Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival on May 5

If you’re a wildlife enthusiast itching for spring then be sure to check out the Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival on Sunday, May 5, at beautiful Herricks Cove on the Connecticut River in Rockingham, Vermont.  The festival is presented by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department and Ascutney Mountain Audubon Society and made possible with support from Great River Hydro, Ben and Jerry’s, Magris Talc, Mascoma Savings Bank, Decker’s Tent Rentals, HB Energy, and One Credit Union.

This is a family-friendly festival with an emphasis on the wildlife and natural resources of Vermont. The festival will feature live animals, nature-focused walks, kids’ activities, presentations by environmental and nature organizations, and demonstrations that include the return of Vermont Game Warden Canine Units. –All this and more, with a focus on getting outdoors and enjoying nature.  There will be food offered by a variety of local vendors as well as wildlife art, craft, book, and gift vendors there through the day.

“The Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival gives participants a chance to learn about and experience our native fish and wildlife and the importance of conserving their habitats so future generations can appreciate them as well,” said MaryBeth Adler, a state wildlife technician with Vermont Fish and Wildlife. 

Gates open at 9:30 a.m. a,nd activities are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., rain or shine, with an early morning bird walk at 7:00 a.m.  The suggested donation is $2.00 for an individual and $5.00 for a family, but no one is turned away for lack of funds.  Pets are not allowed.  Visit the festival website for updates and more information:  https://amasvt.org/herricks-cove-wildlife-festival

Herricks Cove is located just off Route 5, less than three miles north of Bellows Falls.

Bernie Sanders’ Second Annual Youth Chess Day

BURLINGTON, Vt., April 17 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) will hold his second annual Youth Chess Day this weekend on Saturday, April 20 at Vermont State University in Randolph for students grades 1-12. This follows last year’s inaugural event where 130 students from all 14 Vermont counties came out to learn and compete.

The day will kick off at 11:00 a.m. with a Learn-to-Play Session for grades 1-8, followed by a break for lunch, which will be served free for all participants. In the afternoon, players will test their skills at the Recreational Tournament. Students with all levels of experience are welcome and highly encouraged to attend. Sanders will speak with the participants and their families about the game as well as education, after school opportunities, civic engagement, community, and more.

Students interested in registering for the event can do so HERE. Advance registration is required.

What: Sen. Bernie Sanders’ Second Annual Youth Chess Day 

When: Saturday, April 20, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

• 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Learn-To-Play Session (Grades 1-8)
• 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch (free for all participants)
• 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Recreational Tournament

Where: Judd Hall, Vermont State University, 124 Admin Dr, Randolph Center, VT

Details: All attendees are expected to follow Vermont Department of Health guidance, monitor symptoms, and are encouraged to take a rapid COVID-19 test prior to the event.

Burlington PD releases new recruitment video

The Burlington Police Department has released the newest informational video featuring our Recruitment team. 

The department has seen significant changes in our staff in recent years.

The Recruitment episode, along with other episodes from their informational video series, can be viewed on the BPD’s YouTube channel. The purpose of this video series is to educate the public  on the different teams/aspects within the BPD and to help better understand the work and importance each have here at the department.