Watch out for these two pests
Many gardeners are reporting damage lately from two pests, the fourlined plant bug and slugs.
Charlotte Town Beach closed because of cyanobacteria blooms
Charlotte Town Beach manager Jennifer Lawson released a notice on social media that the Charlotte Town Beach was closed as of Tuesday afternoon, July 2.
Could Charlotte become a regenerative community?
Ever wonder what people are talking about when they talk about “regeneration”?
Tips for garden photography
As much as we might wish that May lilacs or June peonies would last forever in our gardens, they’re fleeting pleasures.
Gardening with native plants
Stunning landscapes abound all over the world, each one a testament to the captivating beauty of its native plant life.
The road less traveled led to a friendship unparalleled
When I was in my teens, my best friend and I were seeking adventures and, being steeped in the traditions of our teachers at Vermont Academy, we were immersed in outdoor education.
Defeat the heat by savoring Vermont opportunities
One morning last week, before 6 a.m., our thermometer read 75 degrees. The humidity hovered just below 70 percent.
Lewis Creek Association develops projects in Lewis Creek watershed
The Lewis Creek Association and landowners have partnered to improve water quality in Lewis Creek.
Know how cyanobacteria blooms look to keep family and pets safe
Wondering what’s floating in Vermont’s natural waters?
Sun on horizon: Solarize Charlotte 2024 helps save on energy bills
The town plan, resoundingly approved with 82 percent of the vote in 2019, calls for Charlotte to meet 25 percent of its energy needs from renewable sources by 2025, 40 percent by 2035 and 90 percent by 2050.
New campaign aims to stop spread of invasive pests
For many Vermonters and out-of-state visitors, summer means camping, hiking and taking part in other outdoor recreational fun.
Four experts to show how to get rid of invasive plants
Sustainable Charlotte, the Charlotte Conservation Committee and the Charlotte Library are hosting a workshop on invasive plants at the next Green Drinks gathering on Tuesday, July 9, 5:30-7 p.m.
Stretch your design wings with a visit to another garden
Do you sometimes feel you could use some inspiration in your garden design? Years of haphazard placement of plants you “just must have” can make for an untamed jungle.
Correcting soil compaction in lawns
The summer months are a time when many of us enjoy lawns.
Building habitat for bees
Bees are critically important pollinators to support and protect. Along with other insects, bees are essential components of agriculture by pollinating fruits, vegetables and other crops.
Hydrangea leaftier caterpillar causes no real damage
If you have hydrangeas in your yard, you may have noticed odd structures in the plant in mid-May.
Busy hurricane season on the horizon; Red Cross says get ready now, volunteer
June 1 marked the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. Northern New England residents should prepare for an extremely active hurricane season as the climate crisis
Rescues up, responders fear more unprepared heading out
At any moment Drew Clymer could be pulled out of rest or running errands to answer the phone and listen to the anxious voice of a hiker on the other end, lost with daylight fading.
Explore Lake Champlain on UVM research vessel
Interested in learning more about Lake Champlain and its history, culture and geology? You can by taking part in one of the Summer on the Lake excursions, offered by University of Vermont Extension and the Lake Champlain Sea Grant Program, beginning June 18.
Reasons for flowers in the vegetable garden
There’s no denying they’re pretty, but did you know there are practical reasons to plant flowers among the vegetables in your garden?