My, What Big Feet You Have!
Adapting to new climate realities, snowshoe hares can survive the harshest winter conditions New England has to offer.
Outdoor Exploration Stories
The Fascinating World of Dragonflies and Damselflies
If you explore a local pond on a sunny day, you might just spot some of these winged wonders.
Fire, Wind, and…Wolves?
Mount Mondanock’s dynamic history has shaped the unique ecological character it has today, especially above treeline.
Getting a Late Start: The Enchantment of Sunset Hikes
Heading out at sunset and hiking by the light of the moon and a headlamp (properly outfitted for safety, of course) can be a truly enchanting way to experience the natural world.
The 20-Minute Nature Fix
A short visit to the Harris Center’s Hiroshi trailhead can provide a meaningful nature experience.
Walking Every Day
Walking can be a peaceful, meditative, and healthy practice. It can also offer moments of surprise and delight just outside your door.
A Favorite Haunt
In cemeteries, the human and more-than-human worlds find common ground.
A Vernal Renaissance
With the year still in its infancy, the Earth warms and signs of new life begin to emerge.
The Bright Side of Black Flies
Black flies are annoying and people despise them, but they play an important role in ecosystem health.
Winter Birding Is About More Than Just Birds
Despite snow and frigid temperatures, winter’s rewards are abundant if you know where to look and how to direct your senses.
The Sauce on Cranberries
Cranberries have been a vital food source for wildlife and people in New England for centuries.
Woodland Wildflowers: A Fleeting Spring Beauty
At a time of year when the woods are still wearing their drabbest brown and gray, spring ephemerals offer a welcome burst of color.
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