Every month VCE's eNews bring the outdoors into your email inbox. In eNews, we report on the innovative field work of VCE biologists. But we also give you breaking news from the frontiers of conservation biology – here in Vermont and beyond.
eNews is short and designed to keep you informed and even to get you outside. You can read a few back issues here on the VCE web site. But your best bet is to use the handy subscription option and get it in your inbox each month.
June 2019 eNews
Be inspired to get outside and explore your natural world this month with the Field Guide to June; read about our latest findings on Bicknell's Thrush in Puerto Rico; check out the lists of 300+ species found during VCE's first-ever Biothon; and listen to this month's episode of Outdoor Radio to learn about the bees in your backyard. Bzzzz! June eNews awaits... »
May 2019 eNews
We're excited for you to open this month's eNews! Read about our recent awards, check out all the events we've lined up for you, and head deep into the Green Mountains in search of Stark the Bear with Outdoor Radio. And as always, you'll get your natural history fix with the Field Guide to May. Read about all this and more in the May issue »
April 2019 eNews
In this issue you'll find our Field Guide to April, learn about how you can participate in our new wild bee survey, help us find the missing lady beetles of Vermont, and join us in our new Biothon challenge - and more. This one's jam-packed with great stuff! Read the April issue »
March 2019 eNews
Find signs of spring in the Field Guide to March; read an updated account from the field (really, mountains) in Cuba; check out the calendar of VCE Events, and of course this month's episode of Outdoor Radio and the Vermont Atlas of Life iNaturalist photo-observation of the month winner. Read this issue... »
February 2019 eNews
Find your fascinating Field Guide to February where you'll learn about critters like snow fleas and 'Possum; take a deep dive into VCE's grassland bird research at your own pace; catch up on the search for Bicknell's Thrush in Cuba; listen to Outdoor Radio hosts discuss how beavers survive winter; and check out the Vermont Atlas of Life iNaturalist photo-observation of the month! eNews awaits... »
January 2019 eNews
January's issue is truly an interesting read. Learn about how wildlife adapts in the depths of winter in the Field Guide to January, surprising results from new research on dragonfly migration, the Vermont Atlas of Life 2018 biodiversity data bonanza, and listen to Outdoor Radio hosts discuss the latest Pine Grosbeak irruption, among other nuggets of natural history knowledge! Read this month's issue »
December 2018 eNews
In this month's issue you'll find your Field Guide to December, a Whip-poor-will Project update, learn about vernal pool research in the off season, check out holiday gift ideas for the bird lovers in your life, and more. You won't want to miss it! Read this issue. »
November eNews
November 06, 2018It may seem that oncoming cold weather brings nature to a standstill, but there remains much to be discovered during this transitional season. In this month's issue, get your Field Guide to November, catch up on biodiversity news, take a gander at a gorgeous Eastern Milksnake, and as always, there's more! Read this issue »
October eNews
October 04, 2018This month's issue is packed with interesting articles and photos you won't want to miss. Tune into the natural world around you with the Field Guide to October; read about this fall's mass movement of Eastern Gray Squirrels; learn about Migrating Dragonflies, the unusual breeding range shift of a boreal bird, and so much more! Read this issue »
September eNews
September 07, 2018See what is happening around you in the September Field Guide. Travel virtually with a sandpiper we're tracking via satellites. Learn how loons are battling adversity with our help. Watch a video about Cuba and our work with Bicknell's Thrush. And there's a whole lot more! Read this issue »
July 2018 eNews
July 05, 2018This month's issue is brimming with citizen science opportunities and updates from the field. What's more, the Field Guide to July will have you seeking drama among the plants. Read this issue »
June 2018 eNews
June 07, 2018From Green Mountain natural history wonders to conservation success stories to Whip-poor-wills in the Moonlight on Outdoor Radio - June eNews has something for everyone. Read this issue »
May 2018 eNews
May 04, 2018The Field Guide to May, a forest Thrush mystery, Common Loon news you can use, and talking Turkey (Vulture) with Outdoor Radio are among this month's topics. You won't want to miss it! Read this issue »
April eNews
April 03, 2018From sandpipers migrating across continents to salamanders moving to vernal pools, or spring forest fires to sipping for songbirds - this issue of eNews is packed with wonderful stories and awesome imagery. Read eNews »
March eNews
March 08, 2018Read stories ranging from our Cuba expedition to where in the world are the loons today. Or see what March natural history you might spot this month. Learn about native plants for birds or join a vernal pool workshop. We've got March covered for you. Read March eNews »
February eNews
February 01, 2018From the Migratory Bird Treaty Act to mercury in vernal pools and from Puerto Rico to Maine, this issue of eNews is packed full of information. Read eNews »
December eNews
December 02, 2017Fear not, during these short days and long nights of December, we're still finding plenty of life in the fading light. Once we pass the winter solstice, which strikes at 11:27 am on December 21st, more light will begin to creep back into our lives. Until then, read about winter natural history, 2017 citizen scientist of the year, Upland Sandpiper migration, loon report, amazing bird band recoveries, and more! Read eNews »
November eNews
November 03, 2017It's Stick Season, as we call it here in New England, but we've got plenty to share. John Lloyd reports on his trip to Dominican Republic where we are helping with a plan for a key national park. Learn about our new vernal pool monitoring project coming up, listen to a few awesome podcasts, and some great natural history. It's all in this month's eNews! Read eNews »
October eNews
October 11, 2017Learn about mountain bird population health from our latest Mountain Birdwatch report, celebrate 40 years of successful loon conservation and VCE's 10th anniversary, or find out what's on tap for the next Suds and Science lecture, and more. Read eNews »
September eNews
September 01, 2017From your field guide to animals on the move this month to record loon breeding season, this month is full of great stories and images. Read September eNews »
July eNews
July 01, 2017From great milestone for citizen science project that you can join to saving a loon's life, July eNews is full of great short stories and beautiful images. Read eNews »
June eNews
June 02, 2017Here in Vermont, we dream of June during the darkest days of winter and here it is in all its glory in this issue of eNews - from the trials and tribulations of loons to the tasty craft beers of Vermont, we've packed it all in this issue. So raise a pint for conservation and have a look at this month's stories. Read eNews, beverage not included. »
May eNews
May 01, 2017From mountains to wetlands, grasslands to tropical forests, May eNews is packed with stories spanning habitats and the hemisphere. Check out the beautiful images and read more about our work and opportunities for you to help. Read eNews »
April eNews
April 01, 2017Learn about April natural history, our work in Cuba, projects that need your birding help, and more. Read eNews »
February eNews
February 03, 2017This month, wildlife and the rest of us here in New England will cross a threshold - arbitrary yet not insignificant: 10 hours of daylight. You can sense it when you head out in the morning: Black-capped Chickadees and Northern Cardinals are among birds breaking out into song, and Downy and Hairy woodpeckers are starting to drum. Learn about this month's natural history, Bobolinks in the Galapagos, our tireless team mate in the Caribbean, an amazing volunteer, and more. Read eNews »
January eNews
January 05, 2017Although the days are slowly lengthening, life in the Northeast now finds itself in the coldest depths of winter. January is about survival. Wildlife that doesn't migrate adapts instead in order to make it to spring. In this issue of eNews, we give you a few tidbits of natural history events for this month, first look at our new mountain phenology project, report on 2016 LoonWatch and other projects, and more. Read the January eNews »
December eNews
December 07, 2016Fear not, during these short days and long nights of December, we're still finding plenty of life. Once we pass the winter solstice, which arrives at exactly 5:44 AM on December 21st here in the Northern Hemisphere, more light will begin to creep back into our lives. In this issue we report on mercury in vernal pools, learn about the 2016 Julie Nicholson Citizen Scientists of the Year, check out the latest open data from VCE, and more. Read eNews »
November eNews
November 01, 2016"Stick Season," as we call it here in New England, when the woods are gray and cold and the leaves have mostly fallen, is anything but lifeless, and neither is eNews. In this issue we report of loss of forests in Hispaniola, the long travels of Upland Sandpipers, volunteers that are making a difference, a new cat in town, and more. Read eNews »
October eNews
October 06, 2016October is a month of change. The leaves slip from green to gold. Then, suddenly, they all seem to drift to the ground. In this issue of eNews, learn about some neat autumn natural history and updates on loons, mountain songbirds, digitization of historic bird records, and upcoming events and lectures. Read eNews »
July eNews
July 01, 2016Hot off the keyboard, our July eNews is full of interesting stories - loons on record setting pace this year, iNat Vermont hits 100K observations, meet our new intern, VT eBird County Quest puts up huge numbers, our grasshopper sparrow study featured by military, the photo of the month, and of course our popular Field Guide to July. Read eNews »
June eNews
June 06, 2016This month is packed with neat stories: loon nesting update and stories, grasshopper sparrow geolocators, zero bird counts might not be zero, searching for endangered whip-poor-wills, and of course - the awesome image of the month. Check it out. Read eNews »
May eNews
May 03, 2016From eggs on glacial ice to a butterfly big year, this issue of VCE's eNews is packed with awesome images and information. Read eNews »
March eNews
March 08, 2016The March edition of VCE's eNews features white-tailed deer, vernal pools, a Puerto Rican expedition, and your field guide to big changes outdoors this month. Read eNews »
February eNews
February 01, 2016Aerial insectivores in decline, Suds and Science, February Field Guide, Fishers and more. Read the issue »
December eNews
December 08, 2015VCE's latest edition of eNews features a journey to South America, a Field Guide to December, and our ongoing quest for 2015's last butterfly. Read all that and more »
November eNews
November 12, 2015In the latest edition of VCE's monthly eNews, we report on fall foliage, winter birding, and new conservation efforts on behalf of one of rarest nesting songbirds on the continent. We're even looking for the last butterfly of the year. Read this issue »
October eNews
October 19, 2015A Lost Loon's Saga Ends Well in Maine, "Tempered Optimism" in Troubled Land, Suds & Science on Nov. 3: A Cloud Forest Conservation Crisis, Newsclips from VCE's Field Work, and the latest Outdoor Radio. Read this issue »
September eNews
September 03, 2015The September issue of VCE's eNews includes a field guide to the changing season, news about an amazing Common Loon rescue, and one of the most bizarre caterpillars you'll ever see (with some parasitic flies attached). Read this issue »
August eNews
August 07, 2015The August edition of VCE's eNews features: - A wet breeding season for Common Loons - Mountain Birds and Jail Birds - Our "Field Guide to August" - Whip-poor-wills - and lots more from the frontiers of wildlife and wild places. Read this issue »
July eNews
July 01, 2015From pink moths to calling whip-poor-wills, we've packed this eNews with interesting stories from the field, upcoming events to get you outside with us, and natural history happenings right outside your door. Read this issue »
June eNews
June 01, 2015June eNews is packed with cool stories - A Field Guide to June, Mountain Birdwatch season opens, VCE conservation biologist Judith Scarl migrates south, Loons have landed, the long life of Caribbean mountain birds, and more. Read this issue »
May eNews
May 12, 2015Read the Field Guide to May, learn about VCE's birdathon, you can help us deploy new Loon nesting signs, historic bird data being brought back from the dust bins, sandpipers in Kansas, and more. Read this issue »
April eNews
April 16, 2015Read the field guide to April, learn about birdathon, VCE in the news, what's the next suds and science lecture, see the image of the month, and learn a whole lot more. Read this issue »
March eNews
March 19, 2015In this issue see the Field Guide to March, learn about the Rusty Blackbird Migration Blitz, calling all volunteers for Mountain Birdwatch or help scientists with a study on mercury in vernal pools, learn about the April Suds and Science, catch up on VCE in the news, and check out the photo of the month. Read this issue »
February 2015 eNews
February 13, 2015February eNews is out! Read the field guide to February, learn about research we are doing in Puerto Rico, there's help for Monarchs, amazing images and more. Read this issue »
December 2014 eNews
December 11, 2014December VCE eNews: A new venue for Caribbean thrush conservation, a field guide to December, Next Suds and Science, Photo of the Month, and more. Read this issue »
November 2014 eNews
November 18, 2014In this issue: VCE launches a new web site and blog full of vivid images and breaking nature news, Outdoor Radio this week visits a saw-whet owl banding station, Suds and Science takes a December break, and more. Read this issue »
October 2014 eNews
Christmas in summer, hawks in flight, and the Endangered Species Act are among the features in the October issue of VCE's eNews. Read this issue »
September 2014 eNews
In this issue: Monarchs, A new damselfly found in Vermont, Summer sounds in September, A portrait of a bumble bee at risk, Common Loons on screen, image of the month: Palm Warbler. Read this issue »
August 2014 eNews
In this Issue: Radio and TV visit VCE in the field, a new dragonfly for Vermont, bioblitz at national park, preliminary loonwatch results, 23rd field season wraps up on Mt. Mansfield, our annual report, image of the month: Fringed Gentians. Read this issue »
