Land Conservation

The Forest Society is New Hampshire's largest and oldest land trust. Visit this page to explore stories related to land conservation in New Hampshire.

The Merrimack: In the News

Two boys sit with their feet in the water of the Merrimack River near a forested shore.

 

FAQ

What is a CSO (Combined Sewer Overflow)?

Find out in this video from the Merrimack River Watershed Trust.

A river at sunset winds past a former mill building in Lowell.

Film explores Merrimack River history, conservation efforts

July 6, 2020

By Heather Alterisio

A new documentary premiering at the end of July, "Merrimack: The River at Risk," explores the rich history of the Merrimack River and its watershed, the threats against it, and efforts to fight pollutants in it by conserving the forests around it.

Clean Water
Land Conservation
Merrimack Valley
A preschool boy bear crawls through a dark cave.

Forest Journal: Finding Lost River Gorge & Other Outdoor Attractions Open is Good News for Families This Summer

Anna Berry
June 23, 2020

Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves, part of the Forest Society's Lost River Reservation, opened for the summer on June 13.

Recreation
Land Conservation
A panorama of Lake Winnipesaukee in the summer as seen from the top of Mount Major.

U.S. Senate Approves Milestone LWCF Legislation

Matt Leahy
June 18, 2020

In an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote, the U.S. Senate recently approved the Great American Outdoors Act.

Advocacy
Recreation
Land Conservation
A black and white view of the forested White Mountains overlooking Echo Lake.

96 Years of Protecting Franconia Notch

mfinnegan
June 1, 2020

This week marks the 96th anniversary of the protection of Franconia Notch. We are the future generations that have benefited from the vision and action of our forebears.

Membership
Land Conservation

Find a Local Hike!

You can recreate responsibly by using the links below to help find places near you to hike and recreate safely. Try both statewide agencies and land trusts as well as regional land trusts, and don't forget your own town. Most municipalities have some open lands or a town forest with hiking trails... check with your town's conservation commission or recreation department. 

Be Safe. Be Well. Be Local.

April 9, 2020

Nature is our ally during this difficult time. It has the power to soothe, uplift and restore. We are pleased to see people across the Granite State experiencing the restorative powers of a simple walk in the woods, and are equally pleased that most are heeding the message to enjoy those benefits locally and only when a place is not crowded.

Recreation
Land Conservation

Take Healthy Steps Toward Forest Recreation

acrowley
May 29, 2020

We encourage you to #hikelocal, #walklocal and stay safe and healthy in the outdoors. Here are a few guidelines to share.

Recreation
Land Conservation

NH Conservation Groups Urge Hikers to “Walk Local”

Jack Savage
March 27, 2020

Forest Society, NH Audubon, NH TNC and AMC all caution would-be hikers to seek out local conservation lands rather than the most popular spots in order to maintain distancing protocols.

Recreation
Land Conservation