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kids in sandy soil along the Merrimack River

Nearly 200 Concord Students Explore Merrimack River Floodplain

Dave Anderson | November 7, 2022

Students walked the riverbank and took soil samples during habitat field trips.

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Susie Spikol in nature with little kids.

Something Wild: The Animal Adventurer's Guide

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | September 28, 2022

Naturalist Susie Spikol is all about the little things you can see around you that is wildlife.

Students pose for a group photo in the shade of silver maple forest

Free Play In Nature — We ALL Learn

Dave Anderson | July 21, 2022

A tradition continued when English Language Learners/campers returned to the floodplain to explore the Merrimack River.

Group of people in personal protective equipment holding chainsaws seated in the forest

Workshop Connects Women With Chainsaw Safety Practices & Techniques

Sophie Oehler | June 21, 2022

The training was part of the "Women in the Woods" initiative.

A group of school children sit on the lawn while a man speaks to them

The Rocks Welcomes 2022 School to Farm Day

Anna Berry, Sophie Oehler | May 27, 2022

The Rocks welcomed 70 students through the NH Agriculture in the Classroom organization.

Students listening to forester

Forestry Friday: Local students learn from active timber harvest

Dave Anderson | May 19, 2022

3rd and 4th graders met Forest Society staff for a tour of our recent timber harvest.

Students pose with shovels after planting trees

With hope for the future

Dave Anderson | April 18, 2022

With just one last remaining mature Mulberry tree clinging precariously to the steep north bank of the Merrimack River in Concord, Forest Society staff have long-wished to plant replacements at the Merrimack River Outdoor Education & Conservation Area.