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Introducing the New "Tree-mendous" Volunteer Award!

Sophie Oehler | August 30, 2024

At this summer's Volunteer Appreciation Day, the Forest Society handed out the first annual "Tree-mendous" Volunteer Awards. 

A bullfrog near the pond at The Rocks.

Something Wild: Reflecting on the watery zen of a frog pond

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | August 28, 2024

It's a place for meditation on the chill amphibian lifestyle of breeding, laying eggs and laying low next to the water, at times soaking up the summer sun or hiding in the lily pads.

White Mountain National Forest view from the Forest Society's oldest continuously held reservation

Forest Advocate: Land and Water Conservation Fund Celebrates Important Milestones

Matt Leahy | August 27, 2024

This historic legislation established a dedicated and permanent means for the conservation and protection of America’s irreplaceable natural, historic, cultural, and outdoor sites, including essential watersheds, open spaces, parks, trails and more.

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.