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Caring for Our Lands, Caring for Each Other

April 10, 2020

Although our spring trips are postponed due to the coronavirus epidemic, you can head out on the trails with your own self-guided adventure: our Hanover Hikes of the Month! Trail maps and detailed history on all our properties are available on our website, at trailheads and in the printed guides at kiosks.

People everywhere are taking advantage of opportunities to get outside, and we continue to be grateful for our founders’ foresight in protecting natural areas for all future generations to enjoy. Please stay off muddy trails to prevent erosion, keep your dog on a 6′ leash or shorter to maintain a safe distance from other hikers and dogs, and pack out all trash. Ticks are ACTIVE, so don’t forget a tick check at home!

Filed Under: Events, Hike of the Month, Trails

Norman Overlook at Mink Brook

September 25, 2019

In 1999, Bob led the Council’s effort to protect the 112-acre Mink Brook Nature Preserve, then slated to become a 32-lot subdivision. In 2019, the 20th anniversary of that daunting and ultimately successful project, the Conservancy dedicated the Norman Overlook to Bob and his vision for our community.

The Bob Norman Overlook
The Bob Norman Overlook
Celebrating the Norman Overlook’s dedication
Unveiling the “sentry stone”
Unveiling the “sentry stone”
Unveiling the “sentry stone”
The view from the Norman Overlook
Bob greets a guest
Former Dartmouth President Jim Wright
Signing a card for Bob
Jeanie McIntyre, President of UVLT
Preparing the site with JM Landscaping
Preparing the site with JM Landscaping
Preparing the site with JM Landscaping
HC Board members finish final prep on the Overlook site
Native dogwoods, serviceberry and other shrubs were planted to restore the floodplain.
Native dogwoods, serviceberry and other shrubs were planted to restore the floodplain.
Hugh Mellert works to place the dedication plaque on a granite boulder
The final step was planting native shrubs and preparing the site for the dedication ceremony

Filed Under: Events, History, Lands, Mink Brook, Outdoor Trips, Trails, Volunteers Tagged With: accessible, benches, Bob Norman, founder, history, Mink Brook, Norman Overlook, seating, trails, volunteers

Work continues at Pine Park

April 16, 2019

0669c171016Pine Park is Hanover’s first natural area permanently preserved as a park and today functions as the town’s “central park” for the enjoyment of walkers, joggers, skiers and many others. The park is owned by the Pine Park Association, a voluntary nonprofit that dates back to 1900, when a group of 17 local residents sought to prevent the Diamond Match Company from harvesting trees along the riverbank just north of the Ledyard Bridge.

Stay up to date and learn more about this beloved area at PinePark.org.

Filed Under: Forest Ecology, Partnerships, Pine Park, Stewardship, Trails, Volunteers Tagged With: partnerships, Pine Park, stewardship, volunteers

CHaD HERO Hike this Sunday

October 9, 2018

Hikers and hunters, please note that the woods will be busier than normal this Sunday, October 14th.

Hike sign

Both the 5- and 7-mile hiking routes for the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth (CHaD) HERO event wind their way through the Mink Brook Nature Preserve. Volunteers will be directing HERO hikers at major junctions from approximately 10-2.

 

Filed Under: Events, Mink Brook, Outdoor Trips, Partnerships, Trails, Volunteers Tagged With: CHaD HERO, events, HERO, hike, Mink Brook, volunteer

Weekend hike inspiration

October 5, 2018

Looking for something to do on this beautiful long weekend? Check out one of our Hikes of the Month, which include detailed directions and history on each location.

leaves

When you’re out there, take a moment to appreciate the incredible array of natural resources in the Upper Valley! These pristine streams and rich soils were cared for by indigenous peoples, enabled farming and forestry to thrive, and now support recreation, tourism and much, much more.

Send us your foliage photos from around the UV and help inspire others to get outdoors & explore!

Filed Under: Hike of the Month, Lands, Trails Tagged With: Hike of the Month, hikes, trails

Watch for blowdowns

November 1, 2017

The windstorm of Oct. 29-30 visited our trails and it will take time to clear all the paths. Our volunteers made much progress at Balch Hill on 10/31 and at Lower Slade Brook on 11/4. Please get in touch to report other obstructions. New volunteers always welcome!

Filed Under: Balch Hill, Slade Brook, Trails

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Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 643-3433

info@hanoverconservancy.org

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