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a group of hikers stands together in a snowy forest

A Winter Wonderland Walk through McCabe with the Harris Center

Dave Anderson | January 22, 2025

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

Forest Society Guide to Winter Hiking & Recreation

Anna Berry | November 1, 2024

A guide to plowed Forest Society reservations so you can recreate responsibly this winter.

sky reflected in still water with peak fall foliage in background

A Slow Turning

Dave Anderson | October 22, 2024

A look at why it's been a good foliage season in NH.

A view of Great Bay from the boardwalk.

Something Wild: Exploring the Great Bay Discovery Center boardwalk

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | October 21, 2024

Great Bay is one of the largest estuaries on the Atlantic Coast, covering 6,000 acres. An estuary is a tidal inlet where fresh water from rivers mingles with salt water from the sea.

A boardwalk at the Manchester Cedar Swamp.

Something Wild: Exploring the Manchester Cedar Swamp All Persons Trail

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | October 9, 2024

At 640 acres, the Manchester Cedar Swamp Preserve is the largest protected block of conservation land in the city of Manchester. It contains some special forest communities that Something Wild will visit as we discuss inclusive trail design.

Chris, Jessica, and Dave pose by Mill Brook.

Something Wild: Celebrating N.H.’s All Person Trails

September 19, 2024

Each episode will delve into the unique features of these trails, highlighting adaptive infrastructure, innovative designs, and the essential role of community support in creating these welcoming spaces.

The new section of trail at Mt Major.

Mt. Major Sustainability Upgrade Wraps Up

Anna Berry | August 27, 2024

Join us for an official ribbon cutting and guided hike on September 12 to celebrate the completion of the three-month construction project, part of our years-long effort to make hiking at the beloved mountain safer, more environmentally friendly, and more welcoming.

Two people wearing hard hats, holding hand tools moving a large rock with information about 18th Annual Monadnock Trails Week, Sept 5-9, 2024.

Join the Forest Society & NH State Parks for the 18th Annual Monadnock Trails Week, September 5-9

August 20, 2024

Everyone can help with trail improvements and clean-up to support hiking at this special place!