Environmental Studies Institute

A group walks through the snowy forest, framed in the foreground by hemlock boughs (photo © Ben Conant).

Short Courses for Adult Learners

Dig deeper into the natural and cultural history of the Monadnock Region with the Harris Center’s Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) courses.

Taking various forms — outings, workshops, lectures, field trips, and more — ESI courses are geared toward adults with a passion for lifelong learning.

Upcoming Courses

Environmental Studies Institute: Wildlife Tracking & Sign

Saturday, September 14,
9:00 am
to 4:00 pm
Harris Center for Conservation Education
A group of people examine an animal track in the mud (Photo © Fox Paw School)

Sharpen your senses and learn about the lives of your wild neighbors by joining Jonathan Shapiro of the Fox Paw School for a weekend of wildlife tracking.

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Environmental Studies Institute: Natural History of Monadnock Region Trees

Wednesday, September 18,
3:00 pm
to 4:30 pm
Harris Center for Conservation Education
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Get the most out of leaf-peeping season by joining retired forestry instructor Craig Houghton to discover the science and natural history of our local trees.

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Contact Us

For more information on our ESI offerings, please contact Susie Spikol at (603) 525-3394 or by email.