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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

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

Tunis Brook Wildlife in Winter – Saturday Feb. 16

February 6, 2013

Come explore a far corner of Hanover as we go tracking wildlife with naturalist Alcott Smith. Going into the woods with Alcott is always high adventure! Saturday from 9am to noon. Snowshoes available. Please, no pets. DETAILS

Filed Under: Outdoor Trips, Trails, Wildlife Tagged With: Moose Mountain, trails

Trails Softening ~ Bears Out Soon!

March 12, 2012

This week’s unusually warm temperatures mean muddy trails. It’s best to stay off the trails until they dry out and harden up. An exception is the Quinn Trail at Mink Brook Nature Preserve.

Time to bring in your bird feeders! State biologists expect the bears weren’t fooled by this mild winter any more than we were, and ask that you bring in your bird feeders now, and don’t wait until April 1.

 

Filed Under: Balch Hill, Greensboro Ridge, Mink Brook, Outdoor Trips, Rinker-Steele, Slade Brook, Trails, Wildlife Tagged With: hiking, spring, trails

Icy trail conditions

January 3, 2012

Rain in January is never a great thing for trails. Please watch your step and hope for some proper snow. We’ve provided shovels at our crossings at Mink Brook, but they can’t help with ice. Happy New Year to all.

Filed Under: Balch Hill, Greensboro Ridge, Mink Brook, Slade Brook Tagged With: safety, trails

Thank you for your support!

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!

Upcoming Events

  1. For the Love of Nature Trail Adventure

    February 14 - March 14
  2. Hike to Moose Mountain Ledges

    February 27 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  3. Explore the New Black Bear Loop

    March 6 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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

info@hanoverconservancy.org

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