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A view over a stonewall at Monson Center of trees and a field.

Founded by a handful of concerned citizens in 1901, the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests is one of the country's most effective statewide land conservation organizations.

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  • Partners Launch Women’s Forest Planning Program

    Anna Berry
    September 12, 2023

    Are you a woman interested in developing a management plan for your forestland in New Hampshire?

  • Forest Notes: Nature is a Remedy for Stress

    Ryan W. Smith
    August 29, 2023

    Nature is a missing ingredient in our society’s approach to health care.

  • "Good Forestry in the Granite State" is Being Revised — Take the Survey

    Wendy Weisiger
    August 29, 2023

    A steering committee representing landowners, conservation organizations, state agencies and the forest industry is guiding the process.

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

Get ready, get set, HIKE!

The Forest Society's 4th annual 5 Hikes Challenge is taking place NOW through October 31. Hit the trail with your family, friends, or on your own for a do-it-yourself hiking experience. Hike five trails located on Forest Society reservations after choosing from more than 30 properties across the state.

Register for the 5 Hikes Challenge!
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Special Offer for New Members

Our members make us what we are today — a unique blend of visionary land trust, balanced environmental advocate, and intelligent forestry association. Join us as new member by September 30 and get 3 Extra Months FREE plus a one-time-use Parking Pass at Mt. Monadnock’s Old Toll Road, a $15 value!

Support the Forest Society by becoming a new member!

Forest Society News & Updates

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Forest Society Invites Public Comment for LTA Accreditation Renewal

Naomi Brattlof
September 20, 2023

The Forest Society was one of the earliest adopters of these standards.

Land Conservation
All ages and stages enjoy building an owl box!

Lemonade Out of Lemons, Habitat Out of Trees

Sarah Kern
September 18, 2023

After Eversource cut down 40 pine trees along Little Harbor Road a few years ago due to safety concerns, the Forest Society's Creek Farm staff went to work by turning the trees into habitat.

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"5 Hikes Challenge" visits Morse Preserve

Dave Anderson
September 18, 2023

It was a beautiful day to check off one of five hikes during the 5 Hikes Challenge.

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Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests54 Portsmouth St.Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603.224.9945Fax: 603.228.0423info@forestsociety.org
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