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SUMMARY:ESI Course: Intro to Spring Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:As spring unfolds\, join wildflower enthusiast and natural resource conservation specialist Wendy Ward for an in-depth introduction to the basics of spring ephemeral wildflowers. We’ll start with two lecture-style classes on the science and techniques for identification\, then venture out on two field trips to local wildflower hotspots. If you’re new to plant identification and looking to build your skills and experience the joy of botanizing\, this course is for you! \nThis Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) course will meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays\, April 23 & 30 and from 9 to 11 a.m. on May 7 & 14 at the Harris Center and local field sites.  \nCost: $70 for Harris Center supporters / $90 for all others. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For questions about registration\, contact Miles Stahmann. For all other information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol. \n \n\nWendy Ward (photo © Cheshire Conservation District) \nAbout Wendy Ward\nWendy Ward has spent her life immersed in the natural world\, both as a self-taught naturalist and as a conservation planner with USDA-NRCS for 30 years in Cheshire and Sullivan counties. A lifelong resident of Cheshire County with a BS in Natural Resources Management\, she loves exploring the natural world with her two daughters and two grandchildren.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/esi-course-intro-to-spring-wildflowers/2026-05-07
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Botanizing,Wildflowers,Lectures,Workshops,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T160000
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SUMMARY:Family Ponding Safari at Robin Hood Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Harris Center\, Cheshire 4H\, and The Caterpillar Lab for a pond life party at Robin Hood Park! From bullfrogs and dragonflies to caterpillars and mayflies\, come get your hands wet looking for the wild inhabitants of Robin Hood Pond. This event is free of charge and for Families with elementary-aged children. \n4 to 5:30 p.m. at Robin Hood Park in Keene. Space is limited\, and registration is required. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Nikko Gagnon. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education\, UNH Cooperative Extension’s Cheshire County 4H\, and The Caterpillar Lab.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/family-ponding-safari-at-robin-hood-park
LOCATION:Robin Hood Park\, Reservoir Street\, Keene\, NH\, 03431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Insects,Amphibians,Turtles,Family Programs,Outings,Youth & Family Programs,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nikko Gagnon":MAILTO:gagnon@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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SUMMARY:Nature for All: Vernal Pooling at Distant Hill
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, as spring unfolds\, vernal pools fill with rainwater and become specialized nurseries for amphibians\, crustaceans\, and other woodland wildlife. Join Harris Center ecologist Brett Amy Thelen and Michael Nerrie of Distant Hill to search for salamander eggs\, fairy shrimp\, and other wonders in the beautiful vernal pools along the Distant Hill Nature Trail\, an accessible trail with gentle slopes and a hard-packed gravel surface. A great way for folks of all ages to make some wild discoveries! \nNature for All outings are designed with inclusivity in mind; all are welcome\, including people who experience accessibility challenges as a result of a disability or other health concern. This outing is wheelchair- and stroller-accessible. \n4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Distant Hill Nature Trail in Alstead. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Brett. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education\, Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail\, and the Monadnock Bird and Nature Club. \nFairy shrimp in a vernal pool (video © thepigeongirl via iNaturalist)
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/nature-for-all-vernal-pooling-at-distant-hill
LOCATION:Distant Hill Nature Trail in Alstead\, 66 March Hill Road\, Alstead\, 03602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easygoing Hikes,Nature for All,Amphibians,Hikes,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Amy Thelen":MAILTO:thelen@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000
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SUMMARY:Babies in Backpacks & Toddlers in Tow at Beech Hill in Dublin
DESCRIPTION:Join Harris Center naturalists Susie Spikol and Nikko Gagnon to explore\, wander\, and discover the magic of nearby nature. This spring\, come listen to the birds\, jump in puddles\, sniff spring flowers\, seek out chipmunks\, and more! These pint-sized adventures are perfect for little legs and for babies in front packs\, backpacks\, slings\, or wraps — and a great way to meet other families with little ones who love spending time outside \n10 to 11 a.m. at Beech Hill in Dublin. Space is limited\, and registration is required. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Beech Hill-Dublin Lake Watershed Association.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/babies-in-backpacks-toddlers-in-tow-at-beech-hill-in-dublin-spring
LOCATION:Beech Hill\, Beech Hill Road\, Dublin\, NH\, 03444\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs for Babies & Toddlers,Family Programs,Outings,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T090000
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: Intro to Spring Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:As spring unfolds\, join wildflower enthusiast and natural resource conservation specialist Wendy Ward for an in-depth introduction to the basics of spring ephemeral wildflowers. We’ll start with two lecture-style classes on the science and techniques for identification\, then venture out on two field trips to local wildflower hotspots. If you’re new to plant identification and looking to build your skills and experience the joy of botanizing\, this course is for you! \nThis Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) course will meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays\, April 23 & 30 and from 9 to 11 a.m. on May 7 & 14 at the Harris Center and local field sites.  \nCost: $70 for Harris Center supporters / $90 for all others. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For questions about registration\, contact Miles Stahmann. For all other information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol. \n \n\nWendy Ward (photo © Cheshire Conservation District) \nAbout Wendy Ward\nWendy Ward has spent her life immersed in the natural world\, both as a self-taught naturalist and as a conservation planner with USDA-NRCS for 30 years in Cheshire and Sullivan counties. A lifelong resident of Cheshire County with a BS in Natural Resources Management\, she loves exploring the natural world with her two daughters and two grandchildren.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/esi-course-intro-to-spring-wildflowers/2026-05-14
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Botanizing,Wildflowers,Lectures,Workshops,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants
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ORGANIZER;CN="Miles Stahmann":MAILTO:stahmann@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary — Mindful Meanders & Nature-based Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join Phil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno for a series of spring wanderings in tucked-away places close to the Harris Center. Based on Phil and Ignacio’s new book\, MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary\, each exploration will feature a unique conservation property and focus on a natural history theme shaped by the conditions that present themselves that day. \nWhether listening to birdsong\, enjoying the sights and scents of spring wildflowers\, or simply admiring the beauty of spring’s emergence\, you’ll be guided through natural and cultural history while learning practices to help you more deeply connect with the natural world. Through MicroExploring — the practice of focusing attention and intention on a smaller geographic area — and with the help of delicious Costa Rican coffee\, you’ll gain a heightened awareness of nature right in front of you. You’ll come away with renewed appreciation for the land and learn how to take MicroExploring with you wherever you go. \nThis group meets from 9 a.m. to noon every other Friday on April 3 & 17 and May 1 & 15. Space is limited\, and registration is required. Outings will take place at local field sites throughout the SuperSanctuary. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Cost for the Entire Series: $100 for Harris Center supporters (who have donated $50 or more in the past year) / $120 for all others. \nNote: This ESI course will initially be open to those who wish to register for the entire series. Opportunities to register for single sessions will be posted here if available. Drop-in registration will be $25 for Harris Center supporters and $30 for all others. \nFor general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility and drop-in sessions\, contact Phil. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and Troubardour Coffee. \n\n \n\nAbout Phil & Ignacio\nPhil Brown (left) is the Harris Center’s Bird Conservation Director and co-author of MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary. In addition to connecting people to the natural world\, Phil’s other interests include managing conservation projects related to American Kestrel\, Broad-winged Hawk\, the Pack Monadnock Raptor Observatory\, and implementing sound stewardship across the region. He lives in Hancock with his family. \nIgnacio Oreamuno (right) is an adventure travel guide who has been taking people on journeys in Costa Rica for many years. He loves to share his passion for life and nature on his trips. He is also a Hancock resident\, a mixologist\, co-author of MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary\, and CEO of The Dreamcatchers and Troubardour Coffee\, a bird-friendly Costa Rican coffee company.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/microexploring-the-supersanctuary-mindful-meanders-nature-based-practices/2026-05-15
LOCATION:local field sites
CATEGORIES:Microexploring,Birds & Birding,Hikes,Birding,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Brown":MAILTO:brown@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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SUMMARY:Spring Beauties of Partridge Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join avid hikers Kathy Schillemat and Rick Church for a moderately strenuous\, 2-mile hike through the Town of Nelson’s Partridge Woods\, where we’ll search for spring ephemeral wildflowers and other signs of spring along the well-maintained Ridge Trail. Bring lunch and come prepared for 600 feet of elevation gain as well as spring conditions\, including mud and biting insects. \nMeet at 10 a.m. at the Partridge Woods trailhead on Brickyard Road in Nelson. Back by 2 p.m. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \nFor general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For questions about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Kathy. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Nelson Conservation Commission.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/spring-beauties-of-partridge-woods-2026
LOCATION:Partridge Woods\, Brickyard Road\, Nelson\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Botanizing,Wildflowers,Hikes,Outings,Plants
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Schillemat":MAILTO:kschillemat@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Stream Restoration at Great Brook
DESCRIPTION:Like many New England streams\, Great Brook in Walpole has been modified over time\, making it less resilient to floods and less supportive of aquatic life. In 2024\, four local landowners — including Michael Nerrie of Distant Hill Gardens — launched a restoration project along two miles of Great Brook in partnership with Trout Unlimited and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The cornerstone was an innovative technique called Strategic Wood Addition (SWA)\, which uses the careful placement of large woody material to improve stream health\, restore natural flow patterns\, retain sediment\, create pools and cover for fish\, and enhance habitat for other aquatic wildlife. \nJoin Michael to learn about the benefits and process of SWA\, and to visit the restoration site. We’ll start with a brief presentation\, then hike to a nearby section of Great Brook for a closer look. Come prepared for a 1-mile roundtrip hike on somewhat steep terrain\, and for spring conditions\, including mud and biting insects. \n4 to 6 p.m. at the Distant Hill Nature Trail in Alstead. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Brett Amy Thelen. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/exploring-stream-restoration-at-great-brook
LOCATION:Distant Hill Nature Trail in Alstead\, 66 March Hill Road\, Alstead\, 03602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Lectures,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Amy Thelen":MAILTO:thelen@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T125718Z
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SUMMARY:Easygoing Hike in Francestown
DESCRIPTION:Contact Mary at (603) 525-3394 or by email to join the waitlist. \nJoin avid hikers Ben Haubrich and Mary Verrilli for a gentle\, 2.5-mile roundtrip walk along old roads and wooded trails on conserved land in Francestown. Along the way\, we’ll follow a meandering brook and pause to explore nearby beaver ponds. Our route will have minimal elevation gain\, except for one short\, steep climb to the top of an esker (a ridge formed by an ancient glacial deposit). Dress for the weather and conditions\, including sun and biting insects. \n10 a.m. to noon in Francestown. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Space is limited\, and registration is full. To add your name to the waitlist\, please contact Mary Verrilli. \nFor general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Mary.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/easygoing-hike-in-francestown-2
LOCATION:Francestown\, Francestown\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easygoing Hikes,Hikes,Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T100000
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SUMMARY:Nature for All: An Accessible\, Inclusive Outing at MacDowell Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists Phil Brown and Susie Spikol to explore the wild side of MacDowell Lake\, where a flat\, hard-packed gravel path along the lake provides ample opportunity to enjoy birds and other creatures of wetland and woodland alike. \nWe’ll traverse less than two miles\, with plenty of stops to look\, listen\, and take in the view. Nature for All outings are designed with inclusivity in mind; all are welcome\, including people who experience accessibility challenges as a result of a disability or other health concern. Bring binoculars (or borrow a pair from us)\, and dress for spring conditions\, including sun and biting insects. \nMeet at 8 a.m. at the lower parking area for Edward MacDowell Lake\, off Wilder Street in Peterborough. Done by 10 a.m. Limited accessible parking is located past the dam and park office\, and near the beach. For more detailed accessibility information about this site\, visit the Birdability Map. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Phil.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/nature-for-all-an-accessible-inclusive-outing-at-macdowell-lake
LOCATION:MacDowell Lake\, 75 Wilder Street\, Peterborough\, NH\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easygoing Hikes,Nature for All,Hikes,Birding,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Brown":MAILTO:brown@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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SUMMARY:Small Mammals of Field & Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist Susie Spikol for an afternoon meander through the Harris Center’s fields and forest edges in search of small mammals and the signs they leave behind. From vole trails and chipmunk holes to weasel lairs and acorn chews\, you’ll leave with a whole new appreciation for these tiny\, but ecologically important creatures! \n3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Harris Center. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/small-mammals-of-field-forest
LOCATION:Harris Center for Conservation Education\, 83 Kings Hwy\, Hancock\, NH\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mammals,Hikes,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T160000
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SUMMARY:Garden Conservancy Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Let the plants\, garden designs\, and gardeners inspire you as you wander around four stunning private Monadnock Region gardens. Visit Michael and Betsy Gordon’s third-of-an-acre terrace\, Paul Tuller’s tranquil Japanese-inspired landscape\, Skatutakee Farm’s historic home and ever-evolving garden design\, and Bill and Eileen Elliott’s off-the-grid plant paradise. This self-guided tour concludes with a two-hour Digging Deeper talk and tour with the Elliotts\, who will share how their extensive gardens provide their food — and how they’ve spent a lifetime collecting and cultivating plants from around the world. \n10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Dublin\, Peterborough\, and Hancock. Space is limited\, and tickets are required for each location through the Garden Conservancy. Cost: $10 per garden for non-members / $30-$40 for Digging Deeper. For additional questions please contact Susie Spikol. \n\n\nAbout the Monadnock Gardening Weekend\nThis event is part of the Monadnock Gardening Weekend series—a three-day celebration of gardens as places of restoration\, creativity\, and connection! Through shared meals\, thoughtful conversation with leading garden writers and thinkers\, and behind-the-scenes access to extraordinary private gardens\, this series invites gardeners and plant lovers to slow down\, exchange ideas\, and find inspiration. Space is limited\, and separate registration is required for each event. \n\nLodging Options\nIf you need lodging for this event\, here are some local options: Aldworth Manor\, Harrisville Inn Bed & Breakfast\, Courtyard by Marriot in Keene\, Riverhouse in Peterborough\, and the Hancock Inn. \nMichael and Betsy Gordon’s Peterborough garden (photo © Morgan Karanasios courtesy New Hampshire Magazine) \nPaul Tuller’s Japanese house in Dublin (photo © Nancy Belluscio) \nBill and Eileen Elliott’s off-the-grid plant paradise in Hancock (courtesy photo)
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/garden-conservancy-garden-tour
LOCATION:Dublin\, Peterborough\, & Hancock\, Hancock\, New Hampshire\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Gardening,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T170652Z
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SUMMARY:Land Management Practices for New Hampshire Turtles: A Wildlife Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join NRCS biologists for a walking tour at Reservoir Woods\, where we’ll learn about the habitat management practices they’ve put in place to support local turtle populations — and discuss ways you can help turtles on your own property. \n3 to 5 p.m. at Reservoir Woods in Walpole. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, contact the Cheshire County Conservation District. \nThis program is supported by the NH State Conservation Committee Conservation Moose Plate Grant Program and is offered through the Monadnock Region Turtle Conservation Initiative\, a partnership between the Harris Center\, Cheshire County Conservation District\, NH Association of Conservation Commissions\, NH Fish and Game\, NH DES\, USDA NRCS\, and Moosewood Ecological. \nSunset at Reservoir Woods (photo © Reservoir Woods)
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/land-management-practices-for-new-hampshire-turtles-a-wildlife-workshop
LOCATION:Reservoir Woods\, 44 Reservoir Woods\, Walpole\, NH\, 03608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Turtles,Workshops,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cheshire County Conservation District":MAILTO:info@cheshireconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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SUMMARY:Babies in Backpacks & Toddlers in Tow at Tenant Swamp Boardwalk in Keene
DESCRIPTION:Join Harris Center naturalists Susie Spikol and Nikko Gagnon to explore\, wander\, and discover the magic of nearby nature. This spring\, come listen to the birds\, jump in puddles\, sniff spring flowers\, seek out chipmunks\, and more! These pint-sized adventures are perfect for little legs and for babies in front packs\, backpacks\, slings\, or wraps — and a great way to meet other families with little ones who love spending time outside. \nTenant Swamp is a unique wetland and mixed forest ecosystem accessible via a scenic boardwalk. Rich in both ecological and archaeological significance\, the swamp is home to vibrant winterberries\, peat moss\, lichens\, reeds\, frogs\, birds\, and insects—and also holds evidence of a 12\,600-year-old Paleoindian settlement. \n10 to 11 a.m. at the Tenant Swamp Boardwalk. Space is limited\, and registration is required. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. \nFor general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/babies-in-backpacks-toddlers-in-tow-at-tenant-swamp-boardwalk-in-keene-spring-2026
LOCATION:Tenant Swamp Boardwalk\, 167 Maple Avenue\, Keene\, 03431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs for Babies & Toddlers,Family Programs,Outings,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
CREATED:20260226T214427Z
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SUMMARY:Field Foray with the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Mark Ellingwood and the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club as we search meadows and woodlands for crescents\, blues\, sulfurs\, and other butterflies — and learn to identify them by their field marks\, flight patterns\, and behavior. A great opportunity to sharpen your butterfly identification skills before the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Count on July 18! Dress for the weather\, and come prepared for sun\, ticks\, and other biting insects. \n1 to 3 p.m. at the Harris Center. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol. \nBe sure to check out these related events: Field Foray with the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club on July 1 and the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Count on July 18. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the NH Butterfly Monitoring Network.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/field-foray-with-the-supersanctuary-butterfly-club-june-2026
LOCATION:Harris Center for Conservation Education\, 83 Kings Hwy\, Hancock\, NH\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Butterflies,Insects,Community Science,Pollinators,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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SUMMARY:Field Foray with the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Mark Ellingwood and the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club as we search for swallowtails\, satyrs\, skippers\, and other butterflies — and learn to identify them by their field marks\, flight patterns\, and behavior. A great opportunity to sharpen your butterfly identification skills before the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Count on July 18! Dress for the weather\, and come prepared for sun\, ticks\, and other biting insects. \n10 a.m. to noon in Antrim. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the outing. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol. \nBe sure to check out these related events: Field Foray with the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club on June 10 and the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Count on July 18. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the NH Butterfly Monitoring Network.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/field-foray-with-the-supersanctuary-butterfly-club-july-2026
LOCATION:Antrim\, Antrim\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Butterflies,Insects,Community Science,Pollinators,Outings,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T232729
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SUMMARY:SuperSanctuary Butterfly Count
DESCRIPTION:Join the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club to survey for coppers\, crescents\, skippers\, swallowtails\, monarchs\, and more on our fifth annual SuperSanctuary Butterfly Count! The data we collect during this fun day in the field will be submitted to both the North American Butterfly Association and the NH Butterfly Monitoring Network\, a statewide collaborative aimed at understanding long-term trends in Granite State butterfly populations. Prior butterfly identification experience is helpful\, but not required. Bring water\, lunch\, and binoculars\, and come prepared for sun\, ticks\, and other biting insects. \n9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Harris Center and local field sites. Rain date: July 19. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For general information about Harris Center field trips\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Brett Amy Thelen. \nLooking to practice your butterfly ID before the big day? Join us for Field Forays with the SuperSanctuary Butterfly Club on June 10 and July 1. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the NH Butterfly Monitoring Network. \n 
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/supersanctuary-butterfly-count-2026
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Butterflies,Insects,Community Science,Pollinators,Outings,Wildlife,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Amy Thelen":MAILTO:thelen@harriscenter.org
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