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.

Despite the freezing temperatures, a hearty group of volunteers took part in the Forest Society's annual cleanup at Mount Major and left the trails pristine.

Give to Our Reservation Stewardship Fund

Thank you for visiting this Forest Society property. Your donation will help us to care for and maintain hundreds of trails throughout the state. We are grateful for your support!

During a time when the future has been unpredictable and accessibility to familiar people and places has been limited, there does seem to be one thing that many people have gained: a fresh connection to their local forests.

The Venture Out Project trips mean so much to the people in the LGBTQ+ community who are searching for a respite from the real world and a chance to bond with others like them in a whole new way.

Recreating responsibly means considering mud, masks, and more as you explore the outdoors in March and April.

Learn more about the 10 Essentials you should bring when you are heading outside in the winter. Looking for a place to recreate? Here's a list of Forest Society reservations that have plowed parking.

Graphics: Andy Crowley

Read and watch with the Forest Society to learn more about Black history this month — and all year long.

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

In 2013, the Forest Society launched the “Everybody Hikes Mount Major” campaign to protect the trails and land surrounding Mount Major Reservation in Alton.