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  • May We Recommend... Black History Month Edition

    Anna Berry
    February 19, 2021

    Read and watch with the Forest Society to learn more about Black history this month — and all year long.

  • Plan for Forest Society North at The Rocks meets another milestone

    Anne Truslow
    January 20, 2021

    The building renovation is the central element of a multi-phased plan to re-envision The Rocks.

  • Something Wild: Flying Under the Radar

    Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Emily Quirk
    January 5, 2021

    Sometimes called a Marsh Hawk, the northern harrier is currently one the rarest birds of prey nesting in the Granite State.

Take Healthy Steps Toward Forest Recreation

We encourage you to #hikelocal, #walklocal and stay safe in the outdoors.
Andy Crowley
May 29, 2020
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Land Conservation

Find a Local Hike with our guide to conservation lands across the state, organized by region.

Remember to #hikelocal and #walklocal if you're heading outside and #recreateresponsibly.

 

This sign at Mount Major is a good reminder that when the parking lot is full, the trail is too!

Temporary signage at Mount Major says," Be safe. Full lot means a full trail."

 

IN THE NEWS

A number of local media outlets have shared our message:

Laconia Daily Sun: Hikers urged to avoid crowded trails

New Hampshire Public Radio: Hike Local During Pandemic, Say N.H. Conservation Groups

and follow-ups here (Hikers Flock To Popular Trails In First Days Of N.H.'s Stay-At-Home Order) and here (Should I go on a hike this weekend?).

WMUR: NH wilderness areas get crowded as people seek outdoor spaces

Seacoastonline: NH conservation groups urge hikers to take path less traveled during pandemic

Union Leader: Discover New Hampshire in the time of COVID

Conway Daily Sun: Get out! Beat COVID-19 blues with fresh air, exercise

Monadnock Ledger Transcript: Hike Safely in the Age of COVID-19

New Hampshire Business Review: Be Safe. Be Well. Be Local.

The Hippo: Enjoy Nature (Some Restrictions Apply) - Page 12

 

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