Forest Society Blog - News & Features

Dijit Taylor, Executive Director of LCHIP Standing next to Brian Hotz VP of Land Conservation holding a LCHIP sign between them

Dijit Taylor, LCHIP’s Executive Director, to Retire in December

Matt Leahy | November 23, 2021

The program's $35 million investment has helped permanently conserve 53,307 acres of land and preserve 177 historic buildings.

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Advocacy
A snowy owl pauses on the ground in winter.

Something Wild: Keep An Eye Out for Rough-Legged Hawks

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | November 23, 2021

Rough-legged hawks fly 2000 miles from Nunavik to New Hampshire to winter here- keep an eye out for them!

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Wildlife
A couple poses with their infant and their fresh-cut Christmas tree at The Rocks.

No Shortage: If You Want a Natural Christmas Tree, You Will Find One, Say Growers

November 23, 2021

There are plenty of locally-grown Christmas trees at local farms.

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The Rocks,
Working Forests

Morse Preserve Additions

November 19, 2021
Helping to measure Christmas trees at the Rocks in Bethlehem, New Hampshire

Volunteer at The Rocks

Carrie Deegan | November 17, 2021

Get a jumpstart into the holiday spirit by volunteering!

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The Rocks
Two hunters in blaze orange clothing in NH autumn woodland scene

It's Hunting Season

Dave Anderson | November 16, 2021

The presence of hunters can offend or even frighten some hikers unaccustomed to hunting activity.

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Recreation,
Wildlife
Rows of Christmas trees are covered in snow in wintertime.

A Holiday Tradition, Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree at The Rocks

November 15, 2021

The Rocks will be open daily starting Nov. 26 for cut-your-own Christmas trees, fresh-cut trees, and wreaths.

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The Rocks
A family poses during 5 Hikes Challenge.

Finishing a Successful 5 Hikes Challenge

Anna Berry | November 15, 2021

From Andrew Brook Forest to Weeks Woods, nearly 350 people took part in the Forest Society's 5 Hikes Challenge this year

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Recreation