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VINS Canopy Walk

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“On Thursday, November 8, 2018, the Vermont and New Hampshire Sections of ASCE met at Hotel Coolidge for a joint dinner meeting to discuss the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) Forest Canopy Walk. With nearly 50 in attendance, Tom Weller, lead project architect of Weller & Michal Architects, and Chris Collier of VINS, presented on the inspiration and background of the VINS Forest Canopy Walk in Hartland, Vermont.” “The 300-foot-long canopy walk, which will begin behind the raptor houses, will be at an approximate elevation of 40 feet, give or take. It will lead visitors through a classic New England mix of hard-and softwood trees, and would offer views of the Ottauquechee River and Dewey’s Pond.” (https://www.vnews.com/VINS-plans-forest-canopy-12874819).

EV is providing the civil engineering and permitting for this beautiful outdoor project.

A artist’s rendering of the proposed forest canopy exhibition at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science in Quechee, Vt. (Courtesy Vermont Institute of Natural Science)

Content credit to: http://sections.asce.org/vermont/sites/sections.asce.org.vermont/files/Vermont%20Section_%20October%202018%20Newsletter.pdf

EV is providing civil engineering and permitting assistance for this beautiful outdoor project.

Groundbreaking at GEOKON

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Another great project has come to life. The new GEOKON building had it’s groundbreaking ceremony in Lebanon, NH yesterday. Engineering Ventures provided the structural, civil and permitting services for this great project from programming though construction.

Where is this beautiful stairway?

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The answer is in Warren, NH at the Moosilauke Ravine Lodge.

Moosilauke Ravine Lodge is owned by Dartmouth College as a getaway for new students, alumni, and the public to have outdoor adventure, gatherings, retreats, meals, and lodging.  With large entertaining spaces indoor and out, a gourmet kitchen, and several guest rooms, it is a place for guests to stay and play.  Situated in the mountains of Warren, NH the surroundings are an outdoor getaway for hiking, biking, relaxation, and adventure.

This beautiful new lodge replaced the existing 1930’s building with a continuation of the rustic character combined with modern energy efficient design and aesthetic details.  The EV design team provided structural services including design of the foundation, structure, heavy timber, and grand stone chimney with a staircase inside of the structure.  One of the unique elements of this design is the “slingshot” shaped tree in the center of the building along with many other features that are ready for you to visit and enjoy.