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November 2019
Forest Bathing/Shinrin-yoku
Through yoga poses, deep breathing, and quiet sensory observations, our revitalizing "Forest Bathing" sessions will help you slow down, catch your breath, and find solace in nature.
Learn more »“Bobcats Before Breakfast” Reading and Discussion Group
Join naturalist Susie Spikol for this special opportunity to read and discuss John Kulish’s classic 1969 book, "Bobcats Before Breakfast."
Learn more »December 2019
“Bobcats Before Breakfast” Reading and Discussion Group
Join naturalist Susie Spikol for this special opportunity to read and discuss John Kulish’s classic 1969 book, "Bobcats Before Breakfast."
Learn more »“Bobcats Before Breakfast” Reading and Discussion Group
Join naturalist Susie Spikol for this special opportunity to read and discuss John Kulish’s classic 1969 book, "Bobcats Before Breakfast."
Learn more »April 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: Forest Dynamics
Join Harris Center Director and forest ecologist Jeremy Wilson for an online course exploring the dramatic and complex changes our forests experience over time.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Forest Dynamics
Join Harris Center Director and forest ecologist Jeremy Wilson for an online course exploring the dramatic and complex changes our forests experience over time.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Forest Dynamics
Join Harris Center Director and forest ecologist Jeremy Wilson for an online course exploring the dramatic and complex changes our forests experience over time.
Learn more »May 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: Emerson and Thoreau
Join us to explore Emerson's classic essay “Nature” and Thoreau's essay “Walking." Short, sweet, and full of big ideas, these essays provide a lively introduction to two quintessentially American thinkers.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Emerson and Thoreau
Join us to explore Emerson's classic essay “Nature” and Thoreau's essay “Walking." Short, sweet, and full of big ideas, these essays provide a lively introduction to two quintessentially American thinkers.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Emerson and Thoreau
Join us to explore Emerson's classic essay “Nature” and Thoreau's essay “Walking." Short, sweet, and full of big ideas, these essays provide a lively introduction to two quintessentially American thinkers.
Learn more »June 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: Reptiles of New Hampshire
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalist John Benjamin for a three-week investigation into the fascinating world of snakes and turtles.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Reptiles of New Hampshire
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalist John Benjamin for a three-week investigation into the fascinating world of snakes and turtles.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Reptiles of New Hampshire
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalist John Benjamin for a three-week investigation into the fascinating world of snakes and turtles.
Learn more »August 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: Introduction to Nature Journaling
From sheer curiosity to exercises in mindfulness, there are many reasons to establish a nature journaling practice. Join science teacher and nature enthusiast Emily Bingham for this online introduction to nature journaling, which will help you to develop stronger habits of observation and reflection.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Introduction to Nature Journaling
From sheer curiosity to exercises in mindfulness, there are many reasons to establish a nature journaling practice. Join science teacher and nature enthusiast Emily Bingham for this online introduction to nature journaling, which will help you to develop stronger habits of observation and reflection.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Introduction to Nature Journaling
From sheer curiosity to exercises in mindfulness, there are many reasons to establish a nature journaling practice. Join science teacher and nature enthusiast Emily Bingham for this online introduction to nature journaling, which will help you to develop stronger habits of observation and reflection.
Learn more »September 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: A Natural History of Autumn
Join us for this five-part series on the natural history of New England's most iconic season. Learn to find the signposts of autumn, and explore the science of seasonal change in birds, mammals, insects, trees, and fungi.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: A Natural History of Autumn
Join us for this five-part series on the natural history of New England's most iconic season. Learn to find the signposts of autumn, and explore the science of seasonal change in birds, mammals, insects, trees, and fungi.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: A Natural History of Autumn
Join us for this five-part series on the natural history of New England's most iconic season. Learn to find the signposts of autumn, and explore the science of seasonal change in birds, mammals, insects, trees, and fungi.
Learn more »October 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: A Natural History of Autumn
Join us for this five-part series on the natural history of New England's most iconic season. Learn to find the signposts of autumn, and explore the science of seasonal change in birds, mammals, insects, trees, and fungi.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: A Natural History of Autumn
Join us for this five-part series on the natural history of New England's most iconic season. Learn to find the signposts of autumn, and explore the science of seasonal change in birds, mammals, insects, trees, and fungi.
Learn more »November 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: Carnivore Cousins
Join wildlife biologist Steve Gehman for this four-part online series on carnivores. Each session will be devoted to one of four mammal families, with discussions on bears, coyotes, wolves, bobcats, mountain lions, wolverines, and more.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Carnivore Cousins
Join wildlife biologist Steve Gehman for this four-part online series on carnivores. Each session will be devoted to one of four mammal families, with discussions on bears, coyotes, wolves, bobcats, mountain lions, wolverines, and more.
Learn more »December 2020
Environmental Studies Institute: Carnivore Cousins
Join wildlife biologist Steve Gehman for this four-part online series on carnivores. Each session will be devoted to one of four mammal families, with discussions on bears, coyotes, wolves, bobcats, mountain lions, wolverines, and more.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Wild Poems I Have Known
Join local poet and naturalist Henry Walters to read and discuss poetry that takes its cue from the flora and fauna of New Hampshire and beyond.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Carnivore Cousins
Join wildlife biologist Steve Gehman for this four-part online series on carnivores. Each session will be devoted to one of four mammal families, with discussions on bears, coyotes, wolves, bobcats, mountain lions, wolverines, and more.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Wild Poems I Have Known
Join local poet and naturalist Henry Walters to read and discuss poetry that takes its cue from the flora and fauna of New Hampshire and beyond.
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Wild Poems I Have Known
Join local poet and naturalist Henry Walters to read and discuss poetry that takes its cue from the flora and fauna of New Hampshire and beyond.
Learn more »January 2021
Environmental Studies Institute: “What A Wonderful World” Song Club with Jazimina MacNeil
Join mezzo-soprano Jazimina MacNeil to explore a treasure trove of songs written by great artists who drew inspiration from the natural world -- from Schubert to Amy Beach to Stevie Wonder. Like a book club, but with songs!
Learn more »Environmental Studies Institute: Mary Oliver and the Poetry of Nature
The 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.
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