Westward ho: exploring the wilds of Lake Warren
Sunday, February 5, 1-3 p.m.
Join us for a moderately easy cross-country ski across the lake, visiting several new conservation easements held by the Monadnock Conservancy. We'll start at the church on North Road, ski down to the lakefront, then across the lake to two easements on the southern shore. On our return, we'll stop on Pine Island for hot chocolate and a bonfire before skiing back to our cars. Meet trip leaders Pete Throop (Conservancy) and Sandy Brewer (Harris Center) at the church on North Road (off Route 123), East Alstead. Co-sponsored by the Harris Center.
Please note: As of February 1, this outing may be on foot and slightly shortened depending on ice conditions. Additional updates will be posted here.
“Division Street” film showing
Thursday, February 23, 7-9 p.m.
As the transportation network grows, a new generation of ecologists, engineers, planners and citizens are working to transform the future of the American road. Shot in stunning locations throughout North America, Division Street takes us on a road trip that looks at the promise of wildlife corridors, the potential for greening our highway system and the fusion of high-tech engineering with modern ecological research.
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Evening will include an introduction and opportunity for Q&A. Shown at the Putnam Arts Lecture Hall at the Redfern Arts Center on Brickyard Pond, Keene State College, Wyman Way (off Main Street), Keene. Co-sponsored by the Harris Center, KSC Film Society and KSC School of Sciences.
Enjoy March by ski, snowshoe or foot on Otter Brook Farm’s extensive trail network
Sunday, March 4, 1-3 p.m.
Explore the two largest conservation easements in Peterborough and Greenfield. A two- to three-mile outing for intermediate skiers led by Emily Hague (Conservancy) and Ben Haubrich (Harris Center). Or, for snowshoers/hikers, the distance will depend on conditions and what we see as we follow a guide from Otter Brook Farm and Francie Von Mertens (Harris Center). Meet at Happy Valley School, 132 Gulf Road (off Route 136), Peterborough. Co-sponsored by the Harris Center.
About Our Trips
Hikes and workshops are held rain or shine (barring impossible driving conditions). Our outing leaders are volunteers who know the area, but are not paramedics. You are responsible for arriving prepared (bring water, lunch/snacks, extra clothing, etc.); be ready for uneven terrain.
Please no dogs or smoking on our trips. Please read and sign the event sign-in form at each hike or workshop for insurance liability reasons and as a photo release. Most events are free, but pre-registration is required. Contact the Monadnock Conservancy at (603) 357-0600 for more information.
