Green fields and trees at Morrill Farm.

Support Farming for the Future: Help Protect Morrill Dairy Farm

The Forest Society is fortunate to be working again with the Morrill Family of Penacook to conserve the land base that supports their fourth-generation farm, located along the main stem of the Merrimack River just north of Sewall’s Falls and the Concord-Penacook border. Started by Rob Morrill’s grandfather in 1925, the Morrill Dairy Farm is approaching its centennial and has provided milk to the Hood plant on North Main Street in Concord for its entire history. We want to protect the land from subdivision and development while allowing for agricultural uses and recreation, including fishing, hunting, and paddling. To complete this project, we must raise a total of $263,000, including at least $100,000 in private donations.

A young boy hikes through a field of ferns with his father behind him.

Take the 5 Hikes Challenge!

The Forest Society's popular do-it-yourself hiking adventure is back for its fifth year this fall with the theme of “We all belong outdoors!” The 5 Hikes Challenge runs from August 31 through October 31 and includes more than 30 unique and scenic walking or hiking destinations on Forest Society conservation land throughout New Hampshire. Members participate for free.

Forest Society News & Updates

A boardwalk at the Manchester Cedar Swamp.

Something Wild: Exploring the Manchester Cedar Swamp All Persons Trail

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | October 9, 2024

At 640 acres, the Manchester Cedar Swamp Preserve is the largest protected block of conservation land in the city of Manchester. It contains some special forest communities that Something Wild will visit as we discuss inclusive trail design.

Silver maples on the floodplain in fall.

Wildlife Wednesday: Songbirds Migrating as Foliage Peaks

Dave Anderson, Ellen Kenny | October 9, 2024

The past few weeks, huge numbers of songbirds moving through in mixed flocks of sparrows, goldfinches, warblers, wood and hermit thrushes, and yellow shafted flickers are most conspicuous.