How can I receive more information about the Natural Areas?

You can contact the Natural Areas Manager at:

     The Environmental Program
     153 South Prospect Street
     Burlington, VT 05401
     (802) 656-4055
     Richard.Paradis@uvm.edu

Do I need permission to visit the Natural Areas?

Most of the natural areas are open to the public and have trails and parking areas that can be used without prior permission. A few of the sites, such as Molly Bog and Concord Woods, do not have these facilities and require prior permission before a visit. Please contact us before bringing a group to any of the natural areas.

Can I conduct research in the Natural Areas?

The natural areas were established, in part, to support research. If you would like to know about research opportunities or have plans to conduct research in one of the natural areas, please contact us for information. Permission is required before research can take place in the natural areas.

Is it alright to walk a dog or ride a bicycle in the Natural Areas?

Dogs are currently allowed in the natural areas provided they are leashed and stay on the trails. Kindly clean up after your dogs and don't let them enter water bodies or wetlands. Bicycles are not permitted on the trails or elsewhere in the natural areas.

Is plant collecting or the removal of other natural objects such as rocks permitted in the natural areas?

Permission is required for the collecting and removal of any natural objects including plants, animals, rocks, or soil. Contact the office for more information.

Where can I access more detailed information such as research reports and studies about the Natural Areas?

The Natural Areas office at the Environmental Program has a small resource library that contains various reports, academic studies, inventories, and planning documents on the natural areas. Contact us to arrange a time to access this collection.

How can I learn how to lessen my impact when I visit or use a Natural Area for educational and research purposes?

We have worked with many researchers and educators over the years to help them lessen their impacts when they visit and use the natural areas. Contact us and we would be happy to share our ideas and knowledge with you.