Winter 2024

Executive Director Ben Wallace and editor Kristy Heath invite us to hear nature’s quiet stories—from the gentle bird songs and winter whispers in the woods to the memories that tie us to our rural heritage. This issue highlights guided hikes at Bradford Bog Headwaters, sustainable farming on conservation easements, and the vital role of volunteers…

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  • Taking a Moment to Listen – Kristy Heath (Chatter Editor) remembers the woods from her childhood and how she learned to listen to what they had to say.
  • Annual Meeting Recap & Introduction of New Trustees
  • Sounds Profound at the Woods Without Gile – Ann Davis explains how she and her husband Marc improved wildlife habitat on their 470-acre conservation easement.
  • Listening to the Land in Winter – Anne Payeur, Stewardship Manager, talks about stories the land can tell us in the winter months.
  • Is Your Land Suited for Conservation? – Andy Deegan, Land Protection Specialist, gives an overview of the criteria needed and the processes followed for protecting a property.
  • Tales from the Trails – Glennie LeBaron, Stewardship and Outreach Coordinator, reviews programming and volunteer efforts since the summer of 2023.
  • Town Spotlight: Danbury, NH
  • Listening to the Land for Successful Farming and Resiliency – Learn about the Two Mountain Farm in Andover, and how owners, Andra Bye and Anthony Munene have worked to create a sustainable and resilient organic farm.
  • A Dedication to a Special Ausbon Sargent Volunteer – Remembering Nancy Lyon and announcing a dedication to her living legacy.