The Harris Center connects people to the natural world through land protection, education of all ages, conservation research, and programs that encourage active participation in the great outdoors.
Learn
Our educational programs, camps, and community science initiatives invite people of all ages to deepen their understanding of the local landscape.
Protect
We've protected more than 26,000 acres of land in the Monadnock Region, for people and wildlife alike. Learn more about our land conservation efforts and how you can help.
Research
We welcome conservation research on much of the land and water we’ve helped protect, and encourage participation in our popular community science initiatives.
Explore
Our headquarters in Hancock, NH are located in the heart of a 36,000-acre SuperSanctuary of conserved lands. Explore our trails, grounds, and facilities.
Upcoming Programs & Events
August 29 (Sat) The Natural History of New Hampshire’s Black Bears » September 1 (Tue) Monarch Butterfly Tagging » September 3 (Thu) Kids Count: Monarchs & Milkweed Survey » September 10 (Thu) Nature on Tap: In Nature, Queer is Everywhere » September 12 (Sat) LGBTQIA+ Community Hike at the Goshen Ocean » All Events
Latest News
In the Field with Our Summer Interns
In the summer of 2026, seven Harris Center interns gained hands-on experience in the conservation field — and provided invaluable assistance with tasks ranging from easement monitoring to forest inventory.
Kestrel Update 2026: Five Years of Kestrel Conservation and Research
After five years, the Harris Center’s effort to boost the American Kestrel population in the Monadnock Region has seen small, but meaningful successes.
Help Us Conserve 1,000 Acres of Critical Habitat
What began as a 655-acre conservation project could grow into the protection of nearly 1,000 acres in the heart of the SuperSanctuary. Read about the latest developments and how close we are to reaching our goal.
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