Forest Society Blog - News & Features

As Halloween approaches, Forest Society staffer Kaity Stanton dives into the “safety of the woods” debate and discovers that some New Hampshire forests come with a ghost story or two. With insights from Haunted Hikes of New Hampshire author Marianne O’Connor, this piece explores eerie legends at places like Madame Sherri Forest and Monson Center — and reminds us that even the spookiest trails have deep roots in history and conservation.

We honored three special award winners: Conservationist of the Year Bob Wells, of Hopkinton; Trish Churchill Volunteer of the Year Hiel Lindquist, of Fitzwilliam; and, President's Award honoree Tom Masland, of Canterbury.

Participants of the NH Learning Journey aimed to foster foundational understanding of the deep history of our landscapes and strengthen our ability to respectfully engage with indigenous people in our conservation work. 

Visitors flocked to outdoor spaces across New Hampshire, including Forest Society properties, on April 8.

In 1923, the Forest Society led a campaign to purchase 6,000 acres in Franconia Notch, including the Old Man of the Mountain, the Flume, the Basin, and two mountain lakes.

The Forest Society has long had a special connection to Mt. Sunapee.

The Forest Society presented its 121st Annual Report at the Annual Meeting on September 24.

It's wildfire season in New Hampshire and a good reminder to follow visitor use guidelines at Forest Society reservations.