Join Phil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno for a series of autumn wanderings in tucked-away places close to home. Based on Phil and Ignacio’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 — and with the help of delicious Costa Rican coffee, you’ll also learn practices to help you connect more deeply with the natural world.

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

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.

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 for the Entire Series: $120 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 may be posted here if they become available.

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

(photo © Oriana Camara)

About Phil & Ignacio

Phil 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.

Ignacio 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.