Women in the Woods

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Increasing Stewardship of Women-Managed Forestland

Women in the Woods is a collaboration between UNH Cooperative Extension, NH Timberland Owners Association, the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, and other partners aimed at connecting women forest landowners, managers, and stewards with the resources, skills, and community they need to make informed stewardship decisions that promote healthy forest resources. Funding for this program provided by a Landscape Scale Restoration Grant, U.S. Forest Service.

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Articles
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My Land Means Home To Me: Rachel Dandeneau Shares Her Story
Sharing the perspectives of women landowners in NH as part of the Women in the Woods project.
Women in the Woods is a collaboration between UNH Cooperative Extension, NH Timberland Owners Association, the Society for the Protection of New Hamps... Learn More
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Women in the Woods: A Needs Assessment Approach
UNH Extension conducted a survey to assess the needs and experiences of women in New Hampshire who participate in forestland management.
Few studies exist in the United States, particularly in the Northeast, that examine the role of women in forestland management. In summer 2022, UNH Ex... Learn More
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Scenes from the Women in the Woods: Safe Tractor Use in Your Woodlot Workshop
In October, nine women from different New Hampshire communities met at the New Hampshire State Forest Nursery for the Women in the Woods: Safe Tractor... Learn More
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Women in the Woods
A new program provides forestry support and education for women landowners and managers
Women in the Woods is a collaborative project to focused on providing support and training to women landowners in New Hampshire. Learn More
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Building Skills & Confidence: Chainsaw Safety & Operation for Women
UNH Cooperative Extension, NH Timberland Owners Association, the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, and other partners are collabora... Learn More
Resources
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Women in the Woods: A Needs Assessment Approach to Understanding Women Forestland Owners and Managers in New Hampshire
A Needs Assessment Approach to Understanding Women Forestland Owners and Managers in New Hampshire. Learn More

Women Owning Woodlands
Growing your landscape impact: Improving Engagement of Women Woodland Owners 
women on the Land: A LANDOWNER’S GUIDE TO STEWARDING HER WOODLANDS (UMASS AMHERST & MICHIGAN STaTE Publication) 

 

Events

  • Women Landowner Summit
    March 8, 2024
    Women Landowner Summit The Women Landowner Summit is an opportunity for NH women forest landowners to come together, learn, build skills, and connect! Sessions will help you in your