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Aerial of the Cockermouth River in Groton, NH looking down on the river meandering through an autumn-colored forest.
Cockermouth River Aerial view of the Cockermouth River in Groton, New Hampshire. © Joe Klementovich

Make a Difference in New Hampshire

The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Since 1961, we've been working in New Hampshire to do just that. Together with partners, local landowners and the support of members like you, we have helped to protect nearly 300,000 acres and 680 miles of rivers and streams in the Granite State.

Stand Up for Nature
Two young children in swim rings and pink sunglasses floating in a pool.
Fish Monitoring TNC staff study what species of fish have been caught in fish traps placed in Lubberland Creek. © Li Platz/TNC

Initiative

Transit to Trails

Transit to Trails is back in Manchester for the 2023 season, and this year it's free for all riders!

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An overhead view of a dam on a river in the fall.
Fish Monitoring TNC staff study what species of fish have been caught in fish traps placed in Lubberland Creek. © Li Platz/TNC

Program Overview

Four Ways to Conserve New Hampshire's Waters for People and Nature

Our Freshwater Program is reconnecting waterways, restoring floodplains, improving river flows and helping ensure clean water for all.

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Two people performing scientific study in a saltmarsh.
Fish Monitoring TNC staff study what species of fish have been caught in fish traps placed in Lubberland Creek. © Li Platz/TNC

Blog

What Happens at a New Hampshire Nature Preserve?

As countries race to protect at least 30% of Earth’s remaining intact ecosystems, see 3 ways local stewards manage New Hampshire's protected areas.

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A woman sits on a wooden bench in the woods. She looks out over an interpretive panel and a vernal pool.
A Place to Rest Handmade benches dot the All Persons Trail in Manchester, NH, providing frequent places to stop and take in the surroundings. © Rooted in Light Media

Places We Protect

All Persons Trail Now Open

The wait is over! The All Persons Trail at Manchester Cedar Swamp Preserve is now open and ready for your visit, including a free audio tour available in English and Spanish.

Explore The Trail
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A bluebird on a branch that has pink flowers.
Eastern bluebird An Eastern bluebird rests on a branch in Dover, New Hampshire. © Jonathan Winslow

Places We Protect

Visit a Nature Preserve Today!

The Nature Conservancy owns and manages 31 preserves around the Granite State, most of which are open for you to explore and enjoy.

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A man and his friend push another man using a wheelchair down a flat, winding path in the woods.

Visit Manchester Cedar Swamp Preserve

The new All Persons Trail is just one of the many wonderful features of this globally rare habitat for you to experience.

A man in orange waders holding a clump of oysters.

SOAR: Supporting Oyster Aquaculture and Restoration

This program is designed to help oyster farmers impacted by COVID-19 by purchasing surplus oysters and placing them on nearby restored reefs.

Hand-drawn image of The Nature Conservancy logo, a lady bug, purple finch, white-tailed deer, white birch tree and purple lilac.

TNC in Color

Get out your crayons, markers or colored pencils! Our staff drew their favorite preserves, and we've put them together for you to color.

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