Calendar of Events
Lectures
Caterpillars — The Whole Story: Caterpillars, Connections, and Why Biodiversity Matters
Join Sam Jaffe of The Caterpillar Lab for a deep dive into the world of native caterpillars — and toward a more complete understanding of local biodiversity.
Environmental Studies Institute: Introduction to Slow Birding
Zoom , United StatesThis four-week course is designed to help you fine-tune your innate birding skills while creating a deeper connection to birds, the place you live, and yourself. Great for beginners and experienced birders alike!
Environmental Studies Institute: The Biology & Inspiration of Birdsong
Zoom , United StatesJoin us for a four-week exploration of the biology of birdsong, and how bird music has inspired humans throughout time. Discover how and why birds sing, and how writers, poets, and musicians have translated birdsong into art.
Humans and Nature in the Monadnock Region: The First 12,000 Years
Spend an evening with renowned archaeologist Dr. Bob Goodby as he shares what local archaeological finds have revealed about settlement patterns, seasonal movements, technology, and responses to climate change in the Monadnock Region over the last 12,000 years. This special presentation is offered by invitation only to current Harris Center supporters.
Environmental Studies Institute: Introduction to Slow Birding
Zoom , United StatesThis four-week course is designed to help you fine-tune your innate birding skills while creating a deeper connection to birds, the place you live, and yourself. Great for beginners and experienced birders alike!
Pollinators We Love to Hate
Join Harris Center naturalist and entomologist Jenna Spear to find out what there is to love about mosquitoes, black flies, Japanese beetles, and more!
The Lazy Lawnmower: A Simple Way to Help Native Bees
Join Dr. Susannah Lerman to learn how a “lazy lawnmower” approach to maintaining your yard can help restore habitat for bees and other pollinators.
Environmental Studies Institute: Introduction to Slow Birding
Zoom , United StatesThis four-week course is designed to help you fine-tune your innate birding skills while creating a deeper connection to birds, the place you live, and yourself. Great for beginners and experienced birders alike!
Cyanobacteria 101
Join Dr. Amanda McQuaid for an introduction to cyanobacteria in New Hampshire lakes and ponds. We'll cover what cyanobacteria is, why it matters, how to recognize it, when to be concerned — and when not to be!
Firefly Watch with Mass Audubon
Join staff from Mass Audubon's Firefly Watch to learn how and why fireflies light up, how to identify them by their flash patterns, and how they can help inform us about a wide array of environmental issues.
New Hampshire’s Loons
Join the Loon Preservation Committee to learn about the biology, life history, and challenges facing loons — as well as ways you can help loons thrive on New Hampshire lakes.
Project Nighthawk Volunteer Training
Help keep track of Keene's most charismatic endangered bird by joining us for a virtual "Project Nighthawk" volunteer training!
Living Light: Fireflies, Light Pollution & What You Can Do To Help
Join entomologist Avalon C.S. Owens to learn how light pollution affects fireflies — along with some simple solutions for ensuring that our lights don't interfere with their unique bioluminescent signals.
Vermont’s Wild Bee Survey: What New Hampshire Can Learn
Join conservation biologist Kent McFarland to learn about the Vermont Wild Bee Survey, which is collecting data on the population status, habitat needs, and conservation of these essential invertebrates.
Cyanobacteria: What You Need to Know
Join Harris Center staff ecologist Karen Seaver for an informative discussion on the natural history of blue-green algae in our local lakes and ponds. Learn why cyanobacteria can be a health concern, how to recognize its blooms, and what to do if you suspect a problem.
Mountain as Muse: The Artists Who Painted Mount Monadnock
Hundreds of artists have depicted Mount Monadnock in all seasons, from all angles, in a variety of styles. Join Alan Rumrill, historian and director of the Historical Society of Cheshire County, for an online talk highlighting some of their paintings and stories.
Hawk Talk: Fall Raptor Migration
Join Phil Brown for a look at the upcoming hawk migration season and the migration spectacle that can be viewed from the Pack Monadnock Raptor Observatory. You’ll be well prepared for peak migration after this evening of stories and stunning raptor images!
Environmental Studies Institute: An Exploration of the Geology of the Monadnock Region
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United StatesJoin Dr. Frederick Rogers to learn about minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic time, the forces that shape landscapes, and what these things can tell us about the history of the Monadnock Region.
Environmental Studies Institute: An Exploration of the Geology of the Monadnock Region
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United StatesJoin Dr. Frederick Rogers to learn about minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic time, the forces that shape landscapes, and what these things can tell us about the history of the Monadnock Region.
Butterfly Monitoring in the Granite State
Join NH Fish and Game biologist Heidi Holman for an introduction to New Hampshire's butterflies and butterfly monitoring efforts — including a new butterfly count planned for the SuperSanctuary in the summer of 2022.
Environmental Studies Institute: An Exploration of the Geology of the Monadnock Region
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United StatesJoin Dr. Frederick Rogers to learn about minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic time, the forces that shape landscapes, and what these things can tell us about the history of the Monadnock Region.
Book Launch: “A Deep Presence” by Dr. Robert Goodby
Join archeologist Bob Goodby for the launch of his new book "A Deep Presence" — which draws on archaeology, written history, and the living traditions of today’s Abenaki people to tell the remarkable story of Native Americans in the Monadnock Region.
Environmental Studies Institute: An Exploration of the Geology of the Monadnock Region
Harris Center for Conservation Education 83 Kings Hwy, Hancock, NH, United StatesJoin Dr. Frederick Rogers to learn about minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, geologic time, the forces that shape landscapes, and what these things can tell us about the history of the Monadnock Region.
Bats of New Hampshire
Join Sandra Houghton and Haley Andreozzi, coordinators of the NH Bat Counts program, to learn about the natural history and conservation of bats in the Granite State. Let bats into your heart this Halloween season with this bat-tastic program!
Nevermore! The Stories of Crows and Ravens
Join Phil Brown and Susie Spikol for a talk on the life, times, and folklore of crows and ravens. This dynamic blend of natural history and mythology will leave you with new admiration for these highly intelligent birds — just in time for their Halloween spotlight.
Conservation Around the Globe
Join Dave Johnson of the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund for an introduction to wildlife conservation efforts — and opportunities for travelers to make conservation connections — well beyond the borders of the Monadnock Region.
Nature on Tap: A Life with Raptors
Join Chris Martin, raptor biologist and co-host of NHPR’s "Something Wild," for a happy hour talk on his adventures with birds of prey. Learn how he got his start, and hear him recount some of his most spectacular experiences and close calls. Drinks on you, stories on us!
Birdability: Because Birding is for Everybody…and Every Body
Join Freya McGregor of Birdability — a new non-profit working to ensure that the birding community is welcoming, inclusive, safe, and accessible for people with mobility challenges and other disabilities — for a welcoming introduction to accessibility in the outdoors.
Raptors of the Monadnock Region: What We’re Learning
Join Pack Monadnock Raptor Observatory coordinator Phil Brown for an introduction to raptor research efforts in the Monadnock Region and beyond.
Winter Birds of the Monadnock Region
Join conservation biologist and avid birder Steven Lamonde for a look at the birds found in the Monadnock Region during the coldest months of year. Find out how they survive winter’s grasp, and discover how you can help scientists learn more about our region’s bird populations.
