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.
Learn
Our educational programs, camps, and community science initiatives invite people of all ages to deepen their understanding of the local landscape.
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.
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.
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
September 19 (Sat) Annual Meeting with Science Director Brett Amy Thelen » September 20 (Sun) Mushroom Foray on the Jaquith Rail Trail » September 21 (Mon) Nature For All: An Accessible, Inclusive Nature Outing at Crotched Mountain » September 21 (Mon) Junior Creatives: Making with Nature » September 22 (Tue) ESI Course: Natural History of Autumn with Susie Spikol » All Events
Latest News
Help Us Conserve 1,000 Acres of Critical Habitat
What began as a 655-acre conservation project could grow into the protection of nearly 1,000 acres in the heart of the SuperSanctuary. Read about the latest developments and how close we are to reaching our goal.
NHPR & Harris Center Launch Wild at Home Podcast
Meet Wild at Home, a new podcast serving up wild discoveries and plenty of laughs for kids, families, and young-at-heart adventurers, hosted by Susie Spikol and Karen Rent.
New Hampshire’s First Known Breeding Black Vultures
A BioBlitz leads to an exciting discovery! Learn more about New Hampshire’s first known Black Vulture nest — and a new research collaboration with Hawk Mountain to study Black Vultures in New England.
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