Cheshire County UNH Cooperative Extension

09/16/2026

NH Master Gardener Presentation on Composting
Thursday, September 17 at 1:15pm
Keene Senior Center
Registration required by calling 603-903-9680
This talk is perfect for beginners but will also offer tips and tricks for those already composting.

09/11/2026

Last week, Cheshire County Master Gardeners had the pleasure of tabling at Art in the Park, representing the Friends of the Arboretum of Ashuelot River Park and UNH Extension Master Gardener Program. A great opportunity to connect with the community!

Learn more about the NH Master Gardener Program: https://extension.unh.edu/agriculture-gardens/yard-garden/new-hampshire-master-gardeners

UNH Extension Yard & Garden

09/09/2026

The Conserving Your Land book is a guide for landowners, conservation commissions, citizens, and others interested in learning about land conservation options and techniques. Originally written in 2005 by the Forest Society's Center for Land Conservation Assistance, the guide was revised and updated in 2019, and reprinted with minor corrections in 2024. Click the link in the comments to download a copy!

08/18/2026

NEW DATE!
Choosing and Using on a Small Woodlot
September 14, 2026 | 3:00 - 5:00pm
East Alstead, NH

During this workshop, foresters and the landowner will show participants how to decide which trees to leave and which trees to cut during forest management based on the landowner's stewardship goals and interests. We hope that what you learn in these woods could be applicable in your own backyard.

There will be a demonstration of using the log arch to extract a cut log. The log arch is available to rent through CCCD.

Event is free. Registration required: https://www.cheshireconservation.org/event-details/new-date-choosing-and-using-on-a-small-woodlot

RAIN DATE: September 15th

08/14/2026

08/12/2026

2026 Fall Tree ID Course
September 10 - November 18, 2026
Various Locations in Cheshire and Sullivan County

Join Extension Foresters for a 7-part tree identification course that will cover over 50 tree and shrub species commonly found in New Hampshire. The course will include 2 lab sessions and 5 field sessions. Each lab session will be inside for 3 hours, and each field session will be outside for 2 hours. Please come prepared for a leisurely walk on hiking trails. Space is limited. Apply soon!

September 10, 1 - 4 PM Cheshire County Farm, Westmoreland
September 16, 2 - 4 PM Robin Hood Park, Keene
September 30, 2 - 4 PM Schadler Woodlot Alstead
October 14, 2 - 4 PM Cheshire County Farm Westmoreland
October 28, 2 - 4 PM Up on the Hill Conservation Area Charlestown
November 4, 2 - 4 PM Moody Park Claremont
November 18, 1 - 4 PM, Lab Session, Monadnock Conservancy HQ Keene

For more information and to apply:
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2026/09/2026-fall-tree-id-course

08/11/2026

Mount Monadnock Forestry Tour
August 19, 2026 | 4:00 - 6:30pm
Marlboro Trail, Mount Monadnock

Join Extension foresters, Forest Society staff, and professional foresters for a hiking tour of the forestry demonstration area around the Marlboro Trail on Mount Monadnock in Jaffrey, NH.

Participants will discover the methods foresters use to change how a forest is growing, learn about current threats to forest health and how this project is focused on growing a climate resilient forest and explore the effects of a century of sustainable forest management in this area.
Pre-Registration is required:

Discover the methods foresters use to change how a forest is growing, learn about current threats to forest health and how this project is focused on growing a climate resilient forest and explore the effects of a century of sustainable forest management.

08/10/2026

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in NH
Tomorrow evening, August 11, at 6:00pm
Peterborough Town Library

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in New Hampshire:
Where are we and what have we learned after 25 years
August 11, 2026 | 6:00 - 8:00pm
Peterborough Town Library | Peterborough, NH

UNH Extension and NH Division of Forests and Lands will discuss the impact of hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) over the past 25 years in the Monadnock Region. Presenters will share the status of hemlock in the state, information about hemlock woolly adelgid, and efforts to control this forest pest in the state and beyond.

Professional licensing credits will be offered:
2.0 SAF Category 1 CFEs
NH Pesticide Recertification Credits TBD
More information: https://extension.unh.edu/event/2026/08/hemlock-woolly-adelgid-new-hampshire-where-are-we-what-have-we-learned-after-25-years

08/07/2026

Professional Development Opportunity for Educators!

Join a network of fellow educators who are expanding food system literacy and nutrition education in New Hampshire! 4-H Farm to School Fellows (F2SF) use the Harvest of the Month curriculum to engage school students in grade K – 5 in food literacy and nutrition education that makes a lasting impact. Fellows also connect with peers through networking meetings, workshops, and presentation opportunities to broaden their own knowledge and support one another. Applications close September 1st.
More information and application can be found at: https://extension.unh.edu/event/2026/09/4-h-farm-school-fellowship-program