Green fields and trees at Morrill Farm.

Support Farming for the Future: Help Protect Morrill Dairy Farm

The Forest Society is fortunate to be working again with the Morrill Family of Penacook to conserve the land base that supports their fourth-generation farm, located along the main stem of the Merrimack River just north of Sewall’s Falls and the Concord-Penacook border. Started by Rob Morrill’s grandfather in 1925, the Morrill Dairy Farm is approaching its centennial and has provided milk to the Hood plant on North Main Street in Concord for its entire history. We want to protect the land from subdivision and development while allowing for agricultural uses and recreation, including fishing, hunting, and paddling. To complete this project, we must raise a total of $263,000, including at least $100,000 in private donations.

A young boy hikes through a field of ferns with his father behind him.

Take the 5 Hikes Challenge!

The Forest Society's popular do-it-yourself hiking adventure is back for its fifth year this fall with the theme of “We all belong outdoors!” The 5 Hikes Challenge runs from August 31 through October 31 and includes more than 30 unique and scenic walking or hiking destinations on Forest Society conservation land throughout New Hampshire. Members participate for free.

Forest Society News & Updates

Volunteers pose with tools after clearing brush.

Making a Difference During Monadnock Trails Week

Laurel Swope-Brush | September 18, 2024

By the end of the event, 47 volunteers had contributed approximately 644 hours to trail improvements.

A bear looks at the wildlife camera during a search for apples.

“How you like them apples?”

Dave Anderson | September 18, 2024

This seasonal abundance of fallen fruit is short-lived yet remains the MOST reliable location to obtain images of wildlife we would rarely get to see otherwise.  

Hikers walk up new granite steps on the Main Trail.

Forest Society Celebrates Completion of Mt. Major Trail Improvements

September 16, 2024

The Forest Society teamed up with Town 4 Trails Services and OBP Trailworks to construct the sustainable trail, which took the place of about 1/3 mile of the existing Main/Blue Trail.