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Mink Brook Log Crossing Update

August 1, 2022

Mink Brook Log Crossing status as of August 1st, 2022

You may recall that we were planning for its replacement well before advancing rot forced us to close it last summer, starting with research into what kind of structure would conform to the restrictions in our deed. The above-mentioned erosion meant we needed longer, stronger logs than the trees growing there could provide, so we can’t just replace the log. Our terrific team of Thayer engineering students developed a well-considered plan for a new crossing in the same place, and we’ve been working since March to secure approvals from key stakeholders.

To that end, our volunteers are wandering around the Preserve interviewing visitors (again) to learn more about how and where they enjoy the land, so we can share that information with those decision-makers. We hope to have good news soon!

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Hike at Mink Brook Nature Preserve

July 11, 2022

Join Hanover Conservancy for a guided hike in our Mink Brook Nature Preserve. We’ll share the story behind its protection and the change in land use that allowed the wild brook trout to return to the Mink Brook watershed.

Meet: Parking area at the end of Brook Rd (11 Brook Rd), Hanover, NH

Leader: Myrilla Hartkopf

Level: Easy
This hike is about 1.2 miles and will take about 1 1/2 hours.

Please register in advance for this walk by contacting Jared Jenisch at jared.jenisch@thehowe.org.

Co-Sponsored with The Howe Library

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Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk

March 11, 2022

May 8, 2022 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Be a community scientist and seek ephemeral spring wildflowers to update the plant inventory at this protected area so close to town.
 
Leaders: Botanist Alice Schori & biologist Gail McPeek.
 
Level: Easy.
 
Meet: Trailhead parking area for Mink Brook Nature Preserve (11 Brook Rd. Hanover, NH 03755)

 

Register for the event here!

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Spring Birding Trip at Mink Brook Nature Preserve

March 11, 2022

May 7, 2022 @ 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM

A sure sign of spring is the arrival of birds migrating up the Connecticut River to their breeding grounds in Hanover’s fields and forests. Bring binoculars.

Level: Beginners welcome.

Leaders: Hanover Conservancy volunteers.

Meet: Parking are for Mink Brook Nature Preserve (11 Brook Road, Hanover, NH 03755)

Advanced registration for Bird Trips is requested: Register Here!

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Winter hike at Mink Brook Community Forest

December 22, 2021

Venture out to check for wildlife signs in the many habitat types protected by this new town land. We’ll visit both sides- north side is challenging; the south side is mild and flat. Snowshoes or micro-spikes, depending on conditions; gear available to borrow at site.

Meet: Trailhead off Greensboro Rd. which is located between the homes at 108 and 110 Greensboro Road, on the north side of the road. There is a trailhead parking sign along Greensboro Rd

Level: Easy to moderate

Leaders: Jim Kennedy, Adair Mulligan

Registration for this hike is encouraged: register here!

All Events are free and open to the public. No dogs, please!

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Anniversary Hike: Mink Brook Nature Preserve & Tanzi Tract

September 1, 2021

Join us for a guided fall hike of our Mink Brook Nature preserve and the Town of Hanover Tanzi Tract. We’ll share the story behind their protection, their ecological importance and relevance to the climate crisis.

Meet: Gate at Brook Rd entrance. 11 Brooks Rd, Hanover, NH

Leader: Myrilla Hartkopf

Level: Easy

Registration for this hike is encouraged: register here!

All are welcome and we kindly ask that you please leave your pets at home, thank you!

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Our generous members and Corporate Conservators help make all of this possible. If you’re a customer of  our local business supporters, please let them know their contributions are appreciated!

71 Lyme Road
Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 643-3433

info@hanoverconservancy.org

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