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2022 Legislative Session Outlook

Matt Leahy | December 9, 2020

Although the New Hampshire Legislature convenes for its 168th Session on January 5, 2022, its work actually begins in November and December of 2020.

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Advocacy,
Climate
Frozen winter stream with wet trees with sun behind

Forest and Climate Change Webinar

Matt Leahy | December 1, 2020

Forest Society staff recently attended (virtually, of course) a webinar sponsored by Froling Energy on the connection between forests, biomass and climate change.

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Advocacy

Stand Up For Forests

Matt Leahy | October 23, 2020

The Forest Society is part of the Northeast Forest Network (NFN), a coalition of organizations from across New England and New York who share a common mission of forest conservation, combating climate change, protecting clean air and water, and enhancing wildlife habitats.

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Advocacy
Fall Foliage at Moose Mountains

Forest Society Comments on NH Forest Action Plan

Matt Leahy | October 23, 2020

The Forest Society recently submitted comments to the NH Division of Forests and Lands regarding the proposed 2020 New Hampshire Forest Action Plan, a 10-year strategic plan for New Hampshire's forests.

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Advocacy
small pond surrounded by evergreens, blue sky with clouds reflected on still pond

Draft 2020 NH Forest Action Plan Available for Public Comment

Matt Leahy | September 24, 2020

The Forest Action Plan provides a comprehensive assessment of the condition of our state’s forests, their challenges and needs, and strategies for conserving these forested landscapes while enhancing the benefits we receive from them.

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Advocacy
Trees stand in a forest conservation easement.

Federal Legislation Aims to Keep Working Forests as Forests

Matt Leahy | September 24, 2020

If enacted, the Forest Incentives Program Act will be one important tool forest landowners can use to sustainably manage their lands.