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Sy and Matt with Fire Chief.

Something Wild Summer Series: A glimpse into the heart, soul, and science of animals with Sy Montgomery

July 31, 2024

Sy Montgomery's gift is getting into the heart and soul of an animal, and her extraordinary worldview is what makes spending time with her, and the animals she loves, so special. We hope this 3-part summer series of Something Wild gives you a glimpse into Sy’s world.

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Wildlife
Executive Councilors and Governor Sununu stand on the grounds of The Rocks.

Forest Society Hosts Governor and Executive Council at The Rocks

Matt Leahy | July 30, 2024

The Forest Society was honored to host State government leaders at The Rocks.

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The Rocks
A green field on Tuckaway Farm.

Forest Advocate: Forest Society joins national coalition in support of the Farm Bill reauthorization

Matt Leahy | July 30, 2024

The Farm Bill is one of the largest and most complex pieces of legislation the Congress considers. 

The path through the boulder fields under construction.

Forest Journal: Building Trails to Last in a Changing Climate

Anna Berry | July 29, 2024

With a rapidly changing climate, building sustainable trails and upgrading old ones is more important than ever.

Fire Chief the snapping turtle seems to be smiling up at the camera.

Something Wild: Sy & Fire Chief, the 42-lb. snapping turtle

Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt, Dave Anderson | July 26, 2024

“We want people to get excited about turtles” says Matt Patterson. “Turtles are so important and amazing…we talk about turtles that can climb trees, and turtles that can sprint 15 miles an hour.”

Bartlett forest in summer.

Forest Advocate: U.S. Forest Service’s Experimental Forests Update

Matt Leahy | July 25, 2024

Overall funding for Forest and Rangeland Research would be increased to $319 million in the Senate bill, which is a $19 million increase compared with FY24. 

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Advocacy
A photo of a duckling that says "Grab your camera and get started!"

Submit Your Photo to the NH Association of Conservation Commissions Contest

July 24, 2024

The program is about getting people outside to explore and appreciate the wonder of our natural world in their own backyards, on their town lands, and amongst the state’s great outdoor treasures.