@GreenfireVT

Forester. And other stuff. Author of Woods Whys. Owner and principal at Greenfire Enterprises.

 Stowe, VT
Joined January 2012
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Michael Snyder retweeted
Channel 3 News@wcax15 Dec 2022
Survey to help secure the viability of #Vt forests wcax.com/2022/12/14/survey-h…
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Vermont’s commissioner of forests, parks, and recreation (@vtfpr_commish) always boasts the foliage here is the world’s best — and it’s awfully hard to argue his claim with the glorious fall we’ve been treated to here! #VT 🍂🍁
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The view this week from Branbury State Park. We may be past full vibrancy but there's still great color out there, particularly in the south and west. Read the final foliage report of the season at vermontvacation.com/fall-fol… and give it up for the trees! #WorldsBestFoliage
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#vermontfoliage won’t get you to inbox zero but it will make you marvel at nature. The @uvmvermont #drone team is here for you.
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While still broadly in the early stages, we’re moving fast toward spectacular full color in the earliest-changing zones of northeast VT and higher elevations. Read this week’s foliage report at vermontvacation.com/fall-fol…. #FindYourPeakVT #WorldsBestFoliage Photo Robert Kolodziej
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𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽 “Forests are important, they are not guaranteed, and there are multiple strategies to keep forests, forests,” @vtfpr_commish said. Read more ⬇️ wcax.com/2022/09/18/forest-f…

Forest Future Strategic Roadmap: The future of Vermont forests

A roadmap for the future of Vermont's forests is coming soon.

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Some early hints of foliage were spotted in Randolph recently. What are you seeing where you are? Get outside to experience the first splashes of fall color and share your observations with #FindYourPeakVT! @VermontTourism @VTStateParks
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Fall is official and colors are in the early stages. Recent rains will bring a key ingredient to the mix, but conditions can change quickly so don't miss any chance to get out and enjoy the show! Read this week's foliage report at vermontvacation.com/fall-fol… #WorldsBestFoliage
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Woo hoo! 🌼🌼🌼🌼 everything is coming up daysies! @sevendaysvt @GovPhilScott @vtfpr_commish
Vermont State Parks
@VTStateParks18 Aug 2022
The Seven Daysies Awards -- readers voted for Little River State Park as the best state park in Vermont. Do you agree? More: bit.ly/3PAjVCt #VT #Vermont #GetOutside #parklife #nature
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So great to meet @SafCeo Terry Baker, who gave a terrific keynote address to a diverse audience of those who create and support our forest economy at the VT Forest Industry Summit in Burke this week! @foresters @VTForestNetwork #VTFPR #LocalWoodLocalGood #ForestProud
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Michael Snyder retweeted
Kevin Gaiss@KevinGaissTV13 May 2022
Read the sign folks! Northern half of Vermont has hit “Very High” according to the department of Forest Parks and Rec. More info: fpr.vermont.gov/forest/wildl… @wcax @vtfpr_commish
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Into finance, budgets, contracts & grants? Do you thrive on a fast-paced, amazing team? Do you love places like this as much as we do? #VTFPR is hiring a Director of Finance & Administration. Flexible telework policy & a mission that matters. Learn more: bit.ly/3kHDgEK.
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👏 to the 24 recipients of VT's VOREC Community Grant Program! "In announcing this round of grant recipients of over $4m, @GovPhilScott restated his support for outdoor rec as an important means for economic recovery and development." @vtfpr_commish bit.ly/3Lmn6vG
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Forests may not need us, but we need them. The benefits are endless: clean air & water, habitat, recreation, & wood products we use every day. Not to mention their huge role in mitigating climate change. Thanks to @KevinGaissTV for sharing this message: bit.ly/3ye4ZTt.

Preserving Vermont’s forests key to state climate action plan

The Vermont Climate Council’s first official climate action plan made it clear forests and working lands will be a key player in meeting their carbon reduction goals.

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#VTFPR is hiring a Grant Programs Specialist to support outdoor recreation programs. Work with VT communities, enhance access to outdoor recreation resources, & grow local economies! Learn more: bit.ly/30ILm9y.
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It doesn't matter what color the leaves are or whether they're still on the trees, or on the ground--it's all gorgeous. Show us what foliage conditions you're seeing with #FindYourPeakVT! #WorldsBestFoliage
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This year’s graceful patchwork of yellows, oranges, and reds is varied, prolonged, and well worth admiring no matter where you find yourself. Read this week's foliage report & get out there this weekend! vermontvacation.com/fall-fol… #FindYourPeakVT #SeeingIsBeLEAFing @VermontTourism
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Michael Snyder retweeted
Joe Short@shortj14 Oct 2021
12 million American households heat with heating oil or propane and they will see the biggest hit, with costs expected to rise 54% and 43% respectively. Wood heat is affordable, renewable, and better for the climate, too. #feelgoodheat reuters.com/world/us/us-home…

U.S. home heating bills expected to surge this winter, EIA says

U.S. consumers will spend more to heat their homes this winter than last year due to surging energy prices, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) projected in its winter fuels outlook on...

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🎃 Venture Vermont Bonus Challenge: Embark on a great pumpkin journey! Whether that involves making pumpkin art, a pumpkin recipe or something else, that's for you to decide. (10pts) 📸 Pumpkin at Mt Mansfield summit - Karis McGill
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Many thanks to our northern friends & @mainepublic radio for the privilege of joining "Maine Calling" to share why VT has the #WorldsBestFoliage (that won't hurt your eyes!). Tell us what makes VT's so special & listen to the rebroadcast at 7pm tonight: mainepublic.org/show/maine-c…

The outlook for autumn foliage, where to go and how leaf-peeping helps Maine's economy

We learn about the outlook for the foliage season, best places to view fall colors, and how leaf-peeping boosts Maine's economy.

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