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The Harris Center connects people to the natural world through land protection, education of all ages, conservation research, and programs that encourage active participation in the great outdoors.

A middle school student uses a refractometer (photo © Brett Amy Thelen)

Learn

Our educational programs, camps, and community science initiatives invite people of all ages to deepen their understanding of the local landscape.

 Canoeing on Silver Lake. (photo © Brett Thelen)

Protect

We've protected more than 26,000 acres of land in the Monadnock Region, for people and wildlife alike. Learn more about our land conservation efforts and how you can help.
hands holding a spotted salamander (photo © Sarah Wilson)

Research

We welcome conservation research on much of the land and water we’ve helped protect, and encourage participation in our popular community science initiatives.

 Fall foliage view from East Pinnacle, Nelson, NH (photo © Brett Thelen)

Explore

Our headquarters in Hancock, NH are located in the heart of a 36,000-acre SuperSanctuary of conserved lands. Explore our trails, grounds, and facilities.

Upcoming Programs & Events

December 16 (Tue) Nature on Tap: Trivia Night » December 17 (Wed) Lunch & Learn: Vulture Conservation in Europe » December 18 (Thu) Easygoing Hike on the Cheshire Rail Trail » December 20 (Sat) 52nd Annual Peterborough-Hancock Christmas Bird Count » December 20 (Sat) Kestrels Young Birders Club: Christmas Bird Count » All Events
A Northern Cardinal in winter (photo © Danita Delimont)

Latest News

Open Lodge & Grounds Accessibility Project: Opening New Doors to Nature

A new project is underway to improve accessibility of the Harris Center grounds and create a new outdoor gathering space for events both large and small.

How Tina Ramsey Makes Learning Come Alive

Discover how Educator of the Year Tina Ramsey transforms Chesterfield School’s fields and forests into a dynamic outdoor classroom where curiosity and learning thrive.

Raptors Over Pack: A 2025 Season Review

The 2025 season at the Hawk Watch saw more than 8,500 migrating raptors, spectacular Broad-wing flights, and thousands of visitors taking in the show.