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A colorful wood duck drake on top of water.

Northern waterfowl return to ice-free waters

Dave Anderson | April 15, 2020

Wood ducks are "dabbling" ducks: feeding on the surface of the water and not diving for food. They eat pond weeds, berries, seeds, aquatic insects and even acorns.

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Wildlife
Part of Lake Massabesic in the woods, covered with snow.

Hike Local: Getting Outside Near Nashua

April 14, 2020

When a road trip north isn’t an option, Maria Finnegan relies on Nashua’s network of rail trails or takes a walk in a local park. Unfortunately, the Coronoavirus has made getting some fresh air a bit more complicated.

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Recreation

Will Abbott's Lasting Legacy

Anna Berry | April 14, 2020

April marks the retirement of longtime Vice President of Public Policy & Reservation Stewardship Will Abbott. But instead of saying farewell, we’re celebrating the incredible conservation work that Will has accomplished over his tenure with the Forest Society (and also because we’re lucky to have him staying on in a limited capacity).

Changes to Threatened and Endangered Species Protections Challenged

Matt Leahy | April 13, 2020

The pressing concern for many in the environmental community is that the Department of Environmental Services has proposed changing one of the standards it uses to issue Alternation of Terrain permits.

Will Abbott, Vice President of Policy & Reservation Stewardship Retires

Will Abbott | April 13, 2020

A farewell letter from Will Abbott after his 15-year tenure at the Forest Society. He'll stay on in a part-time capacity to help the Forest Society manage its rebuilding project at The Rocks.

Be Safe. Be Well. Be Local.

April 9, 2020

Nature is our ally during this difficult time. It has the power to soothe, uplift and restore. We are pleased to see people across the Granite State experiencing the restorative powers of a simple walk in the woods, and are equally pleased that most are heeding the message to enjoy those benefits locally and only when a place is not crowded.