Flooding Response and Recovery Resources for Woodland Owners and Managers
Flooding Response and Recovery Resources for Woodland Owners and Managers
On behalf of all of us at Vermont Woodlands Association, we hope you and your family are safe after the recent devasting flooding across Vermont. As we begin the long road to recovery, Vermont Woodlands Association will focus on what we do best- bringing you information to help you make informed decisions about the care and management of your woodlands. Below are some resources we have compiled to assist you in recovery. We will contuine to update this website as more information and resources become availabe. Keep checking back!
Support Resources
- If you need immediate assisatnce, please dial 2-1-1 (so visit Vermont 2-1-1) to reach a Community Resource Specialist that can connect you to help.
- Vermont Agency of Agriculture Flooding Response and Recovery Reosurces Website
Impact to Trees and Forests
- Flood Damaged Trees– University of Minnesota Extension publication
- BMP’s for Extreme Weather Webinar- Recorded Webinar
- Vermont’s Forestry Acceptable Managment Practices Website– VT Dept. of Forests, Parks and Recreation Watershed Forestry Program
- Vermont’s Forestry Acceptable Managent Practices App: Download the App
- Landowners Guide to Forest Access Roads-This guide was developed to give private landowners basic information needed maintain forest roads and protect valued natural resources.
Reporting Losses
- Report property damage to Vermont 211; dial 2-1-1 or visit Vermont 2-1-1
- Share a woods damage report with VWA, so we can help advocate for the needs of VT’s forestry community- submit a report here. (Please note: this is for informational purposes only, please report property damage directly to 2-1-1 to recieve technical assistance)
Response Support and Potential Funding for Recovery Efforts
- USDA Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool– use this tool to explore various federal recovery programs that may be available to woodland owners and managers.
- NRCS has a variety of funding opportunities to address forest trail erosion, water quality and soil issues. To learn more contact your local NRCS Field Office.