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![Colorful attire of Forest Society hiking group survey the edge of white pine woods on right side overlooking a clearing of dry goldenrod on left side managed for insect pollinators](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/Heald%2520MO%252010-21-21%2520group%25203.jpg?h=5dc9785f&itok=eqRjnYJ3)
LIVE and In-Person (!) Late October Field Trip Series
We were thrilled to see members in person during our fall guided hike series.
![Rocks Director Nigel Manley stands in the middle of a row of trees.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/rocks%2520trees%2520nigel%2520fb%2520%25282%2529.jpg?h=3eca0e46&itok=GniPzpu_)
Nigel Manley Honored by Granite State Ambassadors
The Forest Society's North Country Operations Director was recognized for partnering with Granite State Ambassadors.
![Senator Shaheen stands in the middle of a circle of conservation leaders outdoors at Mink Brook Forest.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/Senator%2520Shaheen%2520at%2520Mink%2520Brook%2520Forest%2520courtesy%2520of%2520Senator%2520Shaheen%2520RS%252010-2021.jpg?h=a6a9b101&itok=qLBU-TKl)
Forest Society Joins Senator Shaheen and Conservation Partners in Support of Forest Conservation Programs
Congress is currently considering a substantial investment in forest conservation that would grow the economy, create jobs, and take critical action on climate change.
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- Advocacy
![Kayakers paddle on the Contoocook River.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/MPC_2021_Contoocook_photoNancyGoodell_10-2021.jpg?h=71976bb4&itok=o7P2jX5e)
Hundreds Explore Merrimack River Watershed Through the Merrimack Paddle Challenge
Although the rivers were flowing high and fast this summer due to heavy rains, the paddlers reported a variety of wildlife sightings — from beavers to eagles — and thought-provoking experiences.
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- Clean Water,
- Land Conservation
![Looking out over a field with forest behind.](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/Weeks%2520Woods%2520Gilbert%25202021%2520RS%2520web.jpg?h=d9d430fa&itok=LmiAc2Tn)
Current Use Survey Results
The results are in for a survey about the State of New Hampshire's Current Use Program.
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- Advocacy
![Moose Mountains distant view is full fall colors blue sky](/sites/default/files/styles/700x380/public/d7/MooseMountains_Autumn_ForestedHillside_WhitePine_JSavage_edited-1_0_0.jpg?h=e6327edd&itok=Of0a8-Wa)
Regional Conservation Partnership Network Virtual Gathering 2021
Find out how to register for the Regional Conservation Partnership's annual meeting.
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- Advocacy
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Something Wild: Caring for the Forest Floor - Don't Rake ALL the Leaves!
The impulse for meticulous landscaping that extends beyond the edge of the lawn, beyond the vegetable garden and your stone wall, is actually harming the species that call the forest home.
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- Recreation,
- Something Wild