A Night of Helping Frogs and Salamanders

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Every year, Vermonters turn out for these “Big Nights,” to help migrating amphibians safely cross roads near ponds and wetlands. In April, the Bernie Buzz caught up with the organizers and more than 200 local volunteers on Pond Road for the town of Shelburne’s Big Night to learn about why these evenings are important — and to get a look at some of the creatures that were migrating.

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Meet Olympic Medalist Bill Koch

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Bill grew up skiing to school every day in Guilford, Vermont. From a young age, he loved winter and experiencing the outdoors on skis. He was only 20 when he competed at the 1976 Innsbruck Olympics and won silver in the 30 kilometer event. The Soviets dominated the sport, but Bill believed he had a chance to medal. He remembers skiing faster in that race than he ever had before. Six years later, Bill won the overall World Cup title.

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