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Jennings Forest as seen from above in spring with thunder clouds.

Elisabeth Maley, Daughter of Ellen Jennings, Donates 314-Acre Addition to Jennings Forest in New Durham

June 12, 2024

Jennings Forest expands with a gift of land from Elisabeth Maley.

Matt and Donovan pose outside behind a rock wall.

Meet our Seasonal Staff Members

June 6, 2024

With so much to accomplish during our field season, we're lucky to have their experience and expertise contributing to our work.

A view from the summit of Mount Major.

We Need Your Help! Support Sustainable Trail Improvements at Mount Major

Anne Truslow | May 14, 2024

Soil erosion, off-trail usage, dog waste, and trash are just some of the visitor-created impacts Forest Society staff and volunteers contend with throughout the year. 

Sophie Oehler takes her dog, Auggie, for a walk on the partially frozen floodplain.

Forest Journal: Spring is here: March is a Mix of Ice, Mud & Buds

Anna Berry | March 30, 2024

As tempting as it may be to stuff jackets and boots in the closet and head into the woods (or climb a mountain to view the upcoming solar eclipse), there may still be a mix of mud and ice on local trails.

A group of skiers make their way over an ungroomed snowy trial

Forest Journal: An Uphill Battle to Make Snow For XC Skiing

Sophie Oehler | January 17, 2024

Now, skiing in New England is starting to look a little different.  

Ken Stern and Jack Savage pose at the closing at the Conservation Center.

Society for the Protection of NH Forests and the Stern Family Protect 400 Acres in Canterbury and Northfield

Kelly Whalen | January 16, 2024

Known as Deepwood Forest, this conservation success was made possible thanks to a generous gift by the Stern family as well as support from local grants and foundations.

A view from Black Mountain.

That's a Wrap on the 5 Hikes Challenge

Anna Berry | November 20, 2023

Thanks for getting outside with us this fall and we'll see you in 2024.

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