Forester Tessa McGann
On the Ground and in the Green Mountains
Vermont’s foresters are charged with overseeing conservation and land management projects in the Green Mountains. That means they get a lot of face time with the stars of Vermont’s renowned fall foliage show, the trees, including red and sugar maples, poplars, beech, and oak. Here, learn about Vermont foresters sharing their view from the woods as leaves change from green to red, orange, and yellow.
Southwestern Vermont (Bennington and southern Rutland counties)
Tessa McGann
How long have you been a forester?
I’ve worked in forestry for 3 years, but I only received my license this past year.
What makes your region of Vermont forest unique from other areas of the state?
Southwestern Vermont has everything – we have the Taconic AND the Green mountains, the valley in between, and even the southern tip of Lake Champlain. This variety in landscape means we have incredible diversity in tree species and forest types. I’ll never get bored exploring this corner of the state!
Where would you recommend visitors go?
The Mettawee Valley is pure magic. Hike the North Pawlet Hills Natural Area and then head north to Rutland for incredible donuts (many bakeries to choose from!).
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