About Us
The Vermont Wildlife Coalition (VWC) has a broad membership that consists of individuals and organizations from across the state that share an interest in the future of Vermont’s wildlife. We engage in political action that above all supports humane conservation approaches. The VWC receives no funding from state or federal sources, but does welcome donations from the public to support it
s work. Our Mission
To ensure a vibrant and protected future for Vermont’s wild species through wildlife-centered public education and political action. Our Goal
The Vermont Wildlife Coalition’s goal is to create and foster public education, and influence statewide political action, in order to promote humane, unbiased and science-based behaviors and policies towards wildlife, and support a conservation ethic aligned with 21st Century ecological and socially responsible principles. Our Convictions
The VWC:
Supports full public participation (multiple and diverse stakeholders) in wildlife governance including means for citizens to become informed and engaged in decision making
Supports wildlife governance that produces multiple, sustainable benefits for all beneficiaries
Supports the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies' push to help state fish and wildlife departments "transition and transform so they can more effectively serve the needs of all citizens and all fish and wildlife." Supports the notion that wildlife has intrinsic value, as sentient beings and as vital contributors to the health of our ecosystem, and, thus, should not be viewed solely as a resource
Is not opposed to sustenance hunting. Opposes all trapping except when it is done to address a public safety concern, and is performed quickly and when all possible non-lethal measures have failed.
