VCE Announces New ED

After a comprehensive, six-month search, Susan Hindinger has been appointed as VCE's incoming Executive Director. Please join us in wishing her the warmest congratulations!

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The Vermont Center for Ecostudies unites people and science for conservation.

VT Atlas of Life

West Virginia White (Pieris virginiensis) © Kent McFarland

Join a VAL Mission

Naturalists of all ages and abilities from around the Green Mountain State are helping us monitor Vermont life. The VAL missions are short and easy projects for just about anyone to join and contribute observations for science and conservation. Pick one or several, and join the community!

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Scientific Results

Our scientists publish their findings in peer-reviewed journals across multiple disciplines.

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Get Involved

Community scientists of all interests and abilities join us in our research, monitoring, and conservation work.

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Bee Survey

Vermont has more than 300 species of wild bees. Since 2019, the Vermont Bee Survey has been exploring the Green Mountain State for bees. Join us!

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Upcoming Events

Are you curious about vernal pools, wondering what it takes to manage meadows for grassland nesting birds, or eager to learn how climate change is affecting montane birds? These are just a few topics that VCE staff and guest speakers cover in both virtual and in-person events.

Visit our event schedule.