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A green field at Champlin Forest in springtime.

Champlin Forest in Rochester Receives Local & State Support

December 14, 2021

An addition to Champlin Forest is within reach after a Land & Community Heritage Investment Program Grant, NH Department of Environmental Services Aquatic Resource Mitigation Grant, and Rochester Conservation Commission Support.

A view of land within the Mahoosic Highlands Initiative.

Shelburne Valley Forest Receives $500,000 Land & Community Heritage Investment Program Grant

December 14, 2021

The Forest Society's Mahoosuc Highlands Initiative receives a big boost from NH LCHIP.

Snow covers the fields of Christmas trees growing at The Rocks in Bethlehem.

Giving Tuesday: Your Generosity Pays Dividends Today & For Future Generations

Jack Savage | November 30, 2021

Your generosity pays dividends today and for future generations.

Kayakers paddle on the Contoocook River.

Hundreds Explore Merrimack River Watershed Through the Merrimack Paddle Challenge

Anna Berry | October 26, 2021

Although the rivers were flowing high and fast this summer due to heavy rains, the paddlers reported a variety of wildlife sightings — from beavers to eagles — and thought-provoking experiences.

Sarah Thorne, wife of the late Tom Howe, accepted the award from President Jack Savage on stage at the annual meeting.

Tom Howe Named 2021 Conservationist of the Year

October 6, 2021

The family of the late Tom Howe accepted the award on September 25.

Dave Anderson paddles by a statue and looks up from the river.

Paddling to the Past

Anna Berry | September 1, 2021

Learn about the indigenous history of the Merrimack River and how advocates are trying to restore it today.