Women in the Woods

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Increasing Stewardship of Women-Managed Forestland

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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. 

Women in the Woods programming is open to all participants, regardless of gender or sex.

 

 

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Women Landowner Summit - March 6, 2026

This is a unique opportunity for New Hampshire women forest landowners to gather, learn, and connect. Sessions will support you in your role as a woman landowner and help you develop skills for managing your woods. Topics will include forest health, vernal pool ecology, wildlife tracking, exploring nature with kids, tree and shrub identification, choosing the right trees for firewood, and more. *Snow Date: Friday, March 13. 

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Women in the Woods Newsletter

News and events from the Women in the Woods program, aimed at connecting women landowners and land managers with the resources, skills and community they need to make informed decisions. Subscribe

From left: Wendy Weisiger, Cheri Birch, Wendy Scribner, Haley Andreozzi, Lindsay Watkins, and Amy Gaudreau.

The Women in the Woods Team

Meet the group of  women who work on the Women in the Woods program. Meet the Team

 

 

Articles

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Highlights from the 2025 Women Landowner Summit
A day of learning and connection for women who own and manage New Hampshire’s forests.
On March 7, 2025, over seventy women forest landowners came together at the Women Landowner Summit to learn, build skills, and connect. Learn More
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Creating Inclusive Spaces for Women in the Outdoors
UNH Extension, New Hampshire Sea Grant and partner organizations are teaming up to provide programs and resources specifically tailored to women
UNH Extension, New Hampshire Sea Grant and partner organizations are teaming up to provide programs and resources specifically tailored to women who w... Learn More
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Women in the Woods: Building Confidence in Land Management
It’s March 8th, International Women’s Day and — coincidentally, though appropriately — the first ever Women’s Landowner Summit, hosted by the Women in... Learn More

Events

  • Selling Firewood for Farmers and Landowners
    March 2, 2026
    Selling Firewood for Farmers and Landowners 9:30am - 3:00pm, This two-part workshop covers everything from understanding cost of production to the laws, rules, and regulations for selling firewood. Designed for farmers,
  • Women Landowner Summit 2026
    March 6, 2026
    Women Landowner Summit 2026 9:00am - 4:00pm, The Women Landowner Summit, part of the Women in the Woods project, is a unique opportunity for New Hampshire women forest landowners to gather, learn, and
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)