Birders gather to watch the fall hawk migration from Pack Monadnock. (photo © Ben Conant)

See the Greatest Show Above Earth

The fall hawk migration is here. Join us to witness the spectacle.

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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 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.

Upcoming Programs & Events

October 20 (Tue) Veracruz River of Raptors: Monitoring the World’s Largest Concentration of Migrating Raptors » October 20 (Tue) Coyotes, Fishers, and Bears, Oh My! » October 22 (Thu) Babies in Backpacks & Toddlers in Tow » October 22 (Thu) “Ask a Naturalist” Virtual Happy Hour » October 23 (Fri) Go Wild for At-Home Learners: Mushroom Madness » All Events
Bees on thistle flowers. (photo © Francie Von Mertens)

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. 

Nature’s Calling You: Things to Do

The Harris Center is here to help you stay connected to the outdoors. Here are some ways you can find solace, comfort, and inspiration in the natural world.

Go Wild: Things Your Kids Can Do Outside

Outside time is critical for mental and physical health — especially for kids and families. Here are some ideas for activities your kids can do as a break from screen-based remote learning.