Barre City Cow Pasture

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Barre City Cow Pasture The Barre City Cow Pasture is an undeveloped natural area with ecological importance, historical significance and outdoor recreational opportunities.

10/23/2026

Mapping out a path for the workshop where we’ll “just happen” to see buckthorn, then barberry, then burning bush. 😉 🌿🥾

Tomorrow’s workshop - A Bit About Invasives - starts with information at the kiosk, then some hands-on practice on the t...
10/23/2026

Tomorrow’s workshop - A Bit About Invasives - starts with information at the kiosk, then some hands-on practice on the trails.

If you’re going hands-on with this thorny being you’ll want heavy gloves. 😬

**Not required!**

See you there? 9:30-11:00 a.m.

This plant is very pretty and you’ll see it in a lot of places. It’s also considered invasive. 😕What does that mean? Wou...
10/21/2026

This plant is very pretty and you’ll see it in a lot of places. It’s also considered invasive. 😕
What does that mean? Would you like to learn more? Come to the Saturday workshop!

Have you been wondering what this “greener than the other things” plant is? Maybe it seems like you’re seeing it everywh...
10/18/2026

Have you been wondering what this “greener than the other things” plant is? Maybe it seems like you’re seeing it everywhere? Come to our workshop Saturday and we’ll tell you all about it!

Just like the sign says: The bridge is open! 🙂Zac and his team at APEX Trailworks completed the crossing on Friday. They...
08/08/2026

Just like the sign says: The bridge is open! 🙂

Zac and his team at APEX Trailworks completed the crossing on Friday. They will be putting the final touches on the approaches to the bridge over the next few days. They’ll also be closing out and rehabilitating the old, eroded trails in an effort to direct people to the new trail.

Please respect the trail closures. This helps to reduce erosion, allow rehabilitation of the forest, and reduce maintenance for the Cow Pasture Committee.

Enjoy!

Well this is exciting!Zac Freeman and an employee, James, of APEX Trailworks are making a big fix on a too-steep and ill...
08/03/2026

Well this is exciting!

Zac Freeman and an employee, James, of APEX Trailworks are making a big fix on a too-steep and ill-defined section of the Loop Trail. You might know the place!

This is the last of the work funded by an In 2022 ERSA Trail Grant from the State of Vermont. With that support, the committee has overseen the building of a new section of trail, the construction of (soon to be two) footbridges, the updating of maps and signage, and general improvement of the trails we all love to walk.

Take a stroll and check it out!

🥾👏🏻🌿

The rain held off just long enough last Saturday for a small but mighty crew—committee members and local volunteers—to g...
06/04/2026

The rain held off just long enough last Saturday for a small but mighty crew—committee members and local volunteers—to get out on the trails and get to work.

We spent the morning clearing waterbars, tending to the newer trails, and closing down unofficial paths and cut-throughs. Thanks to that effort, the trails are in great shape and ready to enjoy.

A few simple asks to help us care for this shared space:

🌿 Please stay on marked trails and respect closures—this helps protect the land and keeps our work focused where it matters most.

🐕 If you’re walking your dog, please bring bags, clean up, and carry them out with you. We don’t have a pickup service, and it makes a big difference for everyone using the trails.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who showed up on a cool, damp morning to lend a hand. This place stays special because of this community.

Friendly reminder: the Cow Pasture's Volunteer Trail Work Day is happening tomorrow morning! 🌿🗓 Saturday, May 30🕘 9:00–1...
05/29/2026

Friendly reminder: the Cow Pasture's Volunteer Trail Work Day is happening tomorrow morning! 🌿

🗓 Saturday, May 30
🕘 9:00–11:00 AM

We’ll be doing light trail work to help care for this shared space — no experience needed.

Even an hour makes a real difference. Hope to see you out there!

Hi neighbors! 🌳The Cow Pasture Stewardship Committee is hosting a Volunteer Trail Work Day on Saturday, May 30 from 9:00...
05/22/2026

Hi neighbors! 🌳

The Cow Pasture Stewardship Committee is hosting a Volunteer Trail Work Day on Saturday, May 30 from 9:00–11:00 AM, and we’d love your help.

We’ll be taking care of some spring trail maintenance—clearing drainage features, trimming back branches, and helping guide foot traffic to protect the land we all enjoy.

No experience needed. Even a couple hours makes a real difference.

Please bring sturdy shoes, gloves, water, and dress for the weather. Consider bug spray and don’t forget to check for ticks.

Come lend a hand and spend a morning outside with your community. We meet at the Cow Pasture's Maplewood Ave entrance. Hope to see you there!
..and if you can't make it, help us spread the word! Simply share this post or tag a friend. 👣

About a month ago, we looked up and found two porcupines sharing a tree, quietly going about their day, high above the f...
05/05/2026

About a month ago, we looked up and found two porcupines sharing a tree, quietly going about their day, high above the forest floor. 🌳

Nearby, the story of their work was easy to read if you knew where to look. At the base of a hemlock, the ground was scattered with freshly nipped hemlock branches. Rather than risk a fall reaching for the tender tips, porcupines clip the branch, eat the ends, and let the rest drift down below.

The Cow Pasture is full of life and quiet patterns.

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The Cow Pasture
Barre, VT
05641

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