In 1990, a group of concerned citizens and the Hinesburg Land Trust came together to conserve a critical stretch of wetland habitat bordering Lewis Creek in Hinesburg, Vermont. From this successful grassroots effort, Lewis Creek Association was born. See our history for more details, and our current projects for what we’re up to this year.

Every activity we perform on land has a direct impact on habitat and our streams, rivers, and lakes. Whether it be fertilizing your lawn, not picking up after your dog, or developing rural and urban spaces, our actions affect the ecologic, economic, and recreational value of our land and waterways.

Our Mission

The mission of Lewis Creek Association is to protect, maintain and restore ecological health while promoting social values that support sustainable community development in the Lewis Creek, LaPlatte River, and direct-to-lake watersheds, and throughout Vermont. Through education and action, LCA works to:

• Restore water quality, stream stability, and native wildlife habitat

• Protect and restore important and diverse natural areas

• Conserve productive and scenic lands that contribute to rural character and economy

• Support growth compatible with important natural systems and working landscapes

• Strengthen and support local conservation initiatives and opportunities

• Model active participation and respect for differences

With a hard-working volunteer board and a part-time paid staff member, LCA facilitates educational, planning, and field work programs involving dozens of volunteers. This work assists town planning and facilitates the restoration and conservation of important Champlain Valley natural areas of high public value.

What We've Achieved