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A winding blue river passes the small houses and red barns that make up Franklin, New Hampshire.

Congress Expresses Support for the Land and Water Conservation Fund

Matt Leahy | October 21, 2022

The purpose of the Congressional letter is to address the continuing rapid nature loss, persistent inequality of access to parks and outdoor recreation opportunities, and growing climate impacts.

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Veto Sustained of Water Protection Bill

Matt Leahy | October 20, 2022

Stay tuned to the Forest Advocate for updates on this issue.

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A birds-eye view of the Merrimack River meandering next to Stillhouse Forest.

Support the Forest Society When You Bank & Shop

Anna Berry | October 19, 2022

There are many ways to support the Forest Society's mission this holiday season.

Forest Society Manager Forester Wendy Weisiger helps teach a participant who is driving a tractor.

Women in the Woods Program Educates on Safe Tractor Use on Woodlots

Anna Berry | October 18, 2022

The program is aimed at connecting women forest landowners, managers, and stewards with new resources and skills.

The board poses in front of the Conservation Center.

New Board Member and Officers for Forest Society

Kelly Whalen | October 17, 2022

Drew Kellner will serve as Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

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Lorin Rydstrom poses with his award.

Conservationist of the Year: Lorin Rydstrom

Kelly Whalen | October 12, 2022

Demonstrating his personal commitment to land conservation, Rydstrom donated a conservation easement to the Forest Society to protect a 347-acre woodlot in Northfield.

Dave Heuss and Carrie Deegan pose together with Dave's award.

Volunteer of the Year: Dave Heuss

Kelly Whalen, Carrie Deegan | October 11, 2022

Dave Heuss has volunteered with the Forest Society for the past eight years.

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The board poses in front of the Conservation Center.

Forest Society Releases 121st Annual Report

Anna Berry | October 10, 2022

The Forest Society presented its 121st Annual Report at the Annual Meeting on September 24.