Vermont Leadership Center Mission
Vermont Leadership Center Mission
The Vermont Leadership Center
A nonprofit rooted in Arlington, Vermont
WHO WE ARE:
A new nonprofit organization dedicated to the long-term health of the Battenkill Watershed and surrounding ecosystems including the forests and valley lands.
OUR MISSION:
To preserve and protect the natural beauty of our region through:
Educational events
Wellness programs
Youth and adult engagement
Community outreach and stewardship
GET INVOLVED:
We’re seeking passionate volunteers and local sponsors who want to:
Help conserve local lands, waters, and mountains
Educate and inspire future generations
Build a stronger, more connected community through shared purpose
Help us obtain more land in the area to preserve for future generations to be able to enjoy wilderness and our unique ecosystems located in Southern Vermont
🌄 Support The Vermont Leadership Center
Founded in 2024, The Vermont Leadership Center (VLC) is a Vermont-based nonprofit Our mission is simple but powerful:
To preserve this mountain for future generations, while creating life-changing educational opportunities that connect people to the natural world.
🎯 Our Goals
We’re building more than trails—we’re building a legacy. Your support helps us provide programs that connect local youth and adults to nature, including:
Ecology & Field Biology Programs
Dendrology & Forest Studies
Acorn Kids Camps
Guided Hikes & Immersive Nature Walks
🌟 Our Vision – Projects Your Donations Support
Your charitable donation will help fund these inspiring projects:
🥾 Trail Development – Hire crews for trail creation, maintenance, and interpretive signage
🏡 The VLC Main Building – A central hub for students, educators, and community events
🏕️ Cottages & Camps – On-site lodging for students, visitors, and overnight programs
🐦 Birdhouse Cottages – Three sustainable “Birdhouse” cabins for nature lovers and learners
🌱 Eco-Dome for Classes – A green, open-space dome for educational programs and workshops
🛕 Sacred Temple – A nature sanctuary to honor the mountain’s unique ecosystem and spirit
🐟 Educational Pond – A 2-acre pond for learning, reflection, and trout stocking
🌲 Land Expansion – Acquire a 400-acre adjacent parcel for conservation and programming
🧌 Giant Troll Installation – A magical forest sculpture inspired by artist Thomas Dambo
🚿 Bathhouse – Essential facilities to support visitors, campers, and day-program attendees
🚛 Dump Truck – For trail work, land restoration, and site prep
🚜 Side-by-Side Vehicles – To safely shuttle guests and students across the mountain