As Eclipse Day, April 8, 2024, draws nearer, leaders from across the region shared how their localities and regions in the path of totality are preparing for the big day.

Since 2019, the Center has spearheaded the regional marketing campaign “getNEKedVT”. Now, with an additional grant secured, the campaign can further position the region as a place to not only visit but to live for a lifetime.

The 2024 Northern Forest Outdoor Recreation Symposium will convene business, non-profit, educational, and public sector leaders to learn, strategize, and build capacity for a representative, resilient, and responsible outdoor recreation sector that delivers sustainable economic and community benefits across the Northern Forest region of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York.

As the first snow falls across the region, leaders in outdoor recreation discuss the future of trail-based winter recreation.

Northern Forest Center program funds 10 recreation projects across Vermont to improve sustainability of recreation trails.

Northern Forest Center contributes to trail project in Long Lake, NY.

Bike retailers and new trail networks are helping to promote the Ride With Gratitude ethic of responsible trail riding.

The Center launched an effort to improve recreation resources for rural residents, awarding grants to 15 volunteer-led organizations across the region looking to increase access for residents.   

State leaders from the offices of outdoor recreation share how the industry shapes their state and what impacts are to come in Center webinar.

Seven events span mountain biking season to showcase great trails and communities in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Quebec.