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
January 20 (Tue) Homeschool Program: Wild at Home » January 21 (Wed) Environmental Studies Institute: Winter Tracking & Sign » January 22 (Thu) Birding for All: Winter Feeder Watch » January 23 (Fri) Animal Track Detectives » January 24 (Sat) LGBTQIA+ Community Hike to Pioneer Lake and Stoddard Rocks » All Events
Latest News
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.
Celebrating 55 Years of the Harris Center
At the Harris Center’s 2025 Annual Meeting, community members gathered to celebrate a year of conservation milestones, honor outstanding educators and volunteers, and hear inspiring reflections from artist Rosemary Conroy.
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