Chapter Newsletter - The Harbinger

Green Mountain Conservation Camp (GMCC) Scholarships

AMAS will sponsor two campers this year. For information on the camps, see:

https://vtfishandwildlife.com/learn-more/gmcc

Point of Contact for AMAS is Ellen Allman (ellenallman@gmail.com)

Programs

Watch Butterflies for Conservation

Webinars (see below)

Become a community scientist and join the Second Vermont Butterfly Atlas (2023 - 2027)! The Vermont Butterfly Atlas is a 5-year study conducted every 20 years to update the state butterfly species list and understand how populations have changed over time. With the state updating our wildlife action plan, now is the time to document butterflies! All you need to participate is your phone or camera and an enthusiasm for butterflies. No experience necessary, training provided online. Learn more at https://shorturl.at/EKIfa

Upcoming webinars:

Wednesday, March 26, 7 pm, Introduction to the Vermont Butterfly Atlas

Wednesday April 23, 7 pm, Vermont Butterfly Atlas Q&A

Wednesday May 7, 7 pm, Introduction to the eButterfly app

The Importance of Planting Native Plants in Our Landscape

April 8, 2025: Tuesday 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Presented by Alexis Doshas from the Native Plant Trust

Another OLLI program of interest to all who care about our natural environment. Although AMAS is not the sponsor, we encourage attendance to learn about this important subject.

Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival

May 4, 2025: Sunday 9:30 - 4:00 PM

Back this year by popular demand and willing volunteers, presenters, sponsors, exhibitors, and vendors. See the Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival webpage for updates.

Spring and Summer Bird Walks

Planned bird walks. Details later.

April 26, 2025: Keene Rail Trail

May 10, 2025: Cavendish Community and Conservation Association

May 11, 2025: Paradise Park and Lake Runnemede

May 17, 2025: Herricks Cove

May 31, 2025: North Springfield

June 1 or 7, 2025: Windsor Grasslands Wildlife Management Area

June 21, 2025: Up on the Hill Conservation Area with UVLT