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Johnson, N.H., named for infamous logger G.L. Johnson, was a company town with a general store (pictured), a school and several houses for employees.

Forest Journal: Lost River - White Mountains now and then

Dave Anderson | July 21, 2025

Lost River Gorge in the White Mountains has long captivated visitors with its dramatic boulder caves and cascading waters. This Forest Journal column reflects on the area's enduring beauty—from its glacial origins to its preservation today by the Forest Society—and invites readers to rediscover the wonder of this timeless natural landmark.

Bean Forest

Forest Society Celebrates its 200th Conserved Forest with the Bean Forest in Farmington

June 30, 2025

The Forest Society has announced its 200th conserved property: the 280-acre Bean Forest in Farmington, gifted by longtime member Dorothy “Dottie” Bean. In accordance with her wishes, the historic home and barns were sold to fund an endowment that will support stewardship of the land, which includes fields, forests, hiking trails, and mountain views. To mark this milestone—now totaling nearly 67,000 protected acres—the Forest Society will host a public celebration and walk at Bean Forest on Sunday, July 13.

An Eastern Cottonwood catkin.

Something Wild: Big-toothed and trembling, some respect for poplars 

Chris Martin, Jessica Hunt, Dave Anderson | April 21, 2025

Have you ever walked or paddled along a riverbank, and noticed a towering tree with deeply-furrowed gray bark and huge bright green leaves that flutter in the breeze like butterfly wings? If so, you’ve probably met the Eastern Cottonwood.

Earth Day Volunteers, 2023

Forest Journal: Earth Day's seeds were planted 55 years ago

April 21, 2025

The Forest Society's Sophie Oehler reflects on Earth Day's intention and legacy. 

Campton Bog as seen from above.

Forest Society Celebrates LCHIP Awards to Expand Morse Preserve and Protect Campton Bog

December 9, 2024

The Forest Society was awarded $250,000 to help purchase 375 acres in Alton that will expand the Evelyn H. and Albert D. Morse, Sr. Preserve. The Forest Society was also awarded $197,000 to conserve 454 acres encompassing much of Campton Bog in Campton and Rumney. 

Forest Society Guide to Winter Hiking & Recreation

Anna Berry | November 1, 2024

A guide to plowed Forest Society reservations so you can recreate responsibly this winter.

A bird's-eye view from above of Cascade Hill Forest in summer.

Forest Notes: New Hampshire Wetlands: Key to Climate Resilience, Threatened by Human Activity

Dennis McFadden | October 24, 2024

Celebrating the subtle beauty and ecological signficance of New Hampshire's wetlands.

Jack speaking to the crowd.

Forest Society Marks 123rd Year at Annual Meeting

Anna Berry | October 1, 2024

We honored three special award winners: Conservationist of the Year Bob Wells, of Hopkinton; Trish Churchill Volunteer of the Year Hiel Lindquist, of Fitzwilliam; and, President's Award honoree Tom Masland, of Canterbury.