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Red blossoms appear on tree tips against blue sky in spring.

Forest Advocate: Beyond the "Illusion of Preservation"

Matt Leahy | April 19, 2024

A new report discusses how New England can strengthen forest protections while sustainably meeting the region’s wood product needs. 

New Hampshire State House surrounded by trees and fall foliage in autumn

Forest Advocate: Updates on Management of the CT Lakes Headwaters Forest

Matt Leahy | April 18, 2024

As the holder of the conservation easement on the Connecticut Lakes property, the State has a duty to enforce the terms of the easement. 

N.H. hemlock logs being loaded at Green Crow Corporation in Andover.

Forest Advocate: Sourcing Eastern Hemlock CLT for Northeastern Mass Timber Building Construction

Matt Leahy | April 18, 2024

A new report aims to increase recognition of mass timber construction and increase its use in this region.

The sky looks like sunset as the eclipse in totality is seen overhead.

Eclipse Puts Spotlight on New Hampshire

Anna Berry | April 15, 2024

Visitors flocked to outdoor spaces across New Hampshire, including Forest Society properties, on April 8.

A large group of land stewards gather at the kiosk for a photo.

Welcome to the Newly Trained Volunteer Land Steward Class of 2024 

Laurel Swope-Brush | April 15, 2024

Forty new land steward volunteers completed their training at a field day on April 14.

A time lapse of the eclipse as seen from Pine Mountain Alton.

Something Wild: How might animals react during the total solar eclipse? (with update from post-eclipse!)

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | April 9, 2024

Since it’s so rare, we don’t know what to expect from birds or other wildlife, but we can set aside the idea that animals make a plan or have some innate knowledge for how to respond when the moon suddenly blocks out the sun.

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How to Have a Safe and Savvy Solar Eclipse

Sophie Oehler | April 5, 2024

Traveling North for Monday's eclipse? Here are some tips for making the most of the experience, and respecting the communities you visit along the way. 

A group of people stand near the ocean and gather around a dog

Turn Earth Day into Earth Month with the Forest Society!

Anna Berry | April 2, 2024

There are many ways to care for the environment and support local conservation efforts this month!