Join David Merker and Gail McPeek on the summit of Balch Hill this Saturday at 11 to see cruising hawks on their fall migration route.
BYO binoculars; great for kids!
We’re excited to be featured in the fall issue of Here in Hanover magazine! Pick up your copy around town or share the article with friends online.
Although hunting for various species occurs throughout the year, deer season is by far the most popular. In New Hampshire, the full season runs from September 15 – December 15 each year.
Remember to wear your blaze orange or hi-vis yellow and take precautions with dogs and kids: bells and bright colors are always a good choice!
Loaner safety vests and bandanas are available at many of our trailheads. Please return them after your hike!
View a 2018 map of areas where these permits can be used, and read more about the data behind Hanover’s multi-year application process from the Town’s Biodiversity Committee.
Come explore the lovely world of some of our local butterflies with Bill Shepard at the Etna Library on Monday, August 13th at 3:00.
Look at specimens and learn about moth & butterfly resources before heading outside to the Hayes Farm Park & Nan and Allen King Bird Sanctuary to try your hand at catching a few!
This fun & informative event is recommended for ages 8+, but all are welcome. Event includes a short, easy walk behind the library.
We’re sad to report that the family of black bears at the Mink Brook NP have been trapped and relocated after more than a year of concentrated efforts by town and state officials to educate our human residents. With another large bear family only a few miles away, our efforts to become better neighbors to these beautiful, typically shy animals will certainly continue! Read more here…
This Sunday, June 17th from 10:30-noon, join Lee Steppacher for this peaceful walking meditation at one of our less-visited properties, the Tunis Brook Mill Lot. Directions here.
Take a moment to pause in the midst of a busy summer weekend to enjoy an easy, mostly silent mindfulness in nature experience. The trail is a very gentle ~0.5 mi. each way, with time to sit individually by the shaded brook. First-timers and daily practitioners alike are welcome!
Bring whatever you need to sit comfortably for 20 minutes; bug spray, towels and a few camp chairs will be provided for your convenience. Long pants and sleeves are recommended to ward off insects. Sunday morning will be very warm, but we’ll be shaded and near water much of the time. Questions? Call Courtney at (904) 536-9682.
