Whitman Brook (Documentary Film)
Join us for a special screening of this beautifully crafted film about a man’s connection with his land. A conversation follows with the protagonist team and the filmmaker, who was named NH Filmmaker of the Year at the NH Film Festival premiere in October. Co-sponsored by HHS Environmental Club. Meet: Hanover High School auditorium. Presenters: […]
On Tap: Maple Sugaring in New Hampshire
Join Tim Bent of Hanover and Rich Menge of Maple Leaf Farm for a discussion of maple sugaring in NH. We'll start with a screening of a 20-minute documentary about Tim's sugar house and then Tim and Rich will talk about the history of their sugaring operations and of sugaring in NH. They will bring […]
Moonlight Snowshoe/Spike Hike
Saturday, March 4, 5-8pm Prowl the Slade Brook watershed by moonlight, discovering trail loops and Vermont views. Bonfire and refreshments follow. Suitable for ages 7 & up. Bring a headlamp or flashlight. Snowshoes or micro-spikes are available to borrow at the site if needed. Meet: 11 Old Lyme Road. Level: Easy to moderate; initial uphill […]
Hayes Farm Park Winter Ramble
Sunday, March 12, 1-3pm Explore the many mini-habitats tucked behind the Etna Library: King Bird Sanctuary, hemlock forest, and frozen wetlands. We’ll look for wintering birds and try our hand at identifying trees and shrubs in this quiet season. Snowshoes or micro-spikes to borrow at the site if needed. Meet:Etna Library Level: Easy Leaders: Gail McPeek […]
Birds, Trees, and Insects: Weather, Climate, and Plant Phenology
Thursday, April 20, 6:30pm – Join us during Earth Week to consider a half century of research on birds, trees, insects, weather, climate, and phenology in the famous Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. Bring binoculars This program is co-sponsored with the Howe Library and Northern Woodlands magazine. No registration is required. Email Jared Jenisch at jared.jenisch@thehowe.org with questions. Meet: Outside […]