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A view from Eagle Cliff of autumn foliage among hills and mountains in the distance.

Forest Notes: Nature is a Remedy for Stress

Ryan Smith | August 29, 2023

Nature is a missing ingredient in our society’s approach to health care.

A river runs through the forest.

Legislation Introduced in Congress to Enhance the Protection of the Connecticut River Watershed

Matt Leahy | August 28, 2023

The act proposes to establish a partnership among federal, state, local and private entities to promote conservation, restoration, education and recreation efforts in the important watershed.

Two people use binoculars to look at the sky while the Mt Washington Auto Road van waits.

Something Wild: Why the treeline of Mt. Washington is not a line

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | August 24, 2023

In this second episode of our series, Dave Anderson of the Forest Society and Chris Martin of NH Audubon are exploring the different forest zones on the flanks of the mountain, below the treeline.

colorful hiking group poses for parking lot selfie in Rochester

Champlin Forest in Rochester hosts City Recreation Department Seniors

Dave Anderson | August 24, 2023

Teaming up with the City of Rochester's recreation department at a Forest Society property.

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Education
A view through green leaves in a forest.

Legislation Introduced in U.S. Senate to Establish New Forest Conservation Program

Matt Leahy | August 23, 2023

The purpose of the program is to keep forests as forests through the use of conservation easements that purchase development rights from willing private and tribal landowners to prevent conversion to non-forest uses.

Forest Society Statement on Governor Sununu's Veto of HB142

Jack Savage | August 21, 2023

"It is too early for us to comment on what the future will be for low-grade wood markets but we will continue to work with our partners in the forestry community to assess our next steps," said Jack Savage, president of the Forest Society.

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Advocacy
A view of the water from Creek Farm.

Forest Society Partners on Watershed Wednesday Walks

Sarah Kern | August 21, 2023

View new preserves and learn how each property helps protect the healthy of our region's waterways.

A man in a red shirt stands arms crossed in front of a large field

Forest Journal: The Doctor's Prescription: Take a Hike

Sophie Oehler | August 15, 2023

Part of a new collaboration between Concord Hospital and the Forest Society, Dr. Setnik and other medical professionals are helping spread the word about the role that forests, and outdoor recreation play in keeping our bodies and brains healthy.