Tourism, Outdoor Recreation & Nature Economy

The New Hampshire Barn Trail project was founded by the NH Barn Committee, in collaboration between the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extens...

New Hampshire’s aging population presents both an opportunity and a responsibility for communities to foster active, healthy lifestyles. This info bri...

The UNH Extension Outdoor Economy Academy is a three‑session, place‑based learning program that brings together municipal leaders, planners, local bus...

Barrington’s 2025 Downtowns & Trails Program Report highlights a community-driven effort to enhance connections between the town center and its na...

Community events play a crucial role in fostering social capital, which is essential for community development. Social capital refers to the networks,...

This report provides an in-depth look a the program's journey, the valuable assets each community discovered, the opportunities that emerged, and...

A vibrant community relies on several key components, including economic vitality, community health, natural resources and recreation, community engag...

Many communities have trails in close proximity to their downtowns/village centers/business districts. We share the opportunities and challenges of wo...

Over a series of months, we worked with the Hopkinton, New Hampshire community on how to better connect its trails with its business center, the Villa...

Cultivating Farm Experiences is a four-part Zoom webinar series that examines agritourism. Each session focuses on the different aspects of incorporat...