• Summer evening in the Green Mountains. © K.P. McFarland

    Field Guide to July 2021

    The dawn bird chorus now fades from northern woodlands as the hills erupt in the sparkle and drama of summer insects. Here are some July happenings to kick off your month!
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    Adult Common Loons with chick © Janet Steward

    2021 Annual LoonWatch

    Each year on the third Saturday in July, LoonWatch volunteers help us survey more than 160 lakes and ponds statewide. This year's annual count takes place on July 17th.
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    Hermit Thrush release © Michael Sargent

    Blackpolls Abound as VCE Launches Year #30 on Mt. Mansfield

    VCE’s first 2021 foray to Mt. Mansfield marks our 30th year of monitoring the ridgeline’s montane forest breeding birds. Read about what we found and see stunning photos from the day on the VCE blog.
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