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![A group of staff and community members pose at the entrance to the Ammonoosuc River Forest.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/AmmoRiver_opening_grouppose_7-9-22_photoCarrieDeegan.jpg?h=85c5210f&itok=i126TfBI)
Celebrating Protection of the Ammonoosuc River Forest
A new angler access trail opened July 9.
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- Wildlife
![yellow and black goldfinch eating red mulberries against blue sky and green leaves](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/cc6-21goldfinch%2520mulberry%2520RESIZED.jpg?h=707772c7&itok=285qnRsK)
Wildlife Wednesday: Summer along the Merrimack River in Concord
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.
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- Wildlife
![An aerial view of the spongy moth defoliation shows some green trees against the backdrop of mountains with an expanse of brown trees.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/SW_aerialviewofspongymothdefoliation_Conway_6-29-22_courtesyNHPR.jpg?h=e2d4e9d2&itok=LG_GRR0I)
Something Wild: A spongy moth infestation is plaguing New Hampshire forests, again
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.
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- Wildlife,
- Forestry,
- Something Wild
![Flock of whooping crane's taking flight off beach.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/Whooping-crane-2-MW.jpg?h=6da36de0&itok=tE09LGYa)
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Recovering America’s Wildlife Act
Thank New Hampshire’s Congressional delegation for supporting this important legislation.
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- Advocacy
![Open green field with trees in background against blue sky](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/Monkman_NHSCS_D14441_EmeryFarm_Sunsetlandscape_0.jpg?h=61ad2bfb&itok=NqbDAgjw)
Governor Vetoes Legislation to Strengthen New Hampshire’s Solid Waste Landfill Siting Rules
The legislature will still have an opportunity to override the veto.
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- Advocacy
![Timber harvest landing skidder and pile of logs.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/HarvestLanding.jpg?h=10d202d3&itok=wBbq5qmO)
Governor Signs Bill Creating the New Hampshire Commission on Low-grade Timber and Wood Emerging Markets
Thank the bill’s sponsor for ensuring its passage.
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- Advocacy
![A photo of Monadnock with the words "16th annual Monadnock Trails Week: July 22-26, 2022"](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/MTW%2520banner%25202022.png?h=d1cb525d&itok=CwzWKNfu)
Join the Forest Society and NH State Parks for the 16th Annual Monadnock Trails Week
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.
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- Stewardship
![Two Kayakers on lake with fall hills in background](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/grafton%2520pond%2520kayakers%2520Carrie%2520Deegan_0.jpg?h=adbb760b&itok=t15etqbL)
State of New Hampshire Looking for Director to Run the Office Outdoor Recreation Industry Development
Open position with the State of NH.
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- Advocacy