Calendar of Events
Online Book Group: “Ecology of a Cracker Childhood”
Join naturalist and avid reader Susie Spikol for an online discussion of Janisse Ray’s award-winning memoir, "Ecology of a Cracker Childhood."
Online Book Group: “A Swampwalker’s Journal”
Join naturalist Susie Spikol for a discussion of "Swampwalker's Journal: A Wetland Year" by New Hampshire author, artist, and naturalist David Carroll.
“H is for Hawk” Reading & Discussion Group
Join poet, playwright, falconer, and naturalist Henry Walters to read and discuss the award-winning memoir by Helen Macdonald, "H is for Hawk."
Environmental Studies Institute: Mary Oliver and the Poetry of Nature
ZoomThe late, great poet Mary Oliver focused above all on the depth and mystery of the natural world. In this three-part seminar, we’ll explore a selection of her nature poems, drawing connections between them and our own experiences of wilderness.
Environmental Studies Institute: Seeing the Forest for the Trees
ZoomJoin Susie Spikol and Jeremy Wilson for an analytical look at forests and trees as social beings. A course for those of you who want to see the forest and the trees, and understand how they work together.
Environmental Studies Institute: Seeing the Forest for the Trees
ZoomJoin Susie Spikol and Jeremy Wilson for an analytical look at forests and trees as social beings. A course for those of you who want to see the forest and the trees, and understand how they work together.
“The Animal Adventurer’s Guide” and the Importance of Everyday Wild Animals
Join Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol as she discusses her non-fiction children’s book, "The Animal Adventurer’s Guide: How to Prowl for Owls, Make Snail Slime, and Catch a Frog Bare-Handed."
“Our Better Nature” Biodiversity Walk
Join conservation ecologist Steven Lamonde for a ramble around the Harris Center grounds in search of local biodiversity. Together, we'll see what species are making their home here, and what we can learn from them.
Book Launch: “Our Better Nature: Hopeful Excursions in Saving Biodiversity”
A collaboration among New England conservationists, "Our Better Nature" offers stories of creative citizens whose successes with protecting and restoring nature are examples we can apply anywhere.
Book Launch: “Covered Bridges of New Hampshire”
Join Hancock author Kim Varney Chandler for the launch of her book, "Covered Bridges of New Hampshire." There are over 60 authentic covered bridges in New Hampshire, 46 of which are more than a century old. Come hear some of their stories!
Environmental Studies Institute: “Beaverland” Book Group
ZoomJoin Harris Center naturalist and avid reader Susie Spikol to discuss Leila Philip’s new award-winning book, "Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America."
Environmental Studies Institute: “Beaverland” Book Group
ZoomJoin Harris Center naturalist and avid reader Susie Spikol to discuss Leila Philip’s new award-winning book, "Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America."
“Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America”
Join us for a conversation with award-winning author Leila Philip about her newest book, "Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America."
