Recreation

The Forest Society's mission includes conserving lands that provide recreational opportunities--and economic benefits through tourism--for New Hampshire residents and visitors. Visit this page to explore stories related to recreation on conserved lands.

Annual Meeting 2021

A view of the water from Creek Farm.
(Photo: Kate Wilcox)

Registration is now CLOSED.

 

A sign with a QR code suggests a $5 donation to support trail stewardship.

Mobile Giving Supports Stewardship at Popular Reservations

mfinnegan
July 21, 2021

No cash? No problem! Mobile giving comes to Forest Society reservations.

Recreation
Stewardship
Yellow caution tape on top of a photo of The Rocks illustrates the ongoing closure through September.

Changes Coming to The Rocks

Anna Berry
July 19, 2021

The Rocks' core property and trails will be closed to the public for construction through mid-September.

The Rocks
Recreation
Paddlers on the Merrimack River

Launch Into the Merrimack Paddle Challenge

Kelly Whalen
June 16, 2021

The do-it-yourself challenge runs from June 15 through September 30 along the Merrimack River and its tributaries.

Clean Water
Merrimack Valley
Recreation
Colorful T-shirts of hikers in shadow at summit of Sunset HIll, view of Lake Sunapee in background

Returning to the Source of the Brook

Dave Anderson
June 15, 2021

Forest Society Senior Education Director Dave Anderson recently guided 15 people on a hike to reach the source of Beech Brook.

Education
Recreation
Elyse Scott is pictured in her kayak.

Forest Society Welcomes Seasonal Staff

Anna Berry
June 10, 2021

Meet the interns and seasonal staff that you'll see at our reservations this summer and fall.

Stewardship
Forestry
Recreation
A father and son, both in lifejackets, kayak together on the Merrimack River.

Recreate Responsibly on the Water This Summer

Anna Berry
May 17, 2022

Whether you're taking part in our Merrimack Paddle Challenge along the mighty Merrimack River or just planning to kayak in a local pond, it's important to recreate responsibly and safely this summer.

Recreation
Clean Water

Merrimack Paddle Challenge

Father and son paddling a kayak on the Merrimack.

Merrimack Paddle Challenge logo

Lost River Gorge Opens for Season

Anna Berry
May 6, 2021

The family-friendly attraction in North Woodstock will be open throughout the summer and fall.

Volunteers
Recreation