Join New Durham Town Historian Cathy Orlowicz and SELT’s Wildlife and Habitat Manager, Connor Breton on a hike to the blueberries on Rattlesnake Mountain at Birch Ridge Community Forest. We will learn about the history of blueberry cultivation in the town of New Durham and how fire management plays a role in blueberry production. The […]
Join SELT and Matthew Tarr, UNH Cooperative Extension Professor & Wildlife Specialist, for a guided birding walk through or near shrubby old-fields, a beaver wetland, and mature forest habitats. We will learn to identify birds by sight and sound. The workshop will be held outdoors at SELT’s Burley Farms in Epping and include a slow-paced […]
Join SELT and Matt Tarr, UNH Cooperative Extension Professor & Wildlife Specialist, to learn how to recognize and improve habitat for wildlife in forests, fields, and wetlands. The workshop will be held outdoors at SELT’s Burley Farms in Epping and include a slow-paced off-trail walk over moderate terrain, with many stops for discussion. During this […]
Join SELT and our friends at Seven Rivers Paddling as we team up to explore New Castle’s Back Channel Islands. Let’s take to the water and check out the scenery from another perspective. Bring your own kayak or reserve one with Seven Rivers Paddling in Portsmouth. SELT doesn’t have any extras so be sure to […]
Join Forester Phil Auger for a discussion about the history and ecology of Tucker & French Family Forest in Kingston. We will explore forests, wetlands, and beaver ponds! This field trip will include an outdoor walk over uneven terrain. Difficulty: Easy You can read our COVID-19 Safety Policy here: www.seltnh.org/covid19/ Donate to support SELT’s Outreach […]
Join SELT and Matt Tarr, UNH Cooperative Extension Professor and Wildlife Specialist to learn how to identify common native and non-native shrubs. We will discuss how each shrub species functions as habitat for different wildlife species. The workshop will be held outdoors at SELT’s Burley Farms in Epping and include a slow-paced off-trail walk over […]
For those interested in discovering more about SELT’s new home, join Executive Director Brian Hart for a guided tour of the Nan and George Mathey Center for People and Nature at Burley Farms. Learn about the sustainable design features and technologies included in designing the building. Space is limited so sign up soon! Difficulty: Easy You […]
Take a tour of Meadows Mirth Farm with farmer Josh Jennings and SELT’s Land Conservation Manager and Farmland Project Coordinator, Jeremy Lougee! We will tour the beautiful farm and discuss CSA’s, land access, different growing practices, season extension, and what it takes to run a farming business. Difficulty: Easy You can read our COVID-19 Safety […]
Join Certified Wildlife Biologist Charlie Bridges and Forest & Wildlife Ecologist Dr. Lee Alexander for a hiking tour of wildlife habitat in Birch Ridge Community Forest. We will explore a lesser-known area of BRCF with high value wildlife habitat (including the largest wetland complex on the Property!). We will discuss management for wildlife in young […]
Join SELT and Nature-Based Educator Lizzy Franceschini for a pre-school paced hike through the forest and field with your favorite stuffed teddy bears (or other favorite stuffed animal!) and learn about bears with stories and songs. After the hike we will gather for a BYO picnic overlooking the wetland. This event is for children of […]
