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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

9th Annual Hanover Trails Challenge

July 11, 2022

Co-sponsored by the Hanover Conservancy and Hanover Parks & Rec, the Trails Challenge is a do-at-your-own-pace hiking event that runs all summer.

The Challenge is ideal for families looking for activities throughout summer vacation, and is just as fun for adults or couples who want to explore new areas. Anyone can register- you do not need to be a Hanover resident.

Registration is $6/person or $20/family of 4 or more. $2 from each registration will go towards trail maintenance in Hanover to support these special places.

This summer’s challenge offers 8 hikes, 7 in Hanover and 1 located just “beyond our borders” in Lebanon. After you register, you will receive a hiking guide* (available by June 11) with maps, directions, property descriptions, and hiking guidelines. Each hike has a special destination where you will find a wooden marker with an image for you to draw or identify in your hiking guide.

Complete 6 of 8 hikes by the end of September to be eligible for a raffle of prizes generously donated by the following local businesses: Gardener’s Supply, Hanover Adventure Tours, Umpleby’s Bakery & Cafe, Boloco, Sierra, Still North Books, Blue Sky Restaurant Group, Ramuntos, and The Nugget Theater.

9th Annual Hanover Trails Hike Challenge

June 29, 2022

Sign up now for the 9th Annual Hanover Trails Hike Challenge! This do-at-your-own-pace hiking challenge will introduce you to 8 trails around town that hikers of all ages will love.

Register through Hanover Parks & Rec to receive a colorful t-shirt and your booklet with maps & detailed directions to each destination.Register through HPR here for $6/Individual, $20 for family 4 or more, free/children under 4 https://hanovernh.myrec.com/…/program_details.aspx…Complete 6 of 8 hikes by the end of September and be entered in a raffle for great prizes donated by local businesses.

Sponsored by LindeMac Real Estate, BE Fit Physical Therapy , ReVision Energy, Lou’s Restaurant & Bakery, and New England Free Jacks–THANK YOU!

Summer is here…Get Outside & Explore!Maps created by Stonehouse Mtn Mapping; T-shirt design by Big Green T’s

New Trail Guide for Trescott Water Supply Lands!

June 9, 2022

Looking to explore the new trails at Trescott Water Supply Lands this summer? Check out their new trail guide & map to plan your next hike!

2022 Trescott Trail Guide

2022 Trescott Trail Map

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!

Spring Bird Trip at Balch Hill Natural Area

March 11, 2022

May 14, 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: Grasse Rd Trailhead- Balch Hill Natural Area

Advanced registration for Bird Trips is requested: Register Here!

Please No Dogs! Contact Myrilla Hartkopf at mhartkopf@hanoverconservancy.org with any questions!