Age group

Handicap accessible

Sanctuary

Infirmary

This data galvanized the conservation movement, and the first wildlife conservation law was born.

In the early 1900’s a group of women, led by Harriet Hemenway and Minna B. Hall, founded the Massachusetts Audubon Society. They recruited over 10,000 members in the first year of the organization and launched one of the first campaigns in the US against the use of feathers in fashion. Through their efforts, the state of Massachusetts prohibited the sale of wild bird feathers. The efforts of this organization helped to pass similar legislation throughout the US. 

During the late 1800s, hunting of birds was a popular pastime. Women adorned their hats with feathers, wings and entire birds, resulting in an estimated 200 million birds being killed annually for the millinery trade. Ornithologist Frank Chapman took to the streets of New York and counted 40 species and 173 individual birds on the hats of the women he passed. This data sparked the conservation movement and the first wildlife conservation law was enacted.

In response to the ongoing exploitation of wild birds, Harriet Hemenway and Minna B. Hall founded the Massachusetts Audubon Society in the early 1900s. This organization quickly gained 10,000 members in the first year, and launched one of the first campaigns in the US against the use of feathers in fashion. Thanks to their efforts, the state of Massachusetts prohibited the sale of wild bird feathers and similar legislation passed throughout the US. 

Today, the consequences of the millinery trade are still felt, but conservation laws have made it illegal to hunt birds for fashion, and thus have helped to protect birds from further exploitation. Wildlife conservation organizations such as The Massachusetts Audubon Society continue to advocate for the protection of birds and other wild animals.

Nature

Gardening

Field Trips

Inexpensive

Discover what makes a bird a bird in this beginner birding class. Learn the basics of bird identification, the wide diversity of birds you might see in New Hampshire, and some tools of the trade to help you name the birds around you.

Birds All Around Us: What Makes A Bird A Bird (Beginner Birding)

Already a birder? Soar into a higher level of knowledge about birds! From Clever Corvids to the Sounds of Songs, let us know what topics you are interested in. Contact our educators for current availability in advanced topics. Consider booking advanced birding programs as a Series. We will work with you to design multiple programs in detail under this exciting program topic.

Avian Adventures (Advanced Birding)

Hundreds of children explore the wonders of the natural world at NH Audubon’s summer and vacation camps.    
 Enhance ecological awareness
    Cultivate appreciation for, and stewardship of, our natural environment
    Provide fun, safe, hands-on learning opportunities
    Advocate inclusive learning environments
    Build a sense of community and
    Foster a collaborative, non-competitive atmosphere.

Nature Day Camp

Coed

New Hampshire Audubon

Excellent, knowledgable, and offering so much personnel!
Love the classes, hikes, and activities the center offers!
I could explore here all day long! 

Callie P

Wonderful programming that deepens our understanding of nature and the natural world. 

Byron G

There is a lot to see and particularly great, clearly signposted walking trails with lovely surroundings! 

Cindy L

Wonderful location to enjoy the outdoors and birds. 

Tony F

Today, my mother, my two-year-old daughter, and I visited.
We had a great time looking around.
The animals were interesting to look at, and the personnel was quite polite.
We really enjoyed examining the fairy houses along the trail.
I'm eager to go on a longer hike when I get back.
I'm grateful. 