Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation - Vermont
All trees and forests in Vermont provide important services that we rely on, whether the individual street tree, backyard forest, town forest, or the thousands of state-owned and managed forests. Forests are one of Vermont’s greatest assets.
Vermont - Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
The Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR) is responsible for the conservation and management of Vermont’s forest resources, the operation and maintenance of the State Park system, and the promotion and support of outdoor recreation for Vermonters and our visitors.
Forests | Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation - Vermont
Promote urban and community forestry for greener, healthier cities and towns. Prevent disease outbreaks and wildfires to protect our forests from large-scale threats. Support Vermont’s wood-using industries and sustainable forest-based economic growth.
State Forests | Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
Vermont State Forests are here for you to use, enjoy, and explore. Many of the State Forests provide a wide range of recreational opportunities for walkers, runners, bikers, horseback riders, and motorists.
Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation - Vermont
3 days ago · Latest Map of Vermont Wildland Fire Incidents Daily Fire Danger Map (Updated daily March 20-November 30) FEMS (Fire Environment Mapping System) View the latest conditions at Remote Automated Weather Stations (RAWS).
Meet the Team | Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
Eighty percent of Vermont’s forest is owned by individuals and families. The clean water, clean air, carbon storage and sequestration, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, sawtimber , firewood, and other benefits our forests provide largely come from privately owned land.
List of Vermont County Foresters | Department of Forests, Parks …
Over the decades, the work of each County Forester has evolved. In 2024, the Dept. of Forests, Parks and Recreation adjusted the service areas of the 13 County Foresters to provide more equitable service to all Vermonters. Map of new County Forester Service Areas – Effective November 12, 2024.
UVA Reserve Forestland | Department of Forests, Parks and
Reserve Forestland focuses on managing for old forest functions and values. To be enrolled, parcels must meet specific eligibility requirements based on how much significant and sensitive conditions exists on the parcel, emphasizing locations with barriers to active forest management.
Forest Carbon | Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
Vermont's 4.5 million acres of forestland are a net carbon sink, meaning that each year they take in more CO 2 from the atmosphere than they emit. Vermont's forests store over 1.7 billion metric tons (Mt) of CO 2 equivalent (CO 2 e) and sequester …
Wildland Fire | Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation
Each year Vermont experiences many wildland fires during its two primary fire seasons, spring and fall. Burning debris is the most common cause of wildland fires in Vermont. To help prevent forest fires, Town Forest Fire Wardens issue burn permits and engage the public in fire education.