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Saltmarsh habitat
Caring for Our Marshes
A New Guide for Coastal Stewardship
To help people better understand and care for important coastal environments, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) Coastal P... Learn More
Spotted turtle
Partnership to Protect Turtles in Southwestern NH
The Cheshire County Turtle Conservation Initiative is a new program focused on building awareness of declining turtle species in the region, collectin... Learn More
children kayaking on a pond surrounded by forest
New Hampshire Environmental Literacy Plan is Ready for Implementation
New Hampshire has taken an important step forward in strengthening environmental education with the updated 2026 New Hampshire Environmental Literacy ... Learn More
Pollinator garden featuring a diversity of flowering plants and shrubs to benefit wildlife
Gardening for Wildlife
How Our Spaces can become Important Habitat
Across New England, a quiet transformation is taking place in backyards, schoolyards, and community spaces. Where tightly mowed lawns and ornamental s... Learn More
Members of the Warner cohort group table at a farmer's market
2026 Community Technical Assistance
Now Accepting Rolling Applications
The Taking Action for Wildlife team offers direct technical assistance to communities interested in incorporating wildlife and habitat information int... Learn More
Vernal pool in fall
Bigger is Better
Potential Buffer Distances for Vernal Pools in New Hampshire
Despite their modest appearance, vernal pools are critically important ecological resources. Many communities are asking questions about how much upla... Learn More
SWAP Cover
2025 NH State Wildlife Action Plan Now Available
New Hampshire has released a comprehensive update to its State Wildlife Action Plan, establishing conservation priorities for wildlife and habitats ac... Learn More
A young visitor learns about the importance of bog habitats and the history of land-use at New London’s Philbrick-Cricenti Bog
Engage Visitors on Your Conservation Lands
Quick Tips for Interpretive Signs
Town-owned conservation lands with well-established trail systems can be a great place to install interpretive signs - including some that highlight w... Learn More
Two young children at the top of a mountain after a hike looking out at the view.
Taking A Wildlife View to Trails
Rye Conservation Commission’s quest to understand trail impacts on wildlife and habitats
The Rye Conservation Commission enlisted the help of professionals to find a balance between natural resources conservation and recreation on their to... Learn More
Members of the Moultonborough Conservation Commission visit Moultonborough Falls Conservation Area with the Taking Action for Wildlife team.
2025 TAFW Community Assistance Program Update
This summer and early fall the Taking Action for Wildlife Team has been working with 4 communities through our Community Technical Assistance Program.... Learn More