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David Roby of Lyme was honored for his decades of work protecting forests, wildlife habitat, and open space in New Hampshire and beyond. As a founder of Lyme Timber Company and Bear Hill Conservancy Trust, he has helped conserve hundreds of thousands of acres and inspired others in land stewardship.

The Something Wild team visited NH’s largest sycamore at Concord’s Kimball-Jenkins Estate. Over 300 years old and 100 feet tall, its massive trunk spans 18 feet around. Rare in NH, sycamores thrive along rivers and support diverse wildlife. This historic tree is a natural treasure in the heart of the city.

The new Rydstrom Family Forest in Bradford and Hillsborough secures critical wildlife habitat, wetlands, and forest corridors while linking more than 3,500 acres of nearby conserved lands. This conservation success, achieved with the support of local partners and the Rydstrom family, honors Lorin Rydstrom’s lifelong commitment to forests and stewardship

Join our Five Hikes Challenge, running from August 30 through October 31. Choose five hikes from more than 30 of our conserved forests across New Hampshire and discover new trails, quiet woodlands, and breathtaking views along the way. This year’s theme, “Hike with Heart,” is about connecting deeply with the land, caring for the places that sustain us, and sharing those experiences with others.

In summer 2025, the Underhill family donated a conservation easement on their 258-acre property in Bethlehem. Owned since 1946 and one of the oldest certified Tree Farms in the country, Underhill Acres will remain in family hands while permanently protecting its forests, wildlife habitat, and over a mile of stream and river frontage. The property will host the 2025 NH Tree Farm Field Day on September 13.

Join us September 27 at Colby-Sawyer College for a day of field trips, lunch, recognitions, and an inspiring program on how Forest Society internships shape careers. Reserve your spot today!