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SUMMARY:South Meadow School: Afterschool Yeti Club
DESCRIPTION:Contact Miles at (603) 525-3394 or by email to join the waitlist. \nCome be a part of fun and adventure in the woods with Yeti Club! Join Harris Center naturalists John Benjamin and Nikko Gagnon for this free afterschool program\, where we’ll practice wilderness skills like orienteering\, shelter and fire building\, outdoor survival skills\, and tracking animals. We’ll also hike\, explore the woods\, play games\, and more. Release your inner Yeti and join us! \nOpen to students in grades 5 through 8 at South Meadow School. Free of charge. \nThis group meets on Thursdays\, October 22 &  29 and November 5 & 12 from school dismissal to 4:15 p.m. at South Meadow School in Peterborough. Space is limited\, and registration is full. To add your name to the waitlist\, contact Miles Stahmann. For other information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/south-meadow-school-afterschool-yeti-club-2/2026-10-22
LOCATION:South Meadow School\, Hancock Road\, Peterborough\, New Hampshire\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Great Brook School: LAB GIRLS+ Afterschool Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about the environment? Do you want to know more about nature and animals? Do you like spending time outside exploring nature? Could you imagine yourself as a marine biologist\, a wolf researcher\, a wildlife illustrator\, an environmental engineer\, or even a wildlife veterinarian? \nMaybe you don’t know what career path interests you\, but if you join LAB GIRLS+\, you might discover that you enjoy natural sciences\, technology\, engineering\, art\, or math (STEAM). \nLAB GIRLS+ is an afterschool program at Great Brook School helping girls+ develop their interest in STEAM learning\, field science skills\, and career opportunities. Participants will work with high school students and regional women scientists\, exploring\, experimenting\, and discovering the world of STEAM through a natural science lens. LAB GIRLS+ staff include naturalists Susie Spikol and science educator Emily Wrubel. \nOpen to students in grades 5 through 8 at Great Brook School. Free of charge. \nThis group meets on Thursdays\, October 22 & October 29 and November 5 & 12 from school dismissal to 4:15 p.m. at Great Brook School in Antrim. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact contact Susie.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/great-brook-school-lab-girls-afterschool-club-2/2026-10-22
LOCATION:Great Brook Middle School\, School Street\, Antrim\, New Hampshire\, 03440\, United States
CATEGORIES:LAB GIRLS+,Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T141500
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SUMMARY:South Meadow School: LAB GIRLS+ Afterschool Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about the environment? Do you want to know more about nature and animals? Do you like spending time outside exploring nature? Could you imagine yourself as a marine biologist\, a wolf researcher\, a wildlife illustrator\, an environmental engineer\, or even a wildlife veterinarian? \nMaybe you don’t know what career path interests you\, but if you join LAB GIRLS+\, you might discover that you enjoy natural sciences\, technology\, engineering\, art\, or math (STEAM). \nLAB GIRLS+ is an afterschool program at South Meadow School helping girls+ develop their interest in STEAM learning\, field science skills\, and career opportunities. Participants will work with high school students and regional women scientists\, exploring\, experimenting\, and discovering the world of STEAM through a natural science lens. LAB GIRLS+ staff include naturalist Susie Spikol and science educator Emily Wrubel. \nOpen to students in grades 5 through 8 at Great Brook School. Free of charge. \nThis group meets on Wednesdays\, October 21 & 28 and November 4 & 18 from school dismissal to 4:15 p.m. at Great Brook School in Antrim. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/south-meadow-school-lab-girls-afterschool-club-2/2026-10-21
LOCATION:South Meadow School\, Hancock Road\, Peterborough\, New Hampshire\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:LAB GIRLS+,Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T160000
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SUMMARY:Mini Makers: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Mini Makers\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 1 through 4. \nTuesdays\, September 15\, 22 & 29\, and October 6\, 20\, & 27 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/mini-makers-making-with-nature/2026-10-20
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: Wild at Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling all animal allies\, nature noticers\, and outdoor explorers! Join Harris Center naturalists Karen Rent and Susie Spikol to let your wild side roam free this fall. Uncover your wonder\, and let the natural world be your teacher. Raptors\, rodents\, caterpillars\, seeds — come discover it all. You’ll also have an opportunity to be part of the Harris Center’s new nature podcast for families\, Wild at Home. \nThis homeschool program is for children ages 6 through 14. The group meets Tuesdays\, October 20 and 27\, and November 10 and 17 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Harris Center and local field sites. Please note that there will be no class on November 3\, in observance of Election Day. \nCost: $120 per child for Harris Center supporters / $140 per child for all others \nSpace is limited\, and registration is full.  For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/homeschool-program-wild-at-home-5/2026-10-20
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T173000
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SUMMARY:Junior Creatives: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Junior Creatives\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 5 through 8. \nMondays\, September 14\, 21 & 28\, and October 5\, 19\, & 26 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 12 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/junior-creatives-making-with-nature/2026-10-19
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T110000
DTSTAMP:20261015T220548Z
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SUMMARY:Babies in Backpacks & Toddlers in Tow at Robin Hood Park in Keene
DESCRIPTION:Join Harris Center naturalists to explore\, wander\, and discover the magic of nearby nature. 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 Robin Hood Park in Keene. Space is limited\, and registration is required. Exact meeting location will be provided upon registration. 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.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/babies-in-backpacks-toddlers-in-tow-at-robin-hood-park-2026
LOCATION:Robin Hood Park\, Reservoir Street\, Keene\, NH\, 03431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs for Babies & Toddlers,Family Programs,Outings,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T120000
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CREATED:20260814T152914Z
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary — Mindful Meanders & Nature-based Practices
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough 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. \nWhether 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. \nPhil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno leading a MicroExploring hike on Crotched Mountain’s accessible trails. (photo © Ben Conant) \nThis 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. \nCost: Drop-in registration is $30 for Harris Center supporters and $35 for all others. $120 for the entire series for Harris Center supporters (who have donated $50 or more in the past year) / $140 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 The Dreamcatchers. \n\nAbout Phil\nPhil 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.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/esi-course-microexploring-the-supersanctuary-mindful-meanders-nature-based-practices/2026-10-16
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:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T170000
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SUMMARY:Wild Scientist Book Club: Who Was Jane Goodall?
DESCRIPTION:Go wild with science\, reading\, and doing in this nature and science book club led by naturalists Susie Spikol and Jaime Hutchinson! Each session will include a short discussion\, followed by hands-on science and nature observation to bring the book to life. Read the books\, then come ready to actively explore the science behind each read! Books are available to borrow from the Hancock Town Library. In October\, we’ll read Who Was Jane Goodall? by Roberta Edwards. For children ages 8 to 10. \n4 to 5 p.m. at the Hancock Town Library. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie. \nBe sure to check out these other Wild Scientist Book Club events: The Superpower Field Guide: Beavers on November 19 and Owls: Enter the World of the Mysterious Birds of the Night on December 17. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education and the Hancock Town Library. 
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/wild-scientist-book-club-who-was-jane-goodall
LOCATION:Hancock Town Library\, 25 Main Street\, Hancock\, NH\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Women in Science,Books,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T163000
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Meander with the Morel Quandary Club at Robin Hood Park
DESCRIPTION:  \nContact Mary at (603) 525-3394 or by email to join the waitlist. \nJoin fungi-philes John Benjamin and George Caughey of the Monadnock Mushroom Club for a fung-tastic foray at Robin Hood Park. Learn basic mushroom identification skills\, and discover the role mushrooms and mycorrhizae play in local ecosystems. From boletes to amanitas\, explore the fascinating world of fungi! \n3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Robin Hood Park in Keene. Directions to the exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Space is limited\, and registration is full. To join the waitlist\, 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 Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/mushroom-meander-with-the-morel-quandary-club-robinhood-park-2026
LOCATION:Robin Hood Park\, Reservoir Street\, Keene\, NH\, 03431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mushroom Walks,Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T133932Z
CREATED:20260818T130927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T133932Z
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SUMMARY:Easygoing Hike at Crotched Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join Harris Center naturalist Nikko Gagnon and longtime outing leader Ben Haubrich for a hike along Crotched Mountain’s Dutton Brook Trail\, which loops around an abandoned beaver wetland. We’ll be on the lookout for signs of the season as we move slowly\, making intentional stops to discuss natural history and other points of interest. Bring water\, and come prepared to walk up to 2 miles roundtrip. \n10 a.m. to noon at the Crotched Mountain Accessible Trails in Greenfield. Exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \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 Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/easygoing-hike-at-crotched-mountain-2026
LOCATION:Crotched Mountain Accessible Trails\, 1 Verney Drive\, Greenfield\, NH\, 03047\, United States
CATEGORIES:Easygoing Hikes,Hikes,Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T213000
DTSTAMP:20260919T141025Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T141025Z
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SUMMARY:Saw-whet Owl Banding Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Small enough to sit in your hand\, saw-whet owls migrate through New England by the thousands each fall\, offering a unique opportunity for study. Join the Harris Center’s saw-whet banding team to learn what owl banding efforts are revealing about this pint-sized bird of prey\, and to see a demonstration of the banding process. If any owls are successfully caught\, we’ll have a chance to observe as they’re carefully weighed\, measured\, tagged\, and released back to the wild. Please note that these are wild animals\, so we cannot guarantee that owls will show up for this event. \n8 to 9:30 p.m. in Hancock. Exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Space is limited\, and registration is full — but you can still join the waitlist. In order to provide opportunities for the greatest number of people\, preference will be given to those who have not attended a Harris Center owl banding demonstration in the past two years. \nFor more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Brett Amy Thelen. \n\n \nOther Saw-whet Owl Banding Events\nTo meet demand for this popular event\, we’re also hosting saw-whet banding demonstrations on October 29\, November 4\, and one for families on November 5. \nLearn More\nWatch our video\, The Science of Saw-whet Owls\, for an in-depth look at our saw-whet owl banding program — or check out this two-minute reel to see the banding process in action. You can find other details about this project on our saw-whet owl banding page.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/saw-whet-owl-banding-demonstration-2026
LOCATION:Hancock\, Hancock\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Owls,Birds & Birding,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T020735Z
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: Natural History of Autumn with Susie Spikol
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and author Susie Spikol for a walk through the fall\, as we explore the signposts of this shifting season. From bird migration and late-season flowers to mushrooms\, small mammals\, and the mighty acorn\, come discover how seasonal changes influence the flora and fauna of the Monadnock Region. Each class will consist of a short walkable outing led by an expert in the field (fungi-phile George Caughey will teach us about fall mushrooms\, ecologist Nate Marchessault will be our goldenrod guide\, and more!). You’ll also keep a personal almanac to track nature’s journey towards winter. Field trips will be supported by readings from Bernd Heinrich\, Peter Marchand\, and other writers and researchers. \nThis Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) course will meet on Tuesdays\, September 22 & 29\, and October 6 & 13\, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Harris Center and local field sites. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \nCost: $80 for Harris Center supporters / $100 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. \n\nSusie Spikol (photo © Ben Conant) \nAbout Susie Spikol\nWriter and Harris Center teacher-naturalist Susie Spikol spends her autumn searching for signs of mammal activity. Her favorite thing to find is a bear nest high up in a beech tree. When she isn’t out searching for wild signs\, she is writing or leading programs for the Harris Center. Throughout her 30-year career as a naturalist and educator\, Susie has inspired thousands through hands-on programs and public talks\, earning numerous awards for her work. A regular contributor to Yankee\, Northern Woodlands\, and Taproot Magazine\, she also writes the “Backyard Nature” column for the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript. Her first book\, published in 2022\,  The Animal Adventurer’s Guide\, was recognized with a National Parenting Products Award. Her new book Forest Magic for Kids: How to Find for Fairies\, Make a Secret Fort\, and Cook Up an Elfin Picnic is filled with activities inspired by imagination\, folklore\, and science and an invitation to all readers to step outside and discover the beauty and magic of the world. Her newest book\, The Book of Wild Wonder\, will be hitting shelves in the spring of 2027.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/natural-history-of-autumn/2026-10-13
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Mammals,Trees,Wildflowers,Birds & Birding,Lectures,Workshops,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T173000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131556Z
CREATED:20260817T153056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T131556Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Count for Wildlife: Red-backed Salamander Survey
DESCRIPTION:Contact Miles at (603) 525-3394 or by email to join the waitlist. \nCalling all kids ages 6 through 18 who care about wildlife! Try your hand at field research\, develop your naturalist skills\, and do something to help the wild animals of our world with Harris Center naturalist Susie Spikol and ecologist Brett Amy Thelen. Together\, we’ll search the Harris Center woods for red-backed salamanders and count how many we find as part of a long-term study of this common woodland species. Children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an interested family member. All others can attend without parental supervision. \n4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Harris Center. Space is limited\, and registration is full. To add your name to the waitlist\, contact Miles Stahmann. \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/kids-count-for-wildlife-red-backed-salamander-survey-2026
LOCATION:Harris Center for Conservation Education\, 83 Kings Hwy\, Hancock\, NH\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids Count,Amphibians,Community Science,Youth & Family Programs,Climate Change,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T175434Z
CREATED:20260818T125557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T175434Z
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SUMMARY:How Acoustic Research is Shedding Light on New Hampshire's Bats
DESCRIPTION:Discover how UNH researcher Megan Graham is exploring the use of passive acoustic monitoring to track changes in Granite State bat populations. Don’t miss this chance to learn more about New Hampshire’s bats — and how new tools are helping scientists like Megan understand these fascinating winged mammals. \n7 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. To get the login details\, register here. Please save the confirmation email you receive from Zoom to access at the time of the event. Closed captioning will be available. For more information\, contact Susie Spikol. \nNote: This event will be recorded. To ensure access to the recording\, please register for this event\, even if you cannot attend live. We will follow up with all registered participants when the recording is ready to view. \nBats in flight against the darkness of the night sky. (photo © Stuart Anthony via the Flickr Creative Commons) \n\nAbout Megan Graham\nMegan Graham is a graduate student at the University of New Hampshire\, where she is studying how we can use acoustic methods to monitor bat populations. Originally from Connecticut\, she graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in natural resources and the environment. After graduation\, she worked with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection on many wildlife research projects\, but spent most of her time working with bats! She hopes to advance current conservation methods to protect these crucial species.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/acoustic-bat-research
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mammals,Online Events,Lectures,Women in Science,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T150000
DTSTAMP:20261005T131843Z
CREATED:20260814T163548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T131843Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Monadnock Hike
DESCRIPTION:Contact Miles at (603) 525-3394 or by email to join the waitlist. \nJoin former Monadnock State Park Manager Ben Haubrich\, hiking enthusiast Trish Harper\, and naturalist Susie Spikol for an all-day hike up Mount Monadnock. Our challenging\, 5+ mile route with a 1500-foot vertical gain will take us up the White Dot Trail\, then the Cascade Trail\, and finally the Spellman Trail\, which is the steepest section of trail on the mountain. \nAlong the way\, we’ll share stories and discuss the history of Grand Monadnock\, scan the skies for migrating raptors\, take in the views\, and search for signs of the changing season. We don’t plan to summit\, but will instead enjoy views from lower ridges and promontories. This hike is only recommended for experienced hikers who are comfortable with steep\, rocky\, rugged terrain. \n9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (or later) in Jaffrey. Exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. The Harris Center will reserve parking for all participants. Space is limited\, and registration is full. To add your name to the waitlist\, contact Miles Stahmann. \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. \nA vintage postcard of Mt. Monadnock (Gwarlingo Studio collection)
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/mount-monadnock-hike-fall
LOCATION:Jaffrey\, Jaffrey\, New Hampshire
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Local History,Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T173000
DTSTAMP:20260828T110934Z
CREATED:20260827T123447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T110934Z
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SUMMARY:Mini Makers: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Mini Makers\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 1 through 4. \nTuesdays\, September 15\, 22 & 29\, and October 6\, 20\, & 27 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/mini-makers-making-with-nature/2026-10-06
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T020735Z
CREATED:20260803T183216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T020735Z
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: Natural History of Autumn with Susie Spikol
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and author Susie Spikol for a walk through the fall\, as we explore the signposts of this shifting season. From bird migration and late-season flowers to mushrooms\, small mammals\, and the mighty acorn\, come discover how seasonal changes influence the flora and fauna of the Monadnock Region. Each class will consist of a short walkable outing led by an expert in the field (fungi-phile George Caughey will teach us about fall mushrooms\, ecologist Nate Marchessault will be our goldenrod guide\, and more!). You’ll also keep a personal almanac to track nature’s journey towards winter. Field trips will be supported by readings from Bernd Heinrich\, Peter Marchand\, and other writers and researchers. \nThis Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) course will meet on Tuesdays\, September 22 & 29\, and October 6 & 13\, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Harris Center and local field sites. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \nCost: $80 for Harris Center supporters / $100 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. \n\nSusie Spikol (photo © Ben Conant) \nAbout Susie Spikol\nWriter and Harris Center teacher-naturalist Susie Spikol spends her autumn searching for signs of mammal activity. Her favorite thing to find is a bear nest high up in a beech tree. When she isn’t out searching for wild signs\, she is writing or leading programs for the Harris Center. Throughout her 30-year career as a naturalist and educator\, Susie has inspired thousands through hands-on programs and public talks\, earning numerous awards for her work. A regular contributor to Yankee\, Northern Woodlands\, and Taproot Magazine\, she also writes the “Backyard Nature” column for the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript. Her first book\, published in 2022\,  The Animal Adventurer’s Guide\, was recognized with a National Parenting Products Award. Her new book Forest Magic for Kids: How to Find for Fairies\, Make a Secret Fort\, and Cook Up an Elfin Picnic is filled with activities inspired by imagination\, folklore\, and science and an invitation to all readers to step outside and discover the beauty and magic of the world. Her newest book\, The Book of Wild Wonder\, will be hitting shelves in the spring of 2027.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/natural-history-of-autumn/2026-10-06
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Mammals,Trees,Wildflowers,Birds & Birding,Lectures,Workshops,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T173000
DTSTAMP:20260827T123706Z
CREATED:20260827T120616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T123706Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Creatives: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Junior Creatives\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 5 through 8. \nMondays\, September 14\, 21 & 28\, and October 5\, 19\, & 26 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 12 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/junior-creatives-making-with-nature/2026-10-05
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260819T125050Z
CREATED:20260819T123851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T125050Z
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SUMMARY:The Kestrels Young Birders Club: Bird Banding Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Are you a tween or a teen with an interest in birds and birding? Join a growing movement of young adults who are learning to recognize birds and their calls while building community with other young birders as part of The Kestrels Young Birders Club! Kestrels programs are led by Harris Center bird conservation director Phil Brown and naturalist Susie Spikol\, along with other guest experts. For students in grades 5 through 12. \nThis fall\, the Young Birders Club offers a chance to see a songbird banding demonstration featuring some of our club members who have been volunteering at a local banding station. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your skills and connect with other wildlife fans! \n8 to 10 a.m. in Antrim. Exact meeting location will be provided prior to the event. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \nFor general information about Harris Center programs\, see our Outings Information page. For more information about this particular outing\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/kestrels-young-birders-club-bird-banding-demo-2026
LOCATION:Antrim\, Antrim\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Teen Programs,Birding,Kestrels Young Birders Club,Outings,Youth & Family Programs,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T181203Z
CREATED:20260814T152914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T181203Z
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary — Mindful Meanders & Nature-based Practices
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough 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. \nWhether 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. \nPhil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno leading a MicroExploring hike on Crotched Mountain’s accessible trails. (photo © Ben Conant) \nThis 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. \nCost: Drop-in registration is $30 for Harris Center supporters and $35 for all others. $120 for the entire series for Harris Center supporters (who have donated $50 or more in the past year) / $140 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 The Dreamcatchers. \n\nAbout Phil\nPhil 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.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/esi-course-microexploring-the-supersanctuary-mindful-meanders-nature-based-practices/2026-10-02
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:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260803T193951Z
CREATED:20260803T181324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T193951Z
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SUMMARY:Wild America: The Nature Photography of Andy & Beth Greenwood
DESCRIPTION:Take a coast-to-coast journey with Andy and Beth Greenwood\, local photographers who have traveled near and far to respectfully photograph the natural world. Andy and Beth will present some of their best images from across the United States — including wildflowers\, mountain vistas\, birds\, and other wildlife — and share some of the stories behind the shots. \n7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Harris Center. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Brett Amy Thelen. \n\nA bobcat in the snow (photos © Andy Greenwood) \nAbout Andy & Beth Greenwood\nAndy and Beth Greenwood of Keene\, New Hampshire have made a hobby of capturing nature and wildlife images. Their passion involves local and distant travel opportunities to respectfully photograph nature. They have been successful at capturing a variety of wildlife images. The couple works together in the field for hours in order to find and photograph animals\, being careful not to be intrusive. They can be seen at many public venues\, where they host digital slideshows of their work with educational lectures. Andy’s favorite photo subjects are brown or black bear\, while Beth loves to photograph foxes and any baby animal. \n 
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/wild-america-the-nature-photography-of-andy-beth-greenwood
LOCATION:Harris Center for Conservation Education\, 83 Kings Hwy\, Hancock\, NH\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Art,Storytelling,Plants,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Amy Thelen":MAILTO:thelen@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T173000
DTSTAMP:20260828T110934Z
CREATED:20260827T123447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T110934Z
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SUMMARY:Mini Makers: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Mini Makers\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 1 through 4. \nTuesdays\, September 15\, 22 & 29\, and October 6\, 20\, & 27 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/mini-makers-making-with-nature/2026-09-29
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T020735Z
CREATED:20260803T183216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T020735Z
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: Natural History of Autumn with Susie Spikol
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and author Susie Spikol for a walk through the fall\, as we explore the signposts of this shifting season. From bird migration and late-season flowers to mushrooms\, small mammals\, and the mighty acorn\, come discover how seasonal changes influence the flora and fauna of the Monadnock Region. Each class will consist of a short walkable outing led by an expert in the field (fungi-phile George Caughey will teach us about fall mushrooms\, ecologist Nate Marchessault will be our goldenrod guide\, and more!). You’ll also keep a personal almanac to track nature’s journey towards winter. Field trips will be supported by readings from Bernd Heinrich\, Peter Marchand\, and other writers and researchers. \nThis Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) course will meet on Tuesdays\, September 22 & 29\, and October 6 & 13\, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Harris Center and local field sites. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \nCost: $80 for Harris Center supporters / $100 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. \n\nSusie Spikol (photo © Ben Conant) \nAbout Susie Spikol\nWriter and Harris Center teacher-naturalist Susie Spikol spends her autumn searching for signs of mammal activity. Her favorite thing to find is a bear nest high up in a beech tree. When she isn’t out searching for wild signs\, she is writing or leading programs for the Harris Center. Throughout her 30-year career as a naturalist and educator\, Susie has inspired thousands through hands-on programs and public talks\, earning numerous awards for her work. A regular contributor to Yankee\, Northern Woodlands\, and Taproot Magazine\, she also writes the “Backyard Nature” column for the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript. Her first book\, published in 2022\,  The Animal Adventurer’s Guide\, was recognized with a National Parenting Products Award. Her new book Forest Magic for Kids: How to Find for Fairies\, Make a Secret Fort\, and Cook Up an Elfin Picnic is filled with activities inspired by imagination\, folklore\, and science and an invitation to all readers to step outside and discover the beauty and magic of the world. Her newest book\, The Book of Wild Wonder\, will be hitting shelves in the spring of 2027.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/natural-history-of-autumn/2026-09-29
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Mammals,Trees,Wildflowers,Birds & Birding,Lectures,Workshops,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T123706Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Creatives: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Junior Creatives\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 5 through 8. \nMondays\, September 14\, 21 & 28\, and October 5\, 19\, & 26 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 12 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/junior-creatives-making-with-nature/2026-09-28
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T000237Z
CREATED:20260803T161022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T000237Z
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SUMMARY:Film Showing: The Extraordinary Caterpillar with The Caterpillar Lab
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an encore presentation of this compelling new documentary — filmed in part in the Monadnock Region — that celebrates nature’s tiniest superheroes and shares practical ways we can all contribute to caterpillar conservation. \nArrive at 7 p.m. for a casual meet-and-greet with some of the stars of the show before the film starts at 7:30. Afterward\, stick around for a Q&A with knowledgeable naturalists from The Caterpillar Lab. Don’t miss this chance to meet your caterpillar neighbors and ask the questions that have been “bugging” you all summer! \n7 to 9 p.m. in the Putnam Theater at Keene State College. Registration is encouraged. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Brett Amy Thelen. \nCo-sponsored by the Harris Center for Conservation Education\, The Caterpillar Lab\, and the KSC Film Society. \nBlack-spotted-Prominent (photo © Samuel Jaffe) \nScenes from The Extraordinary Caterpillar (photos courtesy Merit Motion Pictures) \n \n 
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/film-showing-the-extraordinary-caterpillar-with-the-caterpillar-lab
LOCATION:Putnam Theater at Keene State College\, Wyman Way\, Keene\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Butterflies,Insects,Film Showings,Pollinators,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Amy Thelen":MAILTO:thelen@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260803T161754Z
CREATED:20260803T161754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T161754Z
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SUMMARY:Surveying for Salamanders
DESCRIPTION:Join Harris Center ecologists Brett Amy Thelen and Nate Marchessault for an afternoon of salamander monitoring at the Harris Center’s long-term SPARCnet study plots\, part of a national research effort aimed at understanding the effects of climate change on woodland salamanders. We’ll start with a brief introduction to red-backed salamander ecology and to our study methods\, then head into the woods to search for salamanders. No experience necessary! \n4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Harris Center. Space is limited\, and registration is required.  \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 Brett.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/surveying-for-salamanders-2026
LOCATION:Harris Center for Conservation Education\, 83 Kings Hwy\, Hancock\, NH\, 03449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Amphibians,Community Science,Climate Change,Wildlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brett Amy Thelen":MAILTO:thelen@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T173000
DTSTAMP:20260828T110934Z
CREATED:20260827T123447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T110934Z
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SUMMARY:Mini Makers: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Mini Makers\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 1 through 4. \nTuesdays\, September 15\, 22 & 29\, and October 6\, 20\, & 27 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/mini-makers-making-with-nature/2026-09-22
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T020735Z
CREATED:20260803T183216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T020735Z
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SUMMARY:ESI Course: Natural History of Autumn with Susie Spikol
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist and author Susie Spikol for a walk through the fall\, as we explore the signposts of this shifting season. From bird migration and late-season flowers to mushrooms\, small mammals\, and the mighty acorn\, come discover how seasonal changes influence the flora and fauna of the Monadnock Region. Each class will consist of a short walkable outing led by an expert in the field (fungi-phile George Caughey will teach us about fall mushrooms\, ecologist Nate Marchessault will be our goldenrod guide\, and more!). You’ll also keep a personal almanac to track nature’s journey towards winter. Field trips will be supported by readings from Bernd Heinrich\, Peter Marchand\, and other writers and researchers. \nThis Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) course will meet on Tuesdays\, September 22 & 29\, and October 6 & 13\, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Harris Center and local field sites. Space is limited\, and registration is required. \nCost: $80 for Harris Center supporters / $100 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. \n\nSusie Spikol (photo © Ben Conant) \nAbout Susie Spikol\nWriter and Harris Center teacher-naturalist Susie Spikol spends her autumn searching for signs of mammal activity. Her favorite thing to find is a bear nest high up in a beech tree. When she isn’t out searching for wild signs\, she is writing or leading programs for the Harris Center. Throughout her 30-year career as a naturalist and educator\, Susie has inspired thousands through hands-on programs and public talks\, earning numerous awards for her work. A regular contributor to Yankee\, Northern Woodlands\, and Taproot Magazine\, she also writes the “Backyard Nature” column for the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript. Her first book\, published in 2022\,  The Animal Adventurer’s Guide\, was recognized with a National Parenting Products Award. Her new book Forest Magic for Kids: How to Find for Fairies\, Make a Secret Fort\, and Cook Up an Elfin Picnic is filled with activities inspired by imagination\, folklore\, and science and an invitation to all readers to step outside and discover the beauty and magic of the world. Her newest book\, The Book of Wild Wonder\, will be hitting shelves in the spring of 2027.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/natural-history-of-autumn/2026-09-22
LOCATION:Harris Center & local field sites\, 83 King's Highway\, Hancock\, 03449
CATEGORIES:Mammals,Trees,Wildflowers,Birds & Birding,Lectures,Workshops,Outings,Environmental Studies Institute,Plants,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T173000
DTSTAMP:20260827T123706Z
CREATED:20260827T120616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T123706Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Creatives: Making with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join MAXT Makerspace and the Harris Center for this collaborative season of Junior Creatives\, where you’ll create your own nature journaling kit\, including handmade bound journals\, natural inks\, and a carrying case for all your materials. Then\, you’ll learn how to become a wild observer and recorder as you use your kit to capture the changing seasons. This class will take place inside the MAXT Makerspace and make use of the natural landscapes around the Makerspace building. For kids in grades 5 through 8. \nMondays\, September 14\, 21 & 28\, and October 5\, 19\, & 26 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at MAXT Makerspace in Peterborough. Note: this is a 6-week program\, and there is no session on October 12 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. \nCost: $50 per child\, includes materials. Space is limited\, and registration is required. For more information\, including questions about accessibility\, contact Susie Spikol.
URL:https://harriscenter.org/events/junior-creatives-making-with-nature/2026-09-21
LOCATION:MAXT Makerspace\, 50 Jaffrey Rd\,\, Peterborough\, 03458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Afterschool Programs,Youth & Family Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susie Spikol":MAILTO:spikol@harriscenter.org
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