Natural Resources Stewards

newly planted trees in city in the rain
What's Stressing Our Community Trees?
You might be thinking, what isn’t stressing our trees these days? Sadly, you’re not wrong. Trees are having a tough go of it at the moment, for more ... Learn More
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To Prune or Not to Prune
Generally speaking, Fall is a poor time to prune woody plants. As days shorten and temperatures cool, woody plants are drawing resources from the cano... Learn More
Weigelia
Springtime Pruning Tips
We all know that our woody landscape trees and shrubs benefit from regular pruning to maintain health and aesthetics. When to prune to maximize bloom... Learn More
Woman in winter coat and heavy gloves holding bald eagle
Wildlife-Safe Alternatives to Harmful Rodent Poisons
Researchers and wildlife rehabbers have documented the deaths of hawks and owls from rodent poisons -- aka rodenticides -- over the past two decades. ... Learn More
Blue bird feeding fledglings on a branch
Beyond "No-Mow May" for Pollinator and Bird Habitat
The No-Mow May movement is an initial step in making our landscapes less inhospitable to bees and other pollinators. To support them throughout their ... Learn More
people sitting on a fence in the dark looking at the milky way
Celebrate Dark Sky Week
April 21-28, 2025
Dark Skies isn’t just about seeing the stars for yourself, it is also about preserving the natural rhythms of our planet and the many species living w... Learn More
Small Bird sitting at feeder
Cleaning Your Bird Feeders
If you have had feeders out for the winter before, you know the importance of keeping them clean. Cleaning bird feeders regularly is essential for pre... Learn More
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UNH Extension Volunteers Recognized for Service to New Hampshire at 2024 Spirit of NH Awards
Master Gardener Doris Buco received the 2024 Spirit of NH Award and Extension's Education Center Infoline volunteers were recognized as a Volunteer Champion
At the 2024 Spirit of NH awards ceremony, UNH Extension Master Gardener Doris Buco was chosen as the 2024 Spirit of NH recipient — the highest honor t... Learn More
Spice berry bush
The Ethics of Seed Collection
We want to collect some seed, either for our own use, or to support the NH State Forest Nursery seedling program or a local Conservation Commission pr... Learn More
Glossy buckthorn with berries
Fall is for Invasives Management
Late autumn into early winter is the perfect time to identify and manage invasive plants. They are easier to spot amongst the frost-killed and sleepin... Learn More