Join Phil Brown and special guests for a series of autumn wanderings in tucked-away places close to home. Based on Phil and Ignacio Oreamuno’s new book, MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary, each exploration will feature a unique conservation property and natural history theme shaped by the conditions that present themselves that day.

Through MicroExploring — the practice of focusing attention and intention on a smaller geographic area — you’ll also learn practices to help you connect more deeply with the natural world.

Whether scanning the skies for migrating raptors, admiring the stunning autumn foliage from hilltop vistas, or simply walking new or familiar paths, you’ll come away with a renewed appreciation for the land and learn how to take MicroExploring with you wherever you go.

Phil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno leading a MicroExploring hike on Crotched Mountain’s accessible trails. (photo © Ben Conant)

This group meets from 9 a.m. to noon every other Friday on October 2, 16 & 30, and November 13. 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: $120 for the entire series for Harris Center supporters (who have donated $50 or more in the past year) / $140 for all others

For 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.

Note: This Environmental Science Institute (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 they become available.

Co-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and The Dreamcatchers.

About Phil

Phil Brown 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.