• Winter Hike at Balch Hill

    All ages will enjoy this easy hike to the summit of Balch Hill, a Hanover gem that was protected 50 years ago! We’ll look for animal tracks and enjoy the summit views while sipping hot cocoa. A great outing for the Passport to Winter Fun. Depending on snow depth, bring snowshoes. Meet: Grasse Road trailhead […]

  • Community Workparty: Apple Tree Pruning

    Balch Hill Natural Area Grasse Road, Hanover, NH, United States

    Celebrate the time change with us as we reclaim apple trees on the open summit of Balch Hill. Fingers crossed for a sun-drenched afternoon! Bring clippers or loppers if available. Meet: Summit of Balch Hill. Leader: Courtney Dragiff Level: Easy Great for all ages – youthful tree climbers needed!

  • Walking on the Wild Side of Hanover – For Nearly 60 Years!

    We're excited to partner with the Etna Library on the Conservancy's first Zoom talk, "Walking on the Wild Side of Hanover – For Nearly 60 Years!" Founded in 1961, the Hanover Conservation Council (now the Conservancy) has been working behind the scenes to protect the best bits and pieces of our town. Take a visual […]