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Hiking in the Summer
We think hiking is a great outdoor activity anytime of the year. However, there are several things to be aware of and consider when hitting the trails during this time…
Read MoreA Plant with a Story (Lots of Them!)
BY NICK WILDMAN Shakespeare’s Juliet said it best: “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose/ By any other name would smell as sweet.” Scientists have given all…
Read MoreIntroducing DNRT’s New Land Steward!
BY JAMES WARNER Hello I am James Warner! I hope this allows some of you to learn a little about me and how I ended up at Dartmouth. I grew…
Read MorePaskamansett + Gidley Woods
Hiking in the wintertime isn’t for everyone. However, our winters are warmer than they used to be and a little bit of cold weather is actually good for you. Despite…
Read MoreDNRT Membership Dues Increase Notice
Dear Members, It is because of you that DNRT has grown immensely over the course of its 52 years. Each year, I take tremendous joy to report on new properties…
Read MoreNotes from the Field: Eastern Whip-poor-will
Learn more about whip-poor-wills here! BY LINDA VANDERVEER I often hear from DNRT members about birds, other wildlife, and even plants that were once plentiful and now are seemingly absent…
Read MoreBald Eagles on the Rise
BY LINDA VANDERVEER It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a…bald eagle? Here at DNRT we have been getting increasing reports of bald eagle sightings around town. Some folks are…
Read MoreDNRT Launches Planned Giving Campaign
Not surprisingly, many of us feel uncomfortable when talking with others about end-of-life planning. Despite sometimes uneasy feelings, considering how we want our legacy to continue on is a wonderful…
Read MoreAll About Milkweed
August 8, 2022 BY LEAH MCFARLAND There are 72 species of milkweed (Asclepias spp.) native to North America. Here, in New England, we have only 7 species native to our…
Read MorePlease be a Responsible Dog Owner!
BY LEAH MCFARLAND There has been an increase in irresponsible dog walking on DNRT trails over the last few months, so I thought I would take the time to remind…
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