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A volunteer at the summit of Mt Major with a black lab.

Union Leader: For Earth Day, volunteers removed trash from a treasured peak

April 26, 2023

With sweeping views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the White Mountains, including Mount Washington and trails for most skill and energy levels, Mt. Major is one of the most sought-after outdoor attractions in southern New Hampshire, according to the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, which owns the 200-acre reservation.

Scott Casper and his family pose by a Forest Society sign at Dana Forest during the 2020 5 Hikes Challenge.

5 Hikes Challenge Begins August 31

Kelly Whalen | August 24, 2022

This year's challenge has trails for hikers and walkers of all abilities.

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A group huddles around a muddy hole.

That's a Wrap on Monadnock Trails Week

Anna Berry | July 28, 2022

Trail improvements were made at Mt. Monadnock and Gap Mountain despite intense heat and humidity.

Group of people in personal protective equipment holding chainsaws seated in the forest

Women in the Woods Survey

Wendy Weisiger | July 18, 2022

Are you a woman who owns or manages forest land in New Hampshire?

A group of volunteers poses together at Monadnock State Park.

Giving back to NH’s most-climbed mountain

Dave Anderson | July 17, 2022

The Forest Society is working to welcome, expand and embrace residents and new visitors alike — those drawn to Monadnock and drawn together through the shared interest in protecting and improving hiking at Monadnock.

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Members of a trail crew pose during Monadnock Trails Week.

Something Wild: Trailwork on Mount Monadnock

Dave Anderson, Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt | July 15, 2022
A photo of Monadnock with the words "16th annual Monadnock Trails Week: July 22-26, 2022"

Join the Forest Society and NH State Parks for the 16th Annual Monadnock Trails Week

June 30, 2022

To help keep Mt. Monadnock safe and welcoming for hikers, the Forest Society and N.H. State Parks will be hosting the 16th Annual Monadnock Trails Week, July 22-July 26, 2022.

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Students pose with shovels after planting trees

With hope for the future

Dave Anderson | April 18, 2022

With just one last remaining mature Mulberry tree clinging precariously to the steep north bank of the Merrimack River in Concord, Forest Society staff have long-wished to plant replacements at the Merrimack River Outdoor Education & Conservation Area.