An Eastern Bluebird perches on a branch. (photo © Dave Thomas)

It's Time for the Christmas Bird Count!

The Christmas Bird Count originated as a conservation-minded alternative to a 19th-century tradition known as the Christmas "Side Hunt." Now it's the longest-running citizen science project in the world.

Join the Fun

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 citizen 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 23,000 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 citizen 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 35,000-acre SuperSanctuary of conserved lands. Explore our trails, grounds, and facilities.