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Forever Evergreen Family Hike

Beech Hill Beech Hill Road, Dublin, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist Ben King to explore our local evergreens. Together, we’ll discover who loves to nibble their needles, crunch their cones, and rest in their branches.

Family Cross-Country Ski at Beech Hill

Beech Hill Beech Hill Road, Dublin, NH, United States

The best way to survive the cold winter months is to get outside and enjoy them – so load up your boots, skis, and poles, and meet Jeremy Wilson for a morning of cross-country skiing and beautiful views at Beech Hill!

Sunset and Full Moon Ramble for Families

Cranberry Meadow Pond Trail Cheney Avenue, Peterborough, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist Janet Altobello to enjoy the beautiful light of the Sun setting and Moon rising from the open, rolling fields of Peterborough’s Lower Cranberry Meadow Pond and Wheeler Trails.

Winter Wander at the Friedsam Town Forest

Friedsam Town Forest Twin Brook Road, Chesterfield, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalists Karen Rent and Jenna Spear to search for animal tracks and sign in the wintry woods, and to learn about the many adaptations New Hampshire animals have for surviving the cold. Perfect for families with elementary-aged children!

Babies in Backpacks and Toddlers in Tow in Hancock

Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol and parent educators from The River Center for a gentle ramble in search of winter’s wild things. A perfect hike for little legs – and a great chance to chat about parenting questions as we walk! 

Babies in Backpacks and Toddlers in Tow in Keene

Ashuelot River Park West Street, Keene, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist John Benjamin for a pint-sized adventure in the wilds of Keene. Come search for birds, look for animal tracks in the snow, and spend time with other families. A perfect ramble for little legs!

February Vacation Camp

Event Series February Vacation Camp
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United States

Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists for three active days in the great outdoors! Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder as we explore our favorite trails, giant boulders, and secret dens.

Wilderness Survival Skills for Middle Schoolers

Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist John Benjamin for a day of outdoor adventure and winter survival skills, including fire making, shelter building, food and water gathering, and basic winter first aid. Learn how to hike smart, and connect with your inner Yeti!

February Vacation Camp

Event Series February Vacation Camp
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United States

Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists for three active days in the great outdoors! Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder as we explore our favorite trails, giant boulders, and secret dens.

February Vacation Camp

Event Series February Vacation Camp
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United States

Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists for three active days in the great outdoors! Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder as we explore our favorite trails, giant boulders, and secret dens.

Sunset and Full Moon Ramble for Families

Cranberry Meadow Pond Trail Cheney Avenue, Peterborough, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist Janet Altobello to enjoy the light of the Sun setting and the Moon rising from the open, rolling fields of Peterborough’s Lower Cranberry Meadow Pond and Wheeler Trails.

Shattuck Winter Wander

Shattuck Golf Course 53 Dublin Road, Jaffrey, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalists Jaime Hutchinson and Karen Rent for an afternoon wander along the wild edges of The Shattuck Golf Course in search of winter birds, animal tracks, and more.

Owl Prowl at Beech Hill

Beech Hill Beech Hill Road, Dublin, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalists and owl lovers Phil Brown and Susie Spikol as we hoot it up in search of owls in the wild woods of Dublin. Adventure awaits on silent wings...

Spring Warm-Up Hike

Beech Hill Beech Hill Road, Dublin, NH, United States

Come along with Harris Center naturalists as we listen to streams swelling, find buds sprouting, and use our senses to search for the first signs of spring.

Babies in Backpacks and Toddlers in Tow in Hancock

Juggernaut Pond Hancock, NH, United States

Join Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol and parent educators from The Grapevine for a gentle ramble in search of early spring’s wild things. A perfect hike for little legs – and a great chance to chat about parenting questions as we walk!

Kids Count for Wildlife: Squirrel Survey

Hancock Elementary School Hancock, NH, United States

Calling all wildlife lovers ages 9 through 18! Try your hand at field research and develop your naturalist skills by joining Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol for an afternoon of squirrel searching as part of Project Squirrel.

Babies in Backpacks and Toddlers in Tow at Distant Hill Gardens

Distant Hill Gardens 507 March Hill Road, Walpole, NH, United States

Come search for birds, look for animal tracks, and spend time with other families interested in being outside. A perfect ramble for little legs!

Owl Prowl for Families

Jaffrey Jaffrey, New Hampshire

Hoot it up with Harris Center naturalists Jaime Hutchinson and Susie Spikol on a magical twilight search for New Hampshire's most common owl species! Perfect for families with elementary-aged children and up.

Wild with Worms

Jaffrey Public Library 38 Main St., Jaffrey, NH, United States

Worms are a sure sign of spring! Join Harris Center naturalist Jaime Hutchinson to get an up-close look at wiggling worms and learn about their importance in soil ecosystems.

Butterflies of New Hampshire

Zoom , United States

Have you ever wondered which butterflies are flitting through your garden? Join retired wildlife biologist and butterfly fan Mark Ellingwood for an introduction to these captivating and charismatic insects.

Search for Signs of Spring at Beech Hill

Beech Hill Beech Hill Road, Dublin, NH, United States

Join the Harris Center’s newest naturalist, Nikko Gagnon, for a morning of scavenger hunts and sensory games as we mosey up the trails around Beech Hill. Perfect for families with elementary-aged kids.