Have you ever thought about leading a walk or hike on the property you monitor for the Forest Society? Or another conservation property in your area? This is a very important way that stewards and other volunteers can help advance the Forest Society's greater mission, as well as promote land and habitat conservation in the state and in your community. As SPNHF land stewards, you all understand the value of conservation land in our state. Provision of wildlife habitat, protection of water quality, improved air quality, recreational access, source of renewable energy and sustainable forest products, and the list goes on. Unfortunately, however, not everyone understands these benefits. One of the best ways to convince people that having conservation lands in their community is a good thing is to show them the direct benefit available to them in visiting and enjoying a local forest. And many people really need a guide on that first visit to a property in order to take the "leap" and make a connection with a local piece of land. You can help with this! All of you are quite expert enough to lead a walk, and if you don't believe me (or want to feel a bit more confident), please consider coming to an upcoming workshop this June entitled "Field Trip 101: You Can Lead a Guided Hike!"
This workshop, sponsored by SPNHF and UNH Cooperative Extension, was first run last summer with a group of 25 participants. We provide you with all the tips and tricks you'll ever need to plan, advertise, and implement an outstanding hike or nature walk in your own community. In the 6 months following our last workshop, the participants led over 16 hikes involving more than 250 people from their local communities. If they can do it, YOU can too! And even better, we promise it's fun! Please join us!
Field Trip 101: You Can Lead a Guided Hike
When: Wednesday, June 20th, 9AM-2PM
Where: SPNHF Conservation Center, Concord
How to Register: email Tina Ripley at signup@forestsociety.org or register online HERE.
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