Category: News & Events
2009 is “Children in Nature Year” in Idaho
On Friday, January 30th, First Lady Lori Otter launched the "Be Outside" initiative and declared 2009 as "Children in Nature Year." Read a Post Register editorial about the initiative and check out www.beoutsideidaho.org.How can we… continue readingIdaho septic tanks a water-quality hazard?
An editorial in the Post Register details problems with septic tank regulations and how they don't do enough to protect water quality.
continue readingWild places and the well-being of children
Access great resources from the national movement to connect children and nature. Read about the emotional, social and health benefits for children spending unstructured time in nature.
continue reading2008 Teton County Development Numbers
Developments in the planning stages will have a dramatic impact on the future face of the valley.
continue readingVARD’s role in $100,000 Envision Victor grant
VARD is proud to partner with the City of Victor, the Orton Family Foundation and Teton Valley Trails and Pathways on the Envision Victor project, which is being supported by a $100,000 grant from the… continue readingLink to special section on the revised PUD
Look here for all of the information on the revised PUD ordinance
continue readingLink to VARD’s July 2008 Newsletter
VARD's July 2008 Newsletter highlights the recently published Developer's Handbook for Smart Growth
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