Enter the Vermont Forest Agency (formally known as the Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation). While we spend our weekends hiking, biking, and leaf-peeping, this dedicated team works year-round behind the scenes to ensure that Vermont’s natural beauty remains a legacy for generations to come.
More Than Just Rangers
The Vermont Forest Agency is the guardian of nearly 5 million acres of forestland. Their mandate is a delicate balancing act: they must support a sustainable timber industry that fuels the local economy while simultaneously protecting critical wildlife habitats and public recreational spaces. https://bir