Natural Resources

Spotted Salamander
What Attributes of Road Crossings are Most Effective in Aiding Successful Amphibian Species Migration?
One size does not fit all when it comes to suitable road crossing designs for vernal pool primary indicator amphibian species migration
Vernal pool primary indicator amphibian species will migrate up to 1 km on the “Big Night” – the first rainy, warm night of spring when temperatures r... Learn More
tulip-poplar planted at a New Hampshire school by UNH Extension and NH Division of Forests and Lands
The Value of New Hampshire’s Urban Trees
As the second most forested state in the nation, our forest products industry supports over 12,800 jobs and $2.5 billion in sales or output (total val... Learn More
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7 Ways to Celebrate National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Keep an eye out for invasive species from February 28 – March 4, 2022.
National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is being celebrated February 28 – March 4, 2022. Learn More
Bombus impatiens is increasing in numbers
Beyond the Buzz
How to Create a Healthy Pollinator Garden
There's lots of talk these days about pollinator gardens as the awareness about bee and pollinator decline grows. Yet many are taking up the call with... Learn More
hemlock trees that are joined
Inosculation: Making Connections in the Woods
The phenomenon of inosculation occurs when two individual trees growing in close proximity become joined. Learn More
Gracie Ballou
Introducing Gracie Ballou, Coastal Ecosystem Education Coordinator
I would like to introduce you to the newest CRV member, Gracie Ballou, our Coastal Ecosystem Education Coordinator! We are so excited to be working al... Learn More
People walking through snowy woods
Five Tips for Fitness Hikes
Hit the trail and get a healthy start to a new year
Hit the trail and get a healthy start to 2019 Learn More
black birch seeds on snow
The Mighty Birch Seed
At this time of year, it's easy to spot tiny specks of black birch seeds on snow. Learn More
JB Cullen teaching tree identification at Canterbury Shaker Village
Natural Resources Stewards Program Celebrates 30 Years of Volunteers
It has actually been 30 years of Stewards caring for the trees and natural resources of New Hampshire, giving thousands of hours of time to help take ... Learn More
stacked firewood
Things to Know Before Purchasing Firewood
The NH Division of Weights and Measures would like consumers to be educated before purchasing firewood.
Information for consumers looking to purchase firewood. Learn More