As Halloween approaches, Forest Society staffer Kaity Stanton dives into the “safety of the woods” debate and discovers that some New Hampshire forests come with a ghost story or two. With insights from Haunted Hikes of New Hampshire author Marianne O’Connor, this piece explores eerie legends at places like Madame Sherri Forest and Monson Center — and reminds us that even the spookiest trails have deep roots in history and conservation.

The Forest Society recently welcomed neighbors from Building Community in NH for a BYO lunch and a walk on the Merrimack River Floodplain trail. Guests from Ukraine, Afghanistan, Congo, Haiti, and Myanmar enjoyed fall colors, crafts, and a chance to connect with nature and the community.

A record night for the Black Mountain Banding Station! Fifteen Northern Saw-whet Owls were banded and released during a recent field trip, offering participants a rare look at this small, fierce nocturnal predator and the research that helps uncover its migration mysteries.