Forest Society Blog - News & Features

Step into the forest and reignite your sense of wonder! We explore how fairy houses—crafted from twigs, acorns, moss, and a whole lot of imagination—can open a bridge between childhood magic and adult curiosity. Listeners are reminded that nature isn’t just to be understood—it’s to be felt, imagined, and cherished.

Join us September 27 at Colby-Sawyer College for a day of field trips, lunch, recognitions, and an inspiring program on how Forest Society internships shape careers. Reserve your spot today!

Lost River Gorge in the White Mountains has long captivated visitors with its dramatic boulder caves and cascading waters. This Forest Journal column reflects on the area's enduring beauty—from its glacial origins to its preservation today by the Forest Society—and invites readers to rediscover the wonder of this timeless natural landmark.

Learn more about the dedication and celebration event held on Sunday July 13, 2025 at 335-acre Dottie Bean Forest in Farmington, New Hampshire. 

We celebrate the American beech — a majestic, smooth‑barked tree that makes up nearly 40% of northern hardwood forests and supports wildlife with its nuts and canopy. However, this iconic species is now facing serious threat from Beech Leaf Disease, which could leave up to 40% of forests in central New Hampshire standing dead if not addressed.

Dave Anderson shares a recap of the Harris Center's guided hike at the McCabe Forest in Antrim, where natural and historical wonders abound. 

Wintering in NH helps bluebirds set up for early arrival of spring.  More bluebirds seem to be overwintering in New Hampshire for various reasons explained here.

This year’s Cottrell-Baldwin Lecture Series will focus on forests young and old, fading winters, forest carbon and a range of durable local wood products in a time of increasing public concern for both forests and climate.