PAST EVENTS
Grassland Birds in Vermont (March 6, 2025)
Amidst steep, continental declines in grassland bird populations, here in the forested Northeast we're finding surprising opportunities to enhance grassland bird populations. Grassland birds in Vermont and other northeastern states readily take advantage of open grass-dominated areas such as abandoned or fallow fields, working agricultural lands, and municipal airports. In recent decades, however, this habitat is under increasing threat to development, fragmentation, and invasive plants. Learn about the past, present, and future of these ephemeral habitats with Vermont Center for Ecostudies' Grassland Bird, Biologist Kevin Tolan.
Climate Change Talk (September 22, 2024)
The Ferrisburgh Conservation Commission invites you to join us for an evening with Vermont State Climatologist Dr. Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux. Dr. Dupigny-Giroux has served as the Vermont State Climatologist since 1997 and is an expert in floods, droughts and severe weather and the ways in which these affect Vermont's landscape and people. There will be a presentation and then time for questions. This event is offered in partnership with The Ferrisburgh Climate and Energy Committee.
Ferrisburgh Town Forest Hike (September 16, 2023)
The Ferrisburgh Conservation Commission is leading a hike to the Ferrisburgh Town Forest on Ferrisburgh Day, Saturday September 16. Interested folks should meet at the parking spot at the tight bend on Robinson Road at 9:00 AM and expect to return to their vehicles between noon and 1:00 PM. Be advised that the access trail may be muddy, with short sections having steep grades and uneven footing. Bring water, snack, insect repellent, appropriate clothing and stout footwear.
Gone Batty (March 23, 2023)
Come learn about Vermont’s flying mammals from state wildlife biologist Alyssa Bennett from the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. As these animals prepare to leave their underground hibernation sites and fly north from warmer climates, join us for an update on winter and summer population trends, the latest disease and treatment research to combat White-nose Syndrome, and what you can do in your own backyard to help Vermont’s nine bat species.
Abenaki in the Champlain Valley: Historical, Current and Future (March 23, 2022)
"Abenaki in the Champlain Valley: Historical, Current and Future" presented by Judy Dow, Executive Director & Educator of Gedakina.
University of Vermont Course NR-206 Addressing Problems in the Town Forest (Spring 2022)
Ferrisburgh Conservation Commission teamed up with the University of Vermont School of Natural resources to inventory local bird populations in the town forest and boost community awareness and involvement. Students from the course NR-206 presented their research and findings on Ferrisburgh bird populations.
Birds of Ferrisburgh Town Forest: Presentation Slides
Avian Populations in the Ferrisburgh Town Forest: Fact sheet
Atlantic Salmon in Lake Champlain: A Brief Natural History (April 1, 2021)
Matt Harrison, Educational Programs Manager at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, presented for a virtual program on the natural history of Atlantic Salmon in Lake Champlain. Matt explained the history, extirpation, and return of Atlantic Salmon in the region.
Understanding and Living with Vermont Black Bears (January 14, 2021)
Forrest Hammond, Wildlife Biologist and Black Bear Project Leader, VT Fish and Wildlife Dept., presented on the ecology of Vermont's black bears, including management and bear conflict avoidance.
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