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The capitol dome in Concord.

Forest Advocate: Governor signs into law bill to limit PFAS use

Matt Leahy | August 27, 2024

We are hopeful that the passage of the bill into law marks a significant step forward to address the environmental contamination and public health consequences from PFAS. 

The new section of trail at Mt Major.

Mt. Major Sustainability Upgrade Wraps Up

Anna Berry | August 27, 2024

Join us for an official ribbon cutting and guided hike on September 12 to celebrate the completion of the three-month construction project, part of our years-long effort to make hiking at the beloved mountain safer, more environmentally friendly, and more welcoming.

The trees at Moose Mountains.

Forest Advocate: NH Department of Environmental Services Announces Next Steps for the Update of the State’s Climate Action Plan

Matt Leahy | August 26, 2024

NH DES announced it will begin the planning and drafting of the CCAP at two kickoff events in September.

A bobcat near the woods at the Center.

A Bobcat at the Conservation Center?

August 22, 2024

Social media posts confirm that homeowners in suburban settings are seeing healthy bobcats expanding from forests and ledges into the backyards of what had been former farmlands in southern and southeast NH.

Fall colors at the beaver pond at Monson.

Remembering Russell Dickerman and His Legacy at Monson Center

Matt Scaccia | August 22, 2024

Over the past 25 years Russ has served as one of the Forest Society’s most active volunteers, which culminated through of his lifelong commitment to stewarding the property. Though his presence will be missed greatly, his legacy with Monson will endure for generations to come.

Two people wearing hard hats, holding hand tools moving a large rock with information about 18th Annual Monadnock Trails Week, Sept 5-9, 2024.

Join the Forest Society & NH State Parks for the 18th Annual Monadnock Trails Week, September 5-9

August 20, 2024

Everyone can help with trail improvements and clean-up to support hiking at this special place! 

Sy and Matt with Fire Chief.

Something Wild Summer Series: A glimpse into the heart, soul, and science of animals with Sy Montgomery

July 31, 2024

Sy Montgomery's gift is getting into the heart and soul of an animal, and her extraordinary worldview is what makes spending time with her, and the animals she loves, so special. We hope this 3-part summer series of Something Wild gives you a glimpse into Sy’s world.

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