I was horrified to see that the word “specie” that I used in last week’s bloom report to refer to the rhododendrons growing at Rhododendron State Park was the wrong word – it should have been “species” (the word refers to both singular and plural). “Specie” is a somewhat archaic term for money among other […]
Rhododendron Bloom Report: June 8, 2017
Hey folks, Perhaps some of you are wondering about the conditions at Rhododendron State Park. The hybridized and “improved” rhododendron bushes that can be seen in landscaped plantings are in full bloom in southwestern NH, but they are all very different from the rhododendron species found at the park in Fitzwilliam. It is a native […]
Nature Programs Starting in June!
Interpretive Rangers from the Student Conservation Association will be offering nature programs in various NH State Park locations starting on June 21, 2017 (& continuing through Labor Day)! Our Discover Power of Parks Programs focus on connecting participants with nature and building appreciation for New Hampshire’s unmatched natural and cultural heritage. Programs will include activities […]
8 Waterfalls in a Day: Hiking in Crawford Notch
There are more than 10 waterfalls in and around Crawford Notch State Park. So, we wondered – how many could we hike to in a single day? For us the magic number was 8 – but for others it might be more or less. Since an adventure like this may take the better part of […]
New Summer Video Series: Limitless Adventure
Following the popularity of last year’s video series – ‘Hidden Gems of New Hampshire’ – a new summer video series featuring NH State Park adventures is set to launch this week! This year’s video series, dubbed ‘Limitless Adventure,’ will highlight the wide range of activities offered in and around our NH State Park campgrounds. While […]
The Trails of Bear Brook are Waiting to be Walked on!
When hiking on the trails of Bear Brook State Park you will hear the crunch of leaves rather than the crunch of snow. Spring has finally popped out of the ground creating a different atmosphere just waiting to be discovered. Bear Brook State Park is home to a variety of trails for the curious outdoor […]
The Next Generation of Earth Stewards!
Well it is that time of year again! When the fourth graders of New Hampshire change the world by completing their Earth Stewardship Training! They have been through ten weeks of rigorous lessons about the connections of the natural world. Some were valiant, others not so much. In the end the SCAers determination and witty […]
Habitation Nation
What could you not live without in your own home? Today’s average fourth grader would say WiFi! The SCAers would not be able to live without a wood stove in their cabins! Everyone and everything has different needs for their own habitat or home. This week we focused on habitats of native animals to New […]
Furbearer Beware!
Does anyone know what a furbearer is? Yeah I had that look on my face to when I was asked that question for the first time. A furbearer is not a type of bear but an animal that bears fur. The SCAers main goal of this lesson was for students to understand that furbearers are […]
The Big Idea
Let’s take a few steps back to the very beginning. You are probably wondering the basis of the SCA’s environmental education model used to inspire the next generation of Earth Stewards. (That’s right we really want these students to learn!) I am going to fill you in on our little secret, hint hint, it all […]