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Paradise Park Commission wins 2026 Vermont Tree Steward Volunteer Group Award
Summary
The Paradise Park Commission was named the 2026 Vermont Tree Steward Volunteer Group, recognized for updating the town forest management plan, hosting outreach, and guiding a recent timber harvest; the group is invited to the awards ceremony May 28 at Vermont State University–Randolph.
The Paradise Park Commission received the 2026 Vermont Tree Steward Volunteer Group Award and was invited to the Vermont Urban & Community Forestry Conference awards ceremony on May 28 at Vermont State University–Randolph Campus.
The award letter, submitted with the minutes, praised the commission’s multi‑year work updating the forest management plan, hosting outreach events, and guiding a recent timber harvest while maintaining trail access and communicating with trail users. The letter quoted Hannah saying, "The Paradise Park Commission is an incredible example of a functioning and successful volunteer group supporting multiple uses in their Town Forest and resilient forests for the future." The award invitation notes the ceremony will take place from 3:15–3:45 p.m. and offers free admission for award recipients.
Commission members said the recognition reflects seven years of work with foresters, volunteers, and town partners to balance forest health and recreational access. The commission will consider sending representatives to the May 28 ceremony and to sessions at the conference.
