
Winter Wonder
There's no better time to explore nearby nature with the Harris Center.
Attend a program Find a trailThe 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 25,000 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
February 11 (Sat) Environmental Studies Institute: CyberTracker Track & Sign Evaluations » February 11 (Sat) Winter Wander at the Friedsam Town Forest » February 12 (Sun) Environmental Studies Institute: CyberTracker Track & Sign Evaluations » February 14 (Tue) Homeschool Program: At Home in Nature » February 15 (Wed) Environmental Studies Institute: Drawing from Nature – Artifacts and Observation with Artist Annie Trowbridge » All Events
Latest News

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Harris Center is committed to ensuring that our trails, conserved lands, educational programs, and conservation research projects are welcoming spaces for all.

Field Report from the 2022 Saw-whet Owl Banding Project
In the fall of 2022, the Harris Center conducted a pilot season of saw-whet owl banding on SuperSanctuary lands, as part of an international research effort to better understand this charismatic species.

249 Acres Protected in Antrim & Peterborough
In December, generous landowners donated conservation easements on 103 forested acres in Antrim, and on 146 acres of farmland in Peterborough.