient glacial lake that once stretched across New England, delving into its profound impact on the region's landscape. Free and open to the public.
Join us for a self-paced hike to the top of Lyme Pinnacle, where we will gather around a fire to enjoy shared company, conversation, and hot chocolate to celebrate the Winter Solstice. Lets celebrate the official start of Winter, and the return of increased daylight as we watch the sun set!
