Conservation Groups

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Trails for People and Wildlife
Supporting nature and recreation the New Hampshire way
Hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, and horseback riding are just some of the ways we get outside to enjoy nature and relax. However, even these s... Learn More
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Small Changes for Small Creatures
So often we feel that one person can’t make a difference, but Pollinator Pathways, a new initiative started by the Kingston Conservation Commission, i... Learn More
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Trails for People and Wildlife
Hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, and horseback riding are just some of the ways we get outside to enjoy nature and relax. However, even these s... Learn More
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Starting with a simple idea
The Chesterfield Conservation Commission had a vision 30 years ago, to establish a greenway from Mt Wantastiquet in Hinsdale to the Horatio Colony Pre... Learn More
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A Dinosaur in the Woods: How One Land Trust is Taking Action for Wildlife
This past fall, a brontosaurus made its way through the forests of Epping and Kingston, New Hampshire. But don’t be alarmed! While this beast ate whol... Learn More
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Southeast Land Trust Partners with Taking Action for Wildlife
Taking Action for Wildlife staff Amanda Stone and Emma Carcagno had the opportunity to assist a NH land trust to engage with local communities over th... Learn More
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Spotlight on Wildlife Action Plan Habitats: Defining Watersheds
New Hampshire's Wildlife Action Plan identifies 27 unique habitat types across the state. Many of these are easily recognized and definable, like gras... Learn More
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Vernal Pools: An Important Resource for Wildlife
Vernal pools are home to many wildlife species, including those that breed exclusively in this habitat type – fairy shrimp, wood frogs, and spotted sa... Learn More
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Bringing Back Brookies: Improving Stream Habitat for Brook Trout
As a child, I followed my Mom and Dad into the woods on all sorts of different adventures.  I often participated in hobbies that my Dad enjoyed as a w... Learn More
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Sand & Gravel Pits: Are we overlooking a solution to a critical habitat need?
Sand and gravel pits are numerous and widespread throughout New Hampshire, making up about 0.35% of New Hampshire’s landscape. Often overlooked and le... Learn More