Forest Society Blog - News & Features

A group of staff and community members pose at the entrance to the Ammonoosuc River Forest.

Celebrating Protection of the Ammonoosuc River Forest

acrowley, Anna Berry
July 12, 2022

A new angler access trail opened July 9.

Wildlife
Land Conservation
yellow and black goldfinch eating red mulberries against blue sky and green leaves

Wildlife Wednesday: Summer along the Merrimack River in Concord

Dave Anderson, Ellen Kenny
July 6, 2022

Birds and plants have co-evolved to mutually benefit: trading carbohydrates for seed distribution via fruits which birds consume and pass seeds to far-flung locations where they might germinate.

Birdwatching
Wildlife
An aerial view of the spongy moth defoliation shows some green trees against the backdrop of mountains with an expanse of brown trees.

Something Wild: A spongy moth infestation is plaguing New Hampshire forests, again

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt
July 1, 2022

In certain parts of the state, you can’t miss the invasive caterpillars munching their way through the forest, just as they did last summer.

Wildlife
Forestry
A photo of Monadnock with the words "16th annual Monadnock Trails Week: July 22-26, 2022"

Join the Forest Society and NH State Parks for the 16th Annual Monadnock Trails Week

June 30, 2022

To help keep Mt. Monadnock safe and welcoming for hikers, the Forest Society and N.H. State Parks will be hosting the 16th Annual Monadnock Trails Week, July 22-July 26, 2022.

Stewardship
Timber harvest landing skidder and pile of logs.

Governor Signs Bill Creating the New Hampshire Commission on Low-grade Timber and Wood Emerging Markets

Matt Leahy
June 30, 2022

Thank the bill’s sponsor for ensuring its passage.

Advocacy
Open green field with trees in background against blue sky

Governor Vetoes Legislation to Strengthen New Hampshire’s Solid Waste Landfill Siting Rules

Matt Leahy
June 30, 2022

The legislature will still have an opportunity to override the veto.

Advocacy
Flock of whooping crane's taking flight off beach.

U.S. House of Representatives Passes Recovering America’s Wildlife Act

Matt Leahy
June 30, 2022

Thank New Hampshire’s Congressional delegation for supporting this important legislation.

Advocacy
Two Kayakers on lake with fall hills in background

State of New Hampshire Looking for Director to Run the Office Outdoor Recreation Industry Development

Matt Leahy
June 26, 2022

Open position with the State of NH.

Advocacy
NH State House under a blue sky with wispy clouds

U.S. Senators Sign Letter in Support of Funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund

Matt Leahy
June 25, 2022

Both of New Hampshire’s Senators signed on in support.

Advocacy